Beauty Trends that need to be dumped this fall

• ICE THE FROST "I’d like to see the end of the frosty trend. I think frost, as a rule, should be avoided. So if you’ve got a frosty pink gloss or a frosty nail polish – not that there’s not an exception to the rule once in a while – but in general they aren’t flattering and they’re kind of dated looking to me. I don’t think it’s modern."
• FRUMPY FRIZZIES Girls always want what they haven’t got, especially when it comes to hair. Brundage has noticed a trend of girls spending hours in the chair to achieve towering, frizzy tresses. “It’s a surprising trend that I’m not wild about.”
• ROLLERS?! “I got a phone call not too long ago from a New York paper wanting me to comment on the trend of people wearing rollers in their hair. And I was like, ‘are you kidding?!’ They told me Reese Witherspoon was recently pictured with rollers in her hair, and I said, ‘I’m sorry, I just can’t go there.’” Smart woman.
• DARK LIPLINER “I wrote a column recently on the biggest beauty blunders and one of them was girls who wear dark, dark lipliner,” remarks Brundage. “Or, girls that draw in these really overdone lips where we all know that those are not their real lips.” Yikes.
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THE REAL SECRET TO BEING FABULOUS

Having witnessed one too many beauty blunders, Brundage has observed that the truly chic and stunningly stylish woman understand something crucial: they only embrace trends that actually work for them. “What differentiates the “stylish” from the people who just try and never really succeed,” explains Brundage, “is that you want to embrace what works for you. So take a trend if you see a trend, and let’s say it’s dark nail polish, let’s say it’s red lips, whatever it is, if it doesn’t work for you, it’s not a good trend for you to embrace. Wait until the next season when something that will suit you better appears. You always kind of want to pick and choose based on what works for you. The most important thing is that you never want to embrace any kind of a trend that isn’t making you look fabulous – that isn’t embracing you back.”

Dress to be in

Need the latest trend, or simply an inspiration? Check out these really chic dresses making waves :)

Indian Kurti : An ethnic style statement

Embellished kurtas will never go out of style in India. At the moment, however, they are cropping up on the international fashion scene as well and not without good reason -- comfortable, trendy and very eye-catching, you can wear them to practically any social do.

The best part is the availability -- you can snag yourself a kurta pretty much anywhere in your city. Stores selling both ethnic and Western wear usually have some lovely ones in stock, or you could even take your pick from the streets -- some tiny roadside stalls sell truly stunning kurtas embellished with sequins, embroidery and bandhani work. Of course, you could go for high-end creations as well, by prominent Indian designers who will charge you as much.


To make a style statement, pick a colourful kurta and team it with a pair of jeans or formal trousers for a night out. Stilettos will add that classy touch and you will be looking your best!

Nail Art at Home

Gone are the days when a simple manicure was enough. Today, nail art has become a rage. From simple designs to funky ones, your nails will, quite simply, do all the talking! Nail art is the art of painting attractive designs on your fingernails to give them a classy look. In fact, it's a fun way to brighten up your monotonous look oe accessorise a special occasion outfit.

There are a variety of nail art designs available, ranging from delicate and understated to funky and outrageous.

Now all of us cannot go to professional nail artist everyday... but it's now possible to create nail magic at home.

• Apply nail vanish remover even if you have no nail paint on. It helps remove dirt and grease so that your nail polish will last longer.

• Let your nail vanish dry properly. Give time for each layer to dry to ensure a lasting finish.

• You can match your nail colour with your apparel or lip colour to give a complete co-ordinated look.

• Always try to apply lots of thin layers rather than giving one quick layer. It not only dries quickly but also lasts for a longer time.

• Make sure each coat is dry before applying the next. Never mix colours together before application since it can give a messy look to your nails.

• If you love wearing rings, wear cool and aatractive ones as your nails will attract attention to your hands so do dress them up a bit!

• Nail piercing can give a trendy look to your nails, but it can also weaken the nails.

• Nail piercing could, and preferably be done on the upper portion of a long nail so that the hole could be filed away without losing much length.

• Don't remove or re-apply nail polish more than one or two times a week as it may dry your nails.

• Choose a remover with built-in moisturisers that will limit the damage.

• Always keep your nails clean as it reduces the chances of nail breakage by keeping healthy.

• Also do not clean your mails with hot water.

• If you have long nails try painting the underside with a contrasting colour and paint the upper part with light coat.

• When polishing the underside of the nail, avoid polishing the area the nail and the skin meet.

