THE NOW LENGTH: Short. For her nail color, CND Colour Girlie pink (http://goindulge.com)

How To Not Mess Up

Your Mani

There’s a reason polish sales are up in this economy: It’s easy to do your own nails (unlike, say, a Brazilian bikini wax).

Step 1: Prep

Smooth nails with a buffer. Then rub a bit of olive oil over your cuticles to soften them, and gently push back with one of those wood cuticle pushers (find ‘em at drugstores). Swipe away residue with polish remover. Next put on a base coat: “A lot of women skip it and end up with streaks,” It creates a smooth surface for color to cling to.”

Step 2: Paint

Apply two coats of polish with light-handed strokes. “Hold the brush midcap, not at the top—you’ll have more control,” 

Step 3: Patience!

Wait for your nails to dry on their own; blowing on them creates bubbles. And skip those over the counter fast-dry oils and sprays,  “They make polish prone to peeling.” Only professional grade is best.

And just in case you do goof…

Got a chip? Dot polish onto the nicked spot, let dry and sweep topcoat over the entire nail.

Your Pedi

We know, polishing your toenails isn’t exactly the most comfortable activity, but here’s help for that.

Step 1: Soften

Slough away calluses with a foot file in the shower. “It’s much easier to do when skin is moist,”  Once feet are dry, slather on foot balm or cream. A rich body lotion works too.

Step 2: Trim

Cut your toenails to a length that hits just the tip of your toe; if you go any shorter, you risk ingrowns. Gently nudge cuticles down, then swab nails with polish remover.

Step 3: Position

Sit in a chair and put your foot up on a desk or table so you can easily reach every toe.

Step 4: Paint

Do a base coat, then two layers of color. “The brighter the better—even yellow looks great peeking out of sandals!” Add topcoat. Save your big toe for last so you’ll be less likely to smear it when you do the others.

And just in case you do goof…

Color on your toe cuticles? Dip a wood cuticle pusher in remover. Or, relax! Only you will notice anyway.

TOMORROW…FASHION FRIDAY.

BY CANDICE MANACCHIO XOXO

TODAY ON THRIFTY THURSDAY IS ALL ABOUT THE TAN! SUMMER IS AROUND THE CORNER, AND IM SURE YOUR FEELING SUPER PALE AND NOT BIKINI READY! WE ALREADY KNOW THE DANGERS OF BASTING IN THE SUN OR GOING INTO TANNING BEDS, SO I DON’T NEED TO LECTURE, INSTEAD…HERE ARE SOME GREAT TIPS TO LOOK BRONZED NOW! 

PUT ON YOUR HOME MADE SELF TANNER AND THEN SPF BEFORE YOU GO OUT, YOU WILL ALREADY LOOK TAN ,BUT WILL BE GRADUALLY BUILD A TAN THE SAFE WAY UNDERNEATH WHILE OUT IN THE SUN,IT’S A WIN, WIN SITUATION!

DIY Self-Tanning Lotion:

1.     COCOA - This one blew my mind.  Two ingredients, one fabulous tan.  (You may need to adjust for your skin tone, and remember that this is NOT waterproof.)  Perfect for a natural bronze look, and it smells yummy, too!

Ingredients:
• 1 tablespoon white unscented lotion 
• 1 tablespoon pure cocoa powder

“Mix the lotion and cocoa powder together until very smooth and creamy, and apply with a sponge or makeup wedge.  Your tan will last until your next shower.” 

 Tea -

• 3/4 cup water
• 3 tea bags
• 1/4 cup lanolin
• 1/4 cup sesame seed oil

1. Boil the water and brew a strong tea
2. Pour 1/4 cup tea into a blender with the other ingredients and blend at a low speed. Slowly add the rest of the tea while blending.
3. Test out your results on a small, not usually visible spot on your body. Use sparingly.

DHA-

Mix together a teaspoon of water with a pinch of hyaluronic acid and 10 to 12 granules of DHA. Stir until the DHA powder is dissolved, and then spread the blend evenly over your skin, massaging it in. This amount is enough for the face. You can substitute the teaspoon of water with a teaspoon of a water-based moisturizing lotion.

BRONZER-

SCRAPE OFF SOME BRONZER INTO A BOWL, SO THAT IT LOOKS LIKE LOOSE POWDER, YOU CAN PRESS CHUNKS WITH A SPOON TO FLATTEN. THEN ADD ALOE LOTION AND MIX THOROUGHLY, YOU MAY HAVE TO ADJUST THE RATIO BASED ON YOUR SKIN COLOR NOW. YOUR LOTION CAN EVEN BE AN SPF!

