The Trends of the Season

With fickle trends coming and going, seemingly at a rate of knots, it can sometimes be tricky to keep up with what's in vogue - particularly for guys who aren't dedicated followers of fashion. However, with spring on its way, it's time to put away the scarves and gloves, which means a wardrobe update for the new season - here are a few tips on how to refresh your look for spring 2013, and stay on-trend. 

Colour
Colour will be big this spring, as it's all about breaking free of the drab winter months and leaving behind neutral tones like grey, black and brown. Liven up your everyday wardrobe with colourful chinos in shades of tan, navy blue and burgundy, and opt for t-shirts and thin knit sweaters in lighter, pastel tones. 

Turtle necks
You don’t have to be a high-fashion enthusiast to sport a turtle neck this spring. In fact, this one-time fisherman’s choice is making its way back onto the high street and into the wardrobes of Britain’s sharpest dressers. For best results, pair a turtle neck top in a shade like moss green or maroon with a dark blue blazer to provide a subtle colour contrast. For stylish turtle necks that will look just as good in the office as at a swanky restaurant, check out the latest collections from All Saints and Ralph Lauren. 

Velvet
Don’t be afraid to experiment with velvet in the coming season, as a stylish velvet blazer is perfect for dressing up with a shirt and trousers, or dressing down with jeans and a plain t-shirt. If you're concerned that velvet is a bit too adventurous for your tastes, don't worry: you're in good company. Velvet is the fabric of choice for Les Miserables star Eddie Redmayne, who wore a fantastic blue velvet suit to the world premiere of the much-praised musical. 

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My Favorite Hairstyle & Makeup Trends for Spring 2012

1. 60's Inspired Eyes – I love the look of long, lush lashes so the gorgeous cat eye look is amazing! Think lots of black eyeliner and mascara to make your peepers pop.

2. Blunt Bangs – I’m always jealous of the women that can pull off bangs like these. It just looks so chic on some people!

3. Retro Hairdos – Think 40's and 50's for inspiration. Loose waves and curls never go out of style.

4. Sun-Kissed Skin – Use bronzer to illuminate your wonderful features and give a glow this spring.

What are your favorite spring trends for 2012?


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Guest Post: 4 of the Coolest Nail Polish Strips for Spring

If you haven’t already noticed, nail polish strips are becoming all the rage these days. They come in many different brands, and you can buy them at your local drugstore or online in a variety of shades. Some act like stickers with a plastic front and adhesive on the back and other brands are made from real nail polish. The great thing about manicure strips is the fact that they are easy to apply and virtually mess-free. Simply stick them on and file them down to fit your nail. When you’re running late and still want your nails to look fresh, you can apply them and go with absolutely no drying time. Here are some of the coolest shades to rock this spring, so you can try them for yourself A.S.A.P.!

 

1. Fancy Florentine

This paisley-esque, black and silver print nail strips by Donna Bella Nails can be paired perfectly with the bright colors popular this spring. The dark shade also provides an extra nod to the cool weather of winter, so they are great nails to wear while transitioning out of the cold and into warmer months. Check them out here and find out where to buy.

2. Tu Tu Much

This is the perfect pink for spring this year. It is soft, with hints of white and cream, but intense enough to look almost neon. These nails would look great paired with any shade of denim. Try them with a denim body-con dress and some funky wedges, or with your favorite jeans, some shades and a classic white tee. Take a closer look at this Sally Hanson shade here, or simply run to your local drugstore to see if they have this color in stock.

3. Rococo White

Bring out your inner royalty with this white and gold rococo print design. Think album cover of Jay-Z and Kanye West’s Watch the Throne album if you’re questioning whether or not this design is hot right now. Go wild and pair them with other prints, like a bright green floral dress or a long black and white striped top. From Donna Bella Nails, check them out here.

4. Skully Wag Blue

There is a huge trend this spring towards punk mixed with girly princess. You’ve probably been seeing it all over the magazines, with models and celebrities combining things like girly hair ribbons with studded jewelry, or huge platform Doc Martens with high-waisted feminine shorts. These nail strips from Donna Bella look a little crazy, but the mixture of the skulls and the light blue background actually make them somewhat innocent, and you can have fun playing with the edginess factor. Take a closer look here.

Author Bio:

This is a guest post by Nadia Jones who blogs at online college about education, college, student, teacher, money saving, movie related topics. You can reach her at nadia.jones5@gmail.com.