Just as you have carefully chosen the proper prom dresses for your high school prom and graduation prom, so should you choose the proper makeup for your everyday look. More often than not, the last thing any woman does before leaving the house is to put on a some lipstick. Unlike other forms of makeup, lipstick is easy to use — it doesn’t require much technical know-how, and it looks good even if you wear it alone or with a fully made-up face. Lipstick is also the cheapest way to update your makeup “wardrobe” or experiment with a new look.

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Think pink is too froufrou for you? Think again! The right accent pieces can turn your room into a shabby chic suite.

Spread the Love. The right bedspread can anchor the look of your entire room and pull everything else together. Don’t be afraid to go bold with your choice of sheets — it’s a non-committal way of making a statement of color. Choose bright hues and bold patterns. When having your duvet cover made, sew together two pieces of different fabric back-to-back so you get two looks in an instant.

Nook, Line, and Sinker. Create a delightfully chic sitting area with a few cushions a lot of yummy-colored throw pillows. You don’t need to match everything. Try different colors and materials. Roman shades don’t have to be in white or canvas. Choose a candy-striped fabric for your own curtains, and play with contrasting colors like green.

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These days, every head-turning fashionista knows the power of an eye-catching hair accessory. Thanks to visionary designers, everything from oversized flowers to feathers and brooches can now add glamor to your overall look — only this time, it goes straight to your head. After brooches, headbands are now all the rage when it comes to hair adornment. A famous designer kicked off the trend by wearing her diamond necklace as a headband, but less costly versions abound in embellished styles with beads, sequins, and brooches.

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