• You can also use fake tattoos for giving a funky look to your nails.

Make sure you maintain your nails properly; as proper maintenance will help keep your nails in good condition for a longer period.

Style on a Budget

Don't let your limited budget limit your style. There a quite are few things you can do to keep your look fresh even when you need to be wise with your wardrobe dollars.

Here's how :

1. Wear more color

A great way to liven up your look is to incorporate more color into your wardrobe. Perhaps this is just a matter of wearing a brightly colored t-shirt under a v-neck sweater, or sporting a new shirt or sweater. Adding color will liven up otherwise dull neutral tones. But the most important thing is to wear color near your face since that is where it will have the most impact and keep you from looking washed out.

Note: Whether you are on a budget or not, shopping sales is just a smart thing to do. If you want to pick up a new shirt, sweater etc., you don't have to wait long for any number of retailers to have a sale. Just keep your eyes peeled.

2. Seek Out a New Pair of Glasses/Sunglasses

I have worn glasses since I was 2 years old. This is one area where I allow myself to spend a little money in order to get the best looking glasses I can find. After all, it’s my face! Glasses are a great way to express yourself too. The interesting thing about glasses is that you could simply be wearing jeans and a t-shirt, but with the right glasses you suddenly look fashion savvy. Like me, you may want to have a couple of pair--one pair that is bold and one that is more subdued. This way you can match your glasses with your mood or outfit.

Note: If you don’t wear glasses, then make it sunglasses. Cool shades are always a good thing and we all know how they are one of the ultimate fashion accessories.

3. Treat Yourself to One or Two Super Pieces

If you can possibly afford it, I believe in buying one or two great pieces that will really keep you looking stylish. This may be a cool sport coat, a leather jacket or an awesome pair of jeans that really show off your assets. What ever it is, make sure it’s something that you know you will wear often and is flattering. I just bought a moleskin sport coat that was a bit expensive, but it looks great and I know I will get a lot of use out of it.

4. Sport a Snappy Belt

I also just bought a really cool belt with a big buckle that I know will be a show stopper. You may have noticed that recently elaborate belts with interesting buckles have become quite the fashion statement. And they can be quite inexpensive as well.

5. Avoid Tattered Looking Shoes

A tattered pair of shoes is always a turn off. I don’t care if you wear dress shoes or sneakers, keep ‘em looking their best. This may just mean getting a shoe shine or picking up a new pair altogether.

6. Get a Groovy watch

I have a friend who has a thing for watches. He likes to match them with what he is wearing, and he doesn’t spend a lot of money on them either. Since men don’t have many options when it comes to jewelry, this is a great way to express yourself as well as liven up your look.

10 ways to sex up your look

What's sexy without being a li'l sleazy or adding unexpected touches and a few glamorous essentials? Plus, it's about choosing more essential ways to express your sensuality then merely donning a micro-mini. Here's how to add sizzle without sacrificing your modesty.

1. WEAR EXPECTED IN AN UNEXPECTED WAY
Subtle alterations pack a chicest punch. For e.g., take a basic man's white shirt [slightly oversized ], unbutton it, wrap it so that one side overlaps over and tuck it in.

2. GO RED
Pale lips maybe trendy, but nothing does the job like red. Use lipliner for the perfect appearance. Choose a creamy matte in red that best suits your skin tone [blue-reds for darker skin tones; orangey hues for olive or true reds].

3. ADD A HAT
It takes guts to wear one.And takes the panache to carry it off.Combine the two qualities and you get some major sex appeal. Stay with classic shapes like fedora and beret. They are easier to pull off.

4.ACCESSORIZE WITH SHOULDER-DUSTER
Skip every other piece of jewelery, just add the shoulder duster earrings. Pull your hair back and make sure your makeup is soft. This looks great with bare shoulders.. And its most definitely an after-dark look!


5. MAKE IT METALLIC
black is super sexy but gold, silver and copper are especially luminous when you're going for va-va-voom. Look for simple shapes and tones that flatter your skin tone. Go minimal to let the dress shine.


6. ADOPT AN EXOTIC LOOK
Harem pants, sarongs and embroidered items are all ethnic looks with tonnes of feminine charm. Mandarian collar dresses from China are flattering, very chic and always very intriguing.


7. WEAR SHADES
Perhaps the single sexiest item you can own are a great pair of sunglasses. They add dollops of mystery, look cute even on top of your head and serve the practical purpose of protecting your eyes.

