Nail Inspiration

I usually don’t use any base coat or top coat when painting my nails, however over the Christmas holidays I was spoiled by my sisters and used their nail polish (base coat, top coat, and all). I couldn’t believe the difference. The nail polish went on smoothly, no bumps or bubbles and the quick drying top coat kept it looking shiny without the long wait for results.

I am now thinking that the base coat and top coat are crucial to well polished nails because without them it seems like I just can’t get my nail polish to look right. The most recent attempt was last night when I attempted, yet again, to paint my nails. I even did the whole blowing on them while holding them in the air away from anyone and any thing so they wouldn’t get smudged or smeared. All this effort was for not, this morning my nails are dull and imprinted with the crisscross pattern of my sheets…not a good look.  

As I cleaned off my once shiny nail polish, I looked to Pintrest for nail inspiration.

 I love nail art but my personal style is all about the less is more. I just don’t have the attitude to pull off the more dramatic looks such as the one below:

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Now this one is more my speed.

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You can still have beautiful and elegant nails that are unique and cute without going overboard.

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Even this, which is not your traditional look, is cute.

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 So what is your style? Do you like to go big and bold or more subdued?

And for all you nail guru’s out there, could someone please explain the reason behind the look below. The one pointed fingernail looks more like a weapon. 

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Soft and Sexy

Along with the planning of Valentine’s décor, treats, and treasures. There is also the planning of makeup and fashion. SO MUCH FUN! 😉

Let’s all remember that just because it’s Valentine’s Day doesn’t mean it has to be reds, pinks, or purples from head to toe. I am more the soft neutral type with a splash of colour here or there.  

I think this look is gorgeous; a sultry neutral smoky eye that is stunning and romantic paired with a bold red lip.

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There are so many different choices for your nails that it is hard to choose just one look. Here are a couple that caught my eye:

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This one is cute but toned down just a touch so you can still be buisness appropriate.

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And of course fashion. As I said before, just because it is Valentine’s Day doesn’t mean you must dress in red or have hearts plastered to your shirt. Soft and sexy is the way to go. Here are some examples:

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What do you guys think? Is this your style or are you more bold?

Stick around, more fun to come. 😀

Makeup Collaboration

In a recent post, Anouchka from Life of Bun, asked if anyone wanted to collaborate. Basically she described the collaboration as follows:

You choose a theme together, like “good and evil”, “space”, “spring”, “Disney”, anything! Then you create a nail/art/fashion/make up look based on your interpretation. It can be really dark, extravagant, or even really light and whimsical.
 
It’s all about personal taste!
 
And of course, a whole slew of people jumped at the opportunity, including yours truly.  Poor Anouchka, she is going to be busy!

So now I need your help, which theme should I chose?

Disney:

Pin Up Girl:

Avengers:

Vintage/Hollywood Glamor:

Nature:

Or is there another theme you can think of that may be fun to do?