Spring/Summer 2009 Buys

Summer is about Whites and Bright Colours. And especially this season to beat the recession the fashionistas and style experts world over are focusing on colours. So add a cheery pop of color thi summer to your wardrobe.

Check out these Spring/Summer buys to update your wardrobes. If you like something, folllow the links to view and make a purchase.
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1. Karen Millen Lace Shoes for £59.95, click here to buy
2. Karen Millen Clutch for £100, click here to buy
3. Charles and Keith Wedges for $50, click here to buy
4. ASOS Quilted Bag for £28, click here to buy
5. French Connection Raffia Clutch for £40, click here to buy
6. Nine West Wedges for £54, click here to buy


Sunshine Colours

Summer Trend - CANDY COLOURS AND NEONS. Think of soothing peach, lemon sorbet, sky' blue, baby pink, pistachio green to keep cool and stay stylish as the sun shines to its full heat.

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These mood lifting hues were shining on the runways all over and are great for the season. Team bright shades such as Red and Pink, Blue and Yellow, Green and Orange. Colour clash looks great and is very in.

Does your wardrobe spell Blacks, Blues and Greys? You're not really the colour type?
Well, if you’re stuck in a rut, start small with a bold-hued camisole under a cardigan or a bright belt with a neutral dress. I am sure you'll enjoy the colour as much as you enjoy your blacks. And its good for a change.

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Beautify's Best Summer Pick - Straw Tote
Update 7th May 2009
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Mad Imports - Fetch Straw Tote for $60 (was $120), click here to buy
Straw Bags are just perfect for summer . They just scream summer and lazy days at the beach. And this season, more and more of the straw handbags are looking refined and down right stylish.

This Crocheted raffia tote, by Mad Imports, with coconut button detail at front is just the perfect choice. Another reason to buy is that it is Handmade. It comes in three perfect summer hues - ocean, bright pink and natural straw. At 50% discount, its a great pick.


UPDATE 4th May 2009:

This Summer colour meets fashion as OPI's bright new shades team up with Paige Premium Denim to create the Bright Pair Collection. This is one of a type venture where fashion and beauty has been mixed in a way that has never been done before.

BrightPair by OPI includes six new bright nail polish shades by OPI Lacquers, made to perfectly match the bright new hues of Paige's Skyline Ankle Peg and Mariposa Short. Click here for more details and pictures.

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Nice Floral Dress for the night, in the style of Scarlett Johansson
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Scarlett Johansson

geT D looK

Dress from Charlotte Russe; Earrings from Lussori; Shoes from Valentino; Bag from Nordstrom


Beautify's Best Highstreet Picks
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1. Full Circle Mini Dress for £85, on left, click here to buy
This Strapless Promm ress is perfect for a night-out or even during the day. Its sttructured bust and full pleated skirt gives it a retro look. Its a perfect 50s dress with modern twist.

2. Coast Satin Bandeau Dress for £62, right, click here to buy
Sweetheart neckline, red and white floral print, sexy style, contrast waist sash with bow to back, this satin dress is perfect for a dinner date or a party. It is sexy yet subtle.
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3. Kay Unger Floral Dress for $450, click here to buy
V neckline, capped sleeve, floral print with pleated skirt with a black belt at waistline - this Floral Dress is very feminine and sophisticated and perfect for the summer parties.


Related Posts:
O.P.I. and Paige Denim Come Together - BRIGHT PAIR
Spring Earrings
Handbags for Spring/Summer 2009
Summer Office Wear
50s is the Inspiration
.

Spring/Summer 2009 Buys

Summer is about Whites and Bright Colours. And especially this season to beat the recession the fashionistas and style experts world over are focusing on colours. So add a cheery pop of color thi summer to your wardrobe.

Check out these Spring/Summer buys to update your wardrobes. If you like something, folllow the links to view and make a purchase.
.

1. Karen Millen Lace Shoes for £59.95, click here to buy
2. Karen Millen Clutch for £100, click here to buy
3. Charles and Keith Wedges for $50, click here to buy
4. ASOS Quilted Bag for £28, click here to buy
5. French Connection Raffia Clutch for £40, click here to buy
6. Nine West Wedges for £54, click here to buy


Sunshine Colours

Summer Trend - CANDY COLOURS AND NEONS. Think of soothing peach, lemon sorbet, sky' blue, baby pink, pistachio green to keep cool and stay stylish as the sun shines to its full heat.

