Category Archives: Stylish Beauty Tips

Hair Story – 3 Top Spring Cuts To Try Now

Marion Cotillard, Olivia Palermo and Ginnifer Goodwin showcase our top 3 spring cuts

Marion Cotillard, Olivia Palermo and Ginnifer Goodwin showcase our top 3 spring cuts

With daylight savings in full effect and Monday ushering in a new moon, we’re definitely in a mood for change. Spring has always been a great time to shed the old and embrace the new, especially in fashion. This week, we’re letting go of the grays and blacks and letting gorgeous color take over. Long hair that kept us warm during the winter months can now also be swept aside, making way for a chic new look. Speaking of new looks, we’ve picked out 3 great inspirations for a chic spring cut. From Marion Cotillard’s angled cut with side bangs to Olivia Palermo’s do-no-wrong shoulder length waves and finally, the always style sassy Ginnifer Goodwin’s pixie, there’s a little something for everyone.

Marion Cotillard's elegant but edgy angled bob was a hit during awards season

Marion Cotillard’s elegant but edgy angled bob was a hit during awards season

It's doesn't get any better than Olivia Palermo's shiny shoulder length cut for spring

It’s doesn’t get any better than Olivia Palermo’s shiny shoulder length cut for spring.

Ginnifer Goodwin has mastered the art of the pixie cut --seamlessly transitioning from sweet to daring and edgy.

Ginnifer Goodwin has mastered the art of the pixie cut –seamlessly transitioning from sweet to daring and edgy.

Which look would you try? Share your thoughts below…

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Beauty Pick – e.l.f Studio Powder Brush

 

e.l.f studio powder brush

The e.l.f studio powder brush is dense, picks up the perfect amount of powder and gives a beautiful finish

Any girl will tell you that no matter how great your makeup brush is, you’re always on the lookout for a better one. There’s always the fear that you’re missing out on something great or worse, that your current one will get discontinued. Let me start by saying that I like my makeup brushes full, thick and soft (much like how I prefer my hair too as a matter of fact but that a story for another day). After many disappointments with kabuki brushes falling apart and natural/organic brushes not living up to their best potential, I finally hit the jackpot with a recommendation that came from my make-up artist sister. One of the beautiful perks of having a lot of girls in the family is that you never miss out on a good product.

What I love most about e.l.f products is that you get something great without having to pay a fortune. Most of the individual products are under $5.00. The studio powder brush in particular ($3.00) has the fullness and sturdiness of a kabuki brush while giving you full coverage with a natural finish. It’s a dense brush that picks up the perfect amount of powder and feels incredibly soft on the skin. In addition to its anti bacterial properties, it can also be used with wet or dry products. e.l.f products are available at your local Target stores or online.

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Trend spotting – From daytime chic to night time glamour, braids add a touch of whimsy to summer hair

Blake Lively, known for her perfectly tousled / messy hair adds a few fishtail braids to her hair for a bohemian summer look

Every spring and summer, we’re on the hunt for fuss free looks that are not only easy to wear but that can seamlessly transition from daytime chic to night time glamour. Braided dos have long been the perfect spring/summer hairstyle option and they only seem to be getting more and more creative. Whether it’s slightly messy, Heidi style or a long fishtail braid, there’s a certain lightness, youth and femininity that the addition of a braid brings. We’ve scoured our archives for our favorite picks from the awards season to premieres and street style. Whatever your age or the occasion, here are 18 different braided styles to give you inspiration, keep things easy and you stylish this coming season. (more…)

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Golden Globes 2012 Red Carpet Hair – Tips to DIY

Charlize Theron goes soft and romantic with her loose side swept bun and hair band, a perfect match for her blush Dior gown (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

From straight modern styles to bohemian chic locks and channeling old Hollywood glamour in tight waves, the Golden Globes Red Carpet was filled with interesting hair style choices. If you’re looking for some hair-spiration for the new year, we’ve got you covered. Try out Julie Bowen’s “modern retro” style or Nicole Kidman’s  ”bohemian chic” look with these DIY tips from their stylists. (more…)

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