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Lower Lashes. lower lashes are getting just as much attention as their upper counterparts. Now is the time to give all of your lashes some extra oomph! While faux lower lashes are very difficult to do at home—and the results are usually over-the-top Twiggy-like—we definitely recommend giving them a little extra love via mascara.

Innocent lips. Tenderness and innocence of lips’ color palette range from slightly pink, violet, fuchsia to extremely pale, almost skin-fitting-hue. Steer clear of lip glosses. Your lips should be decorated with matte lipstick. This will allow laying more stress on the eyes.

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Petite bags. We adore supersized day bags for toting our copious wares, but when it comes to party purses, we prefer to opt for more petite styles. This is especially true during nights out, as dinner and cocktail parties only call for a lipstick and a credit card.

Over-the-Knee Boots. The cutting edge, high heeled versions create a high-fashion look, while the more versatile, flat soled styles are great paired with skinny jeans for school, and dresses and opaque leggings for night. Try a pair in patent leather to incorporate another trend: shiny leggings.

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Pops of Colour. Keep your love of summer sunshine alive all year long by adding a pair of magenta heels or royal blue flats to an outfit featuring an otherwise neutral colour palette.

Demured. Pick a red dress with a demure fit. in theory, we love a red dress, but in practice it can be a bit tricky, as they can veer into overly fancy, prom territory quite quickly.

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Got curves?

Whether you got a little cushion for your tooshie or a little baggage for your package, you can make yourself look HOT! Sometimes, women think that being skinny is the ideal size; but truly, you can rock any body as long as you wear the right clothes. Here are some tips that will make this process easier for you:

Dos
· Wear dresses that has something that cinches at the waist like a belt or are fitted at the waist to accentuate you’re the tiniest part of your torso.
· Wear a well-fitted bra to give you lift.
· Wear platform stilettos to make your legs leaner, longer, creating a good body proportion.
· If you love stripes, wear vertical stripes as they will help you look taller.
· Wear some jewellery to bling out your outfit.

Don’ts
· Do not wear loose-fitting shapeless clothes.
· Do not wear horizontal stripes because they will make you look wider.
· Do not wear a dress size smaller than your actual dress size as it will accentuate other parts of the body and make you look wider and shorter than you really are.

Transformer shoes.

The Camileon Heel is just the shoe every city girl has ever dreamed of! These transforming shoes have adjustable heels so you can always be comfortable.

Their revolutionary heel technology makes it possible for a shoe to adjust from a high-heeled position of 3¼” down to a 1½” low-heeled, walking-friendly shoe. Their heel contains mechanisms that hold it into place for both the high heel and low heel positions and a stainless steel rod, which runs through the entire length of the heel. The portion of The heel that is stowed underneath the arch region of the shoe, when in the low heel position, is actually made out of aluminum.

Snag one of these and you’ll be a happy hopper!

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Grey matters. The hottest ticket this season is grey eye shadow and it really does look fabulous on all skin tones. Make sure the grey hue has a hint of purple in it so it’s more like a quartz color. This shade is considered the new neutral.

Indigo. Deep indigo blue eyeliner is a beautiful and modern look that is also really easy to pull off. Smudge it as close to the roots of your top lashes as possible to keep it looking subtle. Pair the look with fawn coloured blush and a glossy mocha lip.

Peach and pearls. Pearly pink and peach tinged nude lip shades have already started popping up this time of year. They look best when worn with an entire nude monochromatic look on both cheeks and eyes. For a little more drama, try the intense look of deep bordeaux or wine shades.

Nudey. Nude nails were great for spring, and you can carry them into fall as well. This gorgeous hue will actually make your fingers look longer if it is the right shade for your skin tone .

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Booti-licious. Lace-up boots worn over skinny jeans makes a sleek outfit. Add an intricate necklace to elevate neutral pieces. This ensemble can go from casual to chic in a jiffy.

Tighten up. Wear skirts and shorts with leggings or tights for fall or winter. Don’t discount shorts for fall. A simple pair of opaque tights makes cropped styles wearable all winter long.

Over your knees. Over-the-knee boots are the must-have item for Fall. Those daring enough will find the tops of their boots creeping up even higher with thigh-high boots also making it mainstream. From elegant suedes to darkly futuristic wound-and-bound leathers.

