Elegant Spring Hair

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Elegance takes center stage this spring with a bit of help from our friends across the pond, William and Kate, as they prepare for their upcoming nuptials.  Ladylike hair and makeup dotted the spring runways and now translate into doable do's for us commoners.  Creating an effortless look is still the goal, but messy hair is no longer de rigueur.  The look is polished and sophisticated. Lovely updo's and braids are pinned and held in place with a wide variety of hair accessories ranging from oversized barrettes to twisted bobby bins.

Closet Rapture 2011

Closet Rapture 2011

There is a beautiful simplicity to some of the looks from the runway shows that are fairly easy to translate at home and do them yourself.  Use a volumizing spray to create texture and blow dry your hair to maximize wave.  Starting at the crown of your head, twist small sections of hair, temporarily pinning them as you go.  Sweep all sections of hair in a loose bun or chignon and hold in place with some hairspray.  Remove the pins when hair is set.

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Hair accessories look like works of art, and there is a price point for everyone...If you have long locks go for one of these asymetrical modern looks:

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Cynthia Rowley spring '11 image courtesy of Wella; Urban Outfitters Oversized Turquoise barrette, $19, available at Urban Outfitters; Carolina Herrera spring '11 image courtesy of Moroccanoil. 

Braids are showing up everywhere this season.  The looks range from loosely braided long locks to tightly coifed braided updo's.  If you are going to experiment with the look, go for something that is age appropriate.

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The one thing that all of these looks have in common is that hair is completely swept off the face and neat.  It leads one to ponder the concept of a flawless impeccable look for skin and makeup... we'll be talking about fresh spring makeup tomorrow.  Until then, a little royal wave coming your way!

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Spring is in the Air!

Farewell Dreary Winter!!  Let us at some ritualistic springtime pleasures like planting our gardens, watching the songbirds frolic outside our windows, and those daffodils that you can absolutely count on to push up through the earth this time of year..... Our hearts and souls awaken with lightness as we peel away those heavy layers of winter's cold and darkness.  There is an orchestrated flurry to this time of year as our calendars begin to fill with the spring rites of passage....Easter Brunch and egg hunts, Mother's Day tea, Graduation parties galore, Wedding invitations, spring fundraising events....

Spring gives us countless opportunities for renewal and refreshing our look, our routines, and our wardrobes.  As we transition from being very covered up to party dresses and strappy sandals, we realize how much opportunity there is for some change and improvements.  For example, look down at those feet right now...are those feet ready for their debut?  They have been hidden away in socks, slippers, and boots...It's time to treat yourself to a little pedi- whether it's a DIY job or a trip to the salon.  The array of colors available are as diverse as the spectrum of easter egg colors!

Shall we sing along.... "Tiptoe through the Tulips"

OPI Nailcolor

Our go-to nail color is currently OPI Over The Taupe:

OPI Nailcolor

But perhaps, in celebration of Spring and the possibilities She brings, we just may try a little metallic green.  You just have to love the sassy name..."Leaf Him at the Altar"

Sephora by OPI - Leaf Him at the Altar

Can't you just picture this with a gorgeous pink dress......SO Spring!

Our "Get Ready for Spring Series" continues tomorrow...until then!