If you haven’t already noticed by the onslaught of stationary, pens, and backpacks billowing out from the aisles of your local shopping store – it’s almost time for most students to head back to school.

I thought I’d help you WOW your fellow peers with some simple and easy back to school beauty trends.

The first on trend beauty look is perfect if you have long hair and live down south where high temps and humidity threaten to ruin you good hair day.

The Messy Bun

Once you have your hair up – spritz on some of AVEDA’s Air Control to keep frizzies from popping out from the humidity.

Our next hot back to school beauty trend is: Braids

There are so many cute braids you can do – here are some of our faves.

The Fishtail Braid

Romantic Braid

Two Small Braid In A Chunky Braid

… and if you’re really daring – Make your braid stand out by trying a hair color a little out of the norm.

To finish your look – try AVEDA’s new Autumn 2013 Heart Lands makeup collection.Ę

The colors are strikingly beautiful yet earthy and simple.