Ripped. Our wartime female counterparts would never have imagined this day; where laddered stockings are not only acceptable, but fashionable . The ripped stocking trend is a close cousin of the ripped denim trend, a step towards a new era of neo-Grunge.

Reveal the prowess. Leopard print ensembles are all the rage this season! While you may not be able to go grocery shopping in a leopard print dress, there are a million ways to incorporate this fun print into your Fall wardrobe. Think ballet flats, high heels, handbags, scarves, etc.

Buckles and buttons. Embellishments and hardware aren’t just for handbags anymore. While it’s mostly boots with buckles and buttons, you’ll notice lots of flats, pumps and Mary Jane’s are adding these cute vintage details as well, just in smaller scale.

Leggings. Where previous seasons have brought us the Skinny Jean, Fall plants a stake firmly in the territory of the slimmest leg of all. Leggings cropped, long, or even stirrup are a wonderful foundation for an oversized sweater, long belted shirt, sweater dress, or tunic dress. But remember, stirrups are not meant to be seen; tuck them into boots!

Go retro. What to wear for Ladies night out?  A few pieces of retro jewels will go with just about anything!  We love the look of old stuff.  New stuff is just so.. shiny.. and.. well, new.

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Cool shorts. Autumnal shorts are a cool choice, especially with a statement blazer. Adding a bold blazer with fall’s coveted eighties-inspired shoulder also offers a new twist on the standard suit, making this outfit perfect for a fashion-forward day at work.

Get a stud on it. Try a diy at home with a Bedazzler you can easily get your hands on. A sprinkling of metalwork is enough to update a classic piece. Make a statement with this season’s edgiest studded flats, heels and boots. The look is a little bad ass but rocker chic. Pair studded footwear with an all black outfit or a flirty dress to give your feminine frocks a modern and unexpected edge.

More boyfriends. Boyfriend jackets with cuffed and rolled sleeves are a fall essential. A long and boxy shape is still in line with fall’s rampant eighties-inspired ensembles, while the color-contrasting cuffs make it look modern and fresh. Snag a few faves to last you all the way to spring and pair them with your cocktail frocks, t-shirt and jeans.

It’s all about layering. Pair a shirt and cardi together for an ultra chic girl next door look. Add a thin belt over the shirt to dress it up, or a thicker belt over the cardi for a trendier look.

Plain Jane. Plain pieces layered up can look very effective. Such as a plain sweater with a cardi. Neutral shades are great for colder seasons. Wear a scarf to add femininity and to look warm and cozy.

Trendy prep. The trendiest way to dress this fall is to accent preppy pieces with a grungy feel. For example, if you’re sporting a button down, make it plaid. Bold prints are of the moment.

Long-Sleeved Mini. We’re particularly wild about long-sleeved mini dresses. Huge for fall, but it’s also ideal for breezy summer nights, as it allows you to show off lots of leg and gives you a little extra coverage up top. Brilliant with a pair of tights for an early-autumn evening out.

Just a pose. A delicate, gauzy top adds femininity to a body-con skirt and boots. By juxtaposing a vintage-inspired romantic top with a body-con skirt and sturdy boots, you can create an outfit that’s both unique and all about balance.

Rockin’ the 80’s. There’s a whole lot of retro ferocity being dished up rockin’ 80’s fashions, like red leather gloves paired with a sweetheart-neck mini dresses, a military-inspired leather cap with a frilly skirt and a leather jacket accentuated with a metallic bow hair barrettes.

Capes. It’s been quite some time since the cape has been a major fashion staple. From cropped mini capelets to long cloaks and full capes, you’ll find this super-hero trend pretty fly.

Faux leather. The leather trend is extending far beyond just jackets and into pretty much every other type of clothing. Leather shorts, leather dresses, leather leggings… and more. Be sure to go faux!

See-through. Turn to the see-through clothing fashion trend to keep you cool, yet sexy. 2010’s sheer pieces are a mixture of the soft and feminine, to the opposite extremes of the hardcore sex-kitten.

One shouldered. From single-shouldered dresses to tops and bikinis, asymmetric shoulder-lines have made a huge return. Showing off one-shoulder in a dress can be subtly sexy and interesting. The possibilities for how to wear it are numerous.

