Guys, have you seen this weekend's forecast? SUN!
In my locale, the men-folk have already adopted their heat-wave uniforms; Hawaiian shorts, a can of Dutch Gold and, of course, bare chests that show a copious amount of tribal tattoos and the spectrum of skin colours between milk bottle white and lobster red.
While they've got it down pat, I'm still trying to find a maxi dress that doesn't make me look like a child playing dress up. Thankfully, make-up is more my thing and I've got a whole bag of tricks that'll suit the season, as well as lasting from early afternoon until late night.
And we all know that a liquid lunch is perfectly acceptable when the sun is shining am I right?
Before you set foot in any beer garden, you need to sit yourself right down and get some SPF on. I mean it, misters and missus-es. For all day wear and high protection, I'm lashing on Vichy Capital Soleil Dry Touch Emulsion SPF50 (€14.50). It's mattifying without sucking the moisture from my already dry skin, though I would be careful to use my regular day cream before. Read more sun cream posts and recommendations.
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The main duties involved in beer garden attendance, wrapping my gob around a straw and sucking ice cubes, aren't really compatible with lipsticks and lip glosses. This is where lip stains come in. Excuse me if I gush, I'm just mad for 'em! Maybelline Super Stay-10-Hour-Tint Glosses are my current favourites - opaque, gorgeous shades that are immensely comfortable.
Though they're only €11.49, I've discovered an even more affordable option in NYC Smooch Proof Lip Stain (3.99). These, though not as hydrating as the Maybelline stains, have serious staying power. I have the shade Forever Freesia, a light purple-ish pink. I'll definitely be picking up more, sure they're so cheap it's almost like saving.
It's cream blush all the way for me and with my cheeks looking a little flushed, I like to make 'em look extra sharp with some bronzer. At the minute, I'm using a Clarins palette that has a lighter matte shade and a darker, shimmery shade. Applying a really light dusting of this just takes the ghostly edge of pasty skin, if committing to gradual false tan isn't something you're up for.
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Finally, if you're slipping on your sandals, you might want something fancy for your toes. I used to stick to nudes and pale pinks but have switched to all kinds of blue - they look gorgeous when contrasted with brown wedges. I've got 608 by L'Oreal, a slate teal with a metallic finish.
That should be you set for a grueling day of beer and banter!
