Thursday, October 31, 2013

Trick or Treat!

Happy Halloween Everyone!

Today I would like to show you a manicure that I created quite a while ago, but have not gotten around to posting. I have been sick the past two weeks and my energy for creating manicures is at an all time low. Luckily this candy filled manicure is just perfect for a day which has become synonymous with candy overload...


Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Zombie Nails...

Halloween is tomorrow and I want to show you my totally grody zombie manicure. I actually created these earlier this month, right before cutting my nails. Figured I might as well jack up the edges if I'm going to cut them anyway. I got the idea to do zombie nails from this manicure by More Nail Polish. Hope I'm not grossing too many of you out...


Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Incoco Fright Night...

Today I would like to show you another beautiful set of nail polish appliques from Incoco. These nail wraps named Fright Night are namesake for the Incoco Fright Night Halloween collection this year. These are perfect for some quick nail art to get you in the holiday mood...


Monday, October 28, 2013

Incoco Spooktacular

With Halloween just a few days away, I would like to show you another fun set of nail polish appliques from Incoco named Spooktacular. These are glow in the dark nail strips which feature what are quite possibly the most adorable ghosts ever...


Friday, October 25, 2013

The Graveyard After All This Time...

Today I would like to show you a fun Halloween themed manicure. I got this beautiful gray polish for review along with the 365 Days of Color Horcrux collection last month. I set it aside at the time because it was not part of the collection and it somehow managed to hide from me until now. I'm so glad that I finally saw this little one hiding among all the big polish bottles which clutter my table. It is appropriately named 'After All This Time?' as though to mock me in the fact that I took so long to play with it. It is absolutely perfect for a spooky graveyard manicure that even glows in the dark...


Thursday, October 24, 2013

31DC2013 Day 23 - Inspired by a Movie

It has been nearly a month since I created my last manicure for the 31 Day Nail Challenge. I think it is about time I picked it back up and tried to finish it. Today I would like to show you my manicure for Day 23 of the challenge, inspired by a movie. Since it is so close to Halloween, I couldn't help but try my hand at the always popular The Nightmare Before Christmas manicure...


Tuesday, October 22, 2013

OPI Miss Universe Chevron Skittles...

I guess I was in the mood to play with striping tape while swatching the OPI Miss Universe lacquers. I wanted to try out different chevron designs so I ended up with a skittle manicure using the three shades in the collection. I'm pretty excited about these since I usually tend to shy away from skittle and skittlette manicures myself, but am always admiring ones created by everyone else...


Monday, October 21, 2013

OPI Miss Universe 2013 Lacquers Swatches and Review

Today I would like to show you the new OPI Miss Universe 2013 nail lacquers. These beautiful shades are inspired by the women in the Miss Universe competition which will be held in early November and aim to give us a bit of that glamour...


Friday, October 18, 2013

Coffee Time!

I would like to show you this yummy coffee manicure that I wore a while ago, but didn't get a chance to post about until now. I'm hoping this coffee manicure will perk me up since I've been really tired lately...


Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Pipe Dream Polish Time in a Tapestry...

Today I would like to show you some nail art with an indie beauty named Time in a Tapestry from Pipe Dream Polish. As I was going through my stamping plates and trying to pick out the perfect design to compliment the polish, there was one design that jumped out at me. I do believe this is the first manicure I've done that has been inspired by the polish logo...


Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day...

I have another awareness manicure to share with you today. This is in support of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day which is today, October 15th. It is a cause that I was quite clueless about until recently when Wave of Polish began to share their stories and show their support on Instagram. Unlike other causes which aim to raise awareness and money for disease research, this aims to provide support to those who have lost a child. My heart goes out to anyone who has suffered such a loss and I would like show my support with this manicure...


Monday, October 14, 2013

OPI Pink of Hearts 2013

In support of Breast Cancer Awareness month, OPI has released their seventh annual Pink of Hearts duo. This year the set includes self adhesive ribbon decals and rhinestones which make it easy to create fun nail art and show your support for the cause...