SO GO GET YOUR TAN ON! ON THRIFTY THURSDAY, I ALWAYS HAVE YOU COVERED!

TOMORROW…FASHION FRIDAY.

By Candice Manacchio XOXO

In a season defined by minimalism and natural beauty, hairstylists channeled easy elegance for spring. The sporting life was a popular theme with styles that looked fresh from the ocean or outdoors, and classic American glamour had a big moment with polished ponytails, graceful braids, and bouncy blowouts. Still, nothing was too perfect or impeccable—deconstructed waves and undone knots and twists proved that having a bit of an edge is as chic as ever. Here I have you covered:

1. Glistening Hair

It might be the most low-maintenance look of the season. Wet, barely-wrung hair has a youthful innocence that’s also glamorous when paired with bold eyes or lips. Hairstylist Guido championed the trend at numerous shows, saturating strands with argan oil to arrive at a glossy finish all over or just at the roots.

Tousled knots at Diesel Black Gold

Slick with a center part at Alberta Ferretti

Slightly dewy ringlets at Elie Saab

2. Ponytails A Plenty

The pony-bun at Marc by Marc Jacobs

Tails that swing at Ralph Lauren

3. THE URBAN WAVE

Laidback body at Givenchy

A cool mess at Isabel Marant

4. EMBELLISHED UPDOS

Mermaid pearl hairpins at Chanel

Piecey buns at 3.1 Phillip Lim

5. BIGGER BLOWOUTS

Tons of movement at DKNY

6. SOPHISTICATED BRAIDS AND TWISTS

Romantic twists and turns at Valentino

From the back at Valentino

I HOPE YOUR INSPIRED TO TRY ONE OF THESE EASY, EFFORTLESS LOOKS AT HOME! SO SEXY AND NATURAL! I ALWAYS TRY TO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE SCOOP AHEAD OF TIME :)

TOMORROW…THRIFTY THURSDAY!

By Candice Manacchio XOXO

MY SECRET FIND!!!! THE INSTANT DEWY LOOK FOUNDATION!

 

This lightweight moisturizing tint evens out imperfections and fades the appearance of fine lines with its light-diffusing multi-mineral formula. SPF 20 protects from UVA and UVB rays while Ginseng and Gingko Biloba Leaf Extract deliver antioxidants to skin, promoting a healthy complexion.

Oil Free. Hypoallergenic. Fragrance Free. Water Resistant. Perfect for all skin types.

THIS MADE MY FACE LOOK AMAZING! FINALLY, A DEWY LOOK WITHOUT A GLITTERY LOOK (YOU KNOW WHAT IM TALKING ABOUT) SOME OTHER ILLUMINATING PRODUCTS PUT A RAINBOW ON YOUR FACE!

I SUGGEST THE FOLLOWING OTHER PRODUCTS TO COMPLETE THE “IN” STYLE DEWY LOOK, NATURAL LOOK, NO MAKEUP, MAKEUP LOOK, WHATEVER YOU WANT TO CALL IT!

YOU DON’T WANT TO LOOK LIKE THIS!

THE WHOLE POINT IS TO LOOK FRESH AND BEAUTIFUL WITH A GLOW…LIKE THIS:

THE NEXT AMMAAZZINGGG PRODUCT YOU NEED TO GET! IS A CREAM BLUSH THAT ALSO CAN BE USED FOR THE LIP TINT (2 IN 1) I LOVE , LOVE, LOVE THIS!

APPLY A LITTLE TO APPLE OF YOUR CHEEKS AND CENTER OF YOUR LIPS…REMEMBER YOU DONT’T WANT TO LOOK LIKE THIS :

A LITTLE GOES A LONG WAY, YOU WANT TO LOOK LIKE YOU WENT RUNNING..THAT NATURAL FLUSH THAT YOU GET!

MY OTHER GO TO PRODUCT IS WHITE CREAM EYESHADOW! USE IT ON YOUR EYELIDS, UPPER CHEEK BONE, DOWN THE CENTER OF YOUR NOSE AND YOUR UPPER LIPS CUPIDS BOW! I LOVE LUNA BY MAC!

APPLY VERY LITTLE, YOU DON’T WANT OVERKILL…..

