Trends-conscious fashionistas will find a world of tropical tones and lush looks evoking nature’s abundant beauty this season. Once again, Mary Kay has worked with trend watchers around the globe to bring you the latest in fashion and beauty.  In the Spring/Summer 2010 Mary Kay Fashion and Beauty Trend Report online at MaryKay.com/mmcmahon1 you’ll discover must have looks and insider secrets from a professional wardrobe stylist and celebrity makeup artist that make this Trend wonderfully wearable and fabulously fun.

Wearing the Trends

Energetic Brights. Add a tropical vibe to your wardrobe. Create harmony and balance by pairing these exciting colors with delicate pastels or earth-toned neutrals. When shopping for bright colors, look for fabrics that are light and soft.

Pulsating Prints and Tropical Florals. Continue the vibe in a captivating rhythm. For a more conservative look, wear one of these exciting prints under a jacket. Or find a pair of shoes or an accessory in a can’t miss print to wear with a solid pant or skirt.

Comfort Fashion. It’s inspired by an island state of mind. Jersey is weightless and sheer. Cotton and linen are soft and light. This season it’s effortless to dress up a casual, flowing dress by simply changing your accessories and trading a flat shoe for one with a heel.

Wood, metal feathers and fabric are crafted into more than just accessories; they are transformed into works of art. Mixing textured pieces with bright fabric adds dimension and interest, while adding solid wooden pieces to an eye-catching print keep it from feeling frantic.

Designer Details. Gorgeous detail, such as modern macramé on a blouse, curvy wood on a neckline and a pulsating print gathered to create a fun dress silhouette are some of the ways everyday items are made more special. This season it’s all in the details.

A Fresh Face

A glistening look is the key to a beautiful face that complements these fashion trends. You’ll want to check out the new limited -edition Tropical Fruits Collection Items and regular-line Mary Kay mineral color cosmetics in The Look!  Temptingly on-trend, each of these items makes the most of the dewy lusciousness of the season.

Lips Are Luscious. New Limited-edition Mary Kay Lip Nectar is moisturizing for an effortless, easy look. Regular-line Mary Kay Crème Lipstick, Mary Kay Nouri Shine Lip Gloss and lip liner in shades that mimic the shades of nature can be used to drench lips in juicy color.

Cheeks are Dewy. Cheeks are the focal point of this season’s makeup trend. Transparent shades of new limited-edition Mary Kay Cheek Glaze give a sheer, natural

Glow.

Gleaming Highlights. New limited-edition Mary Kay Crème Highlighter can be applied to cheekbones, eye areas or anywhere else on the face to create a shimmering on-trend look. Mary Kay Mineral Highlighting Powder can be applied to the same areas and helps skin catch the light.

Create Eyes that are subtle. To keep cheeks and lips at the center of attention this season, makeup artists recommend a soft plum shade, like Mary Kay MineralEye Color in Dusty Lilac or Iris or a gentle combination of Honey Spice, Cinnabar and Moonstone.