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Inside Peter Dundas’ Big Beauty Bet

The fashion veteran known for his ornate, glamorous creations is the latest designer to try his hand at makeup. But instead of an equally over-the-top beauty aesthetic, Dundas has leaned into natural, gender-neutral products as he hopes to tempt Gen-Z.
Lips holding a yellow tube of Dundas Beauty's new Pumped Lip Moisture balm.
Dundas Beauty's new Pumped Lip Moisture balm. (Dundas )
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From Beyoncé’s goddess-like gold 2017 Grammys gown to her more recent metallic, leather minidress coat combo during her Renaissance Tour last year, designer Peter Dundas has long been synonymous with glamour. But for his foray into makeup, he’s going in a decidedly more subdued direction.

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Liz Flora
Liz Flora

Liz Flora is a Beauty Correspondent at Business of Fashion. She is based in Los Angeles and covers beauty and wellness.

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