2009 Spring Makeup Trends

Apr 13, 2009 by cluelessfashionista

Hello there Clueless Fashionistas!

While I’ve been doing a lot of talking about current clothing trends, I realized that there are some cool makeup trends going on right now. I know that makeup can be a sticky subject for us Clueless Fashionistas. Either you don’t have time to wear any or you go without or you found a look that works and you stick with it, regardless of when you first wore the look! Then there are those of you that fall somewhere in between those extremes. Well I’m here to help with not only a list of makeup trends for spring 2009, but I will follow up with a “How do I wear that trend” series that explains how to incorporate the different makeup trends. I’m excited because the spring makeup trends are all about a natural, easy look. I think you will enjoy learning how to do these looks as well. If there is a trend you don’t see on this list, please send me a message. If it’s a trend you want to participate in, let me know and I will add it to the list and create a post about it.

Spring 2009 Makeup Trends

1. Soft eyebrows
2. Violet eyeliner
3. Glowing skin
4. Soft blush
5. Nude and pale lip color
6. Soft, smokey eye
7. Lilac eyeshadow
8. Bright eyeshadow
9. Thick, long eyelashes
10. Bold, red lips

So there you have it, 10 makeup trends for spring 2009. Stay tuned for the separate post about each one. I also hope to include a video showing how to do each look. Overall the idea for this spring/summer is softness and simplicity.

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Shopping tips…Spring/Summer Capsule Wardrobe from labellush.com

Apr 5, 2009 by cluelessfashionista

The wonderful folks over at the website, labellush.com have put together a list of the must have items for your spring/summer wardrobe.  It is a great list that’s easy to take and use and if you  don’t have all of these items in your closet, you can browse the labellush.com website and start picking them up.

1.  White t-shirt

2. Camisole

3. Collared shirt

4. Cotton shorts

5. Khaki pants

There are 11 more items.  For the full list, visit http://www.labellush.com/spring-summer-capsule-wardrobe-16-key-pieces-every-girl-should-have.html and then take some time to get started on the list by browsing around.  They have the cutest designer clothes and accessories for very reduced prices.  Happy shopping!

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How do I wear that trend…shift dresses

Apr 2, 2009 by cluelessfashionista

Our new first lady is quite popular and her conservative but polished style has become quite the rage on the fashion blogs and in fashion news.  One classic piece that she made popular once again was the shift dress.  For those of you who aren’t familiar with a shift dress, here’s a picture.  I’m sure once you see it you will know exactly what it is.  You just may not know that it is called a shift dress.

So now that you know what a shift dress is, you should get excited!  Shift dresses are wonderful creations because they are so simple but they can make you look instantly polished and well put together.  All you have to do is put on a nice shift dress with some simple jewelry and voila, you look great!  I have and always will be a fan of the shift dress.  Plus, they’re great classic pieces that can be worn from season to season, year after year.  They’re one of those great pieces that never go out of style.

So for you clueless fashionistas that aren’t very daring, this is a great piece to incorporate into your wardrobe.  In fact, you can have more than one shift dress in a variety of colors.  You can wear a shift dress with a jacket or without one.  You can wear it with large, funky jewelry or you can wear it with a simple set of pearls.  So go out and get your shift dress.  And if you visit the web address under the image, you will see a page full of different types of shift dresses.  It’s a great reference if you’re not sure what direction you want to take your shift dress search in.  Happy shopping!

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How do I wear that trend…pearls

Mar 20, 2009 by cluelessfashionista

Happy first day of Spring!

It’s lovely here in Atlanta and I’m enjoying the mild temperatures.  In recent months, pearls have made a resurgence along with all other types of fabulous accessories.  While pearls are indeed a classic and never truly go out of style, they are sometimes related to the necks and ears of very conservative ladies.  Now that accessories are becoming bigger and better with things like cocktail rings and statement jewelry, pearls are getting their just desserts as well.

However, if you want to take part in the pearl trend, you don’t necessarily have to do it with big pearl earrings or necklaces.  You can still put on a pair of classic, small pearls and look very lovely.  Besides, have you ever noticed how the addition of pearls to an outfit can make it go from plain to classic?

Don’t underestimate the power of the pearl!

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Shopping Tips-Shop It To Me

Mar 18, 2009 by cluelessfashionista

Yes, budgets are tighter.  Yes, the economy is going through some changes.  However that doesn’t mean we have to stop shopping.  There are some resources available to us out there that will help keep the shopping budget manageable.  A great resource is through a company called Shop It To Me.  When you go to the website and sign up, you can select your favorite designers and receive a daily or weekly email called Salemail featuring the items that are on sale that day or week.  Plus, they just introduced a new feature called Sale Spot where you can view all of your sale items in addition to the ones in your Salemail.  In essence, Shop It To Me is your own personal bargain shopper.  I don’t know about you but I enjoy the thought of having my own personal band of shopping elves out there scouring the net for deals on the brands and shops that I enjoy visiting.  Here is an invite so you can become a member of Shop It To Me.  It’s free to join and they won’t email you beyond what you request when you sign up.

I enjoy every SaleMail that I receive from Shop It To Me even when I’m not doing any shopping.  Sometimes the deals are so great, I end up buying something anyway (naughty shopping is good shopping when it’s sale shopping!).

Happy Shopping!

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