Colour Teory for Makeup

A question I get asked a lot is ‘how do I pick a lipstick to match my eyeshadow?’ or ‘what blush will work with x lipstick?’. I think it’s fair to say that most of us are taking a stab in the dark when it comes to matching our makeup and we seem to struggle to know what colours will work on us. There are no rules in makeup and I’m always hesitant to say ridiculous things like ‘people with blue eyes shouldn’t wear blue eyeshadow’ because you should wear what makes you happy, end of story.

However, there are ‘guidlines’ you can follow if maybe you’re new to makeup and really don’t know where to start, or on days when you don’t want to really think about your colour choices but still want everything to look harmonious on your face – so me everyday.

First off I’ll need to explain a bit of jargon so you can understand what I’m talking about.

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Best Fabrics

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Light fabrics that do not cling to the body are best.  Materials like linen, chiffon, organza, and even cotton blends or lace are light but can still look luxurious. There is nothing worse than sweat marks on the back and front of a gown.

Most popular wedding dress colors for 2015

We’ve already covered wedding dress etiquette for people attending the wedding, but what about the most important dress in the room? Although a good 80% of American brides stick to the traditional white (or shades thereof), a slew of celebrity hitches featuring colored wedding dresses – as well as a big push from gown designers – has given the remaining 20% the courage to experiment.

Fashion rules you should break

There are certain rules in fashion that should never, everbe broken. Wearing leggings as pants is one of them.

But as the old adage goes, some rule are meant to be broken, and many more can at least be bent a little. Whenever someone says “that doesn’t look good on you,” what they’re really saying is “that wouldn’t look good on me, and I’m gonna project my annoyance.” With this in mind, let’s take a look at the most popular no-nos every woman gets drilled into her from an early age that are well worth ignoring…

Best things to do with your old clothes

Even if it’s only to create space in your closet for lovely new clothes, there comes a time in which we all need to dispose of clothes that have seen their day. But how best to get rid of old clothes in a way that reduces impact on the environment and possibly helps others out? Here are a few of the very best ways to recycle old clothes, along with some tips and things to consider:

10 Golden tricks for a great skin

Beautiful, healthy skin requires daily care.  If you follow the golden rules after your daily shower, on holiday, during the cold winter months... your skin will be softer, suppler and radiantly beautiful!

Spring Haircare for Men

When the weather gets warmer, many of us are more active and have less and less time to spend managing our hair.  To help streamline your routine, I offer these five tips on spring hair care.

How to Wear and Care for Patent Leather Shoes

Patent leather shoes are always available, but they're definitely hotter some seasons than they are others. Even when glossy footwear isn't particularly trendy, it nearly always turns my head. Maybe it's the little girl in me, but I never really got past being attracted to shiny shoes -- or anything shiny, for that matter.

What not to do on a wedding

When it comes to weddings, there's quite a bit of tradition and etiquette to consider, and in today's modern world there's issues that even Emily Post might not have thought about. Below is a list of some things that we recommend you NOT do at the next wedding you attend:

8 steps for a perfect eye makeup

The directions below are full of tips and more. It really only takes 8 steps to gorgeous eye makeup.

8 Beauty Habits You Should Be Doing Every Morning

Rise and shine! You don’t have to be a morning person to start your day with a few beauty-boosting habits. Add these must-dos to your A.M. routine and reap the benefits all day long.

What NOT to wear at work

Many women know that certain clothing items are off limits at work.  Skirts that are too tight, low cut blouses and leggings without proper backside coverage are examples.  However, there are also accessories that should be avoided at the workplace.  Before you get dressed for work, take a look at these 10 accessories that are inappropriate for work to ensure that you are dressing for success.

What to wear on casual Fridays

In many companies, casual Friday has become the norm. While it may be okay to dress down in jeans and sneakers, that doesn't mean you should be sloppy. Remember that this is still a place where business is conducted, and in order to maintain your professionalism at all times, avoid the urge to dress like you've just stepped away from your lawnmower.

Repair your hair with coconut oil

Coconut oil is, hands down, one of the most effective hair treatments for a very wide variety of hair issues. Many claim that coconut oil actually works better than any man-made treatments on the market, and because it's 100% natural it's free of silicone, alcohols, and other chemicals that can aggravate sensitive skin and hair. 

Formal Business Attire Guidelines

Most businesses have become more casual for day-to-day operations. However, there are some companies that have held onto the more traditional dress code, and there may be occasions when even casual dressers need to dig through their closets and put on their formal business outfits.

Fashion Etiquette for Women

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Fashion trends change every season, so you'll see pieces going out of style just as quickly as they arrived on the fashion scene. However, good manners will always be in vogue, so when you choose whatever current fashion to wear, don't push etiquette aside.

3 Ways To Grow Longer Eyelashes Naturally

Who doesn’t want longer lashes? I love having long lashes and if I can get them without using the toxic glues needed for fake eyelashes (that often fall off) or chemicals in store bought mascaras, that’s perfect! Natural is always the best way and you can look very pretty and natural by working on growing your own lashes naturally. So here’s 3 great ways to grow longer eyelashes naturally that I have found to help.

Highlight your hair with lemons

Whether your hair is dark, blonde or red, the process of highlighting brings out its natural bright tones. Spending time in the sun is an easy, effective way to naturally highlight your hair, but if you want to speed the process along, there are other natural ways to boost the golden hues in your hair. Today learn how to use lemon to achieve a stylish highlighted look.

How to clean your jewelry at home

You don't need fancy jewelry cleaner to get your silver to sparkle, your gold to gleam, and your gemstones to shine. Try these everyday items, most of which you probably already have in the house.

Bandana, the must have this spring!

Hedi Slimane knows a thing or two about how to get a look trending, which is part of the reason his tenure at Saint Laurent has been such a success. Since spring 2014, he marches his androgynous dudes down the runway styled with bandanas, the accessorie became popular and this year bandana became a must be in all closets.

Here a few ways to style your outfit with bandanas.

Tips to accessorize your outfits

Accessorizing with jewelry, belts, scarves and more can take an outfit from plain to extraordinary. Take a little black dress and add a spiky necklace and metallic heels, and voila — you've taken your look from nondescript to edgy urban chic. Switch out the necklace and heels for a string of pearls and a pair of tasteful flats, and you're ready for an important business lunch. Learning the basic rules for accessorizing will help you bring out the best features of your wardrobe.

9 Essential Beauty Tricks

Every girl has a few well tested tricks up their sleeves for achieving the right make up look. Here we look at 12 of the easiest yet most effective hints and tips around to ensure you look great all day long. From how to get thicker, more lustrous lashes to creating your own lip tint, it's all here with something for everyone. Do you have any tried and tested "must share" tips? Let us know in the comments below.