I know all we blog about is hair to enhance your look, but what about the rest of your face? What happens if you want fringe to draw attention to your eyes but don’t feel the size and shape of your eyes are dynamic enough to carry it off? Typically, the solution is probably heavy kohl eyeliner. However, I’ve discovered myself a few years back the wonders of falsies. You would think that they’re only used for professional photo shoots or celebrity events. Surprisingly, in this recession I’ve noticed increased trends and needs for false eyelashes for the everyday woman. Even the First Lady Michelle Obama has been following the trend.  She’s mentioned during interviews I’ve seen to say that she’s worn false eyelashes most recently last month in the UK. To me, false eyelashes enhance the eyes more than just eyeliner.  They open up the eye and thus your entire face as well. The accessory adds a more feminine charm and come-hither aspect to the eyes.

 
Falsies are not just for drag queens, movie stars or even First Ladies. Just like wigs, false eyelashes come in a variety of shapes, lengths, densities and materials. They can be used to dramatize or subtly enhance the eyes.  Wigs and false eyelashes have more in common than you’d think! I’ve seen $400 fox fur eyelashes down to a set of $2 synthetic fiber lashes. In any case, legendary film maker D.W. Griffith was a genius. Who would have thought that by him hiring a wigmaker to construct eyelashes from human hair and gauze in the early 1900s would lead to this? Just as he had intended for the false eyelashes to do, they create a glamorous wide-eyed look.
Most known for headlining the fashion world with their coveted couture eyelashes is Shu Uemura.  Their lashes range anywhere from $20-$95 for a pair.   Currently on my most wanted list: Farfallina lashes from Shu’s Tokyo Lash Bar 2009 collection just released today:

 
They are the perfectly romantic pair to dress up the eyes for the doe-eyed look.  I’m thinking to try this with Still Curls by Forever Young this weekend. 

 
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Summer Wedding Hairstyles We Love

 
It’s starting to finally feel like summer!  It’s definitely the preferred season for weddings.  Aside from the dress and makeup, another important component to the wedding day look is having the perfect hair.  I’ve come across some of my own favorite hairstyles while helping my girl friends with their weddings for this season.  My favorites range from glamorous to bohemian.
Classic:
A low knotted bun or low side swept pony tail is flattering and conservative no matter the gown. Try simple clean makeup for a timeless look in your photos.  You can never go wrong w/ a classic look.

Glamourous:
Bouffants and teased crowns will add the red-carpet aspect to your style for the special day.  The idea is stunning elegance. Try emphasizing one feature only with makeup.  Either heavy colored lips or a smokey eye.  Having both would overwhelm your face and detract attention from a focal point. If your hair is very exaggerated, try going with a nude palette for makeup that’s sharply understated to contrast the hair.
 

 

 
Casual:
These styles are great for outdoor weddings.  They do well even if it’s a bit breezy.  The basics of these styles are free-flowing tresses that are styled to look natural and beach ready.  Be free with your makeup options here. Go for a bronzier look if your planning to tan or be near the beach.  Try cooler palettes if your setting is more of a garden type environment.
 

 

 
Romantic:
Like straight from a storybook fairytale, this style should make you feel like a princess on your special day.  Here we have styles that emphasize warmth, sweetness and in some cases a slight playfulness with the loose curls. Makeup here should be fairly warm and emphasize the romantic style in your hair. Try shades of peach blush suitable for your skin tone or even a stained lip to emphasize a youthfulness to the look.
 

 

 
Bohemian:
For the free-spirit, loose touseled and unkempt hair is the rule.  Try adding hair accessories to glamourize your wavy hair.  Try makeup earth-tones like nudes, browns, pinks and peaches.  Peachy-pink lips are perfect to compliment this style.
 

 
Modern:
Styles for the ultimately chic women,  this hair emphasizes a woman with a bold statement.  Lines are defined and sleek reflecting the modern take on beauty and feminine qualities. Don’t be afraid to try liquid eyeliner for a well-defined edgy eye to pair with a sharp hair-do.  Be bold but simple with hair accessories here.  The idea is to make a statement, but in a minimalist way.