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The Best Bronzers for Spring 2012

The Best Bronzers for Spring 2012

Brittany Devenyi

As the weather begins to warm, pale complexions and rosy cheeks quickly become a look of the past. But the subtle transition between seasons means a tweak in cosmetics can be minimal, too. With a new line of bronzers being introduced this season, there are multiple ways to achieve a natural looking faux glow — without basking in sunlight (and damaging your skin in the process.) Here, we introduce the finest bronzers of Spring 2012:

Dakota Fanning style inspiration

One Celeb, Four Looks: Dakota Fanning

Brittany Devenyi

Becoming one of Hollywood's most prominent actresses before her seventh birthday (hello, I am Sam) has only heightened Dakota Fanning’s celebrity status as she matures. No longer is Dakota defined entirely by her acting pursuits, but also by the poise she exudes through her garments. Let’s just say Dakota’s chic street style gives an entirely new meaning to the phrase ‘Uptown Girl’. Here are four of our favourite looks debuted on this young style icon:

New Eyeliner Ideas for Spring 2012

New Eyeliner Ideas for Spring 2012

Brittany Devenyi

Makeup artists held no boundaries this spring, playing with both vintage and modern looks. Honing in on liner, everything from dramatic feline-inspired flicks to modern stick-on approaches trumped this season’s runways. As showcased on the runways of Jonathan Saunders, Viktor & Rolf, Rodarte and Giorgio Armani, anything goes — as long as it’s not too subtle. Instead of mindlessly caking on liner, here’s how top designers chose to introduce these trends, and how to be sure you don each look properly.

Fashion Trend: Sorbet Shades for Spring 2012

Fashion Trend: Sorbet Shades for Spring 2012

Brittany Devenyi

Discover forthcoming fashion by incorporating faded neons—like zesty watermelon and soft peach hues— into your closet. As seen on the runways of Phillip Lim, Prada, and Chloe (to name a few), this colourful trend calls for more attention than your average pastel, and is definitely one to covet. Before your wardrobe bursts with Juicy Fruit shades, become your own style connoisseur and keep the following in mind.

Spring 2012 Trend Report: Bird Prints

Spring 2012 Fashion Trend: Bird Prints

Brittany Devenyi

From feather-inspired patterns to tropical florals, whimsical prints trumped all else on the Spring 2012 runways. This season, however, there’s one pattern that has caught designers’ eyes more than the rest: bird prints. The design took flight off the runways of various designers— like Marc by Marc Jacobs, Jill Stuart and Suno. Inspired by freedom and open wilderness, channel your inner free spirit with this happy-go-lucky trend.

Mila Kunis celebrity style

One Celeb, Four Looks: Mila Kunis

Brittany Devenyi

This month, Mila Kunis was named the new face of haute couture line, Christian Dior. Her Miss Dior handbag ad debut leaves no room for dispute: she’s as elegant as the garments she’s marketing. To commemorate the starlet’s premiere into the French fashion house, we’ve nominated our top fashion picks that best epitomize her style.

Unusual Last-minute Hostess Gift Ideas

3 Unusual Last-minute Hostess Gift Ideas

Brittany Devenyi

Every year, holiday soirées sneak up on us a little too quickly! But no matter how busy your sched, never lose sight of the time and effort spent planning these functions. Show your hostess gratitude by snatching one of these unusual last-minute gifts... because a party-giver can only receive so many bottles of Merlot.

Last-Minute Beauty Gifts

Last Minute Beauty Gift Ideas

Brittany Devenyi

The thought of holiday shopping is stressful enough in November, but then it’s somehow mid-December, and your must-buy-for-list has been mildly fulfilled at best. It’s important to know what you plan to purchase, so you’re not waltzing around the mall in a daze. Here’s a guide to discovering the best beauty gifts and stocking stuffer ideas that every woman will appreciate.

Preview of Karl Lagerfeld’s Affordable Clothing Line

Preview of Karl Lagerfeld’s Affordable Clothing Line

Brittany Devenyi

High-fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld provided a glimpse into his new online-exclusive clothing line in a brief video.

Best Fashion Gift Ideas Under $50

Best Fashion Gift Ideas Under $50

Brittany Devenyi

Sometimes, holiday shopping isn't stressful because we don't know what to buy someone, but rather, it's the art of digging through that pile of ideas, and finding the present that suits a person best. With that said, a girl can never go wrong with a style gift... it's just a matter of finding the appropriate fashion piece that shows you care. Here's a list of our top holiday fashion gift ideas for 2011: