The new year is finally here! It’s the start of a brand-new decade – and that means it’s time to really change up your fashion game.

Even though there are a few weeks to go before summer comes to an end and the idea of shopping for winter wear may seem far off, the cooler temperatures will be here before you know it.

Photo by Adrian Motroc. Unsplash

Spring has sprung. It is time for a well-known spring cleaning. As well as your flat, you also deserve a makeover. Every woman should treat herself with a couple of indulging treatments in order to get ready for the summer. Let’s check out some of the most popular cosmetic treatments that you should try this year.

Lip Threading


Photo by Pexels

Various alternatives to traditional treatments have emerged. That is also the case with lip fillers. Lip Threading is a brand new way to make your lips look plump. It is a new procedure where threads, composed of poly-L-lactic acid, or PLLA, a biocompatible synthetic substance, are placed into the lip to stimulate collagen production. Both the shape and the size of the lip are changed. This is different from traditional lip fillers, where hyaluronic acid is injected. Unfortunately, lip threading is said to be more uncomfortable.

So, why do women like it? Well, the trend of looking as if you are not wearing much or any makeup is continuing in 2019 and threaded lips look more natural than lips with fillers. Nothing fake is added here, it is just an improvement to your lips. 

Microblading

As it is said above, the “no makeup-makeup” trend dominates in 2019. When it comes to permanent makeup trends, microblading is more popular than ever. It will give your eyebrows flawless look and shape. In addition, your brows won’t come off after swimming or sweating. Your brows will look perfect even at the beach!

Microblading is a treatment that imitates hair strokes, thus making your brows look feathery and full. You no longer have to waste time on filling those gaps with a brow pencil or mascara and make your brows visible and thick. This procedure is neither complicated nor painful. However, be careful when you choose your microblading artist. Make sure your artist has completed reputable microblading training and gained a certificate and a license. Also, you want someone who is experienced and has a lot of recommendation.

Mesotherapy


Photo by Pexels

Mesotherapy has been here for quite some time. It seems like women will not give it up in 2019. Why would they? This procedure that involves the injection of a mixture of vitamins, enzymes, hormones and plant extracts has given great results in skin rejuvenating. It will iron your face, making it soft and clean.

Mesotherapy can be used for other body parts as well. Also, a no-needle mesotherapy is becoming more popular, thus making this procedure more approachable to those who are afraid of needles.

Non-surgical Nose Job

Non-surgical operations are more and more popular. A nose job done without an actual surgery is a new trend. It is also known as liquid rhinoplasty and includes the injection of hyaluronic acid. The nose is shaped to look more attractive and the small imperfections are hidden. It lasts one to two years, after which a touchup is required. However, it is easily reversed if you are not satisfied with the results. Another perk is that it is much faster and less painful than the traditional nose job.

Even though it does not include an actual surgery, a liquid rhinoplasty carries some risks. Therefore, you need to be cautious and choose a licensed esthetician do perform the procedure. Otherwise, some complications might come up.

Body Contouring


Photo by Pexels

You have to start preparing your beach body on time. Hitting the gym or going for a run will definitely give the best results. Also, cut down on sweets and watch what you eat. However, cellulite is very persistent and it takes a lot to get rid of it. It seems like nothing eliminates it completely. Fortunately, there are treatments to reduce the amount of it.

Body contouring is also a non-surgical procedure. There are different ways of fat reduction. Basically, fat cells are targeted and destroyed and the certain body part is reshaped. It can be done in different ways such as laser energy, controlled heating and ultrasound technology, injectable deoxycholic acid or freezing temperatures to target and destroy fat cells. This is an excellent treatment that will help you get an attractive bikini body. 

Photo source: Unsplash

In high-fashion and fast-fashion menswear-inspired pieces have become an indispensable part of many a collection. Take for instance, Erdem, who created an entire spring 2019 line inspired by “Stella and Fanny, who in fact were Frederick Park and Ernest Boulton, who lived as women in the 1860s.” The collection is absolutely stunning, and it’s a perfect amalgamation of the masculine pieces turned feminine. Women have been drawing inspiration for their outfits for decades – just look at Diane Keaton in Annie Hall – the woman actually took actual menswear pieces and made them her own.

Decades later, we’re still obsessed with this type of style, and given that numerous designers have created brand new pieces of this variety for us to integrate into our outfits, let’s see what the five essential menswear-inspired garments are and how we can rock them and still retain a certain air of femininity.

The Bold Type


Photo source: Unsplash

Not just a name of a TV series, but an ultra-glamorous, surprisingly feminine look completely snagged from the gentlemen. We’ve gotten pretty familiar with the concept of the power suit, but one of the biggest fashion icons of today – Blake Lively, has taken it upon herself to show us how it’s really done. The actress has recently appeared to a number of events rocking conspicuously men-inspired suits, complete with wide-leg pants – like in those older, more traditional men’s suits, and she has even upgraded the look with pinstripes, vests and even ties. Just looking at her makes us wonder – is it Blake, or do suits actually look better on women? Dear fellas, we didn’t want to step onto your territory, but if suits keep getting this good, we just might be obliged to.

The Best Of Both Worlds


Photo source: Unsplash

Sure, sneakers are universal. However, most sportswear brands have made sure that there is a clear distinction between men’s and women’s sneakers. However, we did manage to find a loophole in one of the world renowned Skechers brand, which has somehow managed to create the perfect sneakers which are in no one’s and both lands at the same time. The design and some of the colors are clearly masculine, but we can totally picture ourselves pulling a Bella Hadid and rocking them full-athleisure style with black leggings, a puffer jacket and a hoodie. Just as no one puts baby in the corner, no one tells us which colors of sneakers are for women. We will be making that decision, thank you very much.

