Summer LOVE ♥ ♥ ♥

Nelly got me gone, gone, gone, gone,

boy you know me you got me gone

boy you know me got me . . 

If you haven't listened this song yet,,and are roasted in this oh so awesome heat then please play it. Blast it in your car when you drive. I assure you you won't be bothered about traffic/heat/stupid drivers ;

All you will get is being transported into another world.. Now trust me. pretty please ;)

Done? 

Nope?

:\ Take my advise. Play it :)

Okay drama finish. Here is what I am loving this summer. 

1. Side Braids and Colorful Earrings 

I don't like messy side braids. I find them funny and not relaxed.

I am growing my hair these past months,,,reached till waist,,I need more ! Its either braids or buns for me in summer. Every other thing makes me mad. Hair open.. how much I wanna leave them open, the weather plays a spoil spot. Can happen if someone keeps rotating a hand fan around me every second I am out in the sun ;) ;)

These earrings I have  bought from FabIndia. I don't visit this store often, but this was the only Interesting shop at the airport. There was some time to my flight, I was strolling aimlessly analyzing people and their behavior (my fav past time) ,,got bored,,entered Fab India. These earrings was the lone attractive thing in the store.

♥   

2. You gotta be protected by sun rays all the time.

I am soooo new to Sunscreens. I buy them for my maa but I never used them myself.

I never got tanned. Come 2012 and it's happening ( no not apocalypse) ..I have tanned arms which don't match my face,,

So, I tried Lotus and VLCC (It's Bad) but nothing worked for me,

Finally I am contented with Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sun Block with SPF 50 . It works for my

arms and neck and legs(m a skirt person) , it Doesn't work for my face. It makes it red. Not allergic to it.

3. I need fruity scented hair in Summers

For this demand of mine I use Herbal Essence color me shiny shampoo and another Hair mist.

Love this!! Cute packaging,,makes my hair shiny and smell amazing.

This is for colored hair though :)

4. I am soooo picky with Facewash

It was always Himalaya Neem facewash for me. I got bored and drifted towards other brands.

Now this Lacto Calamine face wash comes free with the Lacto Calamine lotion.

I buy the purple classic version but I hate the purple facewash that's free with it.

So, I have to smilingly ask the Shopkeeper to please gimme the green facewash.

Now he remembers this routine of mine exchanging free gifts. :D

It works superb. Very light. Very moisturizing. Smells summery to me. yeyy

Detail review sometime in future. ♥   

I feel I need to tell you my Lacto Calamine story.

5. I am a shower person and I love my shower gels and crems

Lux Magic Spell smells amazing. The fragrance lingers on for few hours. I love it. No. I LUB IT ;)

Easy to remove also unlike pears gentle body wash. 

6. I like squeaky clean face in summer ♥   ♥  

I remove all my makeup with Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth cleanser.

Have praised it enough here

7. I like fragrant eye pads

I can't get any. So I put some gulab jal in a small bowl then I add chilled water + some ice (I like super chilled stuff ) , then I put my cute heart embossed cotton pads in the bowl. I keep it refrigerated for 10 mins and then I take the cotton eye pads and place them on my eyes. My day dreaming goes along while my eyes are getting chilled ;)

Don't know why but my phone got clicked with all this so it's among my favs too (silliness personified)

The cute lil chubby purple colored baby elephant you see here just came to pose and say Hi!! to all everyone. 

:D  ♥   ♥   ♥

8. My eyes need some love

I am a voracious reader. So,,along with the chilly exercise I do for my eyes ( as written above) I need to give some extra love for the under eye skin.

Garnier Under eye roller (non-tinted) comes here to my rescue.

The roller ball is soothing :) I like it. 

How I find the tinted roller ? Read Here

9. I love roses

♥   

A rose is something really special to me,, I will dedicate a post on my love for rose someday.

So, just picked these rose stud earrings from Accessorize.

These lil babies didn't photograph well. These are in actual ~ neon pink :)

10. I love my face wipes

These are Kara refreshing face wipes with Aloevera and mint oil. Total Love ! 

I have the pink one also,,can't find it now ! 

11. I love my perfumes

I am a perfume girl :) I never get tired of them, take care of them like lil babies (as if they are high maintenance ;) hehhe)

I buy small bottles at times so that I can keep them in my bag when I am on the go..

This one is by Victoria's Secret ~ Dream Angels Wish ~ Anything with Angel and I am sold ! Reason ! This is what my love calls me :)

Oh ,, it smells amazing !! Floral+Fruity = Happy Angel ^-^ ;)

That's all for now ! I am off to sleep ! Fever + Sour throat = Disturbed Angel :\

Bbyeeeeee

Thanks

Angel ;) 

p.s. wonder what the collage thing is in the background??..well that's my inspiration box. Will show you all properly what I am talking about.

♥   ♥   ♥

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