This post was created in partnership with Colgate as I am a part of their Designer Smile Squad with Optic White! 
I don’t get “red carpet ready” often, and by often I mean never, but I do love seeing what celebrities are wearing at big events to see where the trends are heading.
This year I’ve noticed that the hair tends to be a little unkempt and loose with a deep side part, or really straight and polished. I like both looks, and it’s a pleasant surprise to see center parts and straight locks returning to the scene!
As far as makeup trends go, I don’t think you can beat a nude *with a touch of pink* lip. It’s perfect for every day, or can be a really nice accent to a smokey eye in the evening. Beyond these glamorous trends, the thing that will make the most impact is your white smile. I’m not one for adding yet another step to my evening routine with strips or extra products to help whiten my smile, but I will definitely use a whitening toothpaste! I’ve been using Colgate Opticwhite for a few weeks now and I’m excited to be brightening up my designer smile with ease. I drink a lot of coffee, so anything I can do to counteract staining or yellowing over time is something I will stick to! And if you didn’t catch it on snapchat, I’m a part of the new Optic White Designer Smile Squad so I’ll be sharing lots more beauty tops from red carpets and seasonal moments throughout the year!

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