Now that we have all perfected the smokey eye and nude lip (thank you Kim Kardashian) it’s time for better and brighter! As we all know this spring is all about color, but why leave it to just clothes and jewelry? Bright eye shadow, or bold lips can change any outfit from gloomy 2011 to “here I am world, hear me roar 2012.” The spring runway shows have created colorful canvases out of beautiful faces. Magazines are splattered with pink lipstick, blue eye shadow, and colorful cheeks. It’s a simple way to change up any look without a new wardrobe or going all Lady Gaga.
Courtesy: US Magazine
Courtesy: NARS (from Spring 2012 Makeup Collection)
To try out this trend, first start off with a pink lipstick. MAC’s “Girl About Town” is perfect if you want to make a statement or just add a little femininity and softness to your look. If you’re ready to really have some fun, add a beautiful blue palette to your eyes like Dior’s “Navy Design” palette and to brighten up your face brush with Bobbi Brown’s blush in “Peony.”
M.A.C. Lipstick in Girl About Town, maccosmetics.com, $14.50
Bobbi Brown Blush in Peony, bobbibrowncosmetics.com, $24
Dior 5-Colour Designer All-In-One Artistry Palette, sephora.com, $59
I’m sure I don’t have to say this but as a disclaimer always remember: you CANNOT try these looks at once. It would be like wearing the faux fur vest, with the faux fur boots, and the faux fur handbag. Too much of a good thing is no longer a good thing. So this Spring, try being bold, and if that’s too much, than at least try it with your makeup.
Posted by ANNAWII on February 15, 2012 at 01:02 PM EST #
Posted by Sarah on February 15, 2012 at 05:42 PM EST #