.

These mood lifting hues were shining on the runways all over and are great for the season. Team bright shades such as Red and Pink, Blue and Yellow, Green and Orange. Colour clash looks great and is very in.

Does your wardrobe spell Blacks, Blues and Greys? You're not really the colour type?
Well, if you’re stuck in a rut, start small with a bold-hued camisole under a cardigan or a bright belt with a neutral dress. I am sure you'll enjoy the colour as much as you enjoy your blacks. And its good for a change.

.
Beautify's Best Summer Pick - Straw Tote
Update 7th May 2009
.

.
Mad Imports - Fetch Straw Tote for $60 (was $120), click here to buy
Straw Bags are just perfect for summer . They just scream summer and lazy days at the beach. And this season, more and more of the straw handbags are looking refined and down right stylish.

This Crocheted raffia tote, by Mad Imports, with coconut button detail at front is just the perfect choice. Another reason to buy is that it is Handmade. It comes in three perfect summer hues - ocean, bright pink and natural straw. At 50% discount, its a great pick.


UPDATE 4th May 2009:

This Summer colour meets fashion as OPI's bright new shades team up with Paige Premium Denim to create the Bright Pair Collection. This is one of a type venture where fashion and beauty has been mixed in a way that has never been done before.

BrightPair by OPI includes six new bright nail polish shades by OPI Lacquers, made to perfectly match the bright new hues of Paige's Skyline Ankle Peg and Mariposa Short. Click here for more details and pictures.

.
Nice Floral Dress for the night, in the style of Scarlett Johansson
.

Scarlett Johansson

geT D looK

Dress from Charlotte Russe; Earrings from Lussori; Shoes from Valentino; Bag from Nordstrom


Beautify's Best Highstreet Picks
.

1. Full Circle Mini Dress for £85, on left, click here to buy
This Strapless Promm ress is perfect for a night-out or even during the day. Its sttructured bust and full pleated skirt gives it a retro look. Its a perfect 50s dress with modern twist.

2. Coast Satin Bandeau Dress for £62, right, click here to buy
Sweetheart neckline, red and white floral print, sexy style, contrast waist sash with bow to back, this satin dress is perfect for a dinner date or a party. It is sexy yet subtle.
.

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3. Kay Unger Floral Dress for $450, click here to buy
V neckline, capped sleeve, floral print with pleated skirt with a black belt at waistline - this Floral Dress is very feminine and sophisticated and perfect for the summer parties.


Related Posts:
O.P.I. and Paige Denim Come Together - BRIGHT PAIR
Spring Earrings
Handbags for Spring/Summer 2009
Summer Office Wear
50s is the Inspiration
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Spring Earrings

Earrings are back for Spring and their bigger is better attitude demands a whole new dress code.

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Designers, in their Spring 2009 Collections, massively flaunted oversized earrings - Zac Posen with his massive chandelier earrings, Marni giant earrings, Louis Vuitton with unusual tribal hoops, Ralph Lauren in ethnic style. My personal favourite was Ralph Lauren.

Even celebrities are donning this trend, love Hilary Duff's Swarovski earrings. Continue reading to check the pictures and details.

Ralph Lauren (left) and Zac Posen (right)

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Vivienne Westwood (left) and Lanvin (right)

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The spring collections are leaning more towards monochrome and simple silhouettes, which allow for more freedom to play with jewellery.

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Spring’s Earrings are even conspicuous and intimidating.

Big and chunky earrings can take the simplest dress and make it outstanding for the party or afternoon out. And this Spring, in the gloomy economic scenario, instead of splurging on dresses get some oversized, chunky earrings to updo your look (certainly not the ones above, they're scary).

Its important to remember that the more outlandishly kitsch the earrings, the more severe, stark and modern your ensemble must be.

And don’t be tempted to match-up with an impressive necklace – the earrings now stand alone. But if temptation calls, chunky cuffs and cocktail ring are far better partners.