YOU WANT TO APLLY A THIN AMOUNT, ALMOST SHEER…

SO IN CONCLUSION, THESE SIMPLE TIPS AND MUST HAVE PRODUCTS ARE WHAT I FEEL WILL GIVE YOU THAT GLOWY, DEWY LOOK! I GET ASKED ALL THE TIME FOR THIS LOOK! REMEMBER, GLOWY…NOT SWEATY!

SO I DEFINITELY SUGGEST GETTING THAT JOUER LUMINIZING MOISTURE TINT..MY COLOR IS CALLED PEARL.

TOMORROW…THRIFTY THURSDAY….

By Candice Manacchio XOXO

TODAYS THRIFTY THURSDAY POST IS HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN LIQUID FOUNDATION MAKEUP! YOU WILL LOVE ME FOR THIS! FOUNDATION CAN GET VERY EXPENSIVE, SO MAKE YOUR OWN, OR MAKE WHAT YOU HAVE SPREAD FUTHER WITH THESE EASY TIPS!

SO LETS START WITH HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN. FIRST, GET ANY PRESSED POWDER THAT MATCHES YOUR SKIN TONE! ANY BRAND! THEN GRAB ONE THAT IS 2 SHADES DARKER AND 2 SHADES LIGHTER…SO NOW YOU SHOULD HAVE 3 POWDERS!

NEXT, WITH THE POWDER THAT MATCHES YOUR SKIN, YOU CAN USE ANY OF THE 3 METHODS:

1. ORGANIC OIL, SESAME, OLIVE ETC 

2. ALOE VERA GEL OR CREAM

3. FACE MOISTURIZER

* SCRAPE OFF POWDER INTO A BOWL THEN ADD A TEASPOON TO START AND MIX IT UP, YOU WILL KEEP ADDING MORE POWDER OR MORE LIQUID ETC TO ACHIEVE THE DESIRED SHADE.

*** TIP: ADD MORE OF THE LIQUID FOR SHEER COVERAGE LIKE A TINTED MOISTURIZER OR MORE POWDER FOR HEAVY COVERAGE.

AND NO, THE OIL WON’T CLOG YOUR PORES OR MAKE YOU BREAKOUT ETC, I KNOW YOUR PROBABLY THINKING THAT! THERE IS OIL IN LIQUID FOUNDATION ANYWAY, JUST DON’T USE HEAVY COOKING OIL!!! USE AN ORGANIC LIGHT OIL!

DO THE SAME STEPS WITH THE LIGHTER AND DARKER POWDER, THIS WILL MAKE YOUR CONTOURING COLOR FOR UNDER CHEEK BONES, SIDES OF NOSE ETC, AND THE LIGHTER FOR HIGHLIGHTING DOWN CENTER OF NOSE, AND UPPER CHEEK BONES!

YOUR FACE SHOULDN’T BE ONE FLAT COLOR, OUR FACE IS DIMENSIONAL, SO YOU NEED TO ADD THE DIFFERENT SHADES FOR A BEAUTIFUL GLOW AND FLAWLESS LOOK!

OK, SO NOW YOU GET THE IDEA, NOW YOU CAN TRY THIS INSTEAD:

Instructions

Things You’ll Need

• 1 tsp. mineral powder foundation
• 1/2 cup aloe vera gel
• 1/2 cup cocoa butter
• Small bowl
• Spoon
• Small funnel
• 8 oz. container with lid

1. • 1

     Find the perfect shade of mineral powder for your skin. Your liquid foundation will be the same pigment.

   • 2

     Mix 1 tsp. of mineral powder foundation, 1/2 cup of aloe vera gel and 1/2 cup of cocoa butter in a small bowl.

   • 3

     Test a small amount of the liquid on your skin. If the color isn’t quite right, try adding a pinch of lighter or darker mineral powder. Stir and test it again.

   • 4

     Insert a small funnel into the 8 oz. container and pour in the liquid foundation from the bowl. Seal the lid until you are ready to use.

SO NOW LETS TALK ABOUT HOW TO MAKE YOUR EXISTING FOUNDATION YOU ALREADY HAVE SPREAD FURTHER, LAST LONGER ETC…

WE ALL KNOW, DEPENDING ON THE BRAND HOW EXPENSIVE YOUR FOUNDATION CAN BE, AND YOU DON’T WANT TO MAKE YOUR OWN, YOU JUST ABSOLUTELY LOVE WHAT YOU ARE USING!

