Style for Real Life
Around this time of year, I shift up my nail polish routine from the reds, light pinks, and taupes of winter to the bright pinks of summer. There are so many fun pinks to try! I love Essie's "Pansy", China Glaze's "Flirty Tankini", and L'Oreal Paris' "Check Me Out". But admittedly, I continue … [Read more...]
My first Julep Maven box arrived this month and Julep did not disappoint with my Boho Glam style selection. If you are not familiar with Julep they are a toxin free nail polish company that offers a monthly mail order program throughout the U.S. and Canada. Basically you sign up by filling out their … [Read more...]
We'll be highlighting some of our favorite New York Fashion Week finds in the coming days, but first wanted to showcase the company who provided manicures for the Tadashi Shoji Fall/Winter 2013 show. In case you're not familiar with the brand, Tadashi Shoji created this fabulous beige peplum dress … [Read more...]
Oh, Essie. You have done it again. Just when I declare I have way too many bottles of nail polish, you come up with a collection I can't live without! Check out Yogaga! LOVING IT! L-R: Gym dandy, a motivated greige brown | Yogaga, a peachful sandy beige | Boxer Shorts, a winning … [Read more...]
Well, we already told you about the new Opi Spiderman collection - but how about something for girls from our fav gal? HOW fun is Minnie Mouse x OPI, a red-and-pink hued line which includes shimmer, and even glitter-and-hearts! Perfect for little girls - and little girls at heart! Choose from a … [Read more...]
Ready for the lastest OPI? Your boyfriend will love this one... SPIDER-MAN! OPI is releasing another limited edition collection, this time of six Spider-Man-inspired nail lacquers -- and a new shatter shade. Call Me Gwen-ever, a cool coral | My Boyfriend Scales Walls, a cityscape white | … [Read more...]
Love, love, LOVE the new Essie Resort Collection! Absolutely perfect for spring! It includes No More Film {a creamy, deep violet}, Sure Shot {a glistening magenta}, She's Picture Perfect {a light, iridescent violet}, and Pink-a-boo {a sheer pink with a hint of sparkle}. Its hard to even know what … [Read more...]
Most of us are familiar by now with the "Mint" brands popping up for everything from jewelry to shoes. JewelMint, ShoeMint, StyleMint, and BeautyMint. A friend and I were talking about the need for a LacquerMint, a membership site for polish addicts. Well, there isn't a "Mint" brand for that, but … [Read more...]
I know we just told you about Essie's new winter collection (gorgeous!), but you guys. Have you seen the new OPI Muppet Collection?? OPI has created a new line of polishes based on the upcoming Muppet movie release. How fun are these?? As a huge Muppet fan, this is right up my alley. With fun … [Read more...]
As green and natural as I try to be, I have one weakness; my nails. My natural nails are and have always been awful. Please don’t tell me I should change my diet or eat gelatin or try this polish or that strengthener. I have done it all and none of it works. Even pregnancy didn’t help the … [Read more...]
