Is your style in need of a little spring cleaning? We've chosen 10 of our favorite style boards to help put the spring back into your step and keep you inspired no matter the occasion.

This adorable '60s style is making its way back onto the runways this season. No matter what activity you're doing, this neutral mod-inspired minidress is the perfect choice. Pair it with some tortoise sunnies and cute nude sandals to complete the look.

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C & C California mod colorblock dress , Rebecca Minkoff Bardot sandals ,
Nasty Gal copper circle shades

Being a mom doesn't mean your wardobe can't be fun! Whether you're spending a day in the park with the kids or going out to lunch with your girlfriends, there's no reason you shouldn't shine. Stand out in a bold and bright dress, pair with a simple necklace, some strappy nude sandals and a black floppy hat for a youthful and ladylike look. With this look, you're sure to be the most stylish mom on the playground.

Learn more ways to master mommy style here>>

Topshop speckle roll sleeve skater dress , MICHAEL Michael Kors Michela mid sandals ,
Gogo Philip classic long chunky chain necklace , Miss Selfridge black felt floppy hat

Swap out your dark denim for some new springtime colors! These pastel jeans can be found in every color of the rainbow and can easily be taken from day to night by swapping out sandals for heels and adding some fun accessories.

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J Brand Jeans Harper mid-rise twill capri in Neon Coral ,
GAP 1969 always skinny skimmer jeans in mint

This bohemian style is great for any occasion and will work for any age range. These dark-wash seventies-inspired jeans pair perfectly with this light and airy tunic. To add a bit of edge to this feminine outfit, throw on a leather jacket with studded detailing. Elongate your legs by wearing a pair of black pumps with a small but comfortable heel.

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Seven for all Mankind Jiselle Phenomenal jeans , Hallelu tunic ,
Tilly's leather jacket , Chromatic Gallerie black pumps

During those April showers, don't be afraid to get your feet wet in some of these adorable rain boots. So forget the days of being embarrassed by wearing tacky galoshes, and step out in style with some of the following looks!

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Loeffler Randall lace-up rain booties in chocolate brown , Chicnova skinny claret-red pencil pants , J. Crew Blythe blouse in polka dot , Rag & Bone Lund cardigan

From lace-up booties to motorcycle rain boots, no one will ever be able to tell these apart from your day-to-day shoes.

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Burberry motorcycle rain boots , Topshop moto grey acid Leigh jeans , All Saints Elgar cowl neck sweater in emerald , Madewell jean jacket

Add a pop of color to your outfit with a bright bag this season! These colorful bags can be mixed and matched with other colors in your outfit or stand alone as the statement piece. In this look, we chose colors that complement each other, such as flamingo pink and mint green. Tighten the look up with a black blouse and leather jacket. The black pieces won't distract from the bag but will add just the right amount of basics to play with.

More ways to style this colorful crossbody bag here>>

Coach Legacy Penny shoulder purse , Chic Wish faux Leather motorcycle jacket ,
Current/Elliott flamingo ankle skinny jeans ,
Market slouchy boyfriend tee , ECCO Owando buckle ballerina flats

There are a million ways to wear a T-shirt, but this look is one of our favorites. This trendy outfit requires little to no maintenance and will keep you rocking your inner fashionista! Choose a basic tee in a bright color, pair with a pleated maxi skirt, accessorize with a statement necklace, and finish off the look with brown wedges and a vintage bag.

See more ways to dress up your favorite tee here>>

TOPSHOP long-sleeve crop tee , Chicwish green pleated maxi skirt , Go Jane faux suede ankle strap wedges , U Dobu brown vintage satchel , 2020Ave layered half moons necklace

A blazer is such a diverse piece of clothing and should be a staple item in everyone's closets. Instead of going the classic wear-to-work route, try mixing things up a bit. Start your look by showing some skin with a pair of lightweight evening shorts, a strappy platform pump and a colorful shoulder bag. Adding a blazer to this fun and flirty outfit will take this look from sassy to classy!

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Zara blazer , So Low linen shorts , BCBG Max Azria metallic waist belt , Choies orange double-arrow postman shoulder bag, , Charlotte Russe strappy platform pump

Made last-minute plans for a girls night out? Pull these pieces for a stylish and put-together outfit that will make everyone think took you hours to put together. A structured peplum top is flattering on all body types because it cinches at the waist, making you look itty bitty. Pair the patterned top with your favorite dark-wash skinnies, sexy black wedges, and add some pops of turquoise in your accessories to finish it off!

