Summer 2012 Hairstyle Ideas for On-the-Go Girls

Trying new looks can be a tricky thing, yet with the right tips you can surprise everyone with a roll-worthy appearance! This season, get creative and update your style with these quick summer 2012 hairstyles for on-the-go-girls! Simple and easy as saying 'fab 'do!'

Twists, knots, braids, messy ponys, just-rolled-out-of-bed locks, or ravishing accessories, it's your time to steal the spotlight this season trying some of the hottest and easiest summer 2012 hairstyle ideas for on-the-go-girls. Forget complicated styles and opt instead for simple ones. With just a few tricks and tips you can get attention-grabbing 'dos and recreate the looks spotted on the runways. You can keep your tresses loose and obtain a bed-head aspect (Givenchy) or dare the androgynous wet effect (Ohne Titel, Giambattista Valli) for maximum impact!

For an instant change, take a peek at Jill Stuart's side-swept 'do or at ADAM's refined waves! Add some bohemian sexiness and mystery with a tousled look making a deep side parting rolling one section in the back or pull back two pieces for a romantic result. You can also stand out with some rockabilly rolls as seen at Tracy Reese. Achieve the 'do at home gathering a hair section and wrapping it around a chopstick. Next, roll it upward until the entire roll is on the scalp. Secure with bobby pins. Easy as saying 'fab'!

Don't worry! You're not the only one facing a hectic lifestyle and busy schedules! Well, for those days when you just cannot find the time to style your hair, experts always come with smart solutions in order to solve your issues. Season after season, they bring newer versions of timeless 'dos that you can recreate at home with the minimum amount of effort. Such is the case of the already famous braid (Francesco Scognamiglio, ASHISH). Perfect for sunny summer days, a side braid looks so modern and feminine and it only takes two minutes to get it right.

Another 'do that never goes out of style is the high and tight chignon (Sophie Theallet, Stella McCartney). Elegant and chic, the chignon works great for casual looks as well as for special, formal occasions. Pull your hair back into a ponytail smoothing down any flyaways and wrap it into a chignon. For a clean, glamorous finish apply some hold hairspray.

Are you on the hunt for something more spectacular and innovative? Have a nosey at Marc by Marc Jacobs' ponytail-bun hybrid. You can create this apparently complicated 'do by yourself making a pony, folding it upward, securing it with a long barrette before flipping it back down toward the nape of the neck and securing it with a second clip.

Other uber-cool summer 2012 hairstyles for on-the-go-girls are the ones spotted at Missoni and 3.1 Phillip Lim. Still, the 'do that drew all our attention was the looped ponytail seen at Carolina Herrera. Start by making a center parting and pull your hair into a low ponytail. Then, loop the pony underneath the elastic band and leave some face-framing flyaways for a romantic vibe.

What is fun, colorful yet super-chic and bewitching and can change your look in seconds? A stylish hair accessory, of course! Every girl should have some interesting accessories in her wardrobe as these are the easiest and quickest ways to give a mega-boost to your appearance. Whether it's a lovely headband or a cheerful scarf, these are items that allow you to get a variety of creative looks. This season, you can update a simple bun with a precious headband as spotted at Louis Vuitton or add interest to your messy ponytail securing it with a scarf (Emilio Pucci).

Sometimes a scarf can bring that head-turning finish you need in order to make an entrance. Moreover, a scarf not just refreshes your look but it is also a great method to protect you against UV rays. Stay stylish in the sun and try the "woman in the desert" look as seen at Nicholas K. Or, you can go glam using chic hair cover-ups as the ones at Luca Luca. This season, be daring, complete your ensembles with a unique hair accessory and surprise everyone with a notice-me-now appearance.

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5 Popular hairstyles for spring/summer 2012

It is time to get rid of anything that is not helping you to put your best face forward, and your hairstyle is no exception. For men, 2012 is a year of haircut versatility.

In 2012 men's hairstyle, we can see the incarnation of the rockabilly hairstyle. Originally pioneered by musicians like Jonny Cash and Elvis, the inspired retro hair can be seen in the menswear fashion shows over the past few years. This hairstyle constituted slick back hair where the top was kept longer in length while the back and the sides are short. The hair could be parted, slicked back or pompadour. This hairstyle works even in a conservative environment.

It was only a few short years ago that the undercut hairstyle would have been considered a haircut solely for the young and the daring. But now, the undercut sits as one of the most fashionable and versatile options in 2012. It is a great option because this haircut is capable of working with plenty of other hairstyles and is suitable for anyone with straight or wavy hair capable of growing the top long. It is also a great hairstyle to conceal a receding hairline.

