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Looking Polished: New York Fashion Week FW16 Manicure Style

February 22, 2016

With NYFW winding down, I’ve had a chance to see all of the exciting new manicure styles for Fall Winter 2016. I noticed a trend returning back to the more simple and less over the top nail designs that we’ve been seeing for the past two years. These are some of my top everyday nail looking that will have you looking polished!

Alexander Wang's Fall/Winter 2016 collection, Michelle Saunders for essie created a soft nail, inspired by pink chalk. To achieve the look she layered tuck it in my tux over fiji, and then applied matte about you to add a matte, chalky finish.
Alexander Wang’s Fall/Winter 2016 collection, Michelle Saunders for essie created a soft nail, inspired by pink chalk. To achieve the look she layered tuck it in my tux over fiji, and then applied matte about you to add a matte, chalky finish.

 

Michelle Saunders for essie was captivated by a star design from a textile in the collection, which sparked the idea of a star-studded nail look. For the base color she chose mademoiselle, a classic, grown-up pink, to highlight the star. As for the nail design, she selected metallic shade good as gold and placed the "petite" star on the thumb and a sporadic finger on each hand to create more visibility when on the catwalk.
Michelle Saunders for essie was captivated by a star design from a textile in the collection, which sparked the idea of a star-studded nail look. For the base color she chose mademoiselle, a classic, grown-up pink, to highlight the star. As for the nail design, she selected metallic shade good as gold and placed the “petite” star on the thumb and a sporadic finger on each hand to create more visibility when on the catwalk.

 

Julie Kandalec for essie created a feminine, soft pink nail by layering sugar daddy over limo-scene. The sheer shades allow the natural nail to shine through with an elegant hint of pink.
Julie Kandalec for essie created a feminine, soft pink nail by layering sugar daddy over limo-scene. The sheer shades allow the natural nail to shine through with an elegant hint of pink.

 

Michelle Saunders for essie created a warm, coral "tone on tone" nail design inspired by the modern music girl. To achieve the look, she used new spring shades sunshine state of mind, lounge lover and high class affair.
Michelle Saunders for essie created a warm, coral “tone on tone” nail design inspired by the modern music girl. To achieve the look, she used new spring shades sunshine state of mind, lounge lover and high class affair.

Do you have a favorite look?

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Filed Under: Nail Polish Tagged: looking polished, NYFW

Looking Polished: Nonie Creme Colour Prevails Nail Lacquer in Mr. Big

January 27, 2016

I am having serious nail envy with this matte manicure. Gray matte nails are glamorous, grown up and just a little bit edgy.

Matte Manicure

Nonie Creme Colour Prevails Nail Lacquer in Mr. Big ($8 at Walgreens and Walgreens.com) More like Fifty Shades of Slay! This beautiful slate grey named after our favorite Sex and the City man is the perfect complement to just about every tone in your wardrobe and a matte finish only ups the trend factor.

GET THE LOOK:

  • Apply one coat of full coverage Mannequin Hands CC Creme Basecoat to clean, dry nails.
  • Follow with two thin coats of Mr. Big allowing nails to dry in between.
  • Finish with the Colour Prevails Matte Top Coat.

What do you think of this matte manicure?

 

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Filed Under: Nail Polish Tagged: matte manicure, Nonie Creme Colour Prevails Nail Lacquer in Mr. Big

New York Fashion Week Beauty: Essie for Jenny Packham S/S 16

September 14, 2015

With designs that always strike attention, Jenny Packham’s SS 16′ collection will keep individuals talking.

Packham’s collection included beautiful dresses that would be perfect for a celebrity’s red carpet look. Clothing filled with plenty of glitz, glamour and GLITTER!

Jenny Packham‘s Spring/Summer 2016 collection was directly inspired by the music of Nick Cave and PJ Harvey. To complement the earthy, ethereal vibe, Rita Remark for essie, the brand’s new Global Lead Educator, chose two nail looks: a standout bright blue to add an element of fun, and a soft, sheer pink that perfectly paired with the gowns. 

