Article by BR Tabatha
It's a new year which means it's the perfect time to try a new look. And as always, inspiration is everywhere - from the catwalk to the red carpet, from magazines to real people in real life.
Here's our Top Ten trends to watch in 2015.
1. Bright Pink Lips.
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There's a pink for everyone, from Barbie to Candyfloss, but the looks that has us talking are bold, deep pinks, pinks that aren't vaguely red, or almost purple. Just proud pink lips a la Emma Watson.
2. Midlength hair.
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AKA The Lob. The Long Bob is perfect for those who want to shake things up a bit by losing some length, without heading into pixie crop territory. We predict midlength hair to be huge in 2015, it's perfect for seeing out the balayage and ombre trends of 2014 and it suits most hair types - thick, fine, curly, straight.
3. Dewy Skin.
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2014 was definitely the year of the matte finish. The saviour for oily skinned girls became the go-to for any skin type. But we predict 2015 to be full of fresher looks. Let's clear something up - dewy is not shiny. Dewy is healthy, hydrated and highlighted skin with a hint of natural sheen. It's youthful and works on any skin type and colour.
4. 'No makeup' makeup
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Makeup free selfies may have ruled Facebook in 2014 but this year we'll be faking make up free looks, with erm, makeup. Nuder than nude, natural shades and minimal detailing, we predict we'll be looking better than natural in 2015.
5. Negative Space Manicure.
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This sounds a bit technical but basically to make a 2015 manicure on trend you're going to want to show off your natural nail. Try a single precise stripe of colour down one side, or geometric shapes using your natural nail as a contrast.
6. Plaits.
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BR Natalie has been harping on about plaits for the last six months and it looks like she was right. From fishtails to intricate weaves, from messy and back combed to edgy and dark, plaits are set to be huge this year. Check out Vikings for some seriously hardcore inspiration. Oh and don't worry about the next day crinkles - crimped hair is set for a comeback too!
7. Makeup that's good for your skin.
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Last year saw the launch of the Maybelline Better Skin range which actually benefits your skin when you wear it. Gone are the days of pore clogging, flaw hiding makeup. Be prepared for some seriously beneficial makeup products this year.
8. Loose up dos and ponytails.
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Forget super smooth pony tails, or perfectly coiffeured up dos - take bed hair, add a few bobby pins, a couple of loose hair ties and fix with hair spray. We would say hair in 2015 will be quick and easy, but we all know how long it takes to look perfectly undone right?!
9. Even stronger brow game.
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Oh yes, 2014's training in Brow Game wasn't for nothing - 2015's brows are set to be bigger, darker and stronger than ever. So get practising with that brow kit!
10. Mauve to Plum eyes.
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Forget the classic smokey eye and get ready for hues of purple, from plum to mauve, from lilac to deep violet. 2015 eye trends are set to be feminine but strong.
So do any of these trends take your fancy? Will you be trying these trends or clinging to last year's styles?
Get chatting below!
Yes I agree with all of these trends. The dewy skin look is becoming popular and so is the no make up look. I still need to work on perfecting my brows.