Esperanza 2014: 4 Fiery Tips

We're back once more with the second part to our Esperanza 2014 style guide -this time we're sparking your imagination with these hot tips!

Follow the Flames

ASOS | Lipsy Dress | $70

If you’re looking for nice detail, the stitching and embellishments on this go well with the orange-red, as if flames have been sewn on.

Catching Fire

For inspiration we turned to the fiery spirit of Katniss from the Hunger Games.

Embody the brighter flames with this flowy, bright yellow dress – it’ll stand out among the icy dresses and dark suites for sure – or a billowy red one like the one Cinna created.

Nasty Gal | Rare London Giovane Brocade Dress | $98

...Or if you're more inspired by Katniss's coal outfit. Melted metallic gold and black make for a sultry combination!

Smoked Out

Pictures are from becomegorgeous.com

Smokey eyes have always been a great go to for a weekend night out, but sometimes people forget to tone down everything. Keep the blush to a minimum and choose a nude/light pink lip color.

Iconic Reds

From our beloved Princess Mia (Anne Hathaway) to the modern country princess Taylor Swift, the classic full red lip is always a do. Fires come in many different colors, so don’t feel pressured to wear a bright red that doesn’t match your dress. And, similarly to the smokey eyes, if you go for the bright red lips, tone down your eye makeup. A single, light to medium stroke of liner will do, with some natural shadowing if you must.

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Michael Awalt

Name: Michael Awalt College: Hanszen '16 Major: Architecture Favorite Decade: I don't try to find inspiration from the past, but if I could pick one, it would probably be the 80s. The 80s seem awesome. #1 Fashion Do: "Guys, the best rule of thumb for what you are wearing is to have one truly bold item per outfit - nothing more. Don't make your outfit a competition within itself. If you're looking to add color, try a vibrant solid color shirt with a pair of black, white, gray, or dark wash jeans. Another way to add color is through pants. Many stores are starting to carry colored denim now and the variety is endless. Don't cop-out on the color though-- get something bright and vibrant. Be sure to wear something very subtle with the pants though, and don't be too coordinated with the pants or its starts too look tacky. And don't get orange pants. Just don't." #1 Fashion Don't: Those toe-shoe things. What the hell are p

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