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The New Normal: Remixed Basics by DKNY
By Nia Schindle on 2017/03/27Our closet is packed with can’t-go-without essentials: a classic white tee, dark-wash denim, soft cashmere sweaters. Failsafe? Yes. Innovative? Not so much. While we would never ditch these wardrobe staples all together, we’re starting the new season off right by giving our basics a much-needed refresh. The key is well-thought details that make a subtle statement, small intricacies or surprising […] -
Get a Prismatic Glow With Holographic Makeup
By Joyce Huang on 2017/03/24Love unicorns? Then you are going to be obsessing over the holographic beauty trend going on right now. Holographic makeup products give your face and a body a shimmer and shine that is out of this world. Give you eyes, lips, and even cleavage a swipe to turn heads. You can even layer holographic beauty products over makeup you already […] -
(Un)Dressed Up: How to Undo Your Layers for Spring Weather
By Holly Boyle on 2017/03/22We’re in the thick of that weird transitional time of year when you can’t quite rid your closet of all your winter pieces, but investing in strictly spring clothing just might leave you chilly and underdressed some days. Quite a conundrum for when you need to dress on-the-go! So we took a few tips from our favorite street style stars […] -
The Finer Things: Delicate Necklaces You Need Now
By Nia Schindle on 2017/03/20Taking a sartorial time out from oversized baubles and in-your-face adornments, this season’s must-have necklaces are decidedly pared back. Ultrafine chains look barely there strung along the décolletage, while singular accouterments—think a sculptural pendant or a scintillating diamond cluster—remain the only embellishment. From elongated lariats to sleek-and-chic chokers, spring’s minimalist mood reigns supreme in the style set’s jewelry box. We […] -
Red Alert: The Color That Dominated Fashion Month
By Holly Boyle on 2017/03/15It was the color heard ‘round fashion month. Red ruled the collections and the street style scene. Shades of crimson, scarlet and apple saturated the catwalks and sidewalks in daring head-to-toe looks or subtle pops of color giving us all sorts of fashion FOMO feels. Vibrant tones of ruby, cherry and lipstick red popped up on everything from outerwear to […] -
Editor Obsession: Disco Platforms
By Joyce Huang on 2017/03/10It’s hard to even explain how into disco platforms we are right now. These towering styles have brilliant prints, lush colors, and so much height that we are feeling like Hadid sisters strutting down a catwalk. It’s pretty obvious that the LustreLife team has always been crushing hard on 70’s fashion, which is why it is so exciting that designers […] -
Supersize Me: The Unexpected Sleeve Trend
By Holly Boyle on 2017/03/08If 2016 was the year of shoulder-focused tops, then 2017 is year of the sleeve. From flared to ruffled to deconstructed to extra-long, sleeves made their way to the front row. Expect to see ties and trimmings that not only emphasize volume and shape, but that elevate the overall top to make it an eye-catching look. Superized bell cuffs, larger […] -
Trend Alert: Statement Earrings
By Holly Boyle on 2017/03/03Once the style set start sporting serious eye candy, it’s imperative we take notice. The statement earrings that have been grazing the shoulders of our favorite fashionistas have been giving us fashion FOMO. So to cure our accessory blues, we’re dishing up the most spectacularly stunning earrings that push all our ear cuffs and studs straight to the back of […] -
Beauty Holy Grail Ingredient: Snail Slime
By Joyce Huang on 2017/03/01Beauty junkies cannot get enough of snails! Snail mucin (think snail slime) not only moisturizes skin, but it helps with cell regeneration and is chock full of items like hyaluronic acid and elastic, which can help with skin texture and appearance. So many snail products are now available on the market right now. This is one bandwagon you have got […] -
Sheer Genius: How to Style Tricky Transparencies
By Nia Schindle on 2017/02/20Cut from wisps of chiffon and see-through organza, this season’s seductive reveal-and-conceal designs were made from a plethora of sheer fabrics. When it comes to tackling transparencies, styling is key—opt for one sheer design in your ensemble, mixing it with opaque anchor pieces so you don’t feel too exposed. Try slipping a gauzy blazer or a diaphanous sheer blouse on […]