Fashion
15 Cutest World Cup Face-Painted Fans, Because They Aren't All Screaming Maniacs
Besides Halloween, there isn't really any other socially-acceptable occasion to wear face paint (which is a total bummer, IMHO). So when fans touched down in Brazil for the World Cup, they knew there was no more appropriate time than the present to use their faces to root for their home teams. Meet 18 of the cutest, most passionate female soccer fans from around the world.
JAPAN
Sometimes, when makeup stands no chance against the blistering heat, you have to get creative, like this Japanese fan who used a bandaid to recreate her country’s flag on her face.
ENGLAND
She may seem a little stressed from the game, but at least this British fan looks super cute with her face paint.
COLOMBIA
This Colombia fan knows that double the flag means double the good luck!
ITALY
This Italy fan added some dazzle to her face with a few heart-shaped jewels.
BRAZIL AND ENGLAND
Before the battle begins, a cute, peaceful photo for the books.
COLOMBIA
Ditching the typical flag graphic, this Colombia fan takes a more creative approach with her country’s colors.
BRAZIL
Brazilian love is in the air!
SCOTLAND
This fan decided to go full-on Braveheart when rooting for her team.
PORTUGAL
These Portugal fans take advantage of the dark lipstick trend by painting their country’s colors on their pout. Stealing this for July 4.
UNITED STATES
This blue-and-red-cheeked fan smiles big after USA’s big win.
BRAZIL
This artistic fan wears Brazil’s colors on her eyes, creating a colorful wing-shaped eyeshadow.
MEXICO
This Mexico fan balances her simple face paint with a festive headpiece.
ARGENTINA
A little touch of paint goes a long way.
CHILE AND AUSTRALIA
This divided fan proves there’s plenty of room on her face for her favorite teams.
IRAN
In case you couldn’t tell, this fan is rooting for Iran.
