Cosmopolitan May 2013

How to Wear Tricky Trends-

“Polka Dots

1. Too much volume or extra detail will leave you looking like a Disney character. Stick a simple silhouettes.

2. On their own, polka dots look crisp. Mix with another print for a more indie style, but be sure to keep everything on the same scale.

Crop tops

1. The shape is attention grabbing enough. Stick to black and white to avoid going over the top.

2. Show just a sliver of midriff, and pair your short top with a long, high-waisted bottom.

Peekaboo Shoe

1. Clean and well-pedicured toes are a must

2. When wet, plastic shoes can be slippery and more than a little uncomfortable, so save them for cooler days when you are less likely to sweat.

Metal Belts

1. Choose how bold you want to be - tiptoe into the trend with a narrow width, or make a statement with a wider belt.

2. Keep your accessories to a minimum -  a hard clutch and a sleek pair of heels are all you need to complete your look.”

$10 Beauty Buys -

Photo Source - Drugstore, OPI Lacquer in Pink Yet Lavender

 

Photo Source - Target, Champneys Citrus Blush Body Oil

Photo Source - Pacifica, Pacifica Mexican Cocoa Solid Perfume

Tips on How to get a Spring Face -

“Cleanse...twice!  Standard at spas: a double cleanse. Take off makeup with a wipe, then suds up. A power brush deep-cleans.

Peel Pores Used twice a week, at-home peels are a great alternative to pro extractions. Look for glycolic acid - awesome at dejunking pores.

Make Time for a Mask - So underutilized, mask are a complexion game changer. Wear one once a week while clearing your DVR queue”

Country Living May 2013

 

Here are some top home picks -

Photo Credit - West Elm

 

Photo Credit - Anthropolgie

Photo Credit - Jayson Home

Photo Credit - Me and Arrow

Photo Credit -Twos Company

Seventeen May 2013

Three new trends to try is neon, animal trends and tie dye.

 

Photo Credit - Victoria Secret

Photo Credit - Revolve Clothing

Photo Credit - Molly Brows Swimwear

Picking a swimsuit for your shape, size and style -

Create killer curves - Your teensy frame looks hot in any suit, but if you want to look more va-va-voom, go for horizontal stripes! They’ll fill you out in all the right spots.

Bump up a cup size - Adding a little oomph up top draws the eye up and away from a pear-shaped bottom. Cups with underwire and hidden padding will do the trick.

Look less lanky - Your long, lean frame is model hot, but an itty-bitty bikini can make you look like a string bean. High waisted bottoms are fashion-y and keep your bod in balance.

Support your girls -  With bigger breasts, it’s all about finding a top that fits like your best bra [with underwire and side boning] to  keep you from spilling out.

Play up your hips - Instead of strangling your curves with a suit that digs in, give them flattering coverage with a swim skirt that has flirty details like this ruffle!

Make your booty pop - Put the spotlight on a nice tush with bottoms that are cut high on your butt and have an eye-popping pattern.

Get legs for miles - Even the most petite frame can get crazy-long legs with a side-tie suit hoisted high on your hips.

Looks sleek all over - Make an hourglass figure look even more wow with ruching around your stomach. It smooths bumpy spots so all that gets noticed are your awesome curves.

Five trends to try this month -

1. Pleated Maxi

2. Bright Blazer

3. Flowy Dress

4. Poncho Top

5. Floral Shorts

“Summer-ize your looks” try these tips -

1. Sizzling Eyes - Don’t be shy! Show major color confidence by covering lids in a neon-pink shadow that’s so hot, it pops.

 

Photo Source - CVS, Milani Powder Eyeshadow in 03 Shocking Pink

2. Juicy Lips -  From cherry to peach, these fruit-inspired shades will instantly put you in a vacay state of mind! Even better, whether matte or glossy, you don’t need much other makeup when you swipe on such a bold hue.

 

Photo Source - Sally Hansen, Sally Hansen Colorfast Tint + Moisture Balm in Reddy for Anything

3. Yummy Mani  - For a seriously sweet look, pick a pastel polish with  cool black speckles and apply two coats.

Photo Source - Ulta, Deborah Lippmanm Staccato Nail Lacquer in I’m not Edible

4. Grungy Waves - Not all grunge is gritty! Score that disheveled look without wrecking your hair by spritzing clean damp stands with a moisturizing salt spray. Rough dry with your fingers and a blow-dryer for that lived-in look.

Photo Source - Ulta, Organix Moroccan Sea Salt Spray

5. Sunny Glow - The newest bronzer have subtle flecks of bronze and gold to give you a perfectly sun kissed glow! Dust it on cheeks, forehead, and down your nose.

Photo Source - Physicians Formula, Physicians Formula Happy Booster Glow & Mood - Boosting Illuminating Bronzing Veil

6. Dewy Aqua Eyes - Look as if you just stepped out of the water with a glossy shadow stick that gives lids an almost wet look. Your eyes will shimmer just like the ocean when the sun hits it!

Photo Credit - Ulta, ck one Color Gloss Eyecolor in Vivid

7.Tangerine Cheeks - Give your face a tropical radiance with a warm coral-y cream blush: It will melt into your skin - not off it!

Photo Source - Ulta, Revlon Photoready Cream Blush in Coral Reef

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