Click here for more ways to learn the art of quick and trendy styling>>

Motel black-and-white print peplum top , Jack Wills dark-wash skinny jeans ,
Steve Madden black wedges , Zalando Abro turquoise belt ,
Natasha Couture turquoise clutch , Kendra Scott Amelia chandelier earrings

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Kate Spade Checker Place Maise Bag $288

Looking for the perfect statement bag this spring? Try a fierce '60s-inspired, graphic-print must-have, which stood out in Fendi and Louis Vuitton's SS13 collections.

• Where it's appropriate: Everywhere! A vibrant bag works great to brighten up a dark suit for work or to add some playfulness to a cute tee and pair of skinnies for weekend brunch with the girls.
• How to wear: Make the graphic bag the standout piece, so try to avoid other prints when it comes to fashion. Our tip: Stick to neutrals like black, gray or white!

Marc by Marc Jacobs Black Leather/PVC Crossbody Bag $225

Not only are clear, lucite shoes a major spring trend, but clear bags are, too! Both Burberry and Anna Sui showcased cool see-through satchels in their runway shows, making them totally covetable this season.

• Where it's appropriate: The clear detailing gives off more of a casual vibe, so save this style for the weekends or after work.
• How to wear: If you're not so into a bag where the entire world can see your goods, opt for a style that has clear accents. That way, you'll still embody the trend, but won't be uncomfortable as you're walking around.

Dorothy Perkins White and Black Pannelled Bag $55

Oh, how Parisian! Who doesn't love a classic black-and-white moment? We can't get enough of this neutral combo when it comes to clothing, but on a bag? We're even more obssesed! So sophisticated, yet incredibly chic.

• Where it's appropriate: Everywhere! A classic black-and-white stunner works everywhere — whether you're running between meetings during the work week or out for dinner with your man on a Friday night.
• How to wear: Since the bag itself is neutral, opt for some color everywhere else. Try a colored blouse with pastel blue pants for an outfit that could work for work or play.

Fossil Austin Flap Bag $158

The perfect over-the-arm staple, a saddle bag is your solution for an adorable bag.

• Where it's appropriate: Given the cross-body nature of the saddle bag, this style works better in a more casual setting. Something crossed over a work ensemble, like a suit, will appear bunchy and not put together.
• How to wear: Throw this cute bag over a cool moto jacket and your favorite pair of jeans for the weekends!

J. Crew Farmers' Market Tote$50

Headed to the beach this spring? Ditch your boring tote, and opt for a cute straw option instead!

• Where it's appropriate: Straw screams casual! So save your tote for the weekends — especially if you're headed on a picnic or to the beach. Our tip: Get a large enough style to fit all of your day trip essentials — a towel, change of clothes, a water bottle, etc.
• How to wear: Swing a straw tote over a classic tee and cut-offs with a swimsuit underneath for that casual, beachy-girl vibe.

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From the Hills to the beach, this ultimate Cali girl and fashion powerhouse swears by Aquaphor— the healing ointment used to protect dry, cracked or irritated skin.

See what else LC had to say here >>

Photo credit: Cotton 24 Hour Runway

The Victoria’s Secret model knows a thing or two about staying in shape and living a healthy life. The new mom credits yoga and intensive pilates sessions with her post-baby body and follows a strict diet to maintain her bombshell physique. So what’s her healthy go-to?

"Cold-pressed green juice. It has cucumber juice, celery juice, aloe vera and kale," Miranda told SheKnows.

Get more of Miranda’s style tips here>>

Photo credit: WireImage

According to The Vampire Diaries starlet, the key to great skin is simplicity.

"I drink a lot of water. If I have a bottle around me and I keep holding it in my hand and [I] keep drinking it, I’ll realize that I just went through three or four bottles."

Read more of Kat’s beauty tips here>>

Photo credit: Marina Maher Communications

The world-renowned designer reminds us all that giving back is always in style. "We can create jobs; we can create meaning; we can create consciousness; we can create the change."

Donna partnered with American Express to create and sell handcrafted bracelets from Haiti that benefit the rebuilding process in the country.

Learn more about Donna’s work in Haiti here>>

Photo credit: Getty Images

Like fellow fashion favorite Lauren Conrad, Minka always keeps her Aquaphor healing ointment on hand.

