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More Fashion Trends for 2007
Celebrity makeup artist Belinda Moss (her clients include Scarlett Johansson, Queen Noor, Eva Longoria,
Norah Jones, Goldie Hawn, Edie Falco, and Barbara Walters, among others) says that coral red (or any
shade of red; it's timeless!), neutral peach, and soft pink shades will be "must haves" for lips this spring.
"In addition, nude glowing lips were also seen on the runway-wearing a lip gloss (such as Softlips),
either alone or under lipstick will help keep your lips conditioned and in style."
Right now there are lipsticks that contain health and cosmetic enhancements. Moss believes that lip
plumpers will be a "must have" product for women that are seeking a temporary full pouty look: "I use this on my clients and find that they provide fuller-looking lips in minutes. One of my favorites is LipFusion's Micro-Injested Collagen Lip Plump in Clear."
Another way to attain plump lips is to dab a little silver or gold gloss on the center of your lower lip.
If you have:
Fair skin, light hair-
Try pinks and roses for your best lip colour.
Fair skin, red hair-
Corals and browns are your best colours.
Fair skin, dark hair-
Try browns and beiges.
Olive skin, dark hair-
Reds and bronzes are best for you.
Dark skin, dark hair-
Try wines and berries.
"Using a vanilla eye shadow (I recommend Mac's Eye Shadow in Vanilla) with a dark brown line just on top of the eye lid is also considered a hot makeup trend for 2007", states Moss.
Hot colors for polished nails will also complement lip shades: Deep purples and rich plums, velvety reds,
and cinnamon browns this season.
The new "blacks" for clothes are dark plum, cranberry, wine, blue (the darker and navy blue shades), and chocolate brown.
Designer Ann Taylor has brought back the sash for her new Collections line (elegant dresses!). The
sashes can be coordinated to match the dress (honey dew dress with honey dew sash) or can be in different colours to create the perfect contrast (a mocha dress with espresso sash, black with ivory sash, espresso with champagne sash).
There are even beaded sashes to embellish the Celebrations look. All the sashes can be tied in
various ways: In the back around the waist, in a knot or a loose bow, to let it flow. It can be tied on the
side or the front, or worn just about any way you want. And there are also dyed to match shoes, bags,
and accessories to complement the Celebrations line.
Fresh spring colors of ivory, bridal ivory, champagne, pale pink, watermelon, honeydew, meadow green, pacific blue, midnight blue, espresso, and black will be featured.
There are also fresh options that complement spring's new fashions: wide belts, cuffed shorts, tiny AND extra-large totes, the "non-color" of buff or nude, wedge heels and chunky-heel platforms, '60s-style baby doll dresses, very slim, tailored, superlean pants, and blue-and-white sailor stripes with bold brass buttons.
Designer and style guru Michael Kors has picked what he considers "must have" fashion accessories that
are not only current for 2007, but are also timeless (A classic accessory rarely, if ever, goes out of
style):
1. Diamond stud earrings-
"You want the biggest ones you can afford", he says, "and if you can't afford real ones, there are some pretty fabulous fakes".
Why do you need them?
Kors believes that anyone with pierced ears should never be without them (If you don't just disregard this). They complement jeans and a T-shirt as well as a formal dress, and can be worn by all ages.
2. Pearls-
The designer recomends the single strand, but they can be either chunky or delicate.
Why do you need them?
Besides adding a touch of class, pearls, when worn as a necklace, give a natural luster to the face.
3. Aviator sunglasses-
This look will give you a bit of intrigue or mystery.
Why do you need them?
They will automatically turn you into a jet-setter. And anyone can wear them.
4. Chunky bracelet / Style Watch
This conveys style and being a rule breaker at the same time. You'll have a slight utilitarian look, yet offer a sense of richness and polish.
Why do you need them?
According to Kors, you'll project a funky supermodel persona, fashion-wise.
5. Leather bags-
Kors says there are four "must haves" for this accessory.
The first essential is a streamlined clutch, perferably in snakeskin, that can be slipped into a bigger bag.
The second is a great roomy tote (The designer recommends the L.L. Bean boat tote-I say hit the thrift shops first!).
Why do you need them?
Precisely because of the compartments (the clutch) and the roominess (the tote).
Essential number three is a soft shoulder bag. "If you wear conservative clothes with a soft suede
shoulder bag, it instantly relaxes you and gives you an easier attitude", says Kors.
Number four would be a handheld, double-handle satchel.
Why do you need it?
This would be used for those fashion moments when you want to look very ladylike.
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About the Author
Pat Jacobs currently produces and reports on "The World Of 1960s Music", a Yahoo blog, and also writes feature articles for other sites.
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