 

Short and curly, it is a hairstyle that connotes a relaxed lifestyle. This entangled, interlocked and messy hairstyle is one of the trendy styles for this season. However, this hairstyle is only suitable for people with natural, curly hair. Avoid faking the curls as the end result will not look as good as the ones with natural head of wavy hair.

The Brit rock hairstyle is a hair swept forwards style for young guys that give them a fringe. This hairstyle is suitable for guys with everything from straight to curly hair. This haircut is all about length through the top. However, this hairstyle is not as simple as sweeping your hair forwards. It takes the right hair cut and the right products to exhibit the perfect Brit rock hairstyle.

If you are looking for a hairstyle that is easy on the maintenance and portrays masculinity, an ultra-defined buzz cut is the best choice. This square-shaped cut makes any man's face appear more masculine, it is easy to maintain and it looks sharp and sexy at the same time. It is perfect for the season where the weather is hot and you tend to sweat more.

5 Designer Watches of the Month

Wrist watches are the best fashion accessories. Not only are they functional, they serve as a statement piece too and are on a par with the most valuable jewelry. Each year wrist watches companies come up with various stylish and beautiful watches. With so many choices in the market, it is best to invest in a good watch that will take you further ahead.

Swiss watch-making company Tissot presents their latest creation that promises precision, performance and style, the Tissot Heritage PR 516. The watch is protected with scratch-proof sapphire crystals and beneath it, is a choice of silver, black or blue dial.

Celebrating the 80^th birthday of Jack Heuer, TAG Heuer prepared a Limited Edition of Carrera Jack Heuer 80^th birthday watch. It is distinctive by the traditional chronograph layout which was used on the original model from 1964. Red details on the dial and hands are a nice touch too. The watch is available either with a stylish black calf strap with red lining or the standard stainless steel bracelet.

For those who travel the world, you will be delighted to know that Rolex has produced the first Rolex with two time zones and an annual calendar that discreetly marks the passage of the months. The Sky-Dweller displays the local time via centre hands and a chosen reference time via a rotating disc visible on the dial. The watch allows global travelers to select the individual functions to be set easily.

Omega presents a new collection of watches, the Specialities Olympic Collection London 2012 that is bound to impress. The steel-red gold on leather strap watch has features such as self-winding chronograph movement with column wheel mechanism and Co-Axial Escapement for greater precision stability and durability of the movement.

Famous watch and jewelry manufacture, Cartier, presents a new series of timepieces that set standards in terms of technology, design and material. The Rotonde de Cartier Perpetual Calender is crafted in a polished pink gold case with black alligator straps and gold clasps. The gorgeous feature about this watch would be the sapphire crystal case-back for self-winding movement and blue sword-shaped central hour and minute hands on a silver dial.

One thing is certain—a wrist watch for men has never been 'just a watch' from way back. They became fashion accessories and designs started to be equally important as functionality. However, it all depends on a man's personal taste and style.

Gisele Bundchen for Esprit Spring 2012

Supermodel Gisele Bundchen has joined hands with Esprit to promote the label's spring 2012 designs. The casual chic Brazilian goddess looks amazing donning the spring creations signed by Esprit, so check out the designs and pick your new season favorites!

Supermodel Gisele Bundchen has scored yet another gig with Esprit, this time promoting the brand's spring 2012 collection. Since everything Gisele touches seems to turn into gold, the collection will probably become a huge success. With a very laid back style but one that catches the eyes, Esprit's spring 2012 collection can conquer from first glimpse especially the heart of those who put a high price on comfort and quality. Esprit aims to bring contemporary-vibe casual elements that fuse comfort and style perfectly and it seems that the brand has managed to reach this goal easily by creating ensembles that fall loosely around the body and that manage to avoid looking boring.

If you're all about practicality and you wouldn't trade feeling great in your outfit than the brand's spring 2012 collection is a perfect match for you as Gisele Bundchen demonstrates posing with the label's trendy ensembles. You don't have to suffer for fashion to look great as there are an array of stylish yet comfy items that you can mix and match to underline your fashion-forward personality without having to put on a fake smile as the outfits make you feel uncomfortable.

With an array of lovely tees, knitted pullovers, sweatshirts, shirts, coats and trousers to choose from creating a look that defines you will be easy. Soft lines that enhance the silhouette without clinging to your body making it hard to breath dominate the entire spring 2012 line and this is exactly what helps the outfits feel like they are weightless. Tailoring and the quality of the fabrics are the key to a successful, flattering and comfortable outfit, and Esprit has nailed all these elements a long time ago.