She also says highlighting lashes with a quality eyelash curler is key to gorgeous eyes.

More of Minka’s favorite fashions here>>

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The Top Chef host is known for her flawless skin just as much as her hit show. What’s her secret? Turns out it’s all in the steam!

"I think steaming is extra important to get rid of impurities and then moisturize right after that," she tells SheKnows. The Bravo star says you can do a steam room or even a steam shower to achieve the skin purifying effects.

Read the full interview here>>

Photo credit: Neil Rasmus/Billy Farrell Agency

The Extra host and our February Girl Crush always manages to look polished and poised on the red carpet and credits her flawless look to one key product: TopStick.

"Always keep TopStick handy — you never know when you will need it, or who will need it!" she says.

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The Mentalist star and all-around glamour girl is always a fashion and beauty favorite. Not only is her style on-point but she’s constantly giving us a severe case of hair envy.

“I love Mineral Fusion’s Volumizing Shampoo and Conditioner. If I use a shampoo that’s made of unnatural products, it makes my hair limp, and I don’t have that problem with this!”

Read the full interview here >>

The Emmy-nominated funny girl and global bombshell has grown into a style icon all her own.

“A woman shouldn’t be afraid of color,” she says.

Read the full interview here >>

Photo credit: FayesVision/WENN.com

The reality TV star and new mom recently collaborated with Glamhouse founder Pascal Mouawad to create a collection exclusively for GlamBoutique.com.

The Hills star says some of her favorite accessory looks have been stacking and mixing up her jewelry to match her mood.

Read the full interview here >>

Photo credit: Try CW/WENN.com

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Utilize the chocolate in your pantry, buy a dozen beautiful roses, visit the produce department and save some of the beers from the weekend... all to make yourself more beautiful!

We have compiled a list of innovative DIY beauty products that you can make at home. They are as unique as they sound, and they work too! Are you ready to take matters into your own hands and try some of these all-natural, at-home skin and body treatments?

The best days are those that start off clean. Start your morning with a unique homemade shower gel, made with essential oils and castile soap, and you'll be fresh and energized all day.

Click here for the full recipe>>

Nail polish isn't the only important part of a manicure. Care for your dry cuticles by using this simple clay and lavender cuticle cream. It's handmade specifically for your hands!

Click here to learn more>>

Sugar and spice make all skin nice. You can easily eliminate your yucky dead cells with this sweet and spicy homemade sugar scrub.

Learn how to make the scrub here>>

With just a few simple ingredients from the pantry, you can get rid of those unwanted skin blemishes. Avoid those expensive products from the dermatologist, and give these at-home acne treatments a try.

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Obsessed with chocolate? This lip balm may be your answer. This homemade lip balm will keep your lips soft, moist and totally kissable.

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Sorry Shakespeare, but a rose by another name would probably not smell as sweet as this homemade toner. Wipe away excess oil while you clean and moisturize your face with just a few simple ingredients.

Learn how to make the toner here>>

Skip the pricey perfume bottles from the store, and spend a little time making a homemade fragrance. Take control of how you smell by adding various essential oils to customize your distinct scent.

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Shaving is a must-do task that sometimes feels like a chore. Brighten up your shower time by making a simple and replenishing oil and aloe vera shaving gel.

Get the full how-to here>>

Buttermilk and cornmeal aren't just for cooking! They work on your skin, too. This exfoliating facial scrub is the perfect way to get rid of dead skin and even out your skin tone.

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Beer is good for more than just a good time... it can also help you avoid breakouts. Just mix a few simple ingredients together with some bubbly beer to improve your skin.

Learn how to make the mask here>>

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Are you
a Megan or a Betty?

Banana Republic is bringing you Mad Men’s mod look with a new line by the show’s costume designer, Janie Bryant. Get her tips on how to sport the hot '60s style.

The grassy patch in the middle of The Grove in Los Angeles was transported to a far-out era recently when Banana Republic set up shop with their new Mad Men-inspired clothing line from the show’s costume designer, Janie Bryant.

Inside a '60s-style motor home, we tried on the new looks and got advice from Janie and The Face'sCoco Rocha on how to get this swinging style.

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Fashion inspiration

Janie says the pieces are inspired by the British invasion and rock-and-roll vibe of the late 1960s.

