M A K E   U P

Mr. Golden Sun. With all of the excitement surrounding Spring Break, it’s easy to forget your responsibilities. One thing you should never let slide though is being responsible when it comes to the sun and your skin. You owe it to your health – and your future self – to take sunning seriously.

Multi-purpose liner. Gosh Extreme Art Eye Liner, is a semi-permanent liquid liner that’s great for applying thin and thick swipes. Nifty tip: Use it as a body pen or to decorate your nails, sealing it with a clear top coat.

Gray Nails. If you haven’t tried it already, you should, as gray polish not only grounds all your pretty spring dresses, it also will go with whatever you’re wearing (since it goes with nothing)! We like the medium, matte, purple-gray shades, darker hues, and dark gunmetal gray with some shimmer.

Bordeaux Lips. We know that dark lipstick (be it red, wine, or berry) is a big commitment for many of you and it seems high-maintenance. Frankly, we adore it, as it’s a super easy way to turn your day look into one that’s instantly cocktail-ready!

A C C E S S O R I E S

Mixer. Mix silver and gold chains over a basic black base (top or dress). Add a pair of strappy black boots and black tights for a gothic runway look.

Studs. Bags with studs and tough accents are the look of the season. Invest in a large shoulder bag with a long strap and a smaller structured clutch.

Lacey. Lace brings a romantic feel to both dresses and shoes. Lace footwear gives your outfit a retro edge.

Bold peep toes. Bold, bright colours continue in rich suedes, especially in peep toe styles. Pair it with tights for a fresh take on transitioning.

Fringe it. Don’t go anywhere without the fringe look - on a bag, on a boot, or any accessory. It adds a boho chic feel and movement to any outfit.

Rock the croc. Rock the croc (faux, of course) in shoes, bags and belts.

One, toe, buckle my shoe. A delectable medley of buckle boots are popping up on the feet of stylish ladies left and right! From futuristic and multi-colored types to pointy, varieties to posh platform interpretations.

Sparkly Headpieces. Hair accessories, in all their many splendid forms (including bows, bands, and feather-festooned pieces) have been hot for several seasons, but we’re most interested in the sparkly kind right now.

Armwarmers. Elbow length gloves are a must-have this season. Wear them with a 3/4 sleeve jacket, or a shorter sleeve top or dress. Plus, you can pair it with a chunky bracelet. Elbow length gloves come in a variety of colours and styles… leather, felt, knit, and even fingerless.

Bigger is better. Large stud earrings and large cocktail rings are great pieces to add to your transitional wardrobe. You can wear them with something casual or for a night on the town.

Love for tights. Dark, opaque tights are classic and will make you look slimmer. Adding shoes in a matching shade will make legs look miles long. Coloured styles are harder to pull off, but update your look. Make sure the colour picks up on, or matches, a colour in your outfit & avoid shortening the legs by wearing shoes of a similar tone.

S T Y L E

Layers. Layering your mini dress with a pencil skirt underneath is a quick and simple way of making a CC 1827 outfit more conservative for the office or an important business meeting. It screams power and sex appeal all at the same time.

Mix it up. One of our key recipes for producing original and stylish looks involves mixing together unexpected clothing combinations. Mix a prim blouse with a sexy skirt.

Recycling. Recycle your spring dresses for winter or the transitional season by wearing them with opaque tights and cardigans. Belt it for some extra sass or pair it up with some tough looking high heeled boots.

Tuck it in. A simple tucked-in tee makes a bold skirt look sleek and sexy. Don’t be afraid to mix it up for an uber hot contrasting look.

Get rich. As in high-pigment, saturated colours and jewel tones (sapphire, rub, emerald). Mix a bright fitted dress with a motorcycle jacket or denim.

Roll with it. Roll up sleeves and cuffs (but not both at once please!).

Raid the Boyfriend’s closet. Boyfriend blazers and slouchy, beat-up Levi’s are de riguer with platform stilettos.

Gray outerwear enlivens a basic combo. Enliven your simple outfit with an unexpected gray jacket. It’s a refreshing and unexpected departure from the expected basic black.

H O W   T O ‘ S

Layering:

Wrap up with these tips for an effortless layered look.

Scarves are essential to layering - and a great way to introduce colour too. Pair a scarf with a long necklace for added texture.

Play with length. A long sleeve poking out from under a cropped jacket adds a slouchy, comfy feel. A long fitted shirt peeking out adds interest, while a cropped leather jacket gives a tailored look and defines the waist.

It is possible to layer too much. If you bulk up on your top half, then keep your bottom half sleek.

Dresses work over tights, opaque or sheer, leggings, or jeans. Plus, dresses carryover into every season!

Play with your layers. Use them to introduce different colours, textures, and shapes.

Layer in unexpected places. Think slouchy sock/boots over leggings.