8. MAKE A GRAND EXIT
Sexy is all about surprises, so a deceptively simple dress from the front can be a show-stopper in the back. Open backs, lace-up backs and dress trains add drama.

9. STAY SOFT
Forget everything you've ever heard about leathers or sparkly sequins being heat-inducing. Soft, touchable fabrics like cashmere, satin, suede are the real scene-stealers and have the added bonus of feeling great against your skin.

10. PLAY PEEK-A-BOO
No need to bare your breasts, even with a lace. Nude linings, camisoles and slips all keep you covered while the lace itself is really suggestive..

Washout! Models go underwater for fashion shoot

Forget the catwalks and red carpets. At a recent show in Sydney, Australian models held their noses, and took runway fashion where it's never gone before -- to the bottom of a water tank.

With no catwalk in sight, nine sharply dressed models climbed up a ladder and plunged into a large tank of water in Australia's first public underwater fashion shoot, delighting tourists and passers-by in Sydney's picturesque Circular Quay.

Cosmopolitan magazine and Neutrogena skincare company sponsored the show. Why? "For fun," an organizer said.

"I felt sorry for the hair and makeup artists because they spent so long doing my hair and makeup and as soon as I got in it just washed away, but it's all fun", said Jaynie Seal, a television weather presenter who was part of the show, sponsored by women's magazine Cosmopolitan and skincare label Neutrogena.

Braving cool spring temperatures, Seal and another TV presenter, Jason Dundas, waved at the cameras underwater and tried to look glamorous.

Later, Dundas stood shivering in a dripping wet suit as a team of photographers took pictures of the event.

"It's fairly hard to look glamorous under water. We had to get specialist make up that doesn't run, said the official event photographer Daniel Smith.

"The hair and the hands can go everywhere, the success rate is less, so you just take more pictures."

The tank which measured nearly 10m long and a few meters wide was heated to 23 degrees to try and keep the models warm.

Australian celebrity Nikki Phillips poses for photographers.

Jamie Wright posing.

Model Jamie Wright laughs as she emerges from a water tank after taking part in an underwater photo shoot for Cosmopolitan magazine in Sydney

Shannon Ponton (L) Jamie Wright (2nd-L) Jaynie Seal (C-obscured) Kristian Schmid (2nd-R) and Tom Bunting (R) pose during an underwater photo shoot

Model Jamie Wright (R) receives a kiss from her boyfriend and TV personality Shannan Ponton (L)

But the trend is still on trial.. I mean it was good fun stuff for a change.. but who really wants to watch THIS ??

Anyway...

there is plenty more to come. They might plan for fashion shows inside an active volcano, in a lion’s den and in a giant shredding machine. Better make sure your cable bill is all paid up!

Celebrity Fashion Disasters

Ever wonder how beautiful people with professional stylists and clothes by any designer they want still seem to flub it up so badly? I do too!

My last poll [How much does celebrity fashion influence your own fashion style?] prompted me for this particular post. I was amused looking at the results that showed people might just wear something without thinking what serious damage it could do!!

Not all celebrities are “IN” In fashion Industry.. Not all have taste in fashion...Some just wear those because they have access to the world's best designer clothing products (for free,) and a team of makeup artist and stylish (for free) but does doesn't mean Hollywood Celebrities are infallible when in comes to their fashion taste..Here's some Hollywood Celebs having fashion disasters..


Hey eva! Are you Okay? We understand if you may be expressing your wild side, but a leopard maxi dress with billowy sleeves is just too much of a good thing for you.

Nope, your eyes do not deceive you (although they may well be bleeding if you've been looking at this picture for any length at all). That's Scarlett Johansson, and yes, that's a boiler suit she's wearing, and ohmygod, there are no words.

"Moon boots" I believe they're called. Well, whatever - the fact is that you're not on the moon, Paris, and you're not even in Aspen or Val d'Isere, or some other ski resport where these would be even just a tad more acceptable. No, Paris, you're in LA, and this? This is not on young lady.

She's a project: a lovely young girl, perfect raw material, who just so happens to dress exactly like my mother did in the 80s. (Actually, scratch that: my mother is way more stylish than Katie Holmes. I mean, what, does she have that freaky premature ageing disease or something? No? Then why is she permanently dressed like someone's maiden aunt, in frumpy, shapeless clothes that do absolutely nothing for her? WHY? )

The thing that sucks about this picture the most? She was out with Victoria Beckham and J.Lo at the time. GOD...

Oh, holy hell, Beyonce, I think I just threw up in my mouth a little bit...What makes it worse? It's the pose, Beyonce, the pose. Why did you do it to yourself?

