5 Ways to Refresh Your Look for Spring
By shelby bramlett
Photo Credit: SpaceJoy
Out with the old, and in with the new. Who doesn’t like to revamp their look for a new season, but perhaps you feel like you are stuck and not sure what to do? Coming out of winter, we often feel gloomy, depressed, and maybe you even packed on a few pounds. Do not fret, let us help you get a jumpstart!
1. Hair
What better way to get ready for spring than taking a look in the mirror? Our hair suffers quite a bit of damage in the wintertime. Being indoors over an extended amount of time can cause scalp build-up and damage due to the dryness associated with climate change. Now is the perfect time to snip those dead ends, use a clarifying shampoo, and a deep conditioning treatment. If you are really looking for a change, there has never been a more perfect time to switch up your hair color by adding in some warmth. Introducing some warm tones like highlights or balayage is a great way to make your skin glow and update your style without going for a complete color overhaul.
2. Skin
Clear away the dullness and bring back your glow! Winter’s dry air and freezing temperatures can lead to dead excess skin, which in turn gives us a dull complexion. Now is the perfect time to encourage renewal and show off a brighter, fresher appearance. A change of season is a great time to treat yourself to a facial or deep cleansing. A hydrating facial can help rejuvenate and reboot your skin. If that is not in your budget, take a look at using a quality clarifying facial scrub enriched with minerals and amino acids. Also, it’s a good time to consider changing out your toner to help avoid clogged pores with the increase of sebum, sweat, and dirt from being outdoors. Find a toner that is for your skin type. If you have been using a heavy cream all winter, it may be time to swap out for a new formula. In spring and summer, a heavy moisturizer is not always necessary because of the increased humidity. After all, you wouldn’t wear your heavy coat all summer, would you? Consider using a light moisturizer with hyaluronic acid. Serums and moisturizers with hyaluronic acid work for many different skin types. Hyaluronic acid attracts water and coats the skin, providing moisture without making it oily. Last but not least, do not forget to add sunscreen to your skincare regimen if you have not done so already.
3. Makeup
With each season, we see an influx of trends in makeup. Spring is the perfect opportunity to vamp up your beauty routine. With warmer temperatures, we tend to incorporate shades of pink and simple makeup looks to replicate dewy, glowing, hydrated skin. Trending this season are soft shimmers and neutral shades like beige, mocha, taupe, and gray. You may even be seeing eyeliner making its way back in hues like green, purple, blue, and burgundy. Following along with a simplified “less-is-more” face, brows are shifting away from the laminated soap brow look and being replaced by fluffy, more natural-looking brows. Clear gel is the perfect choice for keeping them in place. As far as your blush goes, do not be afraid to try some soft coral colors. Finish your look with a gorgeous statement by popping some color on your lips.
4. Wardrobe
No better time to update your wardrobe with some transitional pieces while bringing in new pops of color. With temperatures rising and days getting longer, here are a few ideas to help you. Bring out those floral dresses, and pair them with your favorite cardigans and sweaters. Look for lighter hues of color, and switch out your jeans. Pack away those dark jeans and swap them out for a light wash, white, or even cream-colored denim. White tones are a classic, and when they're added with a punch of color, it is very complementary and clean-looking. This season, look out for beetroot purple, tangelo orange, peachy pink, empire yellow, classic green, blue perennial, vanilla cream, gray lilac, cobalt blue, and macchiato, just to name a few. On the runway, we saw lots of sheer clothing, long skirts, detailed denim, and some awkward shoes. In the mainstream, there is a continuation from fall, clean-lined basics, with a 90’s aesthetic mixed in. Tweed is making a comeback along with big pearls, ballet flats, and classic white slim sneakers.
5. Accessories
There is no better addition to updating your look than adding in some fun accessories! This spring, expect to see oversized bags in pops of color and textures including sequins, fringe, and tassels. Oversized jewelry is a must including chunky hoops, large bracelets, necklaces, and rings with silver tones and extreme color hues. Bucket hats are also making a comeback, along with wide-brim hats. Don’t forget to update your sunglasses as well. Some big hits are retro-inspired glasses, mirrored aviators, and a cat eye for a more glam-style look.
Hopefully, these tips help you get a jumpstart on your new look for spring. Remember – everyone’s tastes and preferences are different. Find a look that reflects who you are as an individual, and don’t be afraid to go out there and show off your new style for spring.
