Spring/Summer Trend: Have Fun with Printed Dresses

This Spring/Summer we’ll all be wearing printed dresses. Seen on the catwalks at everywhere from Marni to Prada, they’re a great, simple way to introduce a bit of fun and color back into our wardrobes for the summer months.

Over at Prada pastel dresses were decorated with cartoon Cadillac’s, whereas Marni opted for bright 70s inspired flowers. On the high street and online, retailers are already getting in on the act with their own versions of fun, novelty prints. Take a look at this pineapple print dress from Whistles at ASOS for $268.58. But if you’re not into novelty prints there are other ways to incorporate fun prints into your wardrobe, and something to suit every personality.

Stripes are an understated, style classic and are particularly flattering. Opt for abstract blocks of stripes in contrasting colors or vibrant multi-colored stripes to make you stand out from the crowd. If you’re feeling brave and looking to try something a bit different go for digital print dresses. Inspired by a relative newcomer to the fashion industry, Mary Katrantzou, digital print is proving to be a big trend for next season. Choose from animal print, floral print or quirky, abstract print. Digital print dresses are head turners that will keep your look fresh and show off your individuality.

So whether you choose novelty prints, stripes or digital prints, remember to have fun with your look. Go for individual, quirky dresses and wear minimal accessories to avoid pattern overload. You can even create a versatile look by pairing them with heels for work or a night out and dress them down with a pair of masculine brogues or pumps for daytime chic! This makes printed dresses great investment buys for Spring/Summer.

Which style will you go for next season?

These black over-the-knee boots are a must have. The black, 16-inch shaft glides over the leg while hugging the calf to create a smooth, clean look that’s not too bulky. The microfiber material keeps them from having that call girl look. However, you don’t need to worry that they won’t standout since their cuff is studded with black rhinestones. The cuff keeps these boots from looking too sweet by adding an edge to any look. The wearer can rest assured she will have ample height as the four and a half-inch heel gives her proper lift. A one inch covered platform keeps the heel from feeling too steep and stops it from interfering with how you strut your stuff while wearing them. The man-made sole lets any woman do all the walking she wants without worrying about putting a hole in her new boots. The split behind these boots’ cuffs keeps them from feeling too tight around the knees, and gives you the breathing room you need to walk comfortably.

These over-the-knee boots’ versatility makes them an asset to any collection, as they work with just about any outfit. Dress them down for a movie night by pulling them over a pair of skinny jeans. Dress these shoes up by wearing them with a pair of tights and a killer dress. Scrunch the shaft down for that sloppy yet put together look. No matter how you wear these boots they will always be an attention grabber.

Lips
Affording women the power to change their look or make a statement on a budget, lip colour has been prominent on the catwalks throughout the recession, and looks set to get even brighter in s/s12. While models on the Erdem, Christopher Raeburn and Jasper Conran runways sported more conventional red bee-sting lips, Ashish went gothic with deep mauve and Mary Katrantzou’s models made their mark with blue and green pouts. Look out for highlighter bright shades.

Cheeks
Blush is back! Rosy pink cheeks graced the LFW catwalks, with models on the Issa and Meadham Kirchoff runways promoting pretty peach highlights as a statement beauty style to complement their candy coloured dresses. If this look is a bit too girly for you, you could always take a leaf out of Danielle Scott’s book and perfect the tribal trend with a bold block of colour under one eye. Did someone say Nelly?

Eyes
Three big eye make up trends came out of the LFW shows last month: sultry Sixties style, colour pop and metallic. Models on the Bora Aksu, House of Holland and Holly Fulton catwalks showcased heavily kholled eyes with rich red shadow for smoky effect, while Clements Ribeiro and Meadham Kirchhoff went for bold colour pops in pink, green and blue and Vivienne Westwood dramatic shimmer eye colour which exploded out onto brows and cheeks.

Nails
Mirroring the beauty press and pop world’s current obsession with nail colour, the LFW stylists made sure that their looks were bold and bright right down to the details. Issa and Holly Fulton went for paint in one of s/s12’s hottest colours, coral, while the latter again borrowed from the aqua palette for turquoise nails. Riffing on the nature trend, Vivienne Westwood’s models sported green talons in a spectrum of lush summery shades.

So if LFW beauty looks are anything to go by for next summer, it’s time to invest in some statement make up!
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Maybe it’s time to try laser liposuction. It’s a new, minimally-invasive, technique that’s fast gaining popularity – and a deserved reputation for dealing with those parts of your body that no amount of exercise seems to reach. ‘Love handles,’ ‘spare tire’ or ‘saddlebags’ – it doesn’t matter which part of your body you specifically want to target, laser liposuction may help.

So how does laser liposuction (“lunchtime lipo” as it’s colloquially known) work? First of all small incisions are made in your skin – typically they’ll be around two to three millimeters in length. A laser is introduced which ‘liquefies’ the fat, allowing the fat to be drawn out through a cannula. The laser is then used again, to encourage the tightening of the skin.

Most patients will want to rest after the procedure, but you’ll definitely be home the same day, and back to normal life within a couple of days. It’s probably advisable to wear something tight on the area you’ve had treated for a week or so, just to counteract any swelling after the procedure.

The fact that laser liposuction can be so specifically targeted means that particular areas of your body can be shaped and sculpted. So if you’ve despaired of ever losing those ‘love handles…’ the good news is that help is finally at hand!