Sunday, October 13, 2013

Sunday Stamping Over Black Base

I've been in a bit of a nail art funk lately after burning out halfway through the 31 Day Nail Challenge. I'm still determined to finish it, but for today I decided to take part in a different challenge. It has been way too long since I participated in Sunday Stamping with the group Adventures in Stamping. Somehow these challenges always get my creative juices flowing and today's theme of stamping over black turned to this...


Saturday, October 12, 2013

Scatter...

I would like to show you a manicure that I have been wearing for the past few days. I finally got around to trying one of the Ozotic shades that I purchased from piCture pOlish a few months ago and I'm in love...


Friday, October 11, 2013

Aurelia Magnifique...

Say 'hello' to my shorties! No, these aren't quite nubs, but they are shorter than I've had in a while and it's kind of refreshing. I find that I like this length a lot in person, but for some reason I am usually not pleased with photos so I tend keep them longer. Anyone else keep their nails longer/shorter than they normally would for the blog or am I just strange?...

Today I would like to show you two Aurelia beauties that I got in a swap with the lovely Mari of muxe.net. I've actually worn these a few times, but the first two times I managed to smudge the manicure before getting any photos. Well third time is the charm...

This is Aurelia Magnifique Vanille 06. A grape purple crelly which gets good coverage at three coats. Application was nice, no streaking or pulling and easy to put down thin coats. It is fairly difficult to wrap the tips with this one since it is sheer. Swatches are with no top coat. It is very shiny in part due to the jelly like formula...


Thursday, October 10, 2013

Bundle Monster Contest Winner!

I've shared this exciting news on FB and Instagram, but I have yet to announce it here on the blog. I'm not sure why I waited so long, but it might have something to do with a slight feeling of disbelief. Earlier this year Bundle Monster held a contest to create design(s) for their "create your own" stamping plate set. I hesitated entering my designs because I thought it would be a fan voted popularity type of contest and I try to avoid those. At the last minute I realized that the Bundle Monster team would be picking the winners so I got super excited and sent ten different designs for their consideration. Then I waited... and waited... found out I'm a finalist...  and then waited some more. Finally I got the exciting news that... I'm a winner!...


Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Purse Inspired...

I broke a few nails and so I am down to shorties right now and not feeling too artsy, but that finally gives me the chance to show you a manicure that I did a while back and didn't get a chance to post. This was inspired by a photo of a purse that I somehow stumbled across online...

(source for purse image)

Monday, October 7, 2013

The Snake...

While swatching the 365 Days of Color Horcrux collection last week, I thought it would be fun to create some nail art to go with one of my favorites from the collection. I love the beautiful color of The Snake and decided that stamping a bit of snake print would be just perfect for it...


Friday, October 4, 2013

365 Days of Color Horcrux Collection

Today I would like to show you the new 365 Days of Color Horcrux Collection which goes on pre-sale today. I must confess that I have not read any of the Harry Potter books and have only seen the first movie, but that doesn't stop me from drooling over these beautiful polish creations. I had to get schooled in the ways of Harry Potter by my boyfriend and 7 year old nephew. The two of them had quite an intense debate and lost me somewhere along the way, but at least now I know what a Horcrux is and when it comes to polish, it is beautiful...


Thursday, October 3, 2013

Pipe Dream Polish The Night's Magic...

I set out last night to swatch the gorgeous Pipe Dream Polish lacquer The Night's Magic. It wasn't long before the name and the color captured my imagination leading to my first Halloween manicure of the year. I just love this season and the manicures it has in store. Do you believe in magic? The Night's Magic?...


Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Incoco Halloween 2013 Collection: Fright Night

I would like to show you the new Incoco Halloween collection, Fright Night, which will be released today! This collection includes four designs that are perfect for Halloween. Two are rich glittery orange shades and two are fun glow in the dark appliques. I decided to show one of each style today and the remaining two I will show you another day...


Tuesday, October 1, 2013

Barielle Sophisticated Lady Collection Swatches and Review

Today I would like to show you swatches of the Barielle Sophisticated Lady collection. This is the second of the Fall collections by Barielle. Although both of the collections contain the creamy brown named In Good Taste, that is where the similarities end. The first collection, Nude&Naughty, contains soft neutral shades while this one is darker and moodier....


