Natural-looking makeup starts with healthy skin and colors inspired by Mother Nature. The best way to get your complexion ready for neutral tones is to use an exfoliator that gently sloughs off dead skin cells to smooth and brighten skin.
Designers have taken cues from global tribes and classic safari looks for an updated city chic style for this spring and summer. Style.com calls the trend “Style Tribes” and highlights numerous designers who have influenced the safari trend.
Animal prints are a key ingredient in this summer’s safari trends. Anne Klein designed this roll-sleeve shirt dress and nipped it at the waist with a wide belt.
Great tailoring by Armani gives this linen Nehru jacket a trim fit. An Ike Behar window pane shirt adds some pattern to the neutral color scheme. Chocolate washed linen trousers by Ballin Sport add comfort to the otherwise structured look.
With the whirlwind of ever-changing trends, it’s refreshing to see a resurgence of classic styles.
Classic is mainly about the quality and lines of a garment. Not only does a piece need to have a traditional silhouette, but its the fabric must be timeless as well. Silk, cashmere, linen and crisp cotton are all natural materials with great longevity that will take you from season to season with minimal wear and tear.
Neutral classics are reinvented with sheer fabrics this season. This high-waisted silk chiffon dress from Banana Republic is belted with cream ribbon and has the traditional lines of a shirt dress.
When the big day arrives, all eyes will be on you, so it’s worth listening to expert advice on how to look your best.
The KC Weddings Bridal Spectacular, held in January, was a great opportunity for future brides to see gowns, caterers, cake designers, photographers, florists and more at the Overland Park Convention Center. The daylong event was highlighted with two fashion shows featuring a guest appearance by bridal designer Paula Varsalona.
A standout bracelet is the perfect accessory for your wedding gown and can be passed on to future generations. This platinum diamond bracelet adds a touch of color with 18-karat yellow and rose gold.
Once you have chosen your gown, it’s time to think about hair.
“I encourage brides to look at magazines and decide if they want a contemporary, classic or modern style and to know their wedding day itinerary,” said Lorra Turner, Bridal Consultant for Bijin Salon & Day Spa.