“It’s all about those geometric shapes, the bold colors, that real mod inspired period,” she told SheKnows. “Also, we have new silhouettes this season. It’s about buying those pieces that have the shorter lengths. It’s also about wearing the shift as opposed to the sheath, that is more body conscious. The shift is just a little more casual and has a little bit more of the ease and that mod vibe.”

For men, Janie says it’s all about the plaid: “I am addicted to plaid. so I find a plaid sports coat [is] always sexy.”

The line’s face, Coco Rocha, says she is a huge fan of the show and agrees that the Mad Men men’s fashion is very hot. Who doesn't want a little Don Draper in their life?

“Something about it is very sharp looking,” she told us. “I always look at my husband, and I’m like, ‘Why can’t we get you in something spiffy like that?’ And now we can!”

On herself, Coco likes the same red-and-blue print shirt dress we were eyeing. “I am all about all the little dresses,” said Rocha. “What I love about them is that I can wear them in the day, and then dress it up for the night. Put on some more makeup, play with my hair, change your shoes and you have a new wardrobe.”

Although some women may shy away from going head to toe mod, Coco says she likes to glam up the look with full '60s hair and makeup… meaning teased, poufy updos and smoky cat eyes.

“If you are wearing the '60s look, some people say, dress it down so you don’t look like you’re a character,” said Coco.  “I say, dress it up. I want full hair, makeup, fake lashes. If you’re going to wear it, just make sure it’s loud and proud.”

To get your own Mad Men look, head over to Banana Republic for all of Janie’s fabulous frocks! And be sure to tune in to the season 6 premiere on April 6.

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Plus size makeup tips

Throw the "Rules" out the window

There are a lot of style rules out there, especially ones that apply specifically to plus-size women. Who made them, and why do we follow them? It's time to throw the style rulebook out the window.

Plus size makeup myths

I find myself very lucky that while growing up, I didn't encounter too many style "rules" related to my size. It wasn’t until I worked retail at a popular plus store that I ran into plus-size women who told me all sorts of crazy "rules” they followed, such as "I can’t go sleeveless" or "I can’t wear skirts." The ones most surprising to me were the makeup and hairstyle rules.

In the midst of my research to find and disprove these myths, I found several pages that claimed to be "pro-plus-sized women," but only served to limit a woman’s style and further instill insecurities. One article started, "If you think fat and beautiful do not go well with each other, think again. To be beautiful, you need not be size zero... The truth is that plus-size women have all the right curves and a beautiful voluptuous body."

Not a bad start. However, this article went on to tell women that they shouldn’t wear a liquid foundation, bold eye makeup or neutral lip color as it will only draw attention to their flaws. Other "tips" were ones that all women should follow when wearing makeup, regardless of size. For example: Match your foundation and blend.

The real rules

I met with Jessica Frieling, photographer, makeup artist and stylist, to discuss these myths and get some makeup tips to help contour my face. She had never heard the "no liquid foundation" rule and grew up wearing liquid foundation, and she scoffed at the "no garish eye makeup" rule. In fact, she did a photoshoot with rainbow eye makeup.

Jessica applied concealer and a liquid foundation on my skin after applying a primer on my clean and moisturized skin with a latex-free sponge. She went back with the concealer on a pencil-shaped brush to cover any blemishes, and finished with a powder to set the makeup .

• Concealer tips: Use a shade lighter than your foundation. Apply with a brush or your fingers and blend toward the edges. Apply around your lips, just above the bow, to make your lips look fuller.
• Foundation tips: Apply with a sponge . Apply in a stippling motion for even coverage.

Pick a bronzer with little to no shimmer. Try MAC Bronzing Powder in bronze.

Apply with a brush to the hollows of your cheeks . Apply from your hairline in the hollow about 2 inches, and stop about where your jaw hinges. It’s important to not take the powder too far. Blend the powder into your hairline, applying darker closer to your hairline. Also, apply the bronzer lightly to your temples and along your jawline, where you would naturally have shadows.

Experiment with color, shimmer and liners. Don’t forget mascara. Use a light shadow to highlight under your eyebrows and the inner corners of your eyes.

• Clean up foundation with sponge.
• Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks then sweep into your hairline. Try Bella Bamba by Benefit.
• Finally, apply a bronzer/darker blush powder, as a bronzer this time. Consider Honour by MAC, and provide warmth to areas where the sun would normally hit you, like your forehead, nose, chin and cheekbones.
• Finish lips with a natural color for day — Jessica used Rosewood by Prestige— and top with a gloss in a taupe/pink shade. Apply gloss to the middle of lips. If you want a bold lip, check out Lime Crime Velvetines in red velvet!