Press Release: Holiday 2013 for OPI and Nicole by OPI

All I want for Christmas is 18K!

OPI Announces NEW Limited Edition Mariah Carey 18K White Gold & Silver Leaf Top Coat

Inspired by Mariah Carey, OPI has bottled luxury for the holidays. Elegant and dazzling, Pure 18K White Gold & Silver Leaf Top Coat adds precious metal texture over any OPI shade or can be worn alone for a subtle but luxurious look. This genuine18 karat white gold & silver leaf top coat comes packaged in a special limited edition collectable box.


“OPI is known for creating unique textured nail finishes and this sophisticated top coat is the ultimate must-have accessory. Whether you prefer gold or silver this combination adds a glamorous touch to fingers and toes,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “This luxurious top coat was inspired by Mariah Carey’s extravagant style and allows us to embrace our inner diva without breaking the bank. It takes nails to the next level!”

As with all OPI nail lacquers, Pure 18K White Gold & Silver Top Coat features OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application. This limited edition promotion will be available beginning October 2013 at professional salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA and ulta.com, for $30.00 ($37.50 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer.

For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!



OPI Launches Take Ten and Top This!

Two New Gift Sets for Holiday 2013

OPI announces two new gift sets for holiday – Take Ten, featuring ten bestselling mini nail lacquers, and Top This!, featuring three top coats for flawless finishes. Take Ten includes a spectrum of hues, ranging from soft sheers to creamy reds to rich burgundies. Each nail lacquer also comes with OPI’s signature ProWide™ Brush – now in mini size for the first time. Top This! contains Top Coat, Matte Top Coat, and Snowflakes in the Air – an exclusive multi-colored sparkle shade available only in this kit.



“These two sets are ideal stocking stuffers for all lacquer lovers,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “Take Ten offers the gift of variety, with ten iconic shades. With the three top coats in Top This!, you can create a multitude of looks to add the perfect finishing touch to your manicure. Top Coat provides a high-gloss, protective shine, while Matte Top Coat gives lacquer a velvety finish. Snowflakes in the Air is a new glitter top coat that’s only sold in this trio. This silver glitter with rainbow shimmer can be worn alone or over any OPI hue. Choose your favorite or try mixing it up by using all three.”

Take Ten includes the following lacquers in mini size: Pirouette My Whistle, Alpine Snow, Bubble Bath, Tickle My France-y, You Don’t Know Jacques!, Cajun Shrimp, Big Apple Red, German-icure by OPI, Malaga Wine and Lincoln Park After Dark.

Take Ten and Top This! will be available October 2013, at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, jcp Salons, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, ULTA and ulta.com. Take Ten retails for $24.95 ($29.95 CAN), and Top This! retails for $27.00 ($32.85 CAN).

 For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!



Two Textures... Too Sweet!

Nicole by OPI Launches Two New Selena Gomez
Gift Sets for Holiday 2013

Nicole by OPI announces two new gift sets for holiday featuring nail lacquers inspired by actress and singer Selena Gomez. Available in October, each gift set includes a Selena Gomez lacquer plus a free mini bottle of silver Gumdrops; a limited edition matte textured shade – only available in these sets. Gift set #1 includes Pretty in Plum (this picture-perfect purple is a genuine beauty) and gift set #2 includes Scarlett (this shimmery red-violet is leading lady lovely).



“Perfect for holiday festivities or as a stocking stuffer, lacquer fans can try these shades separately or mix them together to create dual sparkle and texture” explains Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Nicole by OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director.

Nicole by OPI formulas are long-lasting, fast-drying, and salon-quality. These limited edition gift sets will be available beginning October 2013 for $7.99 each at retailers including select CVS, Ulta, Kmart, Kroger, H-E-B, Duane Reade locations. In Canada, these sets will be available for $10.99 each at Shoppers Drug Mart, Jean Coutu, Rexall, London Drugs, Familiprix, Uniprix and Brunet.

For more information, visit nicolebyopi.com. Follow Nicole by OPI on Twitter @NicoleByOPI and become a Facebook fan!


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