Spring Summer Trends 2012 ~

Spring Summer Trends 2012

Summers are almost here and this time It has arrived with a splash of colours Big time.
Summers screams colours as well as comfort, so be it fashion or makeup or hairstyles, keeping it minimalistic, colourful, yet simple is the sure shot way to enjoy even in the summer heat.

This blog post in a joint collaboration by VivaciousFlair and CookDoKoo


Namita from www.vivaciousflair.blogspot.in ~  is covering the Makeup and Hairstyle trends spring-summer 2012 

&


Kannu from www.CookDoKoo.blogspot.in ~ is covering the Fashion trends this spring-summer 2012

Lets talk Fashion ,,
In Kannu's words :)


Spring Summer Trends 2012
                                             
1- Floral prints

 Floral prints are very prominent this season. However one can adapt them as per the body type , for instance if you are on heavier side then you can opt for small/medium prints & skinny girls can flaunt big floral print
                           
                       
                     

2- Longer length

The biggest trend this summer is longer length that includes longer length skirts and long maxi dresses. Make it large this season pull out your long outfits!

3- Color blocking-

 One of the most now trend this season is color blocking.Play with bold colors to create unique looks.
                   

4-Rompers- Rompers still continue to be a hit this season. Not only are they comfortable but also look very stylish and chic !

5-Orange- Orange/Tangerine is the colour of the season, so indulge yourself with the trendy colour this season!

6-Leggings-

Leggings are still hot this season. You can opt for solids , printed or textured ones. Woman of all ages follow this trend.

7-Choker Necklace-This is a trend that we haven’t seen emerging in recent times but this season this is hot ! Team it with a simple look and look glamorous
         

8-Peter Pan Collar- One of the emerging trend this season is Peter Pan collar, they look cute and feminine.
                                                               
           

9- Cuff bracelet-T hese pieces make for a great base with which to pair colorful exotic-inspired jewelry. From chunky cuffs to natural cut stones, there's something for everyone .
 

10- Crochet/lace detailing -Lace is a big trend for this spring and summer. Once only reserved for wedding dresses or formal wear, lace is showing up everywhere. Designers are adding lace to not only sporty shoes and handbags, but to everyday wear such as blouses, skirts, and dresses.

Now come my turn to show what trends are going to be all over the Makeup , Beauty & Hairstyle world for the spring-summer 2012.


 Makeup and Hairstyles that are going to be a trend this year as well as practical are :


1. Go for minimalistic yet colourful eye makeup

Using three different shades and blending them to create one is good for autumn and winters, where they are not going to melt down your eyes and create a mess. For summers and spring go for a single eye colour and blend well. It looks cute, save time plus you don’t have to worry for different shades creating a mess of their own.

2. Orange-sun kissed look is back

 
Take out all of your peachy orange blushes and make your cheeks look oh-so-pretty. Pinks and shimmers are more of night time .
Don’t go for heavily bronzed cheeks, a light swipe is all you need to have a health glow or if you want a light fake tan.


3. Go for light makeup base 

Heavily caked face or a full coverage foundation are not your best friends in summer, they will melt down and make your skin look bad. Also due to heat your facial skin perspires more, so a heavy layer of foundation will block the pores and you may have to face some ugly pimples on your pretty face.
A light makeup base, used with a foundation sponge is good for you when you want to look slightly dressed up. Although my suggestion will be to go for Tinted Moisturisers.
Tip for summers: Mix one drop of light coverage foundation with a thin liquidy face moisturizer and dab it on your face and blend with your fingers. Gives little coverage and lets your skin breathe.


4. Corals/Baby pinks/Muted Browns to rule the lips

Skip lip glosses, this is one thing that irritates the most in summer heat; Go for lip tints and clear lip balms.


5. Chuck Black ~ Go for Browns, purple, green, blue and yellow!!

Black eyeliner that too heavily applied does not scream summer at all.
All you need is colourful liners, looks super good and cheery 
                                   
                                 
Let’s come to hairstyles now.


Summer is all for bouncy wavy soft curly hair this year

1. Stay away from your styling equipments

Keep them aside for special occasions, rest of the time enjoy the natural style of your hair, a bit wavy, light curls are super in this season. Just remember to accentuate your hair with cute pins and bands.

2. Say hello to new type of side braids
                                       

                                     

Side braids ruled the entire last year and yes it is going to reign this year also, but with slight variations.
Instead of side braids, side braided buns are going to be popular. Honestly speaking nothing is more cuter than a side braided bun with a cute lil flower clip on it ,, 

3. Wavy waterfall hairstyle has come back again
                                 

Confused on how to do it,, well it is simply clipping small section of your hair near the crown of your head after braiding it normally and leaving the rest of your hair as it is,,it suits more on layered and naturally wavy hair than straight hair.
For girls with poker straight hair, make an unruly high bun, from the tail of your comb pull out some strands of hair from it to give a casual look.



4. Say hello to centre partings

                       
This is one trend that has made its comeback after so many years.
Centre partings or your hair’s natural way of parting is going to be a trend this season.
Basically it is to give a casual / effortless look. Poufs are to be ditched big time.

5. Accessorize
                 

The simpler the better. Choose according to your hair style as well as your dressing style.

So, this was all about what 2012 spring-summer trends in the world of Fashion, Makeup and Hairstyles are going to be.

Did you see something common in here,,,
It’s the vibrant colours,, well..what is Summer without any colour ;)




Thanks allot


 From 
Namita from www.vivaciousflair.blogspot.in
&
Kannu from www.CookDoKoo.blogspot.in