This is a lot to do on a daily basis, and it took a bit longer than my normal 10-minute face, even with a professional doing it. But it was so worth it for a special event. Use the tips and tricks from above that suit you, and implement them into your daily routine. Take the extra minute to add contour. This could be applied over your foundation, then add some mascara and lip gloss, and be out the door.

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Photo credits: Jessica Frieling Photography.

We're obsessed!

We have a total crush on Jessica Alba's chic 'do. Find out why in this week's installment of Celeb Hairstyle of the Week!

Who says you have to pick your best side? With the rising trend in sideswept hairstyles, it's fun to switch up your assets and toss your hair on whatever side is making you feel most confident that day. Ever the fashionista, stylish celeb mom Jessica Alba sported this sideswept curly look at last week's Kids' Choice Awards, and I'm swooning over it.

Celeb hairstylist Gio Campora created loose sideswept waves to give Jessica a '90s supermodel look. Want to steal the look for yourself? Check out his step-by-step tips below!

Get the look!

1. Start off by smoothing Frizz-Ease Curl Reviver Styling Mousse into wet hair. Next, spray Frizz-Ease Dream Curls Curl Perfecting Spray onto locks.
2. Now it's time to blow dry! Dry hair using your favorite round brush — any will do.
3. Once hair is completely dry, section off portions to make curling more manageable. Take your favorite medium curling iron and create loose curls.
4. You're almost done! Finish the look off with Frizz-Ease 100% Glossing Spray. This will give hair a nice healthy shine!

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Theo Kogan is a rock star, model and mommy who ventured into the beauty world to create an amazing gloss that would stay on during her hardcore rock performances. Theo names all of her products with a reference to a band, song or a legend. How fabulous is that? Here are a couple of her lip glosses we instantly wanted for ourselves. They're fun and cute with a rock star appeal. Each Armour Beauty lip gloss is $21, paraben-free and has never been tested on animals.

Our Armour Beauty lip gloss picks

Smells like vanilla and grapefruit, looks like midnight! Named after the Velvet Underground song, Femme Fatale is the perfect rock 'n' roll lip gloss! Perfect for girls on the go making moves all day long!

Get your taste of Femme Fatale here!>>

Get in tune with your Foxy side by using this rich chocolate gloss! With enough power to go on like a lipstick, Foxy is definitely as legendary as the Jimi Hendrix song "Foxy Lady."

Listen to this song here!>>

If the name doesn't give it away, After Hours is the perfect ode to staying out all night and the awesome song by Caribou. Shimmery and highly pigmented, this lip gloss is the perfect choice for a girls' night out.

Play this song while getting ready to go out!>>

This sparkle-filled gloss is rightfully named after Marilyn Monroe. This is the perfect translucent shimmer that can be used as a top coat for any of the Armour Beauty lip glosses or by itself for everyday outings.

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The verdict is in and the Siouxsie gloss is simply red hot! Named after punk legend Siouxsie Sioux of Siouxsie And The Banshees/The Creatures, it is sure to be a show-stopping touch to any outfit. This lip gloss would be perfect on the days you want to make a loud and bold fashion statement! We loved how it went on smooth like a gloss yet looked as powerful as a lipstick.

Seen here: Divine lip gloss

Everything that is pink is definitely a winner, even in the world of films! We can't get enough of the Divine lip gloss just as much as we can't get enough of the drag queen Divine who starred in the films by John Waters. Add this touch of pink greatness to any outfit! It's soft enough to be an everyday gloss and pink enough to still be noticed.

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Tired of your dull, lifeless, damaged hair? Bring your locks back to life with these seven easy steps.

Treat your tresses

Loosen up

Frequent tight ponytails put tension on the strands in the back and on top of your head, which can lead to breakage and cause flyaways. If you can't stand wearing your hair down, mix up the height of your pony, and only wrap your elastic a couple times.

Don't be a cheapskate

Drugstore haircare brands aren't the best for your locks. Drugstore brands tend to be filled with silicones, alkalines, acids and harsh chemicals that strip your hair of nutrient and color, while salon brands are specially formulated to protect your hair, are pH-balanced and offer the correct amount of proteins and other nutrients your strands need to thrive.

