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Getting Summer Ready

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Becka Heaps

Becka Heaps

After spending two summers largely under some form of house arrest, it’s time to freshen up the loungewear and start the summer parade.

With people excited to be 'out out', nothing says 'I’m ready to take on the world' like a bright pop of colour, showing off some skin and oversized sunglasses at the helm.

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Whether you are off jet setting in search of the sun, entertaining friends in the garden or out on the town, make sure you're summer ready. And we're not just talking clothes. Accessorise it up! Think about a hair freshen up or perhaps it's time to get back to the experts taking care of beauty treatments. Painted summer nails are calling and fresh pedicures to show off the full potential of those new sandals.

Colour Pop Colour Pop

Inject some life into your outfits and get ready to go big, bright, and bold! Embrace mood-boosting, celebratory hues and bring the fun back into style!

Shrugs

Shrugs are a great way to accessorize in the summer months! They allow you to have fun and add colour or print to an outfit, especially if you aren’t that daring with all over prints; shrugs are the perfect way to do this. They are also great for those good old British summer evenings, to pop on when you get caught out with a sleeveless top. These Artuma silk shrugs are the perfect statement accessory. Pop art prints with a twist on the traditional landscape. Digitally printed on high quality Crepe de Chine silk and hand finished in the UK. Artuma silk shrugs are for people who love colour and exclusive pieces.

Exclusive Shrug Offer: 25% discount, Use code STONES25 at checkout.

Retro Shrug - £120 Handmade bespoke silk shrug with beautifully wide sleeves and neat collar, perfect for Summer evenings. www.artuma.co.uk

Colour Pop Jewellery

Jewellery is another way to have fun and inject some colour and vibrancy to any summer look. We are loving Ella Ever Designs pieces; a collection of affordable, delicate and timeless jewellery. Fun and bright designs, with a piece to compliment and put the perfect finishing touch to any summer outfit. Each piece is carefully crafted, by hand, in Hertfordshire and you will all know by now how much STONES Magazine loves supporting a small local business, especially when they are locally sourced and produced! #shoplocal

Isla, Pastel Bead Hoops - £16.00 The perfect holiday accessory. Handmade, gold plated stainless steel hoops. Available in 2 sizes. www.ellaeverdesign.etsy.com

Nails

There's nothing better, to feel summer ready, than looking down at a set of freshly painted nails. Book an appointment with The Ruby Rooms for your summer nail treatments. Whether it's coloured, soft gel tips or painted overlays. Pastels with a flash of neon will certainly get you excited for warmer days ahead. Nail art, minimal or statement, is key this season to add a bit of fun and a great way to inject some colour. If you prefer classic and subtle nails then modern twists on the French manicure are for you, whether it's thin cuticles or angled tips. And, if in doubt, Hot Pink is the colour of summer 2022!

If you're looking to switch up your hair colour for the summer, get yourself booked in at The Hair Boutique. Whether it's subtle highlights, soft pastel shades or bright festival vibes you're after, they've got you covered. Their experienced stylists can also help with the perfect hair up for any events you may have on the calendar and, of course, keeping your cut sharp and fresh.

It might be time to get practising in heels around the house, after 2 years of flats, we have heels and platforms coming back. Luckily, pillow-plush sandals are a new emerging trend from designers providing a little extra height, but more of the comfort. You'll also see barely-there sandals in the pastel hues — ready to amplify your summer outfits.

The Ruby Rooms & Co is a stylish salon located in a prime location on Royston High Street. It's our 'go to' for nail treatments and highly recommended. www.therubyroomsco.uk

Visit The Hair Boutique, located at No. 44 High Street, Royston 01763 222 222

Lilac Lilac

Thanks to the Pantone Colour of the Year 2022, lilac, (aka Pantone 17-3938 'Very Peri') has been revealed as the 2022 Colour of the Year. A periwinkle blue, whimsical shade, that is said to merge realism and escapism to symbolise optimism and change, encapsulating the transitional times we are currently living through.

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Classic Neutrals Classic Neutrals

And finally, there are the classic neutrals, incorporating wardrobe staples with modern twists. Understated timeless looks, with subtle juxtapositions to keep it fresh. Belts

Eyebrows

"This is your space. Somewhere for you to escape the stresses of everyday life, a place for self-care - a place of relaxation, a real retreat." Palm Beauty & Aesthetics - The Old Telephone Exchange, Royston Road, Melbourn

White

For the more minimal among us, white is staying strong and should be weaved into your wardrobe essentials this summer. Whether it's the white t-shirt or white shirt, these key staples have the power to make even the shabbiest outfit suddenly feel put together.

All over polka-dots, mixing of scales, or a subtle hint; dot to dots are still a great, easy print, which can be brightened up with a flash of colour. Whether, it's to accentuate your waist, break up an outfit colour or print, or simply to hold up a pair of ill-fitting trousers. Belts are a wardrobe staple, and you can have some fun here with styling to freshen up a classic outfit.

The most popular eyebrow trend for 2022 by far, is brow lamination. The semi-permanent treatment provides perfectly placed, brushed up brows that last for months.

Palm's beauty therapists offer brow lamination, along with many other treatments, from permanent make up, that won't smudge or wash off when you're on holiday, to skin peels and dermaplaning. Each skincare, beauty or wellness treatment is tailored to what you need, entirely bespoke, with added Palm touches! Had enough of the DIY? Let Palm take care of your beauty needs and get summer ready.

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www.palmbeautyandaesthetics.com

SOAK UP THE SUMMER SUN WITH US

Come and visit The Heath café and bar this summer, for the best views in town. This friendly, family run eatery offers freshly cooked food and a wide range of hot & cold beverages to quench your thirst, whatever the weather. So be sure to stop by, relax and enjoy the jewel in Royston’s crown.

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