Metaphore MagazineBárbara Lennie, the Madrid-born actress from 1984, once again dazzled at the San Sebastián Film Festival, where she presented the short film The Cause of the Accident that Caused the Fire, directed by Lope Serrano and produced by ICEX. Beyond the importance of cinema, the conversation with Bárbara took a fascinating turn toward her style and her relationship with makeup, this time with Armani Beauty by her side.
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An ’80s-inspired look with a touch of sophistication
For the big night at the festival, Bárbara chose a bold yet comfortable outfit: loose black pants, boots with a cowboy flair, and a semi-transparent lace top. A look with ’80s vibes that she herself recognizes as the inspiration behind her makeup: “Since the look had a bit of an ’80s feel, we leaned into that. The makeup isn’t too flashy, but the well-defined eyeliner gives it prominence,” she remarks.
Beauty tips and cinematic role models
When asked about the best beauty advice she’s received, Bárbara doesn’t hesitate to share that she’s learned from two very special people: “I’ve learned elegance and how to enhance myself from two wonderful girls I’ve been lucky enough to share my life with.” Although she doesn’t name these “girls” directly, her love for those who have surrounded and inspired her is evident.
As for her cinematic beauty icons, Bárbara looks up to a true legend: Isabelle Huppert. “She’s a woman who retains her authenticity, her unique world. She dares to do anything, regardless of age or timing, and on top of that, she’s an incredible actress.”
A late start with makeup
Interestingly, Bárbara confesses that she didn’t start wearing makeup until her twenties. “I barely wore makeup until I started doing it for film, so I didn’t really begin until my twenties, and I’ve learned through trial and error,” she admits with a smile. Though her journey with makeup began relatively late, her evolution has been remarkable. Like many women, her style has grown with her: “As I’ve gotten older and my personality has evolved, the way I apply makeup and the image I want to project has changed too.”
Her grandmother’s legacy and classic cinema
Speaking of her earliest makeup influences, Bárbara fondly recalls her grandmother Berta: “She was a classic, divine woman, and the way she did her makeup always made an impression on me.” This admiration for timeless beauty is also reflected in her fascination with the faces of American cinema from the 1950s, an era she defines as “a reference for beauty, class, and personality.”
Makeup as a tool for expression
For Bárbara Lennie, makeup is much more than a simple beauty ritual; it’s a tool of her trade and, above all, a way to express herself. “It’s a way to present myself to the world,” she reflects, making it clear that every stroke on her face is part of a deeper process connected to who she is and how she feels. And while she admits to preferring simpler looks that highlight her face, she fully appreciates the transformative power of makeup in her life and career.
In short, Bárbara Lennie shows us that makeup, like life itself, is a journey of discovery, evolution, and, most importantly, an expression of who we are.
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