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19 MARCH 2010
RED CARPET
If the red carpets, expensive gowns, adoring fans and flashing cameras of Award Season are inspiring you to dress for mega-watt glamour, take note of our guide to award-worthy fashion.
For ultimate elegance the floor length gown is the only option. All that’s left to decide is which trend to follow; romantic glamour, contemporary cool or bedazzling bombshell.
Deep, plunging necklines, thigh high leg splits and sensual silky fabrics scream with sex appeal. Not for wall-flowers, draping trains add extra charm. Look towards Versace’s revealing dresses in lilac, pink and turquoise, which featured cut-out pieces and metallic trimmings. For a truly slinky style, Donna Karan provides inspiration with her pale silvery gown held up with delicate spaghetti straps.
A modern look can be found at Emilio Pucci, where luxurious fabrics like silk and chiffon were draped into floating dresses, complete with daring splits to the top of the thigh and backless designs. For real wow factor, the strapless gown created from layer upon layer of parachute silk is the only option.
If you have a romantic streak then Oscar de la Renta, Marchesa and Christian Dior’s creations will make you weak at the knees with their old Hollywood, voluminous gowns. Simply pair with killer heels and smile for the camera!
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11 MARCH 2010
FINISHING TOUCHES
Hair accessories can make a great hairstyle outstanding. This year, hair decorations vary from the simplest slides to over the top headpieces and everything in between.
The girl next door won’t be able to resist adding a bow to her locks this Spring. Brilliant bows are going to be everywhere this season, whether they are falling in line on the front of a dress, tying up a belt or sitting on the back of a skirt. Give hair a taste of the trend with blown-up versions on top of the head, decorated alice-bands and knotted head scarves. Just remember one rule; when it comes to bows for 2010, bigger is better.
For a more elegant way to decorate the hair, take inspiration from the Philip Lim spring catwalk, where a straightforward hairclip was used to transform a slicked down, boyish hairstyle into something feminine and pretty.
Daytime chic can be achieved with a headscarf or wrap. As seen at Chanel, the headscarf creates a unique and modish look which is perfect for the day. Keep the look high-fashion by choosing luxe fabrics like soft lace.
There’s a choice for everyone’s taste and style, so why not upgrade your favourite hairstyle easily with some chic decorations?
Filed under: Fashion on 11 MARCH 2010
11 MARCH 2010
GIRL’S BRIGADE
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to ditch the eyeliner, red lipstick and false lashes and look innocent and sweet. Make mum proud with a look that says butter wouldn’t melt in your mouth. Velvety, flawless skin, pastel tones and bubblegum blusher all create a fresh face which is bound to impress.
To get the look, first take direction from Lucia Pieroni, makeup artist at Alberta Ferretti, who massaged the models skin, giving them a mini-facial pre-show. Skin will be automatically revived, plumped and dewy.
Stay away from heavy foundations and instead stick with sheer formulations and concealer to hide those tell tale signs of a hedonistic lifestyle.
When it comes to faking 8 hours sleep, make blusher you new best friend; it instantly makes tired, dull skin look wide-awake and bright. Stella McCartney, Carolina Herrera and Hermes buffed bright cherry hues lightly onto the apples of the cheeks in a gentle pop of colour. At Victor & Rolf, cutesy sugar pink cheeks created a frivolous and light-hearted look. To get blushing beauty style use a cream blusher which blends seamlessly into the skin, giving a more natural finish.
Finish with a slick of peachy gloss on the lip and don’t forget to smile!
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11 MARCH 2010
HYPER REAL
Bright eyes, glowing skin and white teeth are coveted signs of being exceptionally beautiful and in good health; and shiny hair is no different. Tresses that showcase a glossy texture and light-reflecting polish are much lusted-after; absolutely everyone wants hair which looks luminous.
In the spring season, this shining, shimmery hair is taking a step up and becoming ultra-reflective and radiant, making it look hyper real and supernatural. Locks with lustre came thick and fast on the spring catwalks; frizz free, gleaming hair came worn down and looking natural, in wet-look, sleek and slippery styles and theatrical crops.
Armani set the standard with golden highlights laced throughout the hair. The glittering tones were spray painted artfully onto strands of the models’ hair with metallic gold stage makeup, resulting in an enviable liquid metal sheen. The focus was on creating a super shiny look which is hard to believe.
At Gucci, the stylists took a different take on the trend. Hair was made so reflective and glossed over that it looked soaking wet at the roots, whilst the ponytail was left dry to create emphasis on the sleek head.
To make a statement this spring, arm yourself with a shine serum like ghd shining serum and get to work.
Filed under: Fashion on 11 MARCH 2010
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