1. APPLY A SMALL AMOUNT (LIKE A PEA SIZE) ONTO YOUR FINGERTIPS TO WARM THE PRODUCT AND APPLY WITH YOUR FINGERS. HEAT WARMS THE PRODUCT AND SPREADS IT FURTHER VERSUS APPLYING COLD OR WITH A BRUSH.

2. YOUR BOTTLE IS GETTING LOW, ADD A COUPLE DROPS OF ORGANIC OIL INTO THE BOTTLE AND SHAKE IT UP, OR SQUEEZE SOME LIGHT MOISTURIZER INTO THE BOTTLE AND SHAKE VIGOROUSLY TO THIN OUT WHAT YOU GOT, AND SCRAPE SOME PRESSED POWDER INTO IT AND SHAKE AGAIN. HAVING TROUBLE WITH IT BLENDING IN THE BOTTLE? HEAT IT UP A FEW SECONDS IN THE MICROWAVE!

3. MAKE A TINTED MOISTURIZER, ADD A DROP OF YOUR FOUNDATION TO EQUAL AMOUT OF MOISTURIZER AN SPREAD ONTO FACE.

4. LAST TIP, ONLY APPLY FOUNDATION TO THE CENTER OF YOUR FACE (WHERE YOU TRULY NEED THE MOST COVERAGE) DON’T APPLY IT HEAVY ALL OVER.. JUST DOT YOUR NOSE, FOREHEAD AND CHIN AND SPREAD OUT!

**NOW YOUR ALL SET! FEELING EXPERIMENTAL? MAKE BRONZER TOO,

PICK A CHEAP BRONZER AND MIX INTO LOTION, AGAIN, MORE POWDER FOR HEAVIER COVERAGE ETC, APPLY ANYWHERE ON BODY, ADD MORE LOTION TO IT TO SPREAD A HINT OF GLOW ALL OVER YOUR BODY!

GO GET BEAUTIFUL AND SAVE THAT $$$ 

TOMORROW…FASHION WEEK FRIDAY!

By Candice Manacchio

SO, EVERYONE KEEPS ASKING ME “HOW DO I SUBSCRIBE TO YOU?”

HERE IS HOW, THERES A FEW WAYS…

1. YOU CAN GO ON HTTP://YOUTUBE.COM/NAILSANDLIPSTICK

IF YOU DIDN’T ALREADY SIGNUP FOR A YOUTUBE ACCOUNT, YOU NEED TO DO THIS. THEN YOU CLICK ON “SUBSCRIBE ABOVE ANY OF MY VIDEOS OR YOUTUBE CHANNEL (THIS WILL SUBSCRIBE YOU TO VIDEOS ONLY!)

ALSO, PLEASE COMMENT AND RATE THE VIDEOS, THAT WILL HELP ME TOO!!

2. YOU CAN SUBSCRIBE TO MY BLOG HTTP://NAILSANDLIPSTICK.TUMBLR.COM

ON THE PAGE, UNDER ANY OF MY POSTS, YOU WILL SEE COMMENTS AREA, THERE IS A BOX THAT SAYS “SUBSCRIBE BY EMAIL” PUT IN YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS AND YOU WILL RECEIVE UPDATES DAILY IN YOUR EMAIL INBOX! OR, IF YOUR A TUMBLR MEMBER ALREADY THEN YOU ALREADY KNOW TO JUST CLICK FOLLOW.

3. THEN THERES FACEBOOK FAN PAGE HTTP://FACEBOOK.COM/NAILSANDLIPSTICK

CLICK “LIKE” TO BE A FAN, AND YOU WILL SEE ALL OF BLOG POSTS, VIDEOS ETC ON THERE! THATS EASY!

*** IM ALSO ON TWITTER: HTTP://TWITTER.COM/NAILSLIPSTICK

YOU CAN ALWAYS PRIVATE MESSAGE ME ON THERE ON SPECIFIC QUESTIONS, HOW TO’S ETC IF YOU DON’T WANT OTHER PEOPLE SEEING YOUR POSTS.

IN ADVANCE, THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST AND SUPPORT, I LOVE HELPING OTHER PEOPLE ON TIPS AND TRICKS, ADVICE ETC AND IT’S FUN SHARING ALL THAT I HAVE LEARNED AND EXPERIENCED THROUGH THE YEARS. 

BY CANDICE XOXO

THE NO MAKEUP, MAKEUP LOOK!

This is one of the most popular looks that is a must this coming Spring!