Look to those who wear earrings well – Rihanna, Beyonce and Kate Moss.

I also like Hilary Duff's statement earrings, check few of them below.

Hilary Duff

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I particularly like the Swarovski earrings Hilary wore (left) at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2009 - Heart Truth's Red Dress Collection Fashion Show. The sophisticated rhodium-plated clip earrings have exclusive new Land-cut Volcano and clear crystals. Reflecting shades from violet to pink, the earrings have a classy sheen. You can buy a different colour of the same Swarovski earrings for $170, click here to view and buy.

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Choosing Earrings to Suit Your Face Shape and Body Type

If you are petite linear graphic styles will suit you best – steer clear of anything overpowering. Proportion is paramount. Taller girls can afford to play with bigger more fantasised styles.

Choose metal with care – yellow gold suits for olive skin and rose gold for pale or pink complexion, while platinum and white are fit for all. Diamonds and Pearls looks good on everyone. When it comes to wearing colourful earrings, choose what suits you best because earrings, more than anything else you wear, reflect light to your face.

Your face shape would also make a difference on your pick.

- Choose long, lean and angular curved lines if you have a round-shaped face. Square, rectangular and oblong earrings are also options.

Penelope Cruz - round face

- If you have oval shaped face, you can get away with all the styles. You can easily wear Spring's huge chunky hoops trend. However steer clear from incredibly long shapes as they will pull you down.

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Angelina Jolie - oval face

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- Heart-shaped face can wear this Spring Earrings trend the best. The bigger chunkier earrings look great on this shape, from chandeliers, triangle to pyramid you can carry everything easily. Just avoid heart-shaped earrings or anything that tapers as they descend.

- Earrings with a round and angular edge will flatter square shaped face as they will soften your square shape. Hoops and multi-tiered dangling earrings will look amazing.

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Paris Hilton - square face

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Smart Tips

- You can add splash of colour to liven up your everyday outfit and this is also one of the great jewellery trend of the season. Plus, it's an affordable way of reviving an old outfit. Angelina Jolie (above) added a dash of colour to her black gown by wearing it with green emerald earrings, making her earrings an interesting part of her outfit with an edge.

- On a bad hair day, a slick pony and oversize earrings will seem fresh and updo your look.

Just remember this season the bigger, the better - just be sure to scrape back hair or style it into an (equally sizeable) quiff to get the full effect (tip from Vogue). For Spring 2009, the best bet would be ethnic style oversized earrings.

.

Related Posts:

Earrings - your fashion statement

Trend Watch - Electric Blue

50s is the Inspiration

Handbags for Spring/Summer 2009

.

Spring Earrings

Earrings are back for Spring and their bigger is better attitude demands a whole new dress code.

.

Designers, in their Spring 2009 Collections, massively flaunted oversized earrings - Zac Posen with his massive chandelier earrings, Marni giant earrings, Louis Vuitton with unusual tribal hoops, Ralph Lauren in ethnic style. My personal favourite was Ralph Lauren.

Even celebrities are donning this trend, love Hilary Duff's Swarovski earrings. Continue reading to check the pictures and details.

Ralph Lauren (left) and Zac Posen (right)

.

Vivienne Westwood (left) and Lanvin (right)

.

The spring collections are leaning more towards monochrome and simple silhouettes, which allow for more freedom to play with jewellery.

.

Spring’s Earrings are even conspicuous and intimidating.

Big and chunky earrings can take the simplest dress and make it outstanding for the party or afternoon out. And this Spring, in the gloomy economic scenario, instead of splurging on dresses get some oversized, chunky earrings to updo your look (certainly not the ones above, they're scary).

Its important to remember that the more outlandishly kitsch the earrings, the more severe, stark and modern your ensemble must be.

And don’t be tempted to match-up with an impressive necklace – the earrings now stand alone. But if temptation calls, chunky cuffs and cocktail ring are far better partners.

Look to those who wear earrings well – Rihanna, Beyonce and Kate Moss.

I also like Hilary Duff's statement earrings, check few of them below.

Hilary Duff

.

