The most stylish 7-year-old I know, Calli, rocks bright multi-colored feathers. Photo Credit: SSD

Singer Ke$ha helped put Feather Hair Extensions on the map for trends to try in 2011.  This is a great look to experiment with because you don’t have to commit to a drastic hair cut or color.  If you don’t like the feathers in your hair, just take them out.  So I decided to give this look a try.  I went to stylist Grace Nicole at Auburn Salon in Santa Monica to find out more about this new hair accessory and to get the look.  Read on to find out the process and my outcome…

Stylist Grace Nicole used pliers to apply the hair extensions, which stay in for months. Photo credit: SSD

Although I chose a subtle color feather that matches my blonde locks, she had lots of fun colors to choose from. After seeing a few different styles on some of my friends, I decided to go with the single feather look, so I got two of them staggered about an inch from each other.

You can choose a feather that contrasts with your hair color like pink or purple, or something more subtle like tan or red. Photo credit: SSD

Another option is the bundle, which looks funky with a bunch of different colored feathers in a bunch, definitely a look that makes you stand out. Super stylish Calli, age 7, has a bundle of bright colored feathers mixed with some single strands of extensions. This look is fun and definitely contrasts well with her hair.

Calli rocks the feather look with stand out colors like pink and blue. Photo Credit: SSD

Using real feathers, these thin extensions are wrapped into the hair with a bead that is squeezed tight with pliers. The best part about them is that you can wash, brush, blow dry, flat iron, and curl them for any style you’re looking for. The feathers are also reusable.

Using a bead and pliers, the feathers can stay in your hair for over a month! Photo Credit: SSD

Grace Nicole has been getting lots of customers coming in for a few feathers, then coming in a second or third time to either move the extension or add more. The feathers cost about $10-$15 per strand or $35-$45 for a bundle depending on the salon, and they can stay in for over a month.

The dark red feathers make for a subtle addition to Carly's dark hair. And they look great curled. Photo Credit: SSD

The feathers, spotted on girls of all ages, can be hidden in your hair and only seen in certain angles, like Carly’s red feathers which she had placed low, under her dark locks, or they can be more visible with bright colors and bundles. Whichever way you wear it, this trend is super fun for the coming spring and summer months and gives you a new updated look if you’re in need of a change.

My finished product! Grace did a great job of making this look fabulous. Photo Credit: SSD

Experiment with this new, fun trend of feather hair extensions.

Armani spring 2011 Matteo Volta

One of the hottest trends coming down the spring/summer runway this year is cropped tops.   The key to this look isn’t about baring your entire stomach, it is actually quite the opposite. You can achieve a very sophisticated look, with a flirty cropped twist, by exposing just a glimpse of your toned tummy.

Diane Kruger nails the look by pairing her crop top with a great pair of high wasited slacks. Not only does a high waisted pair of bottoms give the illusion of a slimmer physique, it also allows you to bare a little skin without exposing alot. Remeber: its always better to keep them guessing!

Ashleey Simpson in a Carol Malony cropped top. www.life.com

The former Mrs.Wentz gives us a lesson in cropped class. Ashlee Simpson followed suit by pairing her crop top with a pair of high wasted shorts. She adds a dash of sophistication by tying it all together with a classic blazer.

Ashlee’s Fairy Tulle top by Carol Malony available at: www.polyvore.com for 158.00

Cameron Diaz in pastel pink jeans

With Easter this week and the sun finally peaking out, I was inspired to finally start dressing for Spring. So I put away my black sweaters and scarves and I brought out my favorite Elizabeth and James floral sundress for brunch on Sunday. This inspired me to change my attitude, brighten my mood, and start wearing beautiful and bold pastels as we step into warmer weather and sunnier days, like Cameron Diaz‘s pastel pink jeans. Here are some creative ways to add some pastels to your daily wardrobe without feeling like a package of colored eggs.

Nails

Essie Nice is Nice

Nail polish companies like O.P.I. and Essie have come out with beautiful pastels for spring. Essie’s new French Affair Spring Collection features a light and dainty lavender color called Nice is Nice, priced at $8. Pastel colored manicures are the best way to incorporate bright, fun, pastels into your wardrobe. Try purples, pinks, and light greens and yellows to mix it up this season.