NAILS:

To go with the look Jenny had her models use nail polish by Essie. The colors were a bold blue, called “good to go”. Those who did not sport this statement of a color went with more of a neutral shade called “adore-a-ball”. This pinkish color also went on the models toes, giving them a very neutral pedi to go with their shoes – Christian Louboutin’s of course.

 Essie nail products used:

  • first base base coat
  • adore-a-ball
  • butler please
  • good to go top coat

Get the look (bright blue; pictured below):

  1. Apply first base base coat to clean, filed nails
  2. Next, apply two coats of butler please
  3. Finish with good to go top coat

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Get the look (soft pink):

  1. Apply first base base coat to clean, filed nails
  2. Next, apply one coat of adore-a-ball
  3. Finish with good to go top coat

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MAKE-UP:

The look for the afternoon was created by Talia Sparrow for Laura Mercier. Sparrow added an extra strike of beauty to the models with her make-up craft. Creating a “made for the runway” torqousie blue eye shadow, which was made just for the show. Models showcased their natural skin tone for a more youthful look with added highlights to the face, creating a gold tone to their faces. To top off the look Sparrow had the models sport a bold red lip, which also went perfect with the shoes, matching the famous red bottoms.

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Filed Under: Beauty, Nail Polish Tagged: Essie, Jenny Packham, Makeup, Manicure

Fourth of July Nail Art: Stars on Stripes Nails

July 2, 2015

July 4 nail art tutorial

Holidays are always  perfect time to add nail art for a festive holiday celebration. To show off your patriotic side JINsoon has created a fun nail art tutorial that’s easy to follow and you can DIY at home. If you’re looking for something a little more festive then give the summer dots nail tutorial a try!

Stars on Stripes Nails 

Step 1: Apply a base coat like JINsoon Power Coat

Step 2: Fill in JINsoon Coquette on half of the nail. Alternate between the bottom and top of each nail

Step 3: Fill in the other half of the nail with JINsoon Blue Iris

Step 4: Apply 2 coats of JINsoon Polka White

Step 5: Apply a top gloss like JINsoon Top Gloss

Summer Dots Nails

Step 1: Apply a base coat like JINsoon Power Coat

Step 2: Apply 2 coats of JINsoon Doux all over the nails

Step 3: Using a dotting tool or a toothpick apply JINsoon Poppy Blue in a section of the nail. Tip: Place a few dots of the color of your choice on paper and use it as your palette to dip your tool into

Step 4: Repeat step 3 for JINsoon Farouche, Charme and Enflammee

Step 5: Apply a top gloss like JINsoon Top Gloss

About Jin Soon Choi:

Jin’s work is consistently featured in every single cover of Italian Vogue, top magazine covers and editorial pages. Her celebrity clientele includes: Lady Gaga, Olivia Wilde, Kerry Washington, Scarlett Johansson, Drew Barrymore, Julianne Moore, Anne Hathaway, Taylor Swift, Gwyneth Paltrow, Naomi Watts, Michelle Williams, Emma Stone and numerous others.

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Filed Under: Nail Polish Tagged: July 4, nail art, Stars on Stripes Nails

Looking Polished: Essie, Too Taboo

May 29, 2015

Essie Nail Polish in Too Taboo

As the weather warms up and summer is in the air. It’s time to break out the bold, pretty colors of summer. Honestly, it’s been a while since I had a manicure (or pedicure). So I decided to treat myself to a bit of pampering at my local nail salon. After my mani/pedi and mini-massage I felt amazing.

This warm weather calls for a fun color, that is bright, cheerful and just screams summer. So I opted for one of my favorite brand, Essie, I chose Essie in Too Taboo. The color description: “This vivid intense fuchsia is poised to take the world by storm. Sit back, relax and enjoy the glow.”

Manicure: Essie Nail Polish in Too Taboo

So what do you think of Essie Nail Polish in Too Taboo? What color are you wearing on your nails this week?

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Filed Under: Nail Polish Tagged: Essie Nail Polish, Essie Too Taboo

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