2014 RECAP // HAIR + FASHION {part 2}

Hey there!

Welcome to part 2 of my recap of all the styles and trends of 2014. In part 1 of my 2014 recap I talked about the best nail art and make-up looks of 2014. If you haven't already seen that, click here: part 1 - nails and make-up! In this post {part 2}, I'll be discussing what was in my opinion the best hairstyles and fashion tends. Enjoy!

Hairstyles:

The Bob
This style is so cute and looks great on everyone. It appeared mid way through the year, and by the end almost everyone was wearing it!

Left to right: Keira Knightly, Scarlett Johansson, Ginnifer Goodwin (all photos from Getty Images)

The Lob (long bob)
For those who are not brave enough to get such a massive chop, but want something fresh and fashionable, the lob is perfect. The long bob suits so many face shapes and hair types, and that's why it's so popular! It's been seen on so many celebrities - including - proving it's popularity.

Left to right: Lily Cillins, Emma Watson, Alexa Chung (all photos from Getty images)

Braids and Plaits
Braids and plaits are the cutest thing ever which is why the style and fashion community were happy to have them this year a a major trend. Wearing a fancy braid makes you classy, fun, and sophisticated - need I say more?

Left to right: Jennifer Lawerance, Nina Dobrev, Karen Gillan (all photos from Getty Images)

Fashion trends:

Tartan and plaid
Tartan and plaid was such a big thing in autumn, and is here to stay for the next cold season - yay!

Left to right: Jade Thirlwall, Emma Watson, Rita Ora (photos from google images)

Bohemian/festival style
This is another trend of 2014 that is here to stay for 2015. It's cute, comfortable and stylish - making this trend perfect for summer. Get the best boho style clothes from Dotti.

Left to right: Ashley Tisdale, Vanessa Hudgens, Steph Smith (1 pic from google, next from a magazine, last from instagram)

Crop tops
Crop tops are also part of the festival boho trend, but they are also in a league of their own. They can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Find cute crop tops at Cotton on, Sportgirl and Dotti.

Left to right: Jessica Alba, Kylie Jenner, Maria Menounos

And that's it for my fashion, style and beauty review of 2014! Comment if you liked this review and what fashion trends you hope are popular this year. For me, that would be crop tops - I love them so much.

Bridget xx

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2014 RECAP // MAKE - UP + NAIL ART {part 1}

As 2014 has come to a close, I've decided to take a look back at all the best trends of the year. There were so many! Over the next few posts I will be talking about and discussing my favourite looks of 2014... so stay tuned for that! Here are my top make-up trends:

The Orange lip
From bright neon to pale corals, the orange lip was massive. Although I was never brave enough to go bright orange, I still loved the pinky coral shade. They key to this trend was which colours perfectly complemented your skin tone.

Left to Right: Emma Watson, Scarlett Johansson, Jessica Alba

Best lip products:

1. Covergirl

2. MAC

3. Revlon

4. Sportsgirl

A Golden Glow

As the world is becoming more aware of the risks of tanning, the beauty world has taken a step in the right direction - faking the bronzed glow. Whether that's bronzer, body shimmer or a tanning lotion - there's options for everyone.

Left to Right: Blake Lively, Hayden Panettiere, Jennifer Lawrence

Products I love:

1. Best self-taners list

2. Rimmel Bronzer

3. Body shimmer

The Boy-Brow

Cara Delevingne and Lily Collins are the leaders of this trend (well in my opinion anyways) and it has taken the world by storm. Say goodbye to thin arched brows, because they won't be coming back for a while.

Left to Right: Cara Delevingne, Lily Collins

Best Brow shapers/groomers:

1. Maybelline brow kit

2. Mac brow kit

3. The best brow shaping products list

And my favourite nail trends:

Au Naturel 

What I love about the nude colour trend is that it looks very professional, sleek, and goes with everything. The colours range from brown tones to pinky shades, which means that there is a colour to suit everybody's skin tone (because after all, your skin colour is actually 'nude').

Left to Right: Olivia Wilde, Jennifer Lawrence

My favourite colours:

1. Sally Hansen - Naked ambition

2. Essie - Fed up

3. OPI - Step right up!

Midnight Muse

Dark shades such as plum, burgundy and navy blue were seriously on trend this year, and for a good reason - they're gorgeous!

Left to Right: Rhianna, Kylie Jenner, Demi Lovato

Some awesome shades:

1. Nails in stallion - Topshop

2. Black Cherry Chutney - OPI

3. Velvet Voyage - Essie 

I hope you enjoyed this style of post - comment bellow if you liked it and want to see more! Also, what were your favourite trends from 2014?

Bridget xx

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P.P.S. Photo credits go to google images - I counldn't find the exact location of all the pictures sorry