1,2,3........6 Spring Beauty Trends To Try Now!

Spring(although not on our weather chart in US) is quite warm . It just warrants beauty looks that are bold yet feminine. From barely-there makeup looks to flirty buns, and fashion forward nail hues and designs– this is the time to maximize your beauty stock! Here’s a rundown of beauty trends from the runway that will keep you looking sizzling haute for the spring 2012 season


                                                                                                     Bright Lips

Orange is the new red – at least as a popping lip color! Tangerine lips popped up on the international runways across the world. Let’s not forget about the burst of hot pink, pastel purple that have been spotted on the international scene as well.

                                                                                                  Bold Eyeliner 

While we usually see bold eyes as a Fall/Winter fashion applique, this bold and beautiful trend is staying in tow for spring. Whether it’s smudged or intricately drawn into a wing shape (for a cat-eyed), good eyeliner will keep you on the hot end of the beauty barometer.

                                                                         Full Brows 

This next trend is one that I envy girls for being able to pull off without the assistance of a brow pen or powder (like I have to do). Full brows were in full tow at the Fashion shows. I totally think the bold black brows  gives you an in-your-face a daring look; plus what better way to stand out.

                                                                                                  Neutral Nails

While there were a few colorful nail designs that hit the runways, the biggest nail trend was absolutely neutral nails. On the runways of the New York, London and Paris pretty pinks, pastels, mute browns and shades of gray overshadowed the long, neon designed nails that have been all the rage for months past. Spring nails will take a more laid back approach as short, rounded nudes and neutral shades take the lead.

                                                                                                Glowing Skin

The African Safaris and look of the sun-kissed, gleaming skin of a desert beauty was a leading look at this year’s shows. Michael Kors, Vera Wang, and BCBG Max Azria all took to the warming rays of Mother Nature as inspiration for skin illuminating makeup looks. Bronzer and highlighter are the go-to tools to create the look of your own gorgeous glow.

                                                                                                       Retro Buns

  Pretty ponies and cascading curls will never go out of style, but fab buns are also timeless beauty staples. Always a fan of gorgeous buns and ponies, I was elated to see the awesome 60’s-inspired mod buns in braids and human hair adorned with vibrant headbands and pretty flowers at the Arise Magazine Fashion Week 2012. I also loved the sleek buns with a side part at theSunny Rose show.

Exquisite Magazine presents "The Incredible Ini Edo"

 Following the success story of the Nollywood industry, Exquisite Magazinepresents the Nollywood special "The incredible Ini Edo" and the Nollywood industry.  The March Issue goes on sale this week on the 26^th March 2012. This issue also features fashion editorials from Exquisite’s new Fashion Editor Funmi Daniel. Here are some excerpts from the magazine. 

Knocked Up Again: Kim Zolciak Is Toting Another Gut Full Of Falcons Baller Hubby Kroy Biermann

In the words of the wise Jay “Young Jeezy” Jenkins: She know what to do and she know how to do it! Beyotches, take notes… Kim Zolciak got that thang on lizzock! Baby #2 is on the way. 

Sharam Diniz Joins Nasty Gal Roster! (Peep Her Modeling The Store’s Hottest Spring Styles + Purchase Them!)

One of our favorite online retailers, Nasty Gal, added a new model to their roster and we couldn’t be happier! Nasty Gal has a history of choosing the coolest up and coming models to be featured in their online lookbooks and product shots, but this time they’ve decided to add a little chocolate to the mix. Enter Belizian model, Sharam Diniz. The 5’10” beauty owned the rocker cool vibe of Nasty Gal’s latest fashions with an effortless ease. We can’t wait to see more of Sharam Diniz and the work she has in store!

Peep seven of our favorite spring/summer product picks that Sharam modeled for Nasty Gal. 

Get the Look: June Ambrose’s Styled by June Vibrant Ensembles

So tonight is the television premiere of June Ambrose’s new Vh1 show, Styled by June! Ms. Ambrose is known to shut it down in the color department, putting together cohesive and chic outfits. We figured we’d bless today’s premiere by helping you get her spring ready ensembles!

For look one, just rock a yellow top with fuchsia pants, and bring it all together with an orange blazer:

More Vince Camuto…

For look two, simply slip on a pair of floral or watercolor brushed trousers, anchored by a turquoise button down and black jacket:

More Topshop…

These looks are bold, yes, but they’re the bomb!

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