What to Wear: Summer Trends

I don't know about you, but this year sure has passed by quickly! Fortunately, summer is coming. Unfortunately, finals. (Plus AP testing and SAT?!) To make it easier for you busy fashionistas out there, I have liberated you from doing your style reports, and bring you two of my favorite trends for summer '13. 

As first seen on the runways of Paris Fashion Week, monochromatic and metallic pieces are no doubt becoming hot trends on the streets. Here, I present you my interpretation.

Monochromatic

Rock a Topshop cropped shirt paired with a quirky Forever 21 pinstriped shorts. Look even more hip wearing ASOS rings and Barney's snake ring with black and gold accents, and a Wetseal fringe bag. A red lip by Lancome Rouge in Love contrast perfectly with the muted color, and Nia nude wedges complete the look.

Metallic

Get futuristic wearing a Influence graphic tank with a trendy Topshop metallic skirt. You can tuck the tank-top in or knot it to keep the outfit fitted. Add Falke knee-high socks for a more unique touch and slip on T.U.K. creepers to go along with the futuristic-ness. Finally, a Nastygal backpack with an Only Time toywatch make cute accents to the overall look.

Summer Essentials

Hello loyal readers and first timers!
Can you believe that it's already May? already...summer? okay fine, almost. 
Nevertheless, the temperatures are rapidly rising in California (this week is an exception), so I thought it would be a perfect opportunity to do a summer essentials post!

*All the products will be listed at the end of the post* (:

Starting off with bronzers! Bronzers are such life savers, and they belong in my summer essentials (or all year round) because it creates more dimension to my face. Who doesn't want a nice, contoured face? 

Moving on to highlighters!  

During the summer time, it seems like everybody is constantly trying to control their oil by powdering their face every two hours. Unfortunately, the finish can end up looking too cakey and dull. So for anyone who wants dewy skin without the oiliness, I highly recommend using a highlighter!  

This one is self explanatory, but sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen! 

At least SPF 15 with UVA & UVB protection. 

Try a sheer formula if you are not into the greasy feeling of sunscreen! -Does anyone actually like the greasy feeling? 

My last summer essential is eyeshadow, but not just any eyeshadow.. Gold eyeshadow! 
Gold is one of the most wearable, gorgeous colors that can be worn every day or on special occasions. Personally, I like gold better than silver/white eyeshadows because it matches my skin tone better.
But hey, don't let skin tones stop you from wearing your favorite eyeshadow color!

Products mentioned:

Hoola- Benefit 

Smooth Skin Bronzing Face Power - NYC   

Watt's up! -Benefit 

High Beam -Benefit 

Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunblock -Neutrogena 

Half Baked (NAKED palette) - Urban Decay 

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& What are your summer essentials? We would love to know (:

-Wakana