For more information on laser liposuction – and how it can help you get the body you’ve always wanted – visit www.mya.co.uk

Mila Kunis led the bold red trend at the SAGs in this batik Alexander McQueen gown with a matching flowing wavy hairstyle. We love the train, and the fierce snake cuff the actress wore to further complement her fiery dress. Mila, if you’re reading this, can we hang out?

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As many of you know, Orianthi, singer & songwriter of “According to You,” partnered with Tone Body Wash for the Tone Backstage Pass Series to create a Facebook community where women can share their inspirations and support one another.  Well we’ve got news for their latest featured artist, Allison Iraheta, who you may remember as a finalist from season 8 of American Idol.
Orianthi just announced on her Facebook wall that Allison is hosting a chat this Wednesday, 1/26 on the Tone Skincare Facebook wall  at 6 p.m. EST/3 p.m. PST.  All of you can go to the Tone FB page to check out her awesome music and post questions for her to answer. She is definitely an inspiring, talented young woman and we can’t get enough of her singing!

Now if you’re just an absolute music lover like we are and you want more, you can Tune in with Tone on Pandora for more music like Orianthi’s, the legends who inspired her, and other favorite artists from her genre.

The Orianthi CD Giveaway

Oh and let’s not forget the added bonus, thanks to Tone Body Wash and Orianthi, here’s your chance to win a signed Orianthi CD! All you have to do is:

1. LIKE the Tone Body Wash Facebook fan page
2. Leave a comment here on what your favorite Tone Body Wash aroma is:

• White Clay & Pink Jasmine
• Blueberry
• Tahitian Vanilla & Orchid
• Mango Splash
• Almond Milk
• Sugar Glow

The contest giveaway ends Friday February 4, 2011 at 11:59PM EST. US entries only. Winner will be picked at random and will be notified by email. Winner must respond to claim prize within 24hrs of notification.

***Winner Update!

Congratulations to Alyssa M!

Even after Victoria’s Secret, mom of four, Heidi Klum has been keeping busy with everything from being a model, clothing designer, television host, and more. So it’s no surprise that the Project Runway host has announced that she is partnering with Coty Inc. and launching her new signature fragrance, Heidi Klum Shine.

Beginning her career as a model and cover girl, Heidi Klum has gone on to create an extensive portfolio for herself and has become a beauty and style icon while seemingly maintaining a modest persona. This is why we absolutely LOVE her!!

“I am thrilled to be partnering with Coty on my new fragrance,” said the beauty-dominating Klum. “I never thought my nose would recover from sniffing so many scent combinations but it is all worth it. I want my fragrance to be truly special and head-turning so that people ask the woman who’s wearing it ‘What are you wearing? You smell delicious!’.”

“We are excited to work with Heidi and capture her energy and femininity in her new signature fragrance,” declared Bernd Beetz, Chief Executive Officer, Coty Inc. “Heidi is an international powerhouse and role model and her fragrance will bring her even closer to her adoring fans around the world. Heidi’s natural beauty radiates from the inside out and is the perfect addition to the Coty family.”

Heidi Klum Shine is expected to launch in fall 2011.

“The most successful results occur when our goals are gently incorporated into our existing lives,” says Coopersmith. “The challenging piece should come in later, once new behavior patterns have been established. In other words, just get off the couch and do something, at least 2-3 times a week initially for whatever length and intensity you can reasonably manage. Most people do too much too soon and end up too sore, injured, or discouraged, and are back at square one before they’ve left the starting block.”

10 TIPS FROM GERALYN COOPERSMITH

1.  Create your own contract. Write a contract to yourself with your resolutions and all the reasons why you want to keep them, and then sign it!  By signing the contract your have committed to yourself that you are going to stick to your Resolutions.

2.  Make small, attainable goals.  If weight lose is your goal then consider starting out with 20 minutes of cardiovascular activity 2-3 times a week, then slowly increase your time to 30 minutes each session. You will begin to see and feel a difference in a few short weeks!

3.  Hire a certified personal trainer. Having a trainer will keep you on track and give you the motivation and direction you need to obtain your goals.

4.  Clear your shelves and fridge! Throw out all of the junk food in your house, if it isn’t in the house you won’t be able to eat it when you feel the urge. Replace old snack foods with new ones like cut veggies and fresh fruit.

5.  Stay off the scale. Use the way your clothes fit to judge your progress not the bathroom scale.  Muscle is denser than fat. You may be losing inches without significant weight loss.

6.  Chose an activity that you really enjoy doing.  Participating in activities that you enjoy such as walking, riding a bike or going to group exercise classes will not only keep you motivated, but, by mixing them up, will keep boredom from setting in.

7.  Make it part of your day.  Schedule exercise as if it were lunch.  No one likes skipping meals right? Then don’t skip your exercise appointment.

8.  Motivate yourself by listening to music while you exercise. Putting on your favorite music while you exercise will lift your spirits and put some pep in your step.

9.  Exercise with a friend.  Having someone that needs you to motivate them as you much as you need motivation helps you both stay on track.

10.  Reward yourself.  Once you achieve a short-term goal, do something nice for yourself… perhaps buy a new piece of clothing that makes your feel great.

Enjoy the process and arrive at your goals in a timely manner. As your lifestyle changes, your activity and strength will naturally increase and results will come in an easeful and enjoyable progression.