Sunday, March 23, 2014
Metallic makeup, bold graphics,
python print sneakers—fashion this spring is rough, yet refined, and a blooming
madness of color from head to toe.
Let’s travel from the bottom up
and begin with my favorite subject—shoes! Confidently walk with spring in your step because walking
never felt so good. A trend from the
‘80s, low-heeled pumps are anything but boring.
Find your stride with no fear of blisters as you strut your stuff in
pointy-toed stripes, and sunlit orange heels. Or step into new neutrals of tan and beige found
in everything from gladiator sandals to peep-toe mules. Go nude with
confidence! It’s the perfect color to
accessorize sophisticated crop tops, and high-waisted skirts in vivid blues, or
classic black and whites. And if that isn’t comfy enough, treat your
feet to the sporty, yet elegant, thick-strapped sandals worn with everything this season. These playful platforms are kicking up tennis-inspired
pleated skirts, and silk board shorts—the new pencil skirt!—even on a date
night.
Another daring trend is the
art-inspired prints that have made their way from museum walls to t-shirts and the
easy wear dress. This is the season to make a statement! Whether you’re into a frenzy of florals, or
tribal-touched graphics—express yourself loud and clear this spring. Jewelry designers also joined in on the fun
with bold gold cuffs, rose gold watches, and geometric ensembles in bangles and
chokers. Be assured, subtle is not the intention on the fashion
runway. New nail polish colors: Petal to
the Metal, Spin the Bottle, and Conquer the World, command feisty, fierce, and
fearless!
Now, let's move up to two more of my favorite
subjects: hair and makeup. The
effortless braid is still on the beauty forefront. Looking towards spring and summer, this
undone look pairs perfectly with the blossoms of tropical flowers on mid-length
skirts, or floor-length tribal dresses.
This season, hair trends are sleek and straight, or romantic and wavy; however, ombré is pushed aside to make way
for blondes with obvious regrowth. Bold two-toned color dominated the catwalks
with rooty contrast; and if you’re really daring, sport your red hair with black-tipped
ends, or your platinum blonde with a punch of pink or violet. For those of us still loving our ponies—not
to fear!—ponytails are hotter than ever.
Casual looks call for textured ponytails, and evening elegance is
flattered with the slick and sleek pony.
(The key factor here is using hair product: texture spray and mousse, or smoothing lotion
and shaper—the right product will make
or break the look!)
The final touch is to flatter
these styles of the season with a fresh face.
The popular BB and CC creams are the perfect foundation for a season of
dewy fresh no-makeup makeup statements.
Natural looking glows are accented with orange and fuchsia pink lips;
shimmering limoncello gold eye shadows have you fantasizing about the shorelines
of Sicily; vibrant pastels on lids with a hint of pink-plum or antique rose on
cheeks embrace budding springtime color; and the iconic cat eye is still as
classic as an Audrey Hepburn movie. Whether
you’re sitting by a fountain in Rome, or getting ready for a night at the
Oscars, the cat eye is a beauty staple that will never cease to be popular.
Hence, let the winter be gone,
and the colorful cheer of springtime put a bounce in your step. It’s time to get the season started!
