Archive for May, 2011
The Best Wedding Fashion Trends of 2011
Every year there are distinctive trends in wedding fashion and beauty, especially for gowns, custom bridal jewelry, and wedding hairstyles. This year, there are some fantastic trends which any bride can easily adapt to her wedding. Take a look at the best wedding fashion trends of 2011.
Simple But Elegant Wedding Gowns. After many seasons of asymmetry, ruching, ruffles, and outrageously bold embellishments, there is a small trend afoot back towards more simple bridal gowns. These new gowns are symmetrical, made from beautiful silk, and feature perhaps one signature detail like a bow at the waist. It is like a breath of fresh air to step back from gowns which have been increasingly busier in their cuts, silhouettes, and details in recent seasons. While the simple gowns are still outnumbered by the busy ones, they are a lovely new direction. Choose a pared down gown and have fun putting your personal stamp on it with your choice of veil and custom bridal jewelry.
The Return of Sequins. If you are not ready to embrace the simple but elegant trend, you might love the gowns which feature tons of sequins. Sequins have been out of style for so long that they actually feel new and exciting. Designers are using them to create all-over shimmer on head to toe sequined gowns, and also as accents on skirts or bodices. This is a trend that looks to have legs well into 2011 and beyond, judging by the popularity of sequined evening gowns on the celebrities on the red carpet recently.
Polished Wedding Hairstyles. There was a definitive shift away from beachy bridal hair late in 2010, and that trend will continue for 2011. The more polished hairstyles are a better match for the ladylike 1950s inspired bridal gowns, as well as for the new simple but elegant dresses. Try a low bun or chignon with an interesting twist to capture this bridal beauty trend perfectly. If your wedding gown is more dramatic or cutting edge, position the bun to one side and adorn it with a spray of white feathers. Brides who prefer classic elegance should opt for a symmetrical hairstyle, adorned with a jeweled headband, hairpins, or even a tiny tiara (yep, tiaras are also coming back!). Read the rest of this entry »
Makeup and Beauty Trends for Spring and Summer 2011
Fashion weeks are held semi-annually in all major fashion capitals. From January to April, designers show their autumn/winter collections and from September to November spring/summer collections are showcased. Fashion weeks are held well in advance to allow a chance to press and buyers to preview fashion trends for upcoming season.
Various fashion trends have been set for upcoming Spring/Summer 2011 season. Top Italian designer houses like Giorgio Armani, Prada and Gucci have revealed their spring-summer masterpieces along with latest makeup and beauty trends. Upcoming spring/summer 2011 season offers top beauty trends inspirations. Some of the major makeup and beauty trends are given below.
Bright Lips:
Models that strutted down Spring/Summer 2011 runways were popped up with coral, pink and red lips. From matte through glossy finishes, no doubts bright lips are clearly must-haves for upcoming season. Continued from winter 2010, bright colors like orange-red will be defining fashion for spring 2011 season as well. Bright lips will be a symbol for bold and beautiful flaunting sensuality.
Hippie Hair:
This season, retro hairstyle will be IN. It’s easy to create and manage this look. Long flowing natural waves, the reminiscent of 1960s and 1970s, trailed down the runways of spring-summer 2011. To recreate matte waves, makeup artists used generous amount of gel. For 2011 spring-summer, messier the hairs will be, better they will look. Read the rest of this entry »
Designer Fashion Trends – Fall, Winter 2011 Must Have Colors
Now that summer is almost over the fashion world has already transitioned into the fall/winter season. One of the first things that buyers, magazine editors, and other fashion insiders always notice during runway shows is the use of color. More importantly, which colors are in and which ones are out?
How to Choose the Right Hue
One of the main color trends for the autumn/winter 2011 season is the use of actual color. Blacks and grays reigned supreme in previous years but this time, bright hues are being used and it isn’t even spring! Look for combinations of red, green, and yellow paired with neutral tones so the color really pops. For example, Anna Sui used shades of dark green and dark red but paired them with natural colors in order to add balance.
Camel is another color which is getting a lot of love this season because it’s neutral yet it comes in so many different and versatile shades (which is always a style plus). Camel can be hard to wear head to toe so don’t be afraid to add punches of other fall colors such as copper and mahogany, as well. The runways of Chloe illustrated this with long, camel-colored coats and hazel pants. Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, and Prada also demonstrated this trend beautifully.
The military trend has always been quite popular but this season, military hues (navy, khaki, and green) will be found all over the place. Also be on the lookout for military-style clothing to be paired with sexy accessories which add flair. Burberry Prorsum displayed this trend by combining strong, navy military blazers with sexy over-the-knee boots.