6 Looks for Spring '12 that You Can Wear Now

Yes, the days are getting shorter and colder, but there are ways to warm ourself. Ways to keep thinking ahead. According to FASHIONISING.com there are trends set for Spring '12 that we can wrap around now and keep some warmth rolling through the winter.

The runway shows for Spring '12 included looks inspired by historic eras and muses. Check out the mini how-tos for the following six trends.

1. Matte complexion -- The irony of this trend is that to create a timeless look, you need to step away from the trends. This balanced-out skin tone is an inspiration from the 80s and 90s, where a shiny or glossy face was nowhere to be seen.
2. Contoured cheeks -- Napoleon Perdis says, “A high cheek bone with a kiss of peachy pink blush is an epitome of Hollywood glamour. And why wouldn’t you want to look like you’ve just got dressed for the red carpet?” 
3. Bare eyed Mascara --  This 60s-Twiggy-inspired, bare-eyed mascara look has taken the celebrity-filled red carpet by its horns and it’s only fair that you include that in your daily ritual too. This trend is all about the lashes, but the secret is to keep them natural; let the eyeliner or eye shadow go on a much-deserved break.
4. Metallic Colours -- To update your look from summer to fall, include accents of warmer hues in your everyday make-up routine. If plums, violets and olive scare you, then opt for metallic shades. A little dust of silver under the eye or a sparkly topcoat of nail lacquer will not make you look like a teenager. Napoleon suggests, “Don’t be scared to add sparkle during the day. If it makes you feel on-trend and fashionable, brave against the boring and dull crowd on the street”.
5. Brows are bold but feminine -- Not sleeky thin or roughly thick, for the next couple of seasons, brows are strict but groomed. This involves a lot of filling, perhaps even growing them out to get optimum results for next year. For now, stay clear from pointed or bushy looks. Napoleon takes runway inspiration for this season from Oscar de la Renta and Donna Karan for this trend.
6.Nude vs. Classic Red -- This cold war between nude and red lips is a never-ending saga. The bright stained lips have had enough publicity, and Napoleon says this fall, the pout needs a warm nude shade.