Ladies, rejoice! 2014 is all about looking effortlessly chic. Looking stylish this year is all about keeping things simple, comfortable, but in no way less gorgeous. Fashion and beauty have never been this kind to us women, moms especially!
To give you a better idea of 2014’s sartorial dos and don’ts, we’ve rounded up some of the top style and makeup trends to watch out for. See what suits you and try a new look this year!
1. The Birkenstock is back.
Photos from whowhatwear.com, artyfilles.com, carolinesmode.com, stylerain.tumblr.com and fashionmeow.blogspot.com
Yes, you read that right. Although these ultra-comfy slip-ons, made famous during the ‘90s, can’t replace your office pumps, they sure are great for casual or weekend wear. Pair them with skirts, dresses or dressy pants (and fresh toe polish, please) for an effortless chic look and your feet will thank you. You can’t go wrong with the classic Arizona design, but check out the many other must-try styles, colors and designs, too!
Birkenstock Arizona Black Birko-flor
Php4,750.00*
Available at www.comfortsole-ph.com
Birkenstock Gizeh Schoko Birko-flor
Php4,950.00*
Available at www.comfortsole-ph.com
Birkenstock Mayari Raspberry
Php5,250.00*
Available at www.comfortsole-ph.com
Birkenstock Ibiza White Patent Birko-flor
Php3,750.00*
Available at www.comfortsole-ph.com
Birkenstock Madrid Pine Bark
Php3,750.00*
Available at www.comfortsole-ph.com
* New price effective February 15, 2014
** All Birkenstock photos from comfortsole-ph.com
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2. Athletic wear
Headed to your child’s soccer practice? It’s all about comfortable and relaxed clothing this year with the athletic wear trend. To avoid looking like you just stepped out of the gym, mix your sporty pieces with feminine items like a pencil skirt, a flowy chiffon top, a structured handbag or heels.
Photos from shopbop.com, pinterest.com, asmmgz.com
Zara TRF Long Sleeve Varsity Dress*
Php1,495.00
Available at Zara, Power Plant Mall
Zara TRF Seamed Velour Trousers*
Php1,295.00
Available at Zara, Power Plant Mall
Forever 21 Must-Have Baseball Tee**
Php 455.00
Available at Forever 21, SM Makati
Forever 21 Fresh Satin Varsity Jacket **
Php1,535.00
Available at Forever 21, SM Makati
* Photos from zara.com/ph
** Photos from forever21.com
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3. Tribal prints
Another trend we’re loving this season is tribal prints. If you’re meeting your mom-friends for a weekend brunch, don’t be afraid to go bold! They inject a whole lot of fun and color to your wardrobe! Mix them with neutral pieces to showcase the beautiful ethnic prints. Be on the lookout, too, for individual pieces like skirts, shorts and pants, or you can go for a statement piece like a necklace or a hand-embroidered clutch bag.
Photos from signeroo.com, happilygrey.com and amazon.com
L’Indochine Arla Clutch *
Php1,499.75
Available at L’Indochine, SM Aura
L’Indochine Sleeveless Tank with Flap *
Php999.75
Available at L’Indochine, SM Aura
L’Indochine Green & Blue Shark Tooth Necklace**
Php699.75
Available at L’Indochine, SM Aura
Cotton On Stephanie Maluko Mono Drapey Pant ***
Php1,199.00
Available at Cotton On, Robinson’s Magnolia
* Photos taken by Christine Laviña
** Photos from L’Indochine
*** Photo from shop.cottonon.com
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4. Neutrals
There’s something absolutely beautiful with the neutral trend. Tonal dressing in varying shades of white and/or mixed with very light grays or khakis look simple yet very elegant. Wear your basic pieces together or add items with interesting details when going to a casual business meeting for that relaxed yet still pulled-together look.
