LATTES + LIPSTICK

The red carpet extravaganza was two weeks ago. However, the looks presented on it are still impacting our SS 2013 wardrobe. Are the fresh faced looks and brightly colored lips a hint of what is to come in the Spring? I think so. Jessica Chastain, Kelly Rowland and Kerry Washington are pointing the way to some amazing beauty trends this season.

Jessica Chastain and Brick Red Lips

Follow Jessica's style by wearing barely there makeup with a thick black liner and a brick red lip. It is this season's alternative to bright red.

Jessica Chastain Oscar Night, GTL by lattes-n-lipstick featuring gorgeous cosmetics

Kerry Washington's Coral Pink Lips

Kerry Washington had it written on her lips. Coral is here to stay and it is so chic. If you want to get away from nudes but are afraid to go too bright then coral is your color. It has a elegant sophisticated feel to it.

Kerry Washington Oscar Night, Get The Look by lattes-n-lipstick featuring lorac eye-shadow

Kelly Rowland in Matte Pink

Kelly Rowland tapped into her 60s child with this matte pink lip. Be careful that it doesn't make your lips look ashy by adding a flesh colored lip liner around the edge. This lip calls for boldness on the eyes like winged out liner and a metallic shadow.

Kelly Rowland Oscar Night, GTL by lattes-n-lipstick featuring macs cosmetics

J. Crew should be on everyone's speed dial. Their classic looks and tailoring should be staples in every girl's closet. Even FLOTUS agrees. She often snapped in J.Crew attire, given the brand more notoriety.

Their clothes and accessories have a way of making a girl look effortlessly chic and classic. And they have done it yet again. They have launched their Italian Shoe Collection, with the claim, "Designed in NYC, made in Italy." Who could go wrong in a pair of Italian shoes? We know, if there is anything the Italians do right, it is SHOES.. Here's a preview.. **photos courtesy of J.Crew