Westside Reader April 2016

SPRING’S
FRESHEST
LOOKS
by Michelle Sathe • staff writer
Winter is over. Are you ready to update your look to reflect the hottest spring trends?
Three local fashion and beauty experts weighed in to give us their forecast on the
coolest looks for the Santa Clarita Valley as the weather gets warmer.
Think fresh, soft, and simply stylish.
FASHION
Ditching the harsh black favored in winter for calming and comforting colors is just one
of the trends of this season.
“Rose quartz is among the top colors of the spring,” said Laurie Tucci Auger, owner of
Via Tucci Boutique in Newhall. “It’s reminiscent of a blooming color that highlight’s
many women’s softer side.”
Looking for something a little bright? Punch up the palette with a wide selection of peach tones that
will also be in style this spring.
Auger’s favorite look from the runway is the endless combination of greys and blues. “There are gorgeous
blending options that range from navy all the way to a softer dusty grey,” she said. “You’re
going to love to blend, mix, match, and enjoy these great colors.”
While Auger didn’t predict a particular outfit or piece that would define this spring, she did notice some
distinct trend in fabrics.
“What is very noticeable is the patterns on top of patterns and mixing of textures to give outfits a more
interesting look and feeling,” she said.
Gold jewelry is making a comeback in fashion showrooms and boutiques like Via Tucci, according to
Auger. “Amazing statement pieces are still coming out and making a splash, but there is a tendency
to make that statement more often through a series of layering lengths and sizes versus one singular
piece,” she said.
Whatever the season, quality over quantity is always in fashion.
“First and foremost, quality means durability. A quality piece will last longer, stand up to routine wear,
survive appropriate cleaning techniques, and in the end be a much better value for the buyer than inexpensive
‘disposable’ clothing,” Auger said.
For many, the feel of a quality garment can be priceless, Auger added.
“When you spend the day in an item of clothing that feels good, you really appreciate that piece above
and beyond so many things in your close,” she said. “I am drawn to soft, comfy clothing to fill my
store with.”
Via Tucci has been open since 2014 and caters to women of all ages and sizes.
“I began my store with the vision and belief that you can be 30, 40, 50, 60, 70 and older and still dress
with style and personality,” Auger said. “The fashion industry is also starting to finally listen more to
our pleas for beautiful plus size fashions. Stop by and see what new items have arrived.”
Via Tucci is located at 24335 Main Street, Newhall. Auger is also available to bring Via Tucci to clients
via home parties and events. For more information, call (507) 390-1999 or email lt_auger@msn.com.
HAIR
Tresses falling a bit flat as you head into
spring? Adrienne David of Mizz Hollywood
Hair can help. The native Californian
has 30 years experience in the
industry and a salon presence in Santa
Clarita since early 2008.
“What’s hot for spring 2016 in haircuts is
the texturized Lob, or a long bob,” David
said. “Choppy shaggy shoulder length
hair, also known as ‘I just woke up with
this look’, is also in.” She recommends
Kevin Murphy Hair Resort beach spray to
finish the style.
Like fashion, hair color for spring is also
leaning towards the softer side. For
blondes, that means babylights.
“This is a technique that applies fine
strands of color/lightener throughout predetermined
areas,” David said. “Typically
this is done freehand and the result is
very natural and kissed by the sun rather
than struck by lightning.”
“Ronze” and “Bronde” are in for
brunettes, with the former combining
copper red with bronze brown (a color
that works for most skin types, according
to David) and the latter a soft brown for
all over color while adding some blonde
in the face for light.
Like fashion, hair color for spring is also leaning towards the
softer side. For blondes, that means babylights.
Looking for something a little bright? Punch
up the palette with a wide selection of peach
tones that will also be in style this spring.
Layering of patterns and mixing of textures
gives outfits a more interesting look
and feeling.
“These trends are across the board, if done right,” David said. “A qualified hairstylist can choose which
of these looks will be the best fit for a client’s age and personal style.”
Miss Hollywood Hair is located at 24510 Town Center Drive, Suite 250, Valencia. For more information,
visit www.mizzhollywoodhairstudio.com or call (818) 523-3288.
See Spring’s Freshest Looks, page 34