Photos from fashionvibe.net, pinterest.com, weheartit.com, honestlywtf.com, chicobsession.com
Zara Long Wrap Around Cardigan *
Php1,595.00
Available at Zara, Power Plant Mall
Forever 21 Subtle Textured Mini Skirt **
Php1,025.00
Available at Forever 21, SM Makati
Forever 21 Bold Mesh-Trimmed Knit Top **
Php1,275.00
Available at Forever 21, SM Makati
Uniqlo Pocketable Parka ***
Php1,490.00
Available at Uniqlo, SM Megamall
Uniqlo Rayon Bow Tie Long Sleeve Blouse ***
Php1,290.00
Available at Uniqlo, SM Megamall
* Photo from zara.com/ph
** Photos from forever21.com
*** Photos from uniqlo.com/ph
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5. Washed-out pastels
In sync with the neutral trend, washed out pastels are also big this season. They are easier on the eyes than the typical bright poppy pastels. It’s all about looking pristine with a soft hint of pretty color!
Photos from stylesaint.com, somethingnavy.com, shoplesnouvelles.com, stylecarrot.com, missguided.co.uk and medica-cache-eco.pinning.com
Zara TRF Cropped Batwing Sleeve Sweater*
Php1,295.00
Available at Zara
Forever 21 Flora Darling Lace Top **
Php1,175.00
Available at Forever 21
Uniqlo Ultra Stretch Color Jeans ***
Php1,990.00
Available at Uniqlo
Uniqlo Oxford Long Sleeve Shirt ***
Php1,290.00
Available at Uniqlo
* Photo from zara.com/ph
** Photo from forever21.com
*** Photos from uniqlo.com/ph
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6. The natural look
2014 is all about looking naturally fresh and glowing as seen in numerous Spring/Summer 2014 shows. The look is so bare that you can actually skip the mascara! So keep your skin healthy, brows groomed, lashes curled, then add a touch of color to your cheeks and lips, and you’re good to go.
Photo from glamour.com
Inglot AMC Cream Blush in #82
Available at Inglot, Glorietta 5
Photo from Inglot Philippines (Marketing)
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7. Orange lips
Want to update your look? Give your favorite red lippy a break and welcome orange as your new go-to bold lip color. Although red will always be a classic, we think orange is a great (and fun) alternative. Keep the rest of your makeup neutral to balance the look.
Photo from hufftingtonpost.com
Maybelline Color Sensational Bold Matte in MAT3
Php399.00
Available at SM Department Stores
Photo from Maybelline Philippines (Marketing)
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8. The cat eye
Keep your hands steady and practice lining your lids as the cat eye trend is here to stay! Pair it with the slightest hint of pink lip color, stain or gloss for a brightening effect.
Photo from stylebistro.com
Maybelline Eye Studio Hyper Sharp
Php399.00
Available at SM Hypermart
Photo from Maybelline Philippines (Marketing)
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9. Bright and pastel-toned eyes
This year, we’ll see a plethora of eye shadow colors, from metallics, electric blues, pastels and whites. Don’t be intimidated by the colors -- try a color you’re comfortable with until you gain the confidence to experiment with the others. An evening party is an appropriate occasion to debut that new look!!
Photos from populayer.com (metallic and white), graziadaily.co.uk (blue), vogue.co.uk (pink), stylebistro.com (green) and elle.com (purple)
Inglot Freedom System Eye Shadows,
Php375.00 each (palette sold separately)
Available at Inglot, Glorietta 5
(From top left: #21, #322, #362, #477, #370, #32, 334, #453)
Photos of eye shadows from beautylish.com & palette from Inglot Philippines (Marketing)
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10. Sleek and tousled hairstyles
Simple yet beautiful hairstyles are in this season (aren’t you glad, moms?). Messy braids, 90’s grunge (very similar to beachy waves) and slick straight are some of the trending hairstyles that we absolutely love. They exude a sense of being carefree and they’re actually quite easy to recreate, which means less time spent beautifying ourselves! Search the web for DIY videos on how to achieve the tousled grunge look.
Photos from harpersbazaar.com (braids and grunge), vogue.co.uk (straight)
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