If your checking account's a little light, ask your stylist for samples of product to test out which brand is best for you before spending the money.

Revisit your Chemistry 101 days

Protein makes up most of your muscles, organs and immune system, meaning your body needs it to survive — and so does your hair. Hair is made up of protein, so when your strands are damaged, it means they're short in protein supply. That’s usually due to excessive heat, styling and tension.

On the flip side, you can also have too many proteins in your hair, which can cause it to break off more easily. Yes, your hair can actually be too healthy. If you're using repairing products, only use it until your strands feel good, and then stop or reduce use.

Note: Blondes are more prone to losing proteins , especially when you frequently highlight or color. Ask your stylist for the best pH-balanced product for your strands.

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Shop her street style

Former The City star, socialite and style maven Olivia Palermo is a paparazzi favorite — continually snapped for her street-style chic and on-trend ensembles. Want to steal her look? Join us as we shop out this gorgeous, all-black number.

Why we love it

There's nothing more chic than an all-black ensemble. Olivia looks like a true lady with this dramatic LBD, jacket and classic pumps. This is one look that will never go out of style!

Akiko Black Belted Silk Surplus Dress $100, Topshop Crepe Notch Neck Jacket $110, Nine West Regola Pumps $79, MICHAEL Michael Kors Sloan Bag $228, Pink Mascara Suede Cord Cuff $24

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Fitness for your face

Are you one of the many women looking for a natural way to fight the aging process?

It's easy to find workout programs to help you get thinner thighs, slim arms and a toned tummy, but has anyone ever taught you how to exercise your facial features?

Renowned facial exercise expert and organic skincare guru Lavinia Borcau recently released her new facial exercise DVD program, From My Neck Up. The program features exercises that can help fight the aging process; she has even claimed it to be the new alternative to a facelift. No needle? No surgery? Why not give it a try?

Raise your brows

Eyebrows are one of the most important features on your face because they keep you looking awake and alert. Keep those brows up high by doing the following exercise.

• Step 1: Press the tips of your fingers from both hands below the eyebrows.
• Step 2: Try to move your eyebrows down and close your eyes tightly. Hold for 7 counts. Slowly release and take a deep breath. Repeat movement 5 to 7 times.

Stay cheeky

To help firm lower cheeks and eliminate pouches, you need to train the corners of your mouth to turn up. The following simple steps will help keep the cheeks lifted and create a naturally youthful look.

• Step 1: Tighten and lift corners of your mouth while pressing cheek muscles to the sides of your mouth.
• Step 2: Place middle fingers from each hand in the creases on either side of the mouth. Press firmly and repeat slowly. Repeat this motion 21 times.

Lift your double chin

The following exercise will help eliminate any possibilities of dealing with the not-so-cute double chin. Try this quick exercise once a day and you'll have the best chin and neck in town!

• Step 1: Keeping your neck taught, press the lower lip over the upper lip and smile, lifting the corners of your mouth.
• Step 2: Using your palms or the knuckles of your fist, rub the underlying muscle vigorously 7 to 21 times. Slowly release and take a deep breath.

The DVD is available on Lavinia's website for $50 and includes a sample kit of the La Vie Organique luxury organic product line.

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Stock up
on these goodies!

Spring has sprung! After months of static cling hair, dark makeup tones and chapped lips, you could say we're a little ready to break out some colorful beauty goodies. Feel the same? Check out my picks for a very beautiful spring!

Winter skin care is mostly dedicated to exfoliation and moisture thanks to the big bad winds out there. And makeup? Yeah, even the most adventurous of beauties gets sick of the deep tones after a few weeks. Lucky for us, spring gives us the chance to experiment and infuse a bit more color into our beauty routines!

• Sonia Kashuk Part of the Tribe brush set: Keeping your makeup brushes fresh and clean is of the utmost importance, but who really has a ton of cash to keep replacing them? That's why I love Sonia Kashuk's colorful, cheap and totally effective brush sets for spring. At only $25, this set comes with a cute case that can double as a clutch and six brushes!
• First Aid Beauty Dual Repair eye cream: It's never too early to start protecting the skin around your eyes, ladies! Dab a little of this fab eye cream on, and you'll get light yet amazing coverage.
• Sulwhasoo Age-veil UV Protection cream: We often look to Asian beauty practices for amazing tips and tricks, and this product harnesses the power of Korean herbs and the necessary sun protection we all need to provide a regenerating effect.
• philosopy Total Matteness Oil-Free Mattifying Pore Eraser: Spring clean your beauty routine and shrink your pores with this superstar!

