Brainrot meets the world of beauty
How to recreate the look of Cappuccina Ballerina and Espressona Signora
G-Club
April 20th, 2025
April 20th, 2025
Within this pantheon of singular characters generated by the Brainrotverse, two stand out with almost archetypal strength: Cappuccina Ballerina and Espressona Signora. These two entities embody distinct, yet complementary facets of complex femininity: the former evokes delicate, almost ethereal grace, while the latter expresses magnetic and sophisticated intensity.
Moodboards and melodies: the romanticized world of Cappuccina Ballerina and Espressona Signora
What makes this phenomenon even more fascinating is the way users—particularly girls—are reinterpreting and romanticizing this brainrot aesthetic. Far from being mere meme subjects or fleeting trends, Cappuccina Ballerina and Espressona Signora are transforming into genuine muses for personal narratives filled with desire and aspiration. Social media becomes a stage for elaborate moodboards and dreamy collages that capture the essence of these characters, often accompanied by the wistful and melancholic melodies of artists like Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey, or Gracie Abrams, whose soundtracks seem to fit these vibes perfectly. This reclamation turns the brainrot aesthetic into a canvas on which to project romantic dreams and ideals of femininity, an unexpected lens through which to explore beauty and identity strong yet multifaceted.
@beautyobzory Ballerina Capuchina or Espressona Signora? #italianmemes #balerinacappuchina #espresso #макияж #бьюти @Charlotte Tilbury @Guerlain @Rare Beauty @SKIN1004 US @Catrice Cosmetics @essence.cosmetics Ballerina Cappuccina - beautymmate
Trallalero vs. Patapim: two souls, two worlds
An emblematic example is the Trallalero Trallalà girl. Her moodboard, infused with a deeply reimagined Mermaidcore aesthetic, unfolds in a symphony of iridescent ocean colors, where shimmering seashells blend with the ethereal purity of pearls. She's the ultimate Malibu Barbie, ready to toast with a margarita under the sun. On the opposite end of the spectrum, the Brr Brr Patapim girl builds her visual identity around the enchanted, bucolic aesthetic of cottagecore, laced with a touch of woodland fairy dust. Her moodboard invites you to get lost among crystal-clear lakes, the scent of old books, and the subtle fragrance of matcha: a soothing oasis that stands in contrast to the chaos of the digital world.
Makeup as an act of transformation
In this fertile ground of creative reinterpretation, the urge to physically embody these “brainrot” figures grows stronger. And what’s a more immediate and powerful form of expression than makeup? Recreating the look of Cappuccina Ballerina and Espressona Signora has become a beauty trend in its own right, gaining traction among makeup artists and beauty creators like Arienne Makeup.
@arienne.makeup Risposta a @tupenda Monkeys Spinning Monkeys - Kevin MacLeod & Kevin The Monkey
Get ready to embark on a beauty journey inspired by the heart of the Italian brainrot phenomenon. A tutorial that will reveal the secrets behind two makeup styles—antithetical yet equally magnetic—turning viral eccentricity into an unexpected and refreshingly elegant beauty statement.
Cappuccina Ballerina Make-Up Guide
The ethereal and delicate look of Cappuccina Ballerina feels like it stepped out of a romantic ballet, echoing the coquette aesthetic—think "Odette" on a cappuccino high. Her porcelain-like beauty is elevated by a pale and radiant base created with lightweight foundations and illuminating primers. The focus is all on the eyes, framed by long, defined lashes thanks to generous coats of volumizing and lengthening black mascara (brands like BADgal Bounce! or Lancôme Hypnôse are ideal). A touch of "boyfriend blush"—a soft pink blush applied horizontally across the cheeks to mimic a natural flush (try NARS Orgasm or Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush in Happy)—adds a dreamy, innocent vibe, reminiscent of Nina Sayers before her Black Swan transformation. Add a rosy highlighter to cheeks and nose for glow, like Haus Labs’ Bio-Radiant™ Glassy Highlighter Balm. Lips are kept natural with a moisturizing balm or given a glossy pink tint (YSL Loveshine Candy Glow or MoistureGlow Plumping Lip Serum are perfect choices). Finish with a whisper of burgundy eyeshadow in a soft cat-eye shape: just enough to create dimension without harsh lines, completing this graceful, whimsical look.
@k4tyv Sono proprio entrata nel personaggio di ballerina cappuccina Per chi non lo sapesse ho ricreato il suo look, se volete ho pubblicato il tutorial #k4tyv #makeupchallenge #ballerinacapuccina Balerinna Cappucinna - AIronic Fun
@flavietta_makeup Ballerina Cappuccina COMANDA il mio makeup
suono originale - Fla
@avocadogabb Makeup ispirato a Ballerina Cappuccina
suono originale - avocadogabb
Espressona Signora Make-Up Guide
On the opposite end of the spectrum lies the sophisticated intensity of Espressona Signora, the embodiment of the espresso makeup trend. Here, warm, rich brown tones take center stage. The base is subtly warmed up and sculpted with a touch of bronzer (such as Rare Beauty’s Warm Wishes Effortless Bronzer Stick) applied to the cheeks, forehead, and jawline for definition. Eyes are the focal point: brown eyeshadows in a variety of shades—from hazelnut beige to dark chocolate—are skillfully blended to create depth and an elegant, wearable smoky look (Natasha Denona’s I Need a Nude Palette or Nabla’s Side By Side Nude Palette offer excellent options). A dark brown eyeliner (Mulac’s ONLINER in Dark Choco or MAC Liquidlast Liner in Point Black) adds subtle drama, while black mascara (Charlotte Tilbury’s Exagger-Eyes Volume Mascara or Dior Diorshow) gives bold volume and lash definition. Lips are wrapped in warm nude shades of brown, caramel, or terracotta (Fenty’s Gloss Bomb Stix in Hot Chocolit or Armani Lip Maestro in 206 Cedar) often paired with a brown lip liner for extra dimension and staying power. The result? A look that’s dark, sultry, yet cozy and inviting—like sipping on a macchiato on a crisp autumn day.
@flavietta_makeup Espressona signora COMANDA la mia skincare
suono originale - Fla
@cool.majoo Jajajaja a veces capuchina #makeup #fashiontiktok Espressona Signora - shinylightgyat
Though conceptually worlds apart, these two styles born from the same bizarre brainrot universe prove how even the quirkiest trends can spark fresh creativity in the beauty space, offering makeup lovers an inspiring palette of ways to express their individuality, with a touch of irony and originality.
