2011 Fashion Fix- What’s Hot???

OK, so I confess…I’m officially addicted to maxi dresses. It has been a long-term addiction, and I am glad to say that it can still continue this season. Admittedly, maxi dresses aside, some of the other new-season trends can be harder to master, that’s were Poise comes in to assist you throughout your fashion dilemmas.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

With the spring/summers collections front runners being 70’s styled maxis, jumpsuits, OTT wedges and wide-leg palazzo pants. Yes, you read correctly palazzo pants- they are this seasons ‘it’ item. Slick, smart and super stylish, trust me when I say they suit any shape you just need to find the right pair!

 

 

 

From the simple white lace dresses on Ralph Lauren’s catwalk, to the clashing of bright and bold summer hues kicking up a storm in both Dior and Fendi’s 2011 spring/summer collections, there’s bound to be something that catches your eye. Now all you need to know is how to wear it high-street style!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

High-End to High-Street

High-End to High-Street

 

Catwalk looks at high-street price tags is every girls dream. With the Poise beauty team at the ready, we selected a group of 7 friends from The University of Lincoln and spoilt them for the day. Hair, make-up and new clothes from a variety of different high-street stores all found on Lincoln’s high-street.

 

Becca, 19 University of Lincoln.Wearing: High-waisted Shorts, £32, Vest, £6, T-shirt, £18, Denim waistcoat, £32. All Topshop. Brown Armyboots, £15. Primark
Left to Right, Leoni, 20, Helen, 21 both from The University of Lincoln. Wearing: Khaki Skinny Jeans, £42, Brown Satin Shirt, £40. Oasis. Tan Sandals £14.99. New Look. Blue Floral Palazzo Pant, £34.99, Cream Top, £21.99. River Island. Brown Ballet Pumps, £10.99. Sainsburys.
Jenn,19 Lincoln University. Wearing: Floral Maxi Dress, £75, Cropped Denim Jacket, £40, Gold Multi-chain Necklace, £15. Topshop. Tan Sandals, £14.99. New Look.
Heather, 19 University of Lincoln. Wearing: Vintage Lace shirt, £24.99, High-waisted Denim Skirt, £21.99, Nude High-heels, £19.99.All New Look. Skinny Tan Waist-Belt, £1.99. Primark.
Belle, 19, University of Lincoln. Wearing this summers hottest look 'colour bombing'. Orange Circle Skirt and Belt, £34.99, Pink Vest, £8.99. River Island. Pink High-heels, £19.99. New Look. Gold owl Necklace, £1.99. Dorothy Perkins.
Cover Girl, Jodie Bartlett, 19, University of Lincoln. Wearing: Animal Print Jumpsuit, £65 Topshop. Black Shoe-boots, £24.99. New Look.

Festival Frenzy

Festival Frenzy

 

This time every year thousands of students across the country, are online or on the phone trying to buy tickets to a festival where their favourite bands and artists are playing, from V-fest to Glastonbury there is a festival to suit everyone. If this happens to be your first year going to a festival do not despair Poise are here to help. We have been out on the streets, and asking our friends to find out what are their top tips are for a fabulous hassle free festival weekend.

 

1-      Wellies are an essential for any festival goer, they keep your feet are snug and dry for the whole weekend.

2-      Tent, I think this speaks for itself really!

 

3-      Sleeping bag, to keep you nice and cosy in your tent.

 

4-      First Aid Kit, with paracetamol, waterproof plaster, antihistamine and after bite.

 

5-      Padlock and Key, it may seem silly as it is only  tent, and if they wanted your things badly enough they could get it. But it’s always better to at least make the effort to keep your things safe!

 

6-      Waterproof clothing, we all know how unpredictable whether in the UK can be.

 

7-      Jumper, to snuggling into on the cold evenings. That’s if you’re alone of course!

 

8-      SUNCREAM!! This is one thing everyone always forgets, you may not be in the south of France but the sun will still burn you!

 

9-      Sun hat, yes I did just say sunhat. Don’t worry about looking out of place; after all you will be in the middle of a field with thousands of people that haven’t really showered in days!

 

10-   Dry shampoo. This creation is a god send for us fashion conscious hippies, who are wanting to both live in the moment but to also look good doing it.

 

Happiness in a bottle (or a pot, or a compact…)

Happiness in a bottle (or a pot, or a compact…)

 

From Calvin Klein to Mark Jacobs this summer’s catwalk make-up has all been about natural shades and colours, fashion may be bright but your makeup shouldn’t be.

 

Using a light moisturizing foundation like Clarins Skin Illusion Natural radiance (£24) for a day look that will help to even out your skin tone and give a great base to work with, add Benefits Bella Bamba Blush (£23.50) to give your face a naturally healthy glow. Using Clinique’s Limited Edition- Pretty in Prints Compact (£25) will brighten up your eyes; finish them off with a black Fabulous Lash: Miss Sporty Mascara (£2.99) to frame. And finally tie the look together by Benefit Posie Tint Lip Stain (£24)