Invest in a Statement Lipstick
Even if the rest of your face is bare, you can look polished and even red-carpet-ready with just a few swipes of a lipstick. The trick is to go bold! Luckily we’ve seen plenty of lusciously loud lip colors this season on the runway and in stores. Top picks are to go glam in bright reds, create a sultry subversive look in the newly hot black hues, or conjure coolness in silvery and plum grays.
Whatever dramatic color you choose, remember quality is important if you want to avoid messy color bleeding, chapping, and fading. But even the nicest lip colors don’t have to set you back more than $25. If you’re looking for a red pout, our pick is M.A.C. Cosmetics best-selling Lady Danger ($14; below).
Add Drama to Your Hair
A new ‘do can literally revolutionize your look, whether you change up your color or length or just add a fun hair accessory. Dyes, extensions, and dramatic accessories can help you transform. If you’re looking to become a blond, brunette, redhead, or somewhere in between, members of our beauty-obsessed community regularly rely on Clairol’s brand of glosses, permanent, semi-permanent, and wash-out dyes, which delivers glossy shine, softness and natural color for just $8 to $12.
Wear a Skinny Belt in Unexpected Ways
You can take a cute, everyday outfit to the next level with a stylish skinny belt. Cinching a boyfriend cardigan, faux-fur vest, or any loose-fitting garment with this season’s hottest accessory will not only accentuate your curves, but it will add a trendy touch. Don’t be afraid to also wear it over dresses, blouses, sweaters, or even outerwear. Opt for one with a metallic sheen (like this $6 one we’re loving from Forever 21) and you’ve just accomplished two trends for the price of one.
Put a Bib on It
Chunky, bib necklaces make a big statement as one of this season’s most popular accessories. Don’t be afraid to go for large, bejeweled pieces like this necklace from Wetseal. This season the rule is the bolder the better, which makes it possible to throw on just one piece of flash to transform your workaday wear and evening looks.
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Related links:
Trend Spot: Metallic Lips
Kaboodle’s most popular lipstick shades
M.A.C. Goes Back to Black with Style Black Collection
Scary Hair on the Runway
Hairstyles From an Expert
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