Bright Colors. As a sophisticated, sumptuous counterpoint to the ubiquitous black, the selection of reds this fall is positively heady. The mere hint of this colour adds such panache to an all-black outfit: add a slim belt under (or over) a jacket. For those of you who aren’t red fans, regal hues like purple are also popping up all over.

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Skirt Issues

With fall around the corner, it’s time to update your wardrobe with trendy transitional skirts. Thanks to the variety of styles available, from minis to, pencil , a skirt can easily complement your looks in every imaginable way. It’s chic and fun and more versatile than a pair of jeans.

Easily dressed up or dressed down, you can wear them over bare legs to show off that tan, or layered over a pair of tights when the weather gets cool. You can rock them to class with a tank and flats, or pull ‘em up a little higher with a tucked in beater and some heels for a night on the town.

The shorter the miniskirt, the simpler and more conservative the top. Wear heels for longer looking legs.

Balance the look of a full skirt with a fitted top.

Show off your feminine figure by adding a belt.

They can be easily be dressed up or dressed down.

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Brow tint. Keep brows two shades deeper than your hair colour if you tend to lighten your hair in the summer.

Mane glaze. No matter what colour you tint your mane, adding a mega dose of shine will turn heads and create a dazzling effect. Try an at home hair glaze or shine serum.

Cupid’s bow. Accentuate your cupid’s bow with subtle lip liner. Draw light to the peaks of your cupid’s bow using a shimmery white pencil, or light shimmery lip gloss.

Highlight. No matter what neckline on your favourite summer dress, give your body a sexy glow by sweeping a golden powder (finely micronized) across your clavicles and shoulders. Highlighting any other areas may make you look sweaty!

Radiance. Add radiance and definition to your brow bone by sweeping a shimmery champagne coloured eye shadow along the lower edge of your brows. It draws light to that area and really make your eyes pop.

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Summery sophisticate. A colourful clutch or oversized tote easily updates your look. Sexy sandals and oversized cuff bracelets can be the final sophisticated touch to your summer look.

Vested. A boxy denim vest is an interesting addition to any summer outfit. Throw one over a tee, fitted dress, flowy dress, you name it. It can easily dress you up or down.

Cuff it. Cuffed sleeves and cage heels elevate a simple black outfit. Cuff your pants too to show off killer shoes. Be sure to only cuff one item at a time.

Make curves. Ground the voluminous shape of your dress or top with a wide belt to get a more body-con silhouette.

Sexy bf. Style your boyfriend blazer with short shorts. It’s an inspired combo: the boxy cut of the blazer tones down the inherent sexiness of the short shorts, resulting in a great evening look.

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Summer brights. Give your ldb a rest and opt for a brightly coloured dress! Opt for natural or neutral toned shoes which will offset the bright colour. A perfect update for all your summer weddings!

Colour shy. If you’re apprehensive about wearing bright colors, go for striking accessories or footwear instead.

Girly tough. Team your floral dress with a thin belt that instantly adds an easy glamour to the boho-chic style. To not be tagged as overly-girly, accessorize with a pair of seriously tough, black boots and chunky jewellery.

Not so sweet. A ruffle dress is perfectly punctuated with dark thigh-highs. Works with boots or socks, or try both!

Vertical limit. Vertical lines such as v-necklines, open jackets and pants create an elongated silhouette.

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Short Story

Hot weather brings out every possible style and variation on the quintessential summer pieces. One of them being shorts. When properly coordinated, shorts can be an all-around piece that takes you from workplace chic to cocktail glam. Nothing says summer better than a pair of beyond-basic shorts.

Hot Shorts

All-Day Elegance

Patterns

‘Tis the season to don some patterns. Here’s how to wear them and have them help you at the same time by slimming you down. Pick the print that’s most proportional to your body type, or the area you plan to wear it.

Petite. Go for a small motif that won’t overwhelm.

Tall. Opt for a large-scale pattern.

Still in doubt? Use printed accessories to draw attention to your assets. Slip on a pair of pin-stripped hose if you love your legs.

TRAVEL TIPS

Summer holidays are the perfect excuse for dressing casually. Whatever the occasion, from family get-togethers to escaping to an exotic island, it’s all about mix ‘n matching the right pieces that are light, easy to pack and even easier to wear. On-the-go dressing means being prepared for any occasion yet still looking effortless and chic. Here are the essentials you should take along with you from clothes, shoes and accessories to skincare products and gadgets.

