The New Year is an opportunity to pursue new passions and try new things, and fashion and beauty should be no exception. Let’s take a peek into some of 2015’s best beauty and fashion trends -- including "splurge" and "save" options to suit your budget -- for a fabulous beginning to a wonderful year. Be the glowing, radiant mom you've always dreamed to be!
1. For your lips: Marsala
Photo from pantone.com
The color authority has spoken and we love how versatile 2015's color of the year is! Marsala’s warm and rich red-brown hue can be translated from fashion, to beauty and to our homes -- we can picture the beautiful color everywhere! Try the color on your lips with these options:
Splurge:
NARS Semi Matte Lipstick in Scarlet Empress, PHP 1,450.00, NARS Glorietta. Photo from narscosmetics.com
Save:
Wet N Wild Mega Last Lip Color in Cherry Bomb, PHP 299.00, SM Department Stores. Photo from drugstore.com
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2. For your hair: Braids
Photos: Imaxtree (1 & 3) / beautyblitz.com (2) / beautyhigh.com (4)
The braid was a huge hit in 2014 and it looks like it is extending its stay. It is not just for the kids - though they absolutely love it, often referring to Elsa and Anna - we Moms can wear it too! And there are different ways to wear it - from the classic style, to the relaxed and loosened-up version, or an elegant low bun or chignon. Try the fishtail too, you’ll be surprised how easy it is to do!
For a sleek clean look, use mousse when styling your hair.
Splurge:
Shikai Color Reflect Volumizing Mousse, PHP 595.00, Beauty Bar Glorietta. Photo from shop.beautybar.com.ph
Save:
White Rain Volumizing Weightless Mousse, PHP 199.75, SM Department Store. Photo from consumr.com
For a tousled style, use dry shampoo to give your hair texture and volume.
Splurge:
Toni & Guy Cleanse Day 2 Freshness Dry Shampoo, PHP 990.00, The Landmark. Photo from watsons.com.ph
Save:
Etude House OMG! Dry Shampoo, PHP 448.00, Etude House SM Megamall. Photo from mypamhanquocso1.com
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3. For your nails: Nude
Photos: Essie (1) / OPI (2 & 4) / Getty (3) / Mark Leibowitz (5) / Butter London (6)
Bare nails with a hint of detail were everywhere on the runways. They’re fun and really easy to DIY! If nail art isn’t your thing though, no worries -- stick to a neutral nail color like a soft pastel pink which will also be big in 2015.
Splurge:
Essie Nail Polish in Lady Like, Php400.00, www.polishplease.ph. Photo from polishplease.ph
Save:
Essence Colour & Go Nail Polish in 104 Sweet as Candy, PHP 119.00, SM Department Store. Photo from essence.eu
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4. Your wardrobe: the Shirtdress
Photos: marieclaire.com (1) / mesewcrazy.com (2) / thenletitbe.tumblr.com (3)
The shirtdress is better than ever. You can never go wrong with the classic shape, but you’ll find the shirtdress in different interesting textures, prints and lengths in 2015 so there's sure to be one to suit each and everyone’s style. Styling tip: pick a roomy shirtdress and wear a belt to accentuate the waist for a relaxed silhouette.
Splurge:
Zara Shirt Dress with Belt, PHP 2,595.00, Zara Greenbelt. Photo from zara.com/ph
Save:
H&M Long Shirt, PHP 1,490.00, H&M Megamall. Photo from hm.com/ph
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5. Your wardrobe: Military Green
Photos: fabyoubliss.com (1) / sincerelyjules.com (2) / lolobu.com (3) / glamradar.com (4) / paloma81.blogspot.com (5)
The runways saw a lot of the military green color from army-inspired, utilitarian pieces like jackets and cargo pockets to more wearable, soft, modern dresses. A parka is the easiest piece to to use to incorporate the trend into your wardrobe. The best part is, you can wear it with almost anything! For a streamlined look, look for non-army-looking pieces, like a button-down shirt, and match it with a dressy pair of bottoms or skirt.
