Spring has Sprung

I know I haven't posted in a while, but as you can all guess it is that time of year - exams. Yes the glorious task of revising has been keeping me occupied for the past few weeks, but I just had a bit of time to make this quick post.

On a happier note, Spring has officially (and finally) sprung people!! So here a few pieces of inspiration for making that wonderous and gentle transition into easy breezy style (oh, how 'Cover Girl' of me).

I love the deceptive simplicity of this hairstyle. It's so feminine and has that grecian-goddess quality about it, without being a full-blown up-do, but still being more glamorous than your everyday blow-dry.



The truly stunning Amber Heard here shows off two key Spring trends - the floral dress and the oh-so-chic LWD (Little White Dress). Both are , flirtatious and Spring appropriate.



I'm a huge believer in the power of one's hair colour, and I find these gorgeous, caramel and blonde tones on Audrina Patridge a really nice transition from her earlier brunette do which we saw on The Hills (ah, who else remembers that epic show?!) I really love lighteneing up my hair for summer, and as a natural brunette, I get lovely caramel highlights done by my hair dresser. Not too over-the-top, but just enough to help you get that spring/summery glow.



Summer is great because it gives us a real reason to finally get off the couch, put down the doughnut, cake, biscuit or whatever it is the wintery winds had us craving, and go out for a run, or take a Zumba class with friends. Good weather makes going to gym easier, or at least I feel that way. It makes you feel so much happier and ready to go. So of course, why go to the gym in oversized men's sweats, when you can look as cute as Kristen Cavallari and Ashley Tisdale. Even leggings and a cool t-shirt with some kick-ass sunnies make a great gym outfit. I even find a cute outfit makes the workout more fun. :p



The joy of not having to worry about layers to protect you from the cold, means a simple floral-print top with jeans,  as seen on Lauren Conrad, make for an easy and quick way to look and feel great. (Chanel purse optional, although very desirable.)

As shown by Sophia Bush, prints can also be a more fun and inventive way to dress up in spring/summer. When those prints are tribal-inspired and appear in crazy colour combinations paired with a whopping platform - all the better. Be bold, be bright, be beautiful.



And finally, my all-time favourite spring/summer piece - the maxi dress. Whether full sleeved, cap-sleeved or indeed sleeveless, this easy-to-wear item never fails to evoke summer better than anything else.  Wearing a maxi-piece during the day makes you feel glamorous but still comfortable and easy. You can dress them up of course, as J Lo has with statement earings and wedges, or keep it more toned down with flat sandals and a few bangles. Ah, the simple joys of life...

Till next time - have a great week everyone!

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