Packing 101

Plane Perfect

Unlimited Style on a Limited Wardrobe

Beauty Basics

• Exfoliate your body before going under the sun for an even tan.
• Sunscreen will be your best friend. Slather it on!
• The salty ocean water and chlorine in swimming pools can damage your hair. Make sure to shampoo and condition your locks to keep it healthy.
• Nail polish in natural or skin-tone shades go well with any coloured sandal.
• Try wearing your hair in a simple up-do with a dazzling hairpiece.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Detailing. It’s all in the detail this winter. From buckles to straps to laces to studs, as long as it’s interesting and unique.

Over the knee boots. Above the knee boots are most popular in heeled versions (rather than small or flat heels) with suede being the material of choice.

Lace-up Shoes and Boots. Laces and tie-up details are another continuing trend. From Victorian influences to sexed-up school mistress heels, laces are lingering for a little longer and offer quite a few options of styles and heel-heights.

Mary-Jane with a Twist. Mary-Janes are back with a twist! Double or even triple buckles are one common defining detail; bright colours, luxe fabrics or sharply pointed toes are other examples. This trend strikes a combination of school-girl sweet meets sexy vamp.

Reptile leathers. Alligator, crocodile, lizard, snake… reptilian skins. The feeling of reptile leather is that of something exotic and luxurious. Avoid gaudy snake prints and cheap imitations; whether real or faux, it’s all about the quality.

Fringing and Folk-Inspired. It’s the new foho: folk-inspired with an ethnic twist. Fringed boots are the defining feature of the trend, with other details like studs and tooled leather adding to the crafty, bohemian feel. Short fringed ankle-boots in leather or suede can look sexy with bare legs or tights.

Open-toed shoes with tights. It used to be a massive faux-pas, but these days it’s not just OK - it’s fashionable. Open-toes or peep-toes with stockings, socks or tights underneath works wonderfully with like colours, especially black on black - but daring contrasts can also look great. It also means your Spring/Summer shoe collection can be worn in the colder months.

Two-tone and multi-colour. There’s no excuse to be boring with your shoes when it comes to colour. At least, not anymore. Different elements of a shoe can be different colours, for example contrasting straps or heels. Don’t think that a multi-coloured shoe can only be worn with a plain coloured outfit; use them to add colour and style to pretty much anything. They can be anything from bold bright colours to classic shades of grey and black.

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Staples never go out of style, are forever chic and go with almost everything. These pieces can be used as canvases so that other pieces can shine and most importantly, so that you can shine!

Denim

Your feel good jeans. Whatever the style, fit, brand or price.

Classic White Shirt

Throw ‘em on with jeans, a pencil skirt, under a dress, over a dress, with dress pants……..

The Little Black Dress

Need we say more?

Cozy Cardigan

Like the rest these items you will wear it all the time.

Trench Coat

It’s instant style, instant glam!

A Classic Watch

Time is of the essence.

Diamonds

Real or Fake it doesn’t matter. If they’re fake, just don’t bring them in the bathroom or they’ll fog up. Unless you buy crystal ones, which are forever sparkly.

Ballet Flats

Because we can’t always wear heels. Like, at the airport, outings with small kids and at the beach.

A Classic High-Heel Pump

While it may be a bit of a bore to buy, make sure you have a solid comfortable pair of black pumps. Also a pair of neutral shoes for a leggier look; gold, tan, nude.

A Great Bag

You will need 3 basics; a tote, a medium sized and a clutch.

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How to Wear Headbands

Headbands are one of the most stylish accessories this season.

OK, we admit it, lately we’ve been kind of obsessed with headbands. From hippie headbands in NYC to chic Parisian ones , we’ve seen them on the heads of the most stylish girls. But how can you wear one with ease and not look like a six year old?

Just like jewellery, headbands are accessories. If you add earrings, a bracelet and a necklace you’ll look like a hot mess, so keep it simple and minimal.

Keep in mind the material. If it’s stretchy it will be more comfortable and won’t leave a dent in your hair. Molded plastic is known for giving headaches because it can be pretty tight. Experiment to find what works best for you.

Think about what shape your face is and use proportion in your favour. If you have prominent features and a full face, try a wide band with detailing; if your face is petite, stick to a thin no-fuss band so as not to overwhelm your features.