The color palette chosen for this season are universally flattering mixing nudes with warm tones and timeless non-colors, hues that collaborate perfectly together and which help add a certain chic, fresh and youthful vibe to one's look. Rock the new season in style with Esprit, so browse through the label's collection and pick your new season favorites.

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Skincare DOs and DONTS for Spring/Summer 2012

Caring for your skin is a year long process, but even more so during the summer and winter months where the weather is harsher on the skin. Summer is when the skin tends to produce a whole lot more of oil. Hence, daily cleansing, weekly exfoliation and a few other skin cares are important rituals during this season.



Practice the habit of cleansing every day in summer to avoid oil from accumulating and solidifying on your skin. Clogged pores can cause some nasty consequences. However, avoid using any deodorant soap on your face. These soaps may contain harsh ingredients that your skin may be sensitive to. L'Oreal Men Expert Hydra Sensitive Cleansing Foaming Cream is the perfect choice for sensitive skin. It gently cleanses and helps reinforce the skin's natural resilience that will leave your skin feeling soft, smooth and perfectly cleansed. $14.90 from Amazon.

Exfoliating sloughs off dead skin hence do it at places where your razor doesn't reach. However, exfoliation should not happen on a daily basis. Your skin needs recovery time in-between exfoliations. Pay attention to the cleansers you use because some cleansers also act as mild exfoliates.

Another important point in skin care during this hot season is to not over-shave. Shaving produces micro-cuts and shaving everyday will cause your skin to work overtime as it combats repairing itself and protecting itself against harmful UV rays. Summer is all about being outside and overstressing your skin can wreak havoc. Fusion ProGlide Clear Shave Gel by Gillette is the perfect product for a more precise shaving experience. The transparent and non-foaming shave gel gives you a clear view of the hair you are shaving and the gel contains lubricants for incredible shaving comfort. $8.98 from Amazon.

Excessive sun exposure is unhealthy to the skin. Overexposure can develop serious skin diseases. Remember to constantly use sunscreen for your skin and reapply them whenever you are sweating or in water. Ultra Defense Sunscreen from Banana Boat contains Vitamin E while offering advanced protection without drying out the skin.

Don't forget to care for your lips too! Winter is not the only season that can be tough on your lips. NIVEA for Men Replenishing Lip Balm is specially engineered to provide long lasting protection without leaving a visible residue. This SPF 4 lip balm is enriched with Vitamin E, fragrance-free and helps protect against the sun and wind. You can get this must have item from Amazon at $17.49.

Caring for your skin is just as important for men as they are for women. Be smart about your skin and you'll have the promise of good and healthy skin all year long.

Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply Spring 2012 Lookbook

Bohemian chic ensembles take center stage in the Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply spring 2012 lookbook. Join the fashion armada and sport laid-back modern looks during the hot season.

The ultra-popular Ralph Lauren label is aiming its style arrow at the young fashion fold eager to rock the hottest laid-back and relaxed looks. Old-school denim overalls and chic shorts add a boho fun allure to the signature clothing style of fashionistas. The Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply spring 2012 lookbook provides us with a generous source of inspiration to update our wardrobe to the newest runway-inspired trends. Whether you're hanging out with your friends on the beach or you're in a quest for seasonal outfit elements, these apparel ideas will definitely land you in the spotlight.

Channel your farmer-girl spirit into complex and versatile ensembles. Let your creativity and fondness for comfort lead the accessorizing and styling process. Ralph Lauren is the name of the game, if you're ready to put some fun into fashion. Check out the new repertoire of sexy short-shorts, gorgeous tank tops and chic cowboy boots and hit the local fashion store to make long-term style investments and incorporate iconic staples into your signature clothing style.

Give a quick vitality boost to your closet with some of these A-list denim pieces and dazzling accessories. This time skip the perfectly-polished looks and nail down a more festival chic ensemble. With this pocket-friendly and youthful brand Ralph Lauren celebrates the rise of 'It' girls prepared for the new renaissance of denim. Moreover, as illustrated in the lookbook every girl is encouraged to come up with surprising and edgy options of mix/matching different fabrics and shades.

Suit-all jackets, chic ruffled and minimalist style tank tops and t-shirts give you an idea on where to start the transformation from. Use these basics to build up a new season wardrobe which allows you to feel comfortable and sexy in your skin.Indigo and red are some of the top shades the complete collection is based around. Furthermore, we have a selection of must have accessories including the XXL slouchy denim bags, woven belts, bandana, stacked jewelry and boho style scarves.

The latest Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply collection packed with rugged fabrics, washed out jeans designs and chic bandana prints will offer you the privilege to stand out from the urban jungle with your unique and impressive look.

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