Oh Jodie, Jodie, you make our job too easy here... Oh, and for the readers who perhaps aren't familiar with Jodie Marsh, I just want to point out that Jodie is not black. She's white. That be fake tan...

Behold the under-cleavage - the cleavage that comes when your bikini top is a couple of sizes too small, and the reason why you should always make sure you jump around the changing room a few times and wave your hands in the air (like ya just don't care, folks!) when you're trying on a new swimsuit. If you fail to follow these steps, why, you could end up looking like Heather Locklear - or, more specifically, like Heather Locklear's boobs, which, as you can see, are a two-pater - one part below the bikini, one part above. Don't try it at home, kids...

Well, I guess it's a good job Mandy Moore is out shopping in this photo because, man, does she need some new clothes..

This is Shanessa Reilly, would be Big Brother housemate, care worker and, er, pole dancer. Clearly the pole dancing part of her personality was the dominant part on Friday night, when she chose to enter the BB house wearing this little pink dress - with "little" being the operative word. Either that or there were no mirrors wherever she was getting ready for the show.










In this picture, Keira looks like someone stuck a woman's head on a little boy's body. It's actually pretty disturbing, in an "I can't stop looking at it" kind of way. And I think it's time to sack the stylist, Keira...

THIS is the woman fashion editors all over the land would have us believe is a "real" woman with a "quirky sense of style".

Now, I know it was Halloween and all, but most of us still try to wear something that's just a little bit flattering - or that at the very least isn't split from neck to crotch, and teamed with some dodgy pink animal print and fishnets. Not Britney, though. No.

I'd like to think Julia Roberts was paid to wear this outfit - and particularly these shoes - to whatever awards event this was. I know it's hard to imagine who, in their right mind, would pay her to wear it (and, more importantly, WHY), but it's even harder to imagine her looking in the mirror that night and thinking, "Yup, this is one hawt red carpet look, lookin' good!"

Then again, there's just a chance that Julia here thinks she's so gorgeous she can get away with wearing ANYTHING - even a frumpy old house dress from the 30s and these cloddhopper shoes.

Oh Lord, is that whole "neon" thing still going on? We've been trying hard to pretend it wasn't happening!!

The GLOW Purse!

Did you know that the average European woman spends around 14.3 hours in a year to look for objects in her bag?

I think I'm one of them! Out of habit and necessity I tend to carry a lot in my Big Bag and am often lost when it comes to finding things on time.. like looking for change, or particular item of makeup or a particular phone number I just happened to scribble and put in the sac.

Imagine our bags were glowing once we opened them and we can find everything right away!

Imagine no more, as it is now a reality. Merry Kawamura Ganjavian is a Spanish Design Collective of three young designers based in Madrid, Spain, who have developed lots of exciting projects during their many travels around the world.

One of their most interesting is the “Glow Purse,” which is an illuminated handbag. The technology is based on micro-LEDs (LUMENs) that are integrated in the inner lining of the bag and help it glow when opened. This lightning mechanism can be switched on manually and is easily rechargeable in your house with a base or operated with a small exchangeable battery.







Absolutely cute, stylish and ultra-practical, this bag is the latest trend among the celebs and a must have for all you style divas..

Dressing your body type

In my last post I talked about the 6 Primary Body Types & Clothing Tips. Now that we all know what category we belong to, without further ado, lets find clothes for our own unique shape.

All female body types have their own unique attributes, and with style and clothing, knowing how to dress for your body type will let you have fun with your wardrobe so that you can flatter your body shape and bring out your best features.

• For Round or Apple body shape
  

Show off your legs! Wear an A-line skirt to add emphasis to your waistline.

Do not wear tops that feature a lot of busy detail, like ruffles, rouching or other embellishments.

Anything that clings to your stomach is a no-no; therefore, shirts with a lot of Lycra are out!

With tops, choose turtlenecks, boatnecks, or shirts with collars. Knits and woven stretch fabrics are best for your body type

The best jeans for your body type are ones with front and back pockets. These will help disguise a rounder middle area while defining your curves. But avoid pants with pleats, and choose a flatter front instead

Try to avoid tops with puffy sleeves, or overly baggy clothing. Slim skirts and tight clothes should also be avoided, since they will only emphasize a slimmer lower body half and create the illusion of imbalance.

Great accessories contribute to a stylish look, helping to pull it all together.