I don't know about you, but I'm kinda over frizzy, wind-whipped locks. This spring, I'm ditching the heavy moisturizers and treating my strands to a lighter brand of TLC with these product gems.

• Oribe Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil: Shine, baby, shine! One of my fave hair brands, Oribe, has released this new gem that's as close to liquid gold as you're gonna get. Run a bit through your limp locks and they'll be instantly nourished and shiny!
• Herbal Essences Honey I'm Strong Silkening Spray: Blooming flowers, buzzing bees, yep these are the sights of spring! So it's only fitting for Herbal Essences to release these sweet shine enhancing sprays.
• SuperSolanoX Professional Xtreme Hair Dryer: With tax day approaching and refund checks coming your way, it's time to treat yourself to something truly luxurious! We all know that quality hair tools make a world of difference on our locks, and this dryer from Solano will do just the trick.
• Remington hair accessories: Spring is such a playful season, so it's the perfect time to add some fun to your hair with these cute accessories from Remington's new line, available at Target this spring.

Bye bye dark manis, hello pretty pastels and bright hues! This spring, the color of the moment is anything that makes your fingers sparkle.

• Deborah Lippmann Staccato polish: Easter might be over, but we're still obsessed with speckled eggs, and these fun polishes totally help keep the holiday alive.
• NCLA Nail wraps: Not into actual polishes? Try these easy to apply wraps on for size.

Winter and summer often get the most attention when it comes to body care, but it's equally as important to take care of your temple in the spring.

• Venus & Olay Sugarberry razor: I'm already obsessed with the original Venus & Olay razor, so this fun new scent is only icing on the cake for me. It gives such a close shave without nicks!
• Dial's 7-Day Moisturizing Skin Therapy Lotion: A lasting soft skin effect that doesn't cost an arm and a leg? Yes please!
• Playtex Fresh + Sexy Wipes: Neat new product alert! These intimate wipes are designed for sensitive skin and will help you freshen up in between all that umm fun you're having this spring.
• Lavanila Forever Fragrance Oil: This vanilla scent is so heavenly and oh so convenient, and you can tote it around in your purse all spring long!
• Parissa Wax strips for face & bikini: It's never too early to get ready for summer! Get in a regular waxing routine at home with these convenient strips from Parissa.

Not much of a beauty buff? That's OK! These fashion finds will brighten your mood this spring.

• Bright sneakers: Now that the temps are slowly creeping back to normal, it's time to get outside and work out in the fresh air! These lighter than air pale pink sneaks from The Walking Company will help you stay in shape and in style.
• Minty fresh jewelry: Mint green is one of those colors that makes me weak in the knees and this gorgeous necklace from Kendra Scott is at the top of my splurge list this spring.
• Soft and sweet bras: Spring clean your bra drawer this season and add some fun pops of color like these bright bras from Vassarette's new Heavenly Collection, launching this month in Walmart stores.

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Someone's stylist is in big trouble today.

Well, we're just assuming someone is in trouble, thanks to the very similar dresses Taylor Swift and actress/singer Jana Kramer wore to the 2012 ACM Awards.

Just look at them: Kramer's Cleopatra-inspired Badgley Mischka creation is way similar to the Dolce & Gabbana gown Swift wore on the red carpet.

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We wonder whether either performer had an Anne Hathaway-esque meltdown when she saw the other's dress. Let's hope not — especially since we love both performers. Then again, Swift's fans might not be so forgiving of Brantley Gilbert's fiancée. Serial dater Swift has been the focus of much scrutiny over the 2013 awards season, and fans are getting tired of it.

Need proof? That's why 2013 ACM Awards hosts Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton didn't make jokes about her during Sunday night's telecast.

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"I would tell him [Luke] to be prepared for the onslaught of hatred that will come from Taylor Swift's fan base if you say any sort of a joke or if she's any part of a punch line in the monologue," Shelton joked to the Associated Press before the show.

Regardless, both looked amazing at the ACMs!

