Pretty Is In the Air

by Tara Lamont-Djite

Published Feb 6, 2012

Feeling the chill? We can’t wait until the birds start chirping and blossoms appear on the trees. If winter is getting you down, a peek at the Louis Vuitton Spring show offers ample inspiration, from the tiaras and pastel colors to the whimsical carousel. Looking for even more of a boost? Let our 10 pretty ideas jump start your spring awakening.

Paint your eyes with pastel colors from this darling Chantecaille Les Macarons Palette. Filled with the delightful hues of French macaroons, these shadows are sure to make you swoon.

Create a DIY tiara headpiece. At the Louis Vuitton show, models hopped off a rotating white carousel to parade a collection filled with airy feathers and delectable teacup dresses. But we had our eyes on their tiny tiaras. Create your own or snag one on the cheap!

Start your year with new makeup brushes! Too Faced’s Brush Set will look oh-so-pretty on your vanity (we love the powder-pink handbag-sized case), and it contains three essential brushes to create that perfect smoky eye.

Indulge! Georgetown Cupcake makes adorable flower-topped treats, which are a perfect way to brighten a cold winter day. Plus, they ship nationwide, which means you could have fresh lemon blossom cupcakes by tomorrow morning!

Achieve a rosy flush with multi-tonal palettes. These delightful versions are easy to blend, and will give you a natural wind-swept blush—perfect to welcome in spring! Splurge on Chanel's Glowing Blush Harmony or save with Rimmel London's Match Perfection 3 Tone Blush.

Treat yourself with an inexpensive bouquet of flowers or purchase fabric flowers for an everlasting display. You can even make them into DIY accessories! Cheery blooms will make you smile every time you see them.

Visit a museum or art gallery and embrace your artistic side. It’s always good to indulge your curiosity and learn something new.

Try DIY stationery! Unfold an old envelope to create a template. Then use your favorite pages from old children’s books and catalogs for your own personal touch.

Make an inspiration board of beautiful things that make you dream. Clip magazine photos of clothes you love, makeup looks that you’d like to try, and your dream house.