What's Hot for 2011

What’s Hot for 2011

Originally posted on The Glam Life, January 17th, 2011 

1. Smokin Haute Polish
The most popular nail trends on the runway at New York Fashion Week were intricate designs. While French manicures are cute and professional, they are also a little boring. Most of the nails on the runway had designs on them, whether it was polka dots or rhinestones, each nail was embellished. When translating this look into real life, try embellishing only the ring fingers. You can have a fun design, and still be professional. Another trend is painting 9 nails one color, and painting the 10^th (your choice) a different color. This can also be used in everyday looks. Use a neutral on 9 of the nails, and use a bright pop of color on the 10^th.

2.Shiny Healthy Hair
Shiny hair is one trend that will never get old. In order to achieve maximum shine, use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, and a deep conditioning treatment once a week. Use a flat paddle brush to blow dry hair straight, pointing the blow dryer DOWN, in order to get the cuticle to lie flat. Use a shine serum , especially a silicone based one, in order to add immediate shine.

3. Novelty Prints
Prints have been popping up everywhere on the runways. From nails to clothing to makeup, prints are now considered a neutral. When incorporating prints into your wardrobe, remember to pair them with a solid. Head to toe leopard print does not look good on anyone.
If you have a print on a blouse, pair it with a solid trouser and vice versa. If you don’t feel comfortable wearing bold prints, add a few printed accessories, like a bangle or a shoe.

4. Poppin colors
Most women cringe at the thought of bright lips. But bright lips work on many different skin tones, and really make your features pop. When trying out a brighter color, try using a lip gloss instead of a lipstick. A sheerer bright color is more wearable for everyday.  Just Glam Confetti Lip Gloss and Just Glam Fierce Lip Gloss are great glosses that will not only brighten your lips, but brighten your entire face!

5. Posh ponytails
Long gone are the days of boring ponytails. The latest ponytail trends are all about volume. At the crown of your hair, spray a bit of hairspray and backcomb the hair. Carefully smooth the hair back and secure with a small pin. Gather the rest of your hair at the nape of your neck and secure with an elastic that matches your hair. Let a few waves come down in the front, framing your face. The whole look is about looking undone yet sexy.

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