I particularly like the Swarovski earrings Hilary wore (left) at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2009 - Heart Truth's Red Dress Collection Fashion Show. The sophisticated rhodium-plated clip earrings have exclusive new Land-cut Volcano and clear crystals. Reflecting shades from violet to pink, the earrings have a classy sheen. You can buy a different colour of the same Swarovski earrings for $170, click here to view and buy.

.
Choosing Earrings to Suit Your Face Shape and Body Type

If you are petite linear graphic styles will suit you best – steer clear of anything overpowering. Proportion is paramount. Taller girls can afford to play with bigger more fantasised styles.

Choose metal with care – yellow gold suits for olive skin and rose gold for pale or pink complexion, while platinum and white are fit for all. Diamonds and Pearls looks good on everyone. When it comes to wearing colourful earrings, choose what suits you best because earrings, more than anything else you wear, reflect light to your face.

Your face shape would also make a difference on your pick.

- Choose long, lean and angular curved lines if you have a round-shaped face. Square, rectangular and oblong earrings are also options.

Penelope Cruz - round face

- If you have oval shaped face, you can get away with all the styles. You can easily wear Spring's huge chunky hoops trend. However steer clear from incredibly long shapes as they will pull you down.

.

Angelina Jolie - oval face

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- Heart-shaped face can wear this Spring Earrings trend the best. The bigger chunkier earrings look great on this shape, from chandeliers, triangle to pyramid you can carry everything easily. Just avoid heart-shaped earrings or anything that tapers as they descend.

- Earrings with a round and angular edge will flatter square shaped face as they will soften your square shape. Hoops and multi-tiered dangling earrings will look amazing.

.

Paris Hilton - square face

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Smart Tips

- You can add splash of colour to liven up your everyday outfit and this is also one of the great jewellery trend of the season. Plus, it's an affordable way of reviving an old outfit. Angelina Jolie (above) added a dash of colour to her black gown by wearing it with green emerald earrings, making her earrings an interesting part of her outfit with an edge.

- On a bad hair day, a slick pony and oversize earrings will seem fresh and updo your look.

Just remember this season the bigger, the better - just be sure to scrape back hair or style it into an (equally sizeable) quiff to get the full effect (tip from Vogue). For Spring 2009, the best bet would be ethnic style oversized earrings.

.

Related Posts:

Earrings - your fashion statement

Trend Watch - Electric Blue

50s is the Inspiration

Handbags for Spring/Summer 2009

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Get Dotty - Dots are Hot this Season

DOTS and spots are a BIG TREND for Spring 2009.

A flurry of dots would be seen in stores come spring.

Polka dots are classic, but this season's dots have been given a fresh twist and this modern interpretation is very stylish and chic. This Spring, you would see varied twisted versions of polka dots for a fresh and trendy look.
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House of Holland Spring 2009 Collection - presenting bold dots

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In their Spring 2009 Collections designers added their artistic hues to the spots in their runway collections. The traditional black and white spots were mixed with multi-colored dots - there were cheery retro circles of all sizes at Michael Kors, floaty colourful psychedelic patterns at Jaeger, Marni’s Consuelo Castiglioni turned the pattern into lace skirts, House of Holland gave an interesting twist with large, gaping polka dots in rank and file printed on or cut out on the entire jean, and Giles Deacon offered smudged spots on shift dresses.

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Get a dotted dress (they look delicious), cardigan, skirt or a blouse. For a simpler version, a dotted vest (in polka dot) can also make a style statement. Click here to buy polka dot dresses (USA).

Not to forget, polka dot lingerie. They would be fun and sexy.

And hey, all the fun is not just for the girls.

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Spring 2009 has brought polka dots for men too.

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A classic short sleeve shirt is freshened up with polka dot print in the Michael Kors Spring 2009 Collection (left).

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So guys, match your dotted shirt with your girl's dress, or just wear one to find a match!!!!

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Polka dress too loud for you? Try Accessories

Keep things cool with simple accessories. You could also slip into some polka dotted accessories to give a neutral outfit a pop.

