SPRING 2011 Makeup: IN BLOOM

When spring arrives I will sing ‘spring is here again’ from Nirvana’s ‘In Bloom’. It is true the season is near. In preparation for the fresh new days ahead, why not take a look at a few upcoming trends. Pink lips, high buns, and bright eyes will sway youth and sweetness to your best features. Pretty as a petal, rocking these beauty trends will be a cinch.

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Spring runway photos from Elle
Various celebrity and other photos from Google image searches and chictopia.

BIPPITY BOPPITY UPDO

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The Black Swan film has shown an impact on 2011 fashion trends. In conjunction, it has influenced beauty as well. The ballerina updo was worn by plenty in the spring 2011 fashion shows, and red carpet events. From messy to sleek, everyone is wearing it differently. The grocery store, or a night out with the girls, there are many places to wear this look. You could even start with something very chic and slick, but then let it unravel for a sexy night style.

You don’t have to be a ballerina to look the part. This updo makes for a classy and fresh spring awakening. Forget your drab and overdone ponytail, or slouchy winter hair. Dig out your bobby pins, and start to create your own version. Looking pretty and sweet, your posture will sure improve and confidence will exude wearing this hairstyle. Twirl, and spin down the streets in the heat of this trend.

THE BOLD SWAN

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To conclude The Black Swan beauty trend, bold eyes are taking over. The iconic makeup Natalie Portman wore for her portrayal as the black swan in her character’s Swan Lake performance is sweeping the spring scene. Taking a cue from the bold eye shadows used, colors like green, purple and blue are replacing the intense black. Your daring side is calling, so take a leap and try a vivid eye on for size.

Makeup companies like MAC or even drugstore brands already carry a variety of striking shades. Spring collections are sure to offer some more modern and juicy colors, so keep your eyes peeled. On your next makeup spree, just test out a few shadows or liners for fun! Beauty is supposed to be a fun process, so even if you aren’t ready to pull off a completely covered green eye, perhaps a liner would be best.

THINK PINK

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Who could forget the opening number to Funny Face? If you haven’t yet seen it, here are a few lyrics; “Think pink! think pink! when you shop for summer clothes. Think pink! think pink! if you want that quel-que chose. Red is dead, blue is through, Green’s obscene, brown’s taboo.” It seems the character of Maggie Prescott continues to be right. Pink is in, so spread the news.

Celebrities galore and runaways have been sporting pink lips. When the weather starts to sweeten up, pink lipsticks will be all the rage. Of course, it is a common color so don’t fret. Picking your perfect pink pucker will be a breeze. Lipsticks aren’t as icky as they used to be, so if you haven’t worn it in a while now is the time! From matte to glossy and fruity smelling to non-scented there are many formulations. Take some time at your beauty counters and find your individual pink shade!

Spring 2011 beauty trends are very wearable this season. Of course, they are all easily attainable to make individual as well. When you go out dancing with your pretty updo, neon eyes, or pink lips, you’ll feel so free and bright! Freshen up from winter, and step into the positive vibes of tomorrow! Spring is around the corner, so practice your styling skills, and liven your everyday makeup with a fruity blast of fun!