Spring into Style Ready to refresh your wardrobe with the top 10 fashion trends of Spring 2024? From the bold comeback of pastel power suits to the playfulness of polka dots and florals, this season is all about expressing yourself with confidence and a touch of whimsy. Dive into the timeless charm of wide-brim hats and embrace comfort with chic, elevated sneakers. This spring, it’s not just about following trends; it’s about creating your unique style story. Spring 2024’s Must-Have Fashion Trends Are Here! Power Suits: Embrace elegance with a playful twist! We love the “A NEW VISIO ..read more

Get that great skin by keeping properly hydrated, exfoliating regularly, and protecting your skin with sunscreen. Then, accentuate that perfect skin with these looks. STATEMENT LIPS Deeply pigmented lips paired with minimal makeup in shades such as searing neon purple, bold emerald tones and rich reds. Line those lips for a precise look and to keep the bright shades where they belong. GRUNGY, SMOKY EYES Slept-in makeup is back with smudged smoky eyes paired with brushed brows and contoured cheeks. Go glowing with the rest of your look and nude or nearly so with the lip. Give your skin an other ..read more

By Tiffany Ash Cover Photo Credit: Sydney Liesmann When it comes to hair extensions, the options are endless. Glue in, tape in, sew in, or just clip in. My first time ever getting more hair on my head was so exciting. Like Christmas Day! I envisioned the long, thick, flowing hair of my dreams. And I pretty much got it. My extensions were sew in and I was hooked. In fact, those sew in’s were all I ever knew until recently. I loved them so much that I had them for about 4 years. With consistent maintenance and care, they became a part of my regular routine. Photo Credit: Sydney Liesmann My hair ..read more

By Tiffany Ash Hey girl! How’s your brow game? If you’re like me, fall always brings a desire to switch something up … either in my wardrobe or in my personal beauty routine. Recently, I visited Courtney at Natural Brow Co in Osage Beach, Mo to have my brows laminated! This is a painless and fairly quick procedure, but the result is worth me telling you about! Courtney uses serums to manipulate the hair to grow upward which creates an ever so subtle change in how thick your brow appears. Brow lamination is one of the newest trends, costs less than $100, and lasts 8-10 weeks. I’ve had my brows ..read more

Local Business Highlight: Helle Belle Life is more fun in style! Check out one of our local businesses, Hello Belle, for all of your fashion needs.  In case you’re new around here, WELCOME to Missouri Magazine! We’re glad to meet you! We are a lifestyle publication local to Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri. We connect people with local businesses. An all digital publication online, Missouri Magazine celebrates small businesses, supports local entrepreneurs, and helps readers enjoy the community to its fullest. Hello Belle Hello Belle Boutique in Missouri truly understands fashion! With their ..read more

Summer is the time to enjoy the outdoors, but beware the sun Heatstroke can impact anyone — even young people. That’s why it’s important to protect yourself from the year’s most powerful sunshine, and to hydrate often. INSIDE THE NUMBERS An average of 9,200 people are hospitalized annually with heat-related issues, and there are tens of thousands more who visit emergency rooms. Children take advantage of summer to play outside, and that can put them at a greater risk of exhaustion and heat stroke — in particularly if they haven’t been as active during the school months. They also may fail to r ..read more

Nobody wants to look like their parents did at prom — that is, unless their particular form of retro style is back in fashion.  That’s why it’s best to start following the latest trends in prom attire, well before you head off to the local dress store. Here’s a look at a few of the hottest looks for 2022.  ONE SHOULDER  Whether a simple strap or a long sleeve, the one-shoulder dress is always the ultimate in glam — but a little edgy, too.   VINTAGE Somethings never go out of style, while other things — like the newfound fascination with roaring ‘20s style — are related to t ..read more

By Tiffany Ash If you haven’t been thrifting lately, it really is the new/old way to shop!  With raising awareness about protecting our environment from the dangers of fast fashion and just the crazy year 2020 has been, thrifting is on the rise from everything for your holiday outfit to your home decor. I recently visited one of the most popular resale shops in Missouri in hopes of finding a holiday party outfit that wouldn’t break the bank, but also one no one else would be wearing.  And no worries if you are a “labels girl”.  Flipback Resale Shop only accepts the highest qual ..read more

This year, complete activities from your winter bucket list in style by looking your best. Winter weather creates plenty of opportunities to express yourself with layers of clothing, accessories and make-up options. Check out some of the most popular trends for the chilly weather. PUNK SPIRIT Plaid, leather and fishnet tights dominated winter fashion show runways this year. Compliment your punkish outfit with oversized jackets, slouchy blazers and bold necklaces or bracelets. If black leather coats are in your wardrobe, pair them with aggressive dark-colored pants that feature rips or bleach ..read more

Here are the top trends for fall that you shouldn’t ignore to stay on-trend this fall. 1. Puffed sleeves. Sleeves and shoulders are getting bigger, but do not worry, these are not the sharp, crisp lines of the 1980s. These are more flowy, romantic shapes. Puffy sleeves in sheer fabric manage to be both chic and sexy. 2. Statement collars. The disco collars are back, baby, as are removable collars in a variety of fabrics and styles. The hottest? Shearling and faux fur. 3. Gloves. All lengths, all styles all materials and all colors. Gloves are white-hot. Colored leather and slouches are particu ..read more