Who do YOU know can roll out of bed looking this fresh-faced and GORGE. Yeah, we hate to burst your bubble, but the no-makeup makeup look actually requires a bit of prep work. The good news—it’s a waaaayyyyy faster (and fool-proof) makeup routine to snag than the whole red lip + cat eye ensemble.

Step 1 Moisturize and even out your skin tone with a tinted lotion, like Tarte Smooth Operator Natural Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20 ($36, ulta.com), which is infused with sunscreen to protect your complexion from skin-damaging UV rays.

Step 2 Disguise flaws (breakouts, undereye circles, etc.) with a concealer like Maybelline Mineral Power Concealer ($6.99, drugstore.com). One with a small applicator tip will help reign in a heavy hand and prevent caking.

Step 3 If your skin gets shiny, sweep on a light dusting of oil-absorbing powder. Shiseido Translucent Pressed Powder ($32, sephora.com) will leave an unnoticeable veil of shine-blocker.

Step 4 Apply a warm peach or pink cream blush to the apples of your cheeks. NARS Cream Blush in Penny Lane ($27, sephora.com) gives skin a natural flush.

Step 5 Brighten eyes by blending a champagne-colored shadow like Urban Decay Delux Eyeshadow in Ruthless ($18, urbandecay.com) onto the center of your eyelids, the brow bones, and the inner corners of your eyes.

Step 6 Lightly dot a gray or brown eyeliner pencil like CoverGirl Perfect Blend Eye Pencil in Smoky Taupe ($5.29, drugstore.com) between your top lashes and blend gently with your pinky.

Step 7 Use your fingertip to dab on a pretty lip tint like Korres Guava Lipstick in Rose ($22, korresusa.com) that matches the natural shade of your lips.

THE KEY IS TO KEEP EVERYTHING DEWY AND NEUTRAL, NOT MATTE!

** ALSO, SKIP BROW PENCIL AND USE A BROW POWDER WITH AN ANGLE BRUSH THAT MATCHES YOUR NATURAL HAIR COLOR, OR EVEN BETTER, TAKE A BROW BRUSH AND SPRITZ HAIRSPRAY AND JUST BRUSH YOUR BROWS INTO SHAPE.

** ANOTHER TIP, BEFORE YOU MOISTURIZE, EXFOLIATE YOUR SKIN AND APPLY A FACE TANNING MOUSSE OR CREAM (LIKE ST TROPEZ) YOU WILL BE AMAZED AT HOW HEALTHY YOU LOOK :)

**  AND STICK TO THESE SHADES FOR EYESHADOW, GOLDS, CREAM, BRONZE…NOTICE THE MINIMAL EYELINER? PUT A NUDE SHADE EYELINER INSIDE YOUR WATERLINE!

So try this look, get your No Makeup, Makeup Look!

By Candice Manacchio XOXO

Today, My Monday Manicure is Actually Visiting some of our key salons who we have certified them to do shellac and list there salon as a verified status. So I am going to visit to bring them there certification or find out why they may not be ready yet,  This program was created so that we can explain and educate the difference in the system when its not used correctly. Un fortunately if the salon are not following any of the protocol or show no interest, the we will have to remove from the web…Dont Shoot The Messenger! Just want to show and educate the correct way, This is for a product Shellac, So let me know if you have any problems or concerns.I would love to help with training or just some simple questions. On a positive note…

 THE TRENDS IN SHELLAC NOW, HAVE MORE NEW COLORS! AND YOU CAN LAYER THE COLORS TO GET OVER 100 DIFFERENT LOOKS, YOU CAN ALSO ADD GLITTER„,YES GLITTER AND CREATE AN OMBRE. OR ADD JEWEJS, THE MORE THE BETTER, ITS SO FUN.  LOOKING FOR SOME ONE ON ONE CLASSES IN THE AREA? JUST LET ME KNOW AND WE CAN DISCUSS RATES. 

HERE ARE SOME GREAT DESIGNS I DID ALL DONE WITH SHELLAC…

AND HERES ME! IM WEARING SHELLAC IN FEDORA…TELL ME IF YOU HAVE WORN SHALLAC BEFORE, AND WHAT YOU THOUGHT? I NEED TO KNOW IF YOU GOT THE 2 WEEK WEAR? TELL ME, TELL ME…..

