By: Julia Campisano

With the beginning of spring quickly approaching, the winter and spring trends are trading places; people are excited to begin wearing the newest fashion ideas from designers and hair/makeup artists that have begun to pop up for the new season.

“Women are asking for shorter layered cuts like a bob or shoulder length cut with the warmer weather coming,” ‘Shades of Autumn’ hairstylist, Breanna Boman said. “Men are going shorter as well on the sides/black.”

When it comes down to the types of color people begin to wear, lighter, more vibrant shades are more prominent.

“Most women use brighter pink lipsticks and blushes,” Boman said. “And also, they wear more nude and light pink colored lipsticks too. Personally I love the blonde ombre hair color and the bright colored lipsticks like pinks and corals.”

Although the trends are changing, many people seem to be very unsure of what colors and looks would be most fitting for their personal features.

“ You can use the shortcut test: Some people like to rely on the color of their veins: Look at the veins on the inside of your wrist,” According to Paula’s Choice Skin Care, Paula Begoun is the founder and innovative force behind Paula’s Choice skin care and cosmetics. She is the author of 20 best-selling books on skin care, makeup, and hair care. “If your veins appear blue/purple you are in the cool-toned spectrum. If your veins appear green, you are in the warm-toned spectrum. Those with neutral undertones will have difficulty discerning the blue/green.”

This information can allow you to find the best colors in clothes, jewelry, and even in hair color.

“These categories hold true for people; your underlying skin color will always relate to one of these skin tones. You may have been told that you are a particular “season” and your wardrobe and makeup colors should be a specific undertone, either cool (blue or pink “jewel” tones) or warm (yellow or sallow/olive “earth” tones). “

When in doubt about color, you can always revert back to the vein test to remind yourself about the undertones of your skin and what works best for you.