From Dior's 19th Century dressage inspired couture to Linda Cantellos Pastel 'lunar girls' who had never seen the sun; pale is most definitely more interesting this season.

From cheeky 'Neon Boroque' at Chanel to glittering androdynous glam rock seductress; The future has a rainbow bright spectrum; from pastels to brights to metallics.

Couture goes to the movies; Avatar and Wonderland were the inspiration for many makeup artists and designers alike turning to escapism to forget gloomy economic blues; metallic blues, greens, yellows and purples on both eyes and lips.

A haze of azure-red pastels hit the Catwalks this season; from a hint of colour at Versace to strong lavender lids and metallic mauve on eyes and lips at Michael Kors; Ultra violet v lilac!

Cleopatra meets Laurence of Arabia; A palette of dusky browns, soft coppers, burnt oranges, dusty corals and warm bronzes coupled with 'sweated-through' mascara and metallic or muted lips.

Plaits are big news for S/S 10; seen on the Catwalk and editorials in all shapes and sizes it has been given a modern and youthful revamp. Whether sleek or messy, twisted or corn rowed; the braid is here to stay.

	LUSTRE DROPS
	Provides sheer, natural-looking highlights with a luminous, shimmering finish. Use on face or body. Limited edition. Sun rush/pink rebel £14.50

	ILLAMASQUE 4 colour liquid metal palette
	Each Liquid Metal is amazingly rich and highly pigmented, giving you the power to dazzle and delight at will. £29.50

	NVEY ECO ERASE
	(95% CERTIFIED ORGANIC) Winner of natural health beauty awards 2008. With a subtle blend of Safflower, Jojoba, natural antioxidants and organic Castor Oil, NVEY ECO Erase ensures an even and soothing coverage. £15.00

	Dior-Addicted to Dior jewelled lipgloss duo
	This precious collector's handbag accessory contains two glosses, one glowing and tangy and the other sparkling and shimmering, to beautify your lips. £42.00

Lavera Sun Anti-Age Sun Cream SPF 15 lotion

Retailed by Appuru, the natural and organic beauty boutique, pimlico.Innovative active ingredients hyaluronic acid and organic aloe vera naturally moisturise the skin and increase the anti-ageing effect. Vitamin E and beta glucan provide effective skin cell protection, helps to keep moisture in the skin and helps to protect against environmental influences e.g. sun, wind. Natural caffine and rusco help to firm the skin, resulting in smooth soft skin. Anti-Age Sun Screen SPF15 is perfect for your face.