Now I understand that sometimes you want to look all sweet and innocent, super girly and lovely… But I also know there are times when you just want to look like a badass. You have that sundress, but you want to give it some attitude.

Here’s how to do it:

Wear your hair up in a low ponytail, hair parted in the middle and a slight tease on the top:

Wear deep red lipstick:

Do a smokey eye WITH cat-eye:

It lends a bit of drama but still makes you look doe-eyed.

Ditch the pink/peach blush on the apples of your cheeks and opt for bronzer on your cheekbones:

Pair your sundress with a waistcoat made of sweater fabric:

Don a pair of killer slouch booties:

And there you have it!

If this look is a bit too edgy for you, but you still want to wear a sundress looking more sexy and womanly and less innocent and girly, winged eyeliner with bright red lipstick and a floorlength mod sundress will do it for you:

* I will continue the how to do makeup basics series next week with step by step pictures.

I did a photo shoot a couple of years ago. You can check out my awesome model’s portfolio here. When you wear a sundress, you can look really girlish, innocent, and modest.

How do you achieve this look? You wear your hair down, air dried, flowing. You wear minimal makeup, and you wear conservative shoes.

Here are some innocent sundress looks.

Red Sundress

Here’s a cute, long red floral sundress:

Cream Sundress

Here’s a shorter, spaghetti strapped cream sundress:

Maroon Sundress

Here’s another spaghetti strapped sundress, but below the knee and maroon:

Orange Sundress

And a bright orange sleeveless sundress:

5 Fashion Tips

1. The smaller the floral print, the more forgiving the dress will be. Most people can’t pull off big bright flowers. So to be safe, stick with tiny, small florals.
2. If you’re going to go for bigger prints, opt for flowers that are spaced out a bit akin to the last orange dress, or in muted colors like the maroon dress.
3. Don’t be afraid of bright colors.
4. Nude wedges will go with almost any sundress. Check out the first picture.
5. All you need is some concealer, pinkish/peach-ish blush and a little bit of mascara to achieve this look.

Product Suggestions

Tarte Cosmetics TEN Limited-Edition Natural Cheek Stain 1 oz.

Again, Tarte is my all time favorite blush brand, lasting all day and looking the most natural!

Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage SC-3 One Size

If you want the best department store concealer, this one is IT. Doesn’t budge, doesn’t look cakey when you layer it, stays matte, and covers even the DARKEST acne scars. LOVE IT.

Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes!

I just recently tried this on my friend Heather when we went to Sephora last week. This might be my favorite department store mascara as of yet!

She has really been able to nab the look that perfectly combines rock star and hip hop artist. Uh-mazing!

Super cute look- the red striped T, the casual hat. Uh-mazing!

Love this song and music video!

How cute is Jessica Alba’s outfit at the beginning?

hats and vests– always a fan!

There really aren’t enough events to dress up for! That’s why you need to head to a shindig on New Years Eve and shimmy into a cute cocktail dress and high heels!

Here are some great ideas. (and they are all on sale!) It’s all about shimmer ladies:

Find these and more shimmering, glittery New Year’s Eve dresses here.

How cute is she!

Are always in the men’s department! Why do guys have such cool shoes!!!

How casual and cute is she with the messenger bag and hat!