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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
› Beth Longerdunn is a lifelong lover of fashion who started off as the stylist for her high school plays in her hometown. Today, she advises her clients in South Florida on what to wear and how to wear it.
Getting Brighter
The brighter the better this summer, with neon hues for eyes, nails and especially lips making waves on runways around the world. Here are 3 of our product picks to help you get in with the trend.
Pucker Up
We’re not knocking plums and nudes, but this season, try something a little more exciting on your lips. Maybelline’s ColorSensation Vivids come in an array of lightning-bright hues, from Shocking Coral to Fuchsia Flash; $7.
Wild Accent
Take a chance with your look and highlight those eyes with devil-may-care hues like this Makeup Forever Eyeshadow in Iridescent Acid Green. We think this bold color looks particularly gorgeous on darker skin tones; $20.
Bold Statement
Nails are one of our favorite places to go a little color-crazy, and the Sephora X Electrics Nail Polish Collection provides a range of exciting hues to play with. Wear them with their native matte finish or shine up with a topcoat; $10.
