Of all the vintage 'looks' you might choose, 1940s is one of the most sophisticated but also the most difficult styles to pull off, owing to its paradoxical mix of austerity and glamour.
A few basic points to remember when going for the forties look is to create a flawless, velvety facial canvas with no sheen, shape and tint your brows to create high arches and go heavy on the mascara. Max Factor make-up artist Caroline Barnes has given detailed tips on how to get this look to Queens of Vintage, where you can read her full instructions on DIY forties styling, complete with product recommendations, here.