When She Stops Being Dramatic novel Chapter 240

Chapter 240: Chapter 99: Top Star of the 1960s Cultural Troupe (38)

After all, stage makeup was all about heavy, vibrant colors. It turned the face into another part of the costume, a spectacle on stage. No matter how different the dancers looked, a makeup artist could magically make everyone look identical. Paired with the costumes, any sense of individuality was minimized as much as possible.

In that context, a slightly different lead dancer was like a splash of pink amid the tender green of early spring, inevitably drawing every eye.

But the makeup Xia Zhaoyun designed for them was different. She had taken a bold approach, tailoring the makeup to each girl’s profession and personality, and accentuating their best features.

Though they were all getting makeup done, the eighteen girls each presented a unique brand of elegance and nobility. Abstract phrases like "bright, soulful eyes" and "radiant, captivating glances" suddenly found their living embodiment.

The girls crowded in front of the mirrors, cupping their faces in sheer adoration. They began to playfully throw the earlier cynical comments back at each other. "Oh my god, I knew I was pretty, but I never knew I could look *this* good..."

"Tell me about it! If you all weren’t here, I’d probably be the belle of the ball..."

"Little Xia’s skills are just incredible. My eyes look a whole size bigger, my nose seems straighter, and my lips look so delicate. I look as perfect as a painting—I barely recognize myself. But it’s still me."

Each woman was now highly distinct. Once they changed into their costumes, it was no exaggeration to say they looked like a lineup for an emperor choosing his consorts. They were breathtakingly beautiful, yet each also exuded a chic, professional grace.

The sheer visual impact of them up close was enough to make the girls from the other performing groups fall over with envy.

Amid their laughter and excitement, it was suddenly Group Three’s turn.

Xia Zhaoyun, also in full costume with a camera slung around her neck, smiled and raised it. "Sisters, let’s get a picture before we go on! Loosen up those nerves and say ’cheese’ with me..."

Beaming, the girls huddled together, striking poses and sweetly yelling, "Cheese!"

The audience for the evening show was much larger than the two daytime ones; there were even people standing in the back rows. They had already sat through a dozen or so acts and were starting to feel some aesthetic fatigue. But there was only one performance left before the entire audition showcase concluded.

Everyone mustered their remaining energy to watch. Among them was a cheering section of friends and family for the girls of Group Three.

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