Jeans

Jada Pinkett-Smith in bright Yellow Jeans. Photo Credit: fashiontrends.blogspot.com

Pastel colored jeans are all the rage right now. Jada Pinkett-Smith and Audrina Patridge love yellow jeans for a bright spring look. Paired with sandals and a baggy tee, or with pumps and a blazer, these jeans are versatile and flirty.

BDG Cigarette High Rise Jeans. Photo Credit: urbanoutfitters.com

I love these yellow BDG Cigarette High Rise Jeans, priced affordably at $58, from Urban Outfitters. They’re great for a boat ride or a beachy date night, but don’t be afraid to dress them up and wear them out, they will definitely help you stand out from the crowd.

Light Dresses

Taylor Swift in pastel orange at the People's Choice Awards. Photo Credit: teenvogue.com

Airy, light, pastel dresses with ruffles or floral prints are the best for your spring collection. We saw actresses Mila Kunis, Emma Stone, and singer Taylor Swift walk the red carpet in gorgeous pastel designs this season, now its’s time for you to grab a hold of this beautiful trend. Not only are these styles cute and fun, but they are so easy to throw on for a red carpet or to the beach.

MM Couture Tiered Dress. Photo Credit: piperlime.com

This MM Couture Tiered Dress, priced at $78,  is such a great coral color and would look great with wedges and a straw hat for a flirty, casual look.

Cynthia Rowley's Fall Collection 2011 boasts beautiful longer skirts. Photo Credit: cynthiarowley.com

Getting sick of mini skirts and baring your thighs? Top designers, like Cynthia Rowley, feel your pain and have extended the length of skirts for a change in your spring, summer, and fall wardrobe. Like Gossip Girl’s Leighton Meester, you too can find beauty in a below-the-knee or a flowing skirt. These styles are popping up all over the runway and stores, so it’s time to grab a hold of this new trend.

Shenae Grimes on the red carpet in an Elizabeth and James Long Skirt. Photo Credit: celebrityfashion.onsugar.com

Paired with a crop-top, a lacy blouse, or a denim vest, long flowing skirts are all the rage for the most casual and chic summer attire. 90210′s Shenae Grimes looks very trendy in her Elizabeth and James Long Skirt and floral print cropped blouse.

LNA Column long Skirt, $99. Photo Credit: shopbop.com

Not only are these skirts supper flattering due to the curve hugging design, but they are so easy and versatile. Try this LNA Column Long Skirt, priced at $99, over a bathing suit with sandals and you’ve got a day-to-night beachy look. Add a black lace top, wedges, and a fedora and your look could grace the beach or a red carpet.

Indah Long Wrap Skirt, $128. Photo Credit: shopbop.com

Try a boho-chic look with a printed skirt or wrap-around with a floral design, like this Indah Wrap Long Skirt, priced at $128. Your favorite button down shirt would look very flattering tied at your waist with a flowing skirt and flip-flops.

Gossip Girl's Blair Waldorf looks classy-chic in her A-Line Skirt. Photo Credit: cwtv.com

For a retro, Mad Men-inspired look, try a classy below-the-knee A-line or pencil skirt. Yes, ladies, it is definitely flattering to just show off your ankles. I would pair these skirts with a fitted tank or sweater like GG’s Blair Waldorf, or a blazer to make it even more throwback classy. Don’t be afraid to raid your closet for old designs from the 60′s and 70′s, even the 90′s!

Tibi Lillian Midi Skirt, $253. Photo Credit: shopbop.com

Nothing says spring and summer like this Tibi Lillian Midi Skirt, priced at $253. It is so casual and relaxed, but still looks high-fashion. The midi-length is perfect, and will go great with wedges or a pair of flip flops.

Color blocking mixes solid colors that makes a statement when you go anywhere. It’s loud and dynamic. Think pink and red. Purple and green. Black, yellow, and white.

This trend is very simple and works on any budget. Just a few rules to adhere too –
keep textures to a minimum and keep jewelry to a minimum. Let the colors speak for itself. Keep to two or three colors.

And remember, this trend is very easy to do —  it’s just blocks of colors that you want to highlight.  Check out this color wheel for more help…

The prometheus color wheel.

How to use a color wheel:

Draw a straight line through the middle of the wheel from one side to the other.  This is how you id what colors complement each other.  For example, you have a great purple shirt, say C#, and want to pair it with another solid color.  Well, according to the prometheus color wheel above, the line leads you to G —  orange.