Take It Away


Photo source: Unsplash

The next time you go shopping for shirts, make sure you turn left or right – wherever the men’s department is. That is where you will find the impeccable and iconic crisp, white Oxford shirt that you can rock perfectly. Men’s shirts have, for some reason, always been better than women’s, so just grab one in a size that will fit you right – meaning, a tad loose, but in your size and you can rock it with a great deal of items. It’s such a versatile piece of clothing that you can rock it with a full-on power suit, high-rise culottes and a fitted blazer, on its own with a cool pair of boyfriend jeans, or even with a pencil skirt. Leave a few buttons undone for an air of nonchalance, roll up the sleeves when the mood strikes you, and voila – you have the perfect top for any and every occasion.

They’re already called that


Photo source: Unsplash

We’ve already mentioned them, but they still do deserve a room of their own – the mighty boyfriend jeans. We have a firm belief that boyfriend jeans will never go out of style, as they are the perfect mixture of masculine and feminine vibes. The degree of the individual ‘vibe’ always depends on what you pair them with. If worn with an oversized blazer and oxford shoes – you’ll definitely have a more masculine look. If worn with a fitted blazer, a dressy top or an ultra-breezy feminine blouse, they’ll lean more on the feminine side. That is what makes them so perfect – their incredible power of modification and transformation. That is what also makes them one of the must-haves.

The Original Boy Piece


Photo source: Unsplash

We’ve come to our last must-have piece, one that you probably already own, but perhaps weren’t aware it originally belonged to men. Yes, it’s one of the first pieces we took and made our own – the motto leather jacket. Hey, it’s such a cool and versatile piece that can, given the right combo, look super-edgy and even make you look a little tough if you want to, or be completely casual and. It’s no wonder we drew inspiration from men, adapted the jacket to fit and flatter our bodies and it’s now a signature staple of women’s fashion.

So, now that we’ve come to the end, how many of these items do you own and which ones will you be purchasing first? Hey, if you have a man in your life – steal his Oxford shirt. We steal their hoodies, why stop there?

1. Avoiding Wearing More Than One Bold Colour


Photo credit: unsplash.com

It is a common misconception that you can only wear one bold colour at a time at the risk of visual offence. However, a phenomenon has hit the 2018 runways known as colour blocking, a technique that allows you to go daring with your bold colours and yes, wear them at the same time. Colour blocking is when a garment or outfit is composed of finite blocks of colour. Leading designers have revisited this trend which was hugely popular in the 1960’s and 80’s by adding a modern twist to create unique and exciting styles that have been adopted by high-street retail. It may seem as though it is not the easiest trend to pull off however with a little guidance, you can ditch the old habits of wearing one colour at a time and start colour-blocking.

A top tip when it comes to colour blocking is to wear a belt. The general rule for ladies designer belts this season is the bigger the better. This is perfect when it comes to colour blocking as a thick black or brown belt will neutralise and break up the bold colours, as well as accentuate the waistline.

2. Same Sizing It for Everything


Photo credit: unsplash.com

Sizing can vary dramatically according to the store, brand and item of clothing so it is important that you don’t always go for a set size as this can lead to ill-fitting clothes which is a definite fashion mistake. Cheaper clothing typically fits way bigger so instead of worrying about numbers, it is better to pay attention to how things look on your body. Purchasing clothes that fit a desired weight is also a big mistake when it comes to fashion as aspirational shopping is not only a waste of money, but a waste of space in the wardrobe as the clothes you buy sit unused until you reach your fitness goals. It is much smarter to invest in your new wardrobe once you have reached your fitness goals.

In order to choose the right size, it is always best to try the clothes on when you are in the shop to avoid disappointment when you get home and another trip to return the ill fitted items. Make use of the sizing charts and ignore the tags as this will give you a more accurate size guiding designed to be more personalized to your body shape and size.

3. Believing that Menswear Should be Worn by Just Men


Photo credit: unsplash.com

A trend that has dominated the winter fashion season is the oversized look, whether this be sweatshirts, t-shirts or coats. When looking for oversized items, it is always a good idea to have a look in the mens section as this can often give you the perfect oversized fit that you are looking for.
A classic way to transform menswear into womenswear is by ditching the dress and wearing a men’s shirt as an alternative. This looks super cute with bare legs and some heels to add some femininity to the shirt, whilst still innkeeping with the shirts formal masculinity. Shapeless blazers with large shoulder pads can also very easily transform a boring outfit into something cute and chic perfect for a smart-casual vibe.

4. Low Waist Jeans with Crop Top

A trend from the 90s and 2000s that should most certainly be left there. Crop tops can still be part of the necessity section in the wardrobe, along with low rise jeans however the two should no-longer be paired no matter how much you like your stomach. Pair your crop-top with a high-waisted pair of jeans as this is super flattering for the figure and accentuates your waistline. High-waisted trousers also give the illusion of an elongated lower body tricking the eye into thinking you are taller and slimmer.

5. Different Belt and Shoe Colour

This rule should be taken loosely as it doesn’t always apply. If your belt is neutral coloured such as black or brown, then wear whatever coloured shoe you wish. A black belt with some leopard print boots would work really well together as long as the rest of the outfit remains neutral and black. A bold belt and bold coloured shoes should be avoided as these will clash. When it comes to bold prints it is best to have one piece that is centre of attention, instead of two pieces fighting for attention.