WELCOME BACK TO FASHION WEEK FRIDAYS, AS PROMISED, EVERY FRIDAY I WILL POST THE TRENDS FROM A SHOW I WORKED ON DURING NYC FASHION WEEK FOR THE 2012 SPRING/SUMMER SEASON, I HOPE THIS INSPIRES YOU TO TRY A NEW LOOK FOR YOUR MAKEUP, NAILS, HAIR OR FASHION THIS WEEKEND OUT… ENJOY :)

Kevork Kiledjian Spring 2012: The Sexiest NYFW Show Ever

This was the tamest dress of all, credit: Getty Images

Let’s be real here: fashion week in New York isn’t known for its super-sexiness. Sure, there are models and cleavage and the odd nipple here and there, but most designers who are showing on schedule aren’t aiming to whip you into a va-va-voom T&A frenzy. So we were surprised that last night’s Kevork Kiledjianspring 2012 show put on such an aggressive display of sexuality—skintight super-mini strapless leather dresses, ultra-shiny body-skimming pieces, totally sheer and clingy maxi-dresses, mesh and lace panels.

Called “Hear Me Roar,” the spring collection is touted as “an interpretation of sumatra, a new experience of the culture, flora and fauna… the collection’s body-conscious shapes feel entirely new and modern.” Check out 12 more sexy Kevork Kiledjian looks and our runway finale video after the jump.

 

SCOOP ON THE NAILS……….

For the Kevork Kiledjian show, Manacchio created “Iced Sand” manicures using one coat of Desert Suede topped with CND Jade Sparkle Effect and softened with a finish of CND Colour in Washed Down White. Nails were a modern spin on nude with added texture for a hi-tech finish to complement military green and cream shades on the runway.

WOW, YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOU CAN FIND! SOMEONE ELSES JUNK CAN BE ANOTHER PERSONS TREASURE.

I stopped in to check out the Milford, Ct Goodwill Store to see if I can find any treasures. I love Vintage, Thrift Store, Tag sales, Antique shopping etc…You can find great steals!

And I don’t mean the trashy neighborhood tag sale or dumpy thrift stores! You have to go to the town or area of $$$ Cha Ching $$$ Good finds, you know your towns!!! So Lets see what I found….

THIS ENTIRE RACK, EVERY SHIRT WAS ONLY $3.99!!! I LOOKED FOR NAME BRANDS AND FOUND SOME GOODIES..

I WORE THIS THAT NIGHT ON A DATE WITH MY HONEY! HE THOUGHT IT WAS HIGH END HA HA HA,

HERE ARE SOME OTHERS I GRABBED! 

THEY EVEN HAD “THE GLASS CABINETS THAT WERE LOCKED WITH MORE “LABEL” WORTHY FINDS, THE COACH BAG WAS ONLY $25!!!!! AND THE 14K GOLD WITH DIAMONDS NECKLACE..ONLY $80!! 

MY POINT IS, BE SMART WITH YOUR $$$ AND CHECK OUT WHAT YOU CAN FIND…THIS WAY YOU SAVE UP YOUR MONEY TO PUT TOWARDS OTHER THINGS THAT ARE ON YOUR WISH LIST…I WILL BE POSTING ANOTHER GREAT FIND…..BE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE BY EMAIL OR “LIKE” MY HTTP://FACEBOOK.COM/NAILSANDLIPSTICK TO FOLLOW ALONG AND SEE…I WILL TEACH YOU HOW TO SHOP! AND, TELL ME YOUR FINDS!!!

COMING FRIDAYS…FOLLOW ME FRIDAYS… FASHION, FOOD & FUN

By Candice Manacchio XOXO

Who watched the Golden Globes this weekend? We’re loving Zooey Deschanel’s tuxedo nails (especially since we did ‘em at Ruffian’s Fall 2011 show) At Fashion Week…

To Sport this look, D.I.Y Tip:

Polish a French manicure design using any 2 colors of choice, we used a custom blend purple/lavender shade and black (CND Blackjack) as the french tip LET DRY!

for the bow tie, use a toothpick, detail art brush, marblier tool and with the black, create an X at the top of the nail then connect the sides and fill in, add a dot in the center of the X

Then place your 2-3 dots down the center of the nail..Top coat

*** TOO HARD? HERES AN EASIER SHORTCUT****

On a clear nail, create your french line, and bow tie etc first, this way if you need to clean up the lines you can do so with a art brush and polish remover, let fully dry, then go over with translucent shimmer color.

Heres the model we actually did at the Ruffian Show 20111 at NYC Fashion Week

MORE TRENDS TO COME EACH WEEK ON TUESDAYS TRENDS..WATCH FOR SPRING/SUMMER LOOKS WE DID IN SEPTