The Craze: Stay Natural This Winter

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

Any day now the infamous Syracuse weather will strike. The worst that can happen is our make-up smearing thanks to the weather. Who wants to rub their make-up after the snowflakes have melted on our faces? Let’s take a hint from the runway and try “natural” make-up before resorting to our usual make-up routines.

Carolina HerreraRag & Bone

BCBG Max Azria

For their Fall/Winter 2010 collections, Rag & Bone, BCBG Max Azria, and Carolina Herrera have used barely-there products on their models. The goal is to look fresh-faced without trying too hard.

NARS

Confused about what shades to wear? Luckily, Too Faced has created eye palettes that provide 3 neutral looks, feel free to mix and match the colors. Each boxed set retails for $35 dollars. If eye-makeup isn’t your thing, you can always focus on blush for a rosy glow. Try NARS Orgasm blush—a peachy, pink shade for $26. Cheek stain is another alternative. Tarte has a collection of 1oz solid stains that will last a while. The $30 tubes come in a variety of shades, are easy to apply, and blend into the skin without seeming too obvious.

Too Faced - Naked Eye

Whether or not you choose to wear make-up, remember to always moisturize your face and lips! The winter can be harsh on the skin and chapped lips will always be a fashion-no.

Too Faced - Natural EyeTarte

-Lauren Dulay

The Craze: Fair Isle, A Fairly Good Choice

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

Fair Isle sweaters and accessories are making their way down the runways of Marc Jacobs, Dolce & Gabbana, and Rag & Bone, as well as retail stores. The style was designed 400 years ago in the UK and is named after the type of knitting used. Fair Isle items are available in a number of patterns and colors. Snowflake detailing, warm browns, and cool blues are seen on campus to compliment the arrival of winter. Try bundling up with a Fair Isle sweater or compliment any coat with either a Fair Isle scarf or mittens this winter!

Victoria's Secret

the runway

Old Navy

-Kate Ahrendtsen

The Craze: More Fashionable Than Superman

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

Is it too cold for a hoodie? Do your arms feel stiff in your nice wool coat all of the time? Then try one of this fall’s latest trends: the cape. Don’t worry. You won’t look like a superhero or a vampire.

Urban Outfitters

Rage & Bone, Vena Cava, and United Bamboo, to name a few, showcased this new cover-up on their Fall 2010 runways earlier this year. Even Gossip Girl’s Blair Waldorf wore a shorter cape, known as a capelet, this season.

Capes come in a variety of styles, just like most outerwear. They have the coverage of a coat, but the freedom of a vest. Adding a cape to your outfit instantly dresses things up, so you remain polished without looking as if you tried too hard. Wear them over your blouse and jeans while heading to class or match it with some business attire for your upcoming interviews.

Nordstrom

From high-end retailers to your local mall, capes are bound to be in stock. So chose your style and your price range. The cape trend is for everyone this season.

Nordstrom

-Lauren Dulay