M A K E  U P

Blood Orange Lips. There’s something so festive and saucy about a bright orange-red lip, so we were ecstatic to see this look on the spring runways.

Major Liner. The perennial favorite. Rimmed eyes with black pencil. Keep the rest of your makeup simple with natural blush and lips.

Peach Blush. This season is more about peach. It gives you the appearance of being a bit made-up without looking too girly or bronzy. Because peach powder contains strong pigments, use a light hand to apply one swipe of blush a little below your apples so it doesn’t look too doll-like.

A C C E S S O R I E S

Want longer necklaces? Instead of replacing your old faves, extend them with this nifty kit from www.necklacenecessities.com.

Get lacey. Black lace tights look smart with dark plaid skirts. The textured hosiery is an unexpected delight with the dark tartan skirt, and the overall look is fashion-forward and fun.

De-masculinize. A girly bow adds charm to a masculine jacket. Look charming in a military jacket and feminine bow.

S T Y L E

Ruffles and Romance. Nothing says romance like ruffles! Flattering and feminine, go with the flow of fluttery fabrics, but don’t fly away - try structured shoes to keep yourself well-grounded.

SSSSnakeskin. One style that is definitely not endangered this spring is snakeskin. You’ll find these in a wild range of colours on many species of affordable accessories. Who wouldn’t be charmed?

Flaunt your curves. If you’ve got curves, then this is the season to show it! Celebrate your fine female form with shorter lengths, hourglass silhouettes, transparency and skin-baring cut-aways.

H O W  T O ‘ S

One step to stunning: Slip on a cuff. Over 4000 years ago pharaohs donned golden cuffs to honor their gods. Today they’re back in a big way, and the right one will make you look simply divine!

For casual chic. Wear it circling the wrist. Clasped at the wrist, it visually lengthens the torso, making the wearer look taller and leaner.

For subtle elegance. Egyptian queens flaunted cuffs to display their power and prestige. Pushed halfway up to the elbow, it can highlight the forearm and wrist - slim spots on almost every woman.

For high drama. Women in ancient Rome wore looping designs representing a coiling snake - an ancient symbol of immortality. Placing it just below the elbow deflects attention from belly bulge.

HE L P F U L   T I P

Hat hair? Avoid hat hair by flipping your hair upside down and moving all hair towards the front of you head before putting on a hat. When you take it off, your hair will look fuller instead of flat.