• For Inverted triangle body shape
  

Your main style aim should be to create the illusion of the perfect hourglass body shape by balancing your lower body to your upper body and to draw attention away from your upper body.

Do wear...

Flowing fabrics
Set-in sleeves
Three-quarter length sleeves
A good fitting, well adjusted bra
Tops and dresses that flow through the waist
A-line skirts
Flared pants

Don't wear...

Styles that emphasize your shoulders
High necklines
Big collars
Tapered skirts and pants

• For Hour glass body shape
  
  

If you have an Hourglass shape, you are in luck. This body shape is the most compatible with most of the latest fashion trends. You pretty much look great in all styles. However, you do have to be careful of some fashion choices. Because you are equally proportional on both the top and bottom of your body, it is important that you do not choose clothing that hides your well-defined waistline. Boxy, tailored jackets can be worn, however, they should hit at the waist. Longer, boxy tops can make an hourglass figure look wider. Instead, accentuate your waist with wide belts and garments that cinch in at the waist. As a fuller figured woman, try to stay away from very busy prints and very tight garments. You also don't want to over-layer your clothing; too many layers will make you look bulky. Overall, though, as long as you clothing choices still show that fabulous hourglass figure, you can be sure that you will be strutting down the street looking your best.

• For the Pear shape
  

Dressing pear shaped women involves balancing a slender neck, narrow shoulders, and a small bust with a shapely waist, generous hips, and full thighs. Your best assets are your waistline, delicate upper body, shoulders and arms, so try to accentuate these features when dressing for your body type.

Look for strapless or sleeveless dresses to play up the arms and shoulders. Or look for empire waistlines and dresses that begin to flare at the hips

Choose flowing fabrics, especially when it comes to pants, and remember that straight skirts are ideal for your body shape

Wear semi-fitted tops with square or cowl necklines to broaden narrow shoulders

Avoid tops that are too loose or too tight and make you seem out of proportion. When looking for a blazer or jacket, make sure the bottom does not meet the widest part of your hips. Lastly, avoid straight dresses that tend to tighten at the hips; this will only accentuate them.

• For the Straight body
  
  

The straight body type features an upper and lower body half that are equal in width. If you gained a few pounds, they would most likely be equally distributed throughout the body, instead of going straight to your curves.

Choose tops with necklines that fall below the collarbone to elongate the upper body and neck

Look for a longer suit jacket that will help lengthen the torso

Skirts and pants with details can broaden the lower half of the body, while shirts with pockets on the bustline will emphasize the area

Try to avoid belts or pleated fabrics at the waistline. These can make the area look thick instead of narrowing the waist.

• For the Diamond shaped body
  

The greatest Diamond Figure’s assets are: Proportionate face, neck, and bust, Balanced thighs, Shapely legs and Great arms

To flatter a diamond body shape, you should wear clothing that will take the eye off the waist and make the shoulder area appear wider - shoulder pads, for example, and horizontal necklines.

*Do wear...

Ear-rings, necklaces and other focal points designed to draw an observer's eyes up towards your shoulders and face
Shoulder pads to emphasize your shoulders. This may sound very 80s advice, but they really do work. However, they should not be be visible
Semi-fitted and loose fitting clothes
Good fitting, well adjusted bras
Support underwear
Tops and bottoms in the same colors
Low necklines
Un-tucked tops
Tops and dresses that flow through the waistline
Straight flat-fronted pants in soft, flowing fabric
Straight and slightly flared skirts

*Don't wear...

Clingy fabrics
Fitted clothes
Fabric with large patterns
High necklines
Large lapels
Belts
Tucked-in tops
Pleats
Narrow or tapered skirts
Narrow or tapered pants

# BONUS TIPS

• High collars shortens necks.
• Tight tops with short sleeves and breast pocket is detracting from your figure. Shoes with straps shortens your legs. The torso can be shortened or narrowed with seam lines, belts, bows, and collars.
• A short necklace can shorten your neck.
• A scarf or belt that hangs down toward the legs will make the legs appear longer. Knitted texture, lace, floras, prints, and plaids can assist in creating an illusion. T
• hicker vertical lines in plaids lengthens and slims.
• Wear a larger print where you want people to look and smaller print where you do not want them to look.
• An all over print can camouflage figure problems, but prints here and there can create a fuller you.
• Prints around the neck and over the shoulder can make your shoulders appear wider. Just wear prints near the parts of your figure's assets, because they are usually more eye catching than a solid color.
• When buying pants be sure they fit well. Defects are emphasized in a pair of pants that may go unnoticed in a skirt.