- A polka-dotted scarf is a timeless way to work this trend into your ensemble.
- Polka Dot Bag can cheer up your dull outfit or add a zing to your look.
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1. Philip Lim Bag, $895 - click here to buy
2. Nine West Polka Slingback Shoes, £59 - click here to buy
3. John Lewis Scarf in Aqua, £10 - click here to buy
4. Miss Selfridge Polka Dot Rose Headband, £8 - click here to buy

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Update: 13th Feb 2009

Thanks Katherine for reminding. I had been thinking of adding some celebrity pictures wearing dots.

Demi Moore at the 59th Berlin International Film Festival

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Demi Moore wore a strapless navy and white polka dot Micheal Kors Spring 2009 dress with red pumps at the Berlin International Film Festival. Because polka dots are bold and already make a statement, you should be careful in your accessory choice. Demi looks stylish with simple and minimal accessory. This classic and clean look suits her completely.

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Update: 26th March 2009

We knew that dots would be a big trend in Spring/Summer, but looks like this trend would be popular even after Summer 2009. Dots were seen in the Gucci Fall 2009 and Valentin Yudashkin Winter 2009/2010 Collection. Love Black Dots on a Blue dress from the Gucci Collection below.

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So girls what you are waiting for? Get Dotty Dress, top or accessory. Your dots will be popular in summers as well as coming Winter.

Related Posts:
Trend Watch - Oversized Clutches
.

Get Dotty - Dots are Hot this Season

DOTS and spots are a BIG TREND for Spring 2009.

A flurry of dots would be seen in stores come spring.

Polka dots are classic, but this season's dots have been given a fresh twist and this modern interpretation is very stylish and chic. This Spring, you would see varied twisted versions of polka dots for a fresh and trendy look.
.

House of Holland Spring 2009 Collection - presenting bold dots

.
In their Spring 2009 Collections designers added their artistic hues to the spots in their runway collections. The traditional black and white spots were mixed with multi-colored dots - there were cheery retro circles of all sizes at Michael Kors, floaty colourful psychedelic patterns at Jaeger, Marni’s Consuelo Castiglioni turned the pattern into lace skirts, House of Holland gave an interesting twist with large, gaping polka dots in rank and file printed on or cut out on the entire jean, and Giles Deacon offered smudged spots on shift dresses.

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Get a dotted dress (they look delicious), cardigan, skirt or a blouse. For a simpler version, a dotted vest (in polka dot) can also make a style statement. Click here to buy polka dot dresses (USA).

Not to forget, polka dot lingerie. They would be fun and sexy.

And hey, all the fun is not just for the girls.

.

Spring 2009 has brought polka dots for men too.

.

A classic short sleeve shirt is freshened up with polka dot print in the Michael Kors Spring 2009 Collection (left).

.

So guys, match your dotted shirt with your girl's dress, or just wear one to find a match!!!!

.

Polka dress too loud for you? Try Accessories

Keep things cool with simple accessories. You could also slip into some polka dotted accessories to give a neutral outfit a pop.

- A polka-dotted scarf is a timeless way to work this trend into your ensemble.
- Polka Dot Bag can cheer up your dull outfit or add a zing to your look.
.

.
1. Philip Lim Bag, $895 - click here to buy
2. Nine West Polka Slingback Shoes, £59 - click here to buy
3. John Lewis Scarf in Aqua, £10 - click here to buy
4. Miss Selfridge Polka Dot Rose Headband, £8 - click here to buy

.

Update: 13th Feb 2009

Thanks Katherine for reminding. I had been thinking of adding some celebrity pictures wearing dots.

Demi Moore at the 59th Berlin International Film Festival

Source

Demi Moore wore a strapless navy and white polka dot Micheal Kors Spring 2009 dress with red pumps at the Berlin International Film Festival. Because polka dots are bold and already make a statement, you should be careful in your accessory choice. Demi looks stylish with simple and minimal accessory. This classic and clean look suits her completely.

.

Update: 26th March 2009

We knew that dots would be a big trend in Spring/Summer, but looks like this trend would be popular even after Summer 2009. Dots were seen in the Gucci Fall 2009 and Valentin Yudashkin Winter 2009/2010 Collection. Love Black Dots on a Blue dress from the Gucci Collection below.

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So girls what you are waiting for? Get Dotty Dress, top or accessory. Your dots will be popular in summers as well as coming Winter.

Related Posts:
Trend Watch - Oversized Clutches
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