Lighting doesn’t just make or break a photo—it can change the way your makeup looks, too. There’s a reason why makeup artists do stage makeup differently than they do ones for photoshoots, because certain techniques and products look best under specific lighting conditions. Theater makeup, for example, requires heavier application because stage lights tend to wash out practically half of the performer’s glam—it might not look the most natural up close and under regular sunlight, but it does look flattering on stage and even helps the actor convey emotions better. [continue reading…]
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Mom jeans used to be frowned upon, and those who wore them were teased to no end. But with nostalgia being the creative trend that has gone globally viral, the new found love for mom jeans has risen and has caused the demise of skinny jeans. Mom jeans are the comfiest pairs of pants next to joggers and who doesn’t like to feel at home? Dress them up or dress them down, either way you’ll look like one of the coolest kids on the block. [continue reading…]
To be absolutely happy with your final look on your wedding day, your lip color—just like your dress—should be the best reflection of your personality. No makeup product hits the right notes quite like lipstick, so it’s crucial that the shade should look like it was made just for you. [continue reading…]
In the tropics, summer trends inspire our everyday sartorial choices. We even wear them on not-so-hot days with just a few creative styling tweaks. Below, we have a list on how you can wear your fave summer trends all year round. Check it out: [continue reading…]
We’ve all been there: your hair’s due for a wash but you’re running too late to stop and style, thus resorting to either two frumpy solutions: tying your dripping hair up (hello, breakage!), or worse, stepping out with your hair sopping. First of all, never tie your wet hair up with an elastic; it bends your hair in ways that are painful for your fragile, freshly-washed strands and is a major cause for breakage and hairfall. Not necessarily a headache, like we were told by our grandmas, but most likely a cause of! [continue reading…]
Of all things ’90s, our favorite closet hero from the nostalgic years has got to be the slip dress. It’s everything we want in a garment after all: comfy, sultry, and universally flattering. But just how did this loungewear earn its place beyond the boudoir? Find out below and scroll down further to discover how you can maximize its sartorial potential. [continue reading…]
While you’ve probably dreamed about trying a chic, trendy hairdo or a vibrant dye job, chances are you’ve backed out for fear of looking bad or being judged by others. You can stand up for your own personal definition of beauty—no matter what others (and the critic in you) might think. If you’re feeling inspired to change up your cut and color, here are five hairstyles for you to try on your next trip to the salon: [continue reading…]
If you want to drastically change your hairstyle without having to chop major inches off of it, we have one word for you: bangs! By adding a well-cut fringe, you can instantly change your look and retain your favorite hair length. So go ahead and get a banging (pun intended) ‘do whether you have straight, wavy, or curly hair! To see which style you can go for, keep scrolling for our mini guide: [continue reading…]
Office OOTDs usually have a bad reputation for being boring, but they definitely don’t have to be that way. You can easily inject your personal style into your wardrobe with a few smart and timeless pieces. Below, we list down seven things you need to further bring out your inner power woman at the office. [continue reading…]
There are some trends that we want to bury six feet underground so they never see the light of day again. And then there are those timeless pieces that really do stand the test of time. From chambray shirts to mod-style shifts, we look back on some of the hottest trends in 2009, which we think can still work today. [continue reading…]
