Spring is around the corner. Slowly but surely, the snow is melting and temperatures are rising. It’s time to trade in those Bean boots for a pair of platinum Jack Rogers and break out the colored skinnies. Clothes aren’t the only things that change with the weather. Follow this guide to transition into the lighter and brighter makeup trends of Spring 2014!
Spring Trend #1: Bold, Orange Lips
Move over pink and coral. This spring, the staple cotton candy and watermelon lips have been eclipsed by orange. A bold color, orange is a more sophisticated springtime look that is flattering on any skin tone. Try a semi-matte lipstick for a wearable, but still on trend lip. Nars Lipstick in Heat Wave is a recommended pick.
Spring Trend #2: Iridescent White Eyes
White eye shadow or eyeliner might seem a like a scary idea to most, and a trend that should have stayed in the 90s, but as seen on the spring runways, it can be tastefully done. An easy way to achieve this look is with a jumbo eye shadow stick, like the NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in Milk. Apply this bright white liner to the waterline for an awakening-effect or smooth on the eyelid and smudge out with your finger or a brush. If this is too bold a look, dusting a shimmery white eyeshadow, try Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Zephyr, on the eyelid will brighten up the eye area as well.
Spring Trend #3: Youthful, Glowing Skin
Luminous skin is a staple of being a young and healthy collegiate. While the winter dryness may make skin look a little dull, spring is the perfect time to get that youthful radiance back. To achieve this dewy look add a drop of liquid illuminizer, like the Josie Maran Liquid Illuminizer, to your foundation for an all-over glow. Swiping a highlighting powder, Physician’s Formula Mineral Glow Pearls in Translucent is an inexpensive option, over the cheeks, down the nose, and center of the forehead with a fan brush will also give skin a healthy sheen.
Spring Trend #4: Graphic Eyeliner
Graphic eyeliner has become a major trend the past few years and it seems like the look is here to stay. Whether it is a classic cat-eye or a more modern take on the traditional wing, this is a trend all collegiates can easily pull off. For easy application, try a liquid liner such as MAC Fluidline, a gel liner that anyone can use with some practice.