Happy New Year Lovelies!

I’m so excited about this new beauty trend! It was all over the runways for Spring 2011 and it is going to be HOT!!!

First off, it still looks like you can keep the hot rollers and flat irons in storage. The messy, easy hair styles are still going strong,  But now the focus is definitely on the EYES -and it’s all about blasts of VIVID COLORS! Such an exciting change in makeup!

Check out the hotness:

Coral Eye Shadow at Derek Lam Spring 2011 Runway

The coolest thing about this look is, it’s actually so easy to achieve!

Applying multiple colors of eyeshadows has always been tricky – one color in the corner, another under the brow, another in the crease, and yet another along lash line WHEW!!  Luckily in 2011 all you need is ONE COLOR– either with a thin sweep just above lash line or covering the entire lid and even under eyes (This is good news for those of us who are always in a hurry or not so handy with the makeup brushes.)

Model backstage at Carolina Herrera Show

I LOVE this color from the Carolina Herrera show because I think it could look good on all skin tones. It’s spicy – like cinnamon colored. *You can achieve this look simply by swiping lipstick over your lids!

Etro Spring 2011

It was all about lavender at  Etro!
Notice how they created a “smoky” look by sweeping color all over the lid and even under eyes. Perfect for evening!

If you’re feeling really bold, try out these major colors shown at Dior Spring 2011!

These colors are so fun and playful. I can’t wait to try them all. (Although I doubt I can pull it off with bright lipstick like the models from Dior.)

I’m DYING over this canary yellow shown at Peter Som’s show!!!  Even though it’s such a bright color, being paired with the light pink lip actually gives it somewhat of a demure look. Genius!

Don’t think you can pull off color?? Don’t forget, in makeup black is a color too! (and who doesn’t look good in black?)

CHANEL
Chanel models are wearing Chanel’s new Quadra Eye Shadow in Regard Perle that will be out in March!

Quick tricks for using color:

• To get the perfect color, try mixing two together for the perfect shade!
• Besides eyeshadows, you can also use lipstick and colored eyeliner!
• Pair bright colored eyes with soft, dewy skin and neutral lips for the perfect combination of soft and bold!
• If the bright colors scare you, maybe start out by just trying on more subtle shades like soft  gold, amber or burgundy. Lovely
• Easily create a smokey look by sweeping shadow under lower lash line!

Ok my beauty addicts. Unfortunately I threw out all my bright colors years ago, so I gotta go grab some so I can rock this look! (Hope you do the same!)

And don’t forget to check back often for more goodies!

Peace, Love and Sexiness!
Angie O

Smiling is a great way to brighten your day, but it also has many benefits you might not know about! Not only does smiling make you look younger and more attractive, it also makes you feel better! – A smile a day keeps the doctor away?

Here are 7 great reasons  to put a smile on your face!

1.  Smiling actually makes you happy!  You might think that people smile because they are happy, but it can actually be the other way around! 'Simply using the same muscles as smiling will put you in a happier mood,' explains Dr Michael Lewis, psychologist at Cardiff University. 'That’s because use of those muscles is part of how the brain evaluates mood.'  . So if you aren’t feeling happy, skip the anti-depressants and just smile!

2.  Smiling makes you look younger!  Smiling is associated with youth, so put on a smile to get back that glow of childhood happiness! A British study found that men rated smiling women younger than frowning ones- even if those who frowned were actually younger! The reason: Smiling is psychologically associated with joy, vitality, and youth.  Smile- it’s like an instant face lift!  

3.  Smiling helps you live longer! Various studies conducted over the years have shown that smiling and laughter can lower blood pressure, reduce heart-attack risk and can boost the functioning of the immune system making happy people outlive the unhappy ones.  Could there be a less expensive medicine than this?

4.  Smiling Relieves Stress!  Smiling and laughter help to promote the release of a "feel good" group of hormones called endorphins. These are the same group of hormones responsible for the runners high you hear so much about. If you don't have time to get to the gym for a hard run, try adding a smile and a bit of laughter to boost these natural, stress relieving hormones.

5.  Smiling is contagious!  When you smile at a stranger you not only boost your own health and beauty, you also send a positive message that can potentially change someone else's mood for the better. The stranger you graced with your smile may go on to pass the kindness to someone else. Who knows how far your original smile will travel? Spread the love!

6.  Smiling makes you more successful!  Happy people (people who smile) think and behave in a way that is more likely to be successful. Research studios find that happy workers enjoy multiple advantages over their less happy peers. The list is impressive! For example, happy people are more likely to secure job interviews, show superior performance and productivity, and be evaluated positively by their superiors!

7.  Smiling is attractive!  Attraction can be as much about your projection of yourself as it is about looks. Having a makeup artist and wind machine on permanent standby isn't realistic, but a smile can completely transform your look, and someone's perception of you!  We are attracted to smiley people.  A national survey from the American Dental Association found the smile outranked eyes, hair, and the body as the most attractive physical feature.

MAKE THAT SMILE BRIGHTER!

To make your smile even brighter, grab a box of teeth whitening strips from your drugstore! These babies, when used consistantly can whiten as much as expensive teeth whitening from the dentist! Now, that's something to smile about!

Crest 3D Whitening Strips

All right my happy beauties, so when you’re getting ready for that hot date or that important job interview, don’t forget your most important secret beauty weapon…your smile!

Peace, Love, and Sexiness

Angie O