Good luck with this fun trend and add a pop of color to your look.

It is time to welcome the sun and warm weather with one of the biggest trends for Spring/Summer 2011… NEON colors.  Celebrities such as Emma Roberts (pictured above), Kristen Bell, Fergie, Blake Lively, Paris Hilton and Vanessa Hudgens have all been taken a liking to this trend. The neon trend is not exclusive to clothes, it also includes shoes and accessories.  Designers like Marc Jacobs, Nini Ricci, Sonia Rykiel, and Prada have all included neons in their collections. Now it is time to buff up your days with a brand new and bright wardrobe for this season.

Leighton Meester lets her hair down and shows a little skin in this casual number. Courtesy of Johns Pkl/Splash News Online.

It’s great to see ladies like Gossip Girl lead Leighton Meester and Super actress Liv Tyler switch off between gowns and jeans on the red carpet, proving there are lots of ways to stay casual while keeping with the glamour of an event.  What girl doesn’t want to keep it comfy yet still look amazing?

There are some tricks to pulling off the relaxed glam look and we here at Style Seen Daily have put together some great tips on how to best pull this off with jeans, accessories and shoes.  So, read on for a few basic pieces and styles to pump up your look and still keep it relaxed.

Jeans

Sara Paxton in skinny jeans and a blazer. Courtesy of American Foto Features.

It’s all about the skinny jean.  Stick with a dark denim or black skinny jean. These jeans will become like your second skin.  You can pair skinny jeans with a silky top and scarf, or a graphic tee and blazer. Skinny jeans are sleek and show off your figure almost as well as a short dress, like they do on Sara Paxton.

Citizens Of Humanity.

Citizens of Humanity Avedon Skinny comes in all colors and are very comfortable.

Accessories

Kristen Wiig conquers the casual look in cargos and a tee, but pumps it up with the chain necklace and leather. Courtesy of American Foto Features.

You can take a day-at-the-office look and make it look red carpet ready. Switch out your laptop bag for a bright colored or animal print purse, add statement jewelry like a funky chain necklace or a thick bangle, and throw on a leather jacket. Your black pants and button down shirt will go from business casual to casual chic in a no time. Actress Kristen Wiig pumps up her casual look with a big multi-layered chain necklace.

Tuleste Market tiered hexagon necklace.

Tuleste Market makes jewelry that will add to any outfit — like the tiered hexagon necklace priced at $145, it’s an interesting shape and it shines.

Shoes

Liv Tyler rounds out her casual denim button down with black high waisted pants and super trendy oxfords. Courtesy of Joe Kohen/ Getty.

Platforms, wedges, and oxford flats are all the rage right now so its easier to keep your shoe choices fun. Strappy heels and black satin pumps are great for the Oscars, but for a more laid-back event, spice up your casual outfit with a studded heel or lace up flats and you will instantly glamorize your look. We have spotted fashionistas on the carpet wearing cargo pants with studded booties or a sundress with a chunky heel sandal. Like Liv Tyler’s look, funky shoes add some personality to your casual outfit and it keeps your look fun and trendy.

Elizabeth and James‘ Stilt platform lace up wedges, priced at $465, are fierce.

Elizabeth and James Stilt Platform Wedge Booties. Courtesy of Shopbop.com

And for a more affordable style, try Steve Madden‘s Annton, priced at $130 the peep toe lace up booty is so in and will definitely dress up a pair of jeans.

Steve Madden Annton. Courtesy of Stevemadden.com.

Alice + Olivia Velvet Zip Front Legging - $154.

I used to wear leggings typically to the gym, airport and deli, paired with an oversized sweater.  Now, thanks to the recent glam-rock legging evolution, like these Alice + Olivia Velvet Zip Front Legging – $154 pictured above, they have become the focal point of an entire outfit.  Featuring combinations of jersey with velvet, wax, faux snakeskin and leather, this new, textured legging has gone rebel.  Leave the sneakers at home, and grab a pair of stilettos instead.

Move over, Steven Tyler…Sandy’s back, and she knows what she wants.

Wax On

It’s doesn’t get any cooler than this.

J Brand 'Agnes' Waxed Skinny Zip Cargo Pants - $260

Try these J Brand ‘Agnes’ Waxed Skinny Zip Cargo Pants – $260.

Call Of The Wild

Leggings got even sexier.

Alice + Olivia Front Zip Ponte & Snakeskin Legging - $330

Get ready to get noticed in these Alice + Olivia Front Zip Ponte & Snakeskin Legging – $330.

Rebel Yell

The Refined Rocker.

Helmut Lang Jersey & Leather Combo Leggings - $690

Helmut Lang Jersey & Leather Combo Leggings – $690

I probably own too many boyfriend sweaters and pairs of slouchy jeans, but this holiday season I’m dressing like a lady.  I’ve noticed several designers are incorporating lace into their collections, creating looks that are romantic, sexy and modern.  My favorite is black lace.  I have picked out a few black lace dresses for our Style Seen Daily followers that are sure to have you stand out this season —  from A.L.C., Versus, DVF and Nanette Lepore; they ooze modern sophistication without feeling costumey.  Sometimes it feels good to play dress-up and be Audrey for a night.  Maybe you’ll even stand up a little straighter.

It’s All In The Details

A.L.C Scarlett Dress - $415

I love the material of this dress - A.L.C Scarlett Dress – $415 – the lace is thicker and sweater-like, and there are sexy little zippers at the wrists.

The Best Of Both Worlds

Versus Sculpted Back Zipper Doubleknit Dress - $550

This dress – Versus Sculpted Back Zipper Doubleknit Dress – $550 – is edgy yet totally feminine at the same time.

One Word Says It All

.DVF Zarita Dress - $325

One word: CHIC.  DVF Zarita Dress – $325

The Ultimate Flirt

Nanette Lepore Usual Suspect Dress - $398

This dress – Nanette Lepore Usual Suspect Dress – $398 – feels French and flirty – a party dress perfect for many occasions.

Lauren Conrad in NYC. Courtesy of Janet Mayer/ PR Photos

Here at Style Seen Daily, we love how the lace look is elegant and old fashioned, mixed with a touch of sex appeal.  Lace is appearing on anything and everything this season — from dresses, shirts, leggings, tights and yes, even nails.  We break down in this article how you can get these lace looks for less.

The Hills girls and real-life BFFs Lauren Conrad and Lauren “Lo” Bosworth are out and about in one of the hottest trends of the season: lace.

Lace Dresses

Plastic Island Kiki Lace Dress. Courtesy of shopbop.com

Conrad promoted her two new books “Sugar and Spice” and “Lauren Conrad Style Book” at New York City’s Barnes and Noble in a stunning white lace mini-dress.  You can get Lauren’s look with this similar style dress at an affordable price. Check out Plastic Island’s Kiki Lace Dress for  $124.

Lace Shirts

Lo Bosworth in Hollywood. Courtesy of Photo Agency.

Lo Bosworth attended the 8th Annual Teen Vogue Young Hollywood Party in an Ivory lace top and high-waisted black pants. She took a classic look and made it trendy and fun. For Lo’s look, try American Apparel’s El Salvador Lace Tee in white or black, priced at $38. At that price, we recommend getting both colors. This shirt is so versatile, you can tuck it into a high waisted pant or skirt like Lo, or let it flow over light jeans with boots.

American Apparel El Salvador Lace Tee. Americanapparel.com

Lace Leggings

Katy Perry. Courtesy of fashion-style.becomegorgeous.com

Another lacey trend hitting the streets and the runway: lace leggings and tights. Actresses like Megan Fox, Taylor Momsen, and Miley Cyrus have taken on the trend, and we love how ‘Teenage Dream’ singer Katy Perry mixes the edgy style with a conservative outfit to show off her personality.

Asos Black Daisy Lace Tights. Asos.com

Adding the fabulous tights to your ensemble is a great way to add that pop to a simple LBD or pump up the edge factor with a vintage tee and leather shorts. Rock on with these Asos Daisy Lace Tights, priced at $16.85.

Lace Nails

Lace Nails. Courtesy of Danielle Vichinsky.

You can beautify with lace as well. Just buy some lace at a fabric store and cut ten pieces out in the shape of your nails. Paint one layer of clear, white, or even a bright color nail polish and place the lace on top before it dries. Coat your nails with a clear or glittery top coat and your nails will wow all your friends.