Not since Brangelina got together has there been such a great combination. Because this season’s hot new couple is a woman’s two favourite pick me ups: Make up and Accessories. But it comes with a warning; after too many spring afternoon drinks, you may be in danger of applying a dash of handbag, or smidgen of scarf to your face.
With handbags and shoes in nudes, bronzes and beige there is a direct reference to the world of make up. To make the most of it why not accessorize your daywear printed spring dress, with a blushed brown bag, or that perfect foundation colour nude shoe. Unlike the glitz of overly studded black bags from last season, this season is about being quieter and prettier. Think of yourself as a Jane Austin novel.
Then there are the lipstick pink shoes, hairpieces, bags and purses that put a whole new meaning to ‘purse’ your lips. Fairy floss pink bows will add a feminine edge to a simple daytime outfit. And you can un-bland an evening outfit by adding a dash of make-up colour; try a pair of pink heels or handbag or belt with an autumnal brown printed dress or simple beige shift dress.
For a more subtle approach tip your hat to the trend with blushed pink earrings or a dusty pink scarf. Remember the key to this look is adding colour in a classy understated way, simple splashes to nude palates or vice versa.
Fashion tip: Use this trend to colour balance your outfit. If you are wearing an autumnal dress, in browns and beige add a dash of blushed pink. Alternatively if you are loud and proud, tone it down with a nude or brown accessory. Do not wear Lipstick pink dresses, with Blinding pink shoes. The look is a dash of colour not Dame Edna’s cast off make up wipe!
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