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There are several things you can do to help keep your nails strong: regularly use a good moisturizer on your hands, wear gloves when you wash dishes and refrain from biting your nails. Along with those helpful tips, try a DIY nail strengthener, too. It's an easy, natural and luxurious way to keep fingernails tough as nails.

Castor oil is a vegetable-based oil that has been used for many home remedies over time, and it is also used in cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications. We love it as a DIY nail strengthener because of its deep-conditioning properties. When used on your nails, it can help keep them moisturized and prevent them from cracking and breaking — and keep them strong. Adding a bit of vitamin E to this DIY mixture helps keep your nails and cuticles further moisturized and protected, too. Essential oils like lavender and eucalyptus not only smell great, but they have antiseptic properties, too.

DIY Nail Strengthener

Supplies:

• 1 teaspoon castor oil
• 2 vitamin E gel capsules, broken open
• Several clean cotton balls
• Small glass container or bowl
• Optional: 3-5 drops eucalyptus or lavender essential oil

Directions:

1. Place the castor oil in a small glass container.
2. Over the glass container, pierce the vitamin E capsules with the tip of a sharp knife. Allow the liquid to drip into the container. Discard the capsules.
3. If you're using essential oil, add 3-5 drops to the mixture and mix with a spoon.
4. Use a clean cotton ball to rub the mixture over your nails, twice a day. Allow the mixture to remain on your nails for about 5 minutes, then gently rub off with a clean cotton ball or tissue.

Nail it with this DIY nail strengthener!

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Women may think they need to go to a salon to get a spa treatment to get their hands to look their best — not so! Keep your hands looking their best with Therapeutic Hand Scrub . You can slough away dry winter skin and see and feel your new revitalized hands. Follow with award-winning Healthy Hand Cream . Your hands are then treated, moisturized, nourished, and protected! Rich in vitamin E, antioxidants and phytosterols — an amazing combination of looking and feeling good.

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Product review

Fake it till you conceal it

Concealers are like chameleons: They adapt to your surroundings and skin shade, and spotting good ones can be tricky. Benefit Cosmetics' latest FakeUp Hydrating Crease-Control Concealer is the most innovative one we've found in a long time... a true miracle worker.

Finding a good concealer can truly be tricky:  We've tried so many in the past, with lukewarm success. And when Benefit Cosmetics' latest FakeUp landed on our desk, we were super curious because of its hydrating component.

FakeUp is not your typical concealer. First of all, it's pretty . Second of all, the concealer color is surrounded by a translucent stick. When I first opened the pretty cap, I was intrigued by the way it looked.

It promises crease control, the ability to hide dark circles and diffusing of fine lines for silky smooth coverage. The hydrating ring, which is one of the coolest skin innovations I have seen, contains vitamin E and apple seed extract. It provides immediate moisturization to the delicate under eye area — which, as we all know, immediately displays signs of stress and fatigue when it lacks hydration. There's also the concealing core , which hides dark circles and helps keep skin smooth. It also diffuses light.

FakeUp comes in three ideal shades: Light, Medium and Deep and promises to keep your skin hydrated for six hours, which is a long stretch of time.

How it measured up

FakeUp was so easy to use underneath the eyes: The coverage was quick and immediate, and the results were instantly visible. In a consumer study, 100 percent of panelists said that the concealer hydrated their skin, and it certainly did mine. It had an extremely silky feeling and went smoothly under the eye area without feeling waxy or sticky. If you've been using liquid concealer in the past and wanted a no-mess, no-fuss option, this is definitely the way to go.

It's considered a lightweight formula, and it hid my dark circles well enough. But if you want more coverage, nothing is stopping you from using this as a primer concealer followed by a concealer you know and love that offers full coverage.

The coverage lasted a long time — at least three hours, at which point I was impressed enough. And I really like the fact that unlike most other concealer sticks, you really didn't have to blend the concealer in with your fingers... the stick did it for you.

All in all, this is a brilliant concealer and one that every beauty junkie should buy. I find it hard to compare it to other brands because it is so unique. Benefit has given us other concealers, like Boi-ing and the brilliant Erase Paste, which is one of a kind. Erase Paste removes all imperfections; for me, it's the concealer you need to have if you've had the worst kind of hangover. But FakeUp is not full coverage like Erase Paste. It's a light coverage, and it's one of the best for what it promises. Also, the other Benefit concealers don't really have a hydrating component. For $29, FakeUp is completely worth it.

Now that's makeup you can benefit from.

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