Splurge:
H&M Parka, PHP 1,990.00, H&M SM Megamall. Photo from hm.com/ph
Photo from topshop.com
Save:
Forever 21 Drawstring Cargo Dress, PHP 1,175.00, Forever 21 SM Megamall. Photo from forever21.com
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6. Your wardrobe: Black & White
Photos: pinterest.com (1) / dvf.com (2) / style.com (3) / optifactory.com (4)
We’ve seen the monochromatic trend over and over again and we love it because it is so easy to wear. Keep an eye for bold or graphic prints to keep things fresh and interesting. You may also wear pieces in contrasting prints or find identical prints in negative and positive combinations. You can also do a uniform print from top to bottom.
Splurge:
Mango Paisley Print Jumpsuit, PHP 5,950, Mango Robinson’s Magnolia. Photo from shop.mango.com
Save:
H&M Woven Top, PHP 1,190.00, H&M SM Megamall. Photo from hm.com/ph
H&M Pencil Skirt, PHP 1,690.00, H&M SM Megamall. Photos from hm.com/ph
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7. Your wardrobe: Culottes
Photos: Imaxtree (1 & 3) / beautyblitz.com (2) / beautyhigh.com (4)
The culottes trend appeared in 2014 and the style is sticking around with more options to take you from work to the weekend, possibly making it a wardrobe staple in 2015. From tailored cuts to lightweight fabrics to bold prints and details, the culottes is hitting mainstream this year.
Splurge:
H&M Wide Leg Pants, PHP 2,990.00, H&M SM Megamall. Photo from hm.com/ph
Save:
Forever 21 Box Pleated Culotte Pants, PHP 1,425.00, Forever 21 SM Megamall. Photo from forever21.com
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8. Your wardrobe: Kimonos & Obi belts
Photos: glamour.com (1) / seesuckerandsaddles.blogspot.com (2) / slffashion.com (3) / stylestaples.com (4) / whowhatwear.com (5)
The traditional Japanese kimono and obi belt are big influencers to designers this season. Outer wear, like jackets and cardigans, take in the shape of the kimono using less floral prints and more basic solid colors. Standard fashion obi belts are usually really thick but you can use a medium-sized sash instead (like a karate uniform belt) or the ones that come with a blazer or cardigan. Just learn how to tie it the Japanese way.
Splurge:
H&M Crepe Jacket, PHP 2,990.00, H&M SM Megamall. Photo from hm.com/ph
Save:
Stradivarius Tricot Cape, PHP 995.00, Stradivarius Glorietta. Photo from stradivarius.com/ph
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9. Your footwear: Flats, Slides & Sneakers
Photos: lefashionimage.blogspot.com (1) / sincerelyjules.com (2) / what-do-i-wear.com (3) / feedly.com (4) / styledon.com (5) / death-by-elocution.tumblr.com (6)
A pair of heels spells power, but a girl needs to rest her feet once in a while and we could never be thankful enough for the explosion of comfortable footwear in 2014. We’re glad to see eye-catching footwear with interesting details, which means comfortable doesn’t have to be boring.
Splurge:
Aldo Mirani Flat Sandals, PHP 3,795.00, Aldo Robinsons Magnolia. Photo from aldo.com
Save:
Forever 21 Studded Flatform Sandals, PHP 1,700.00, Forever 21 SM Megamall. Photo from forever21.com
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10. Your wardrobe: Polo Shirts
Photos: styleoholic.com (1) / richesforrags.tumblr.com (2) / luvrumcake.tumblr.com (3) / hm.com/ph (4) / dailymail.co.uk (5)
The classic shirt is big this season! For button down shirts, look out for ones with interesting prints, details or fabric. On the other hand, pair a basic pique shirt (with a solid color) with a dramatic bottom. Style tip: Wearing them with jeans or trousers will always be a good look, but pairing them with a skirt is more stylish and chic.
Splurge:
Topshop Stripe Oversized Shirt, PHP2,895.00, Topshop SM Megamall. Photo from topshop.com
Save:
H&M Flannel Shirt, PHP 1,190.00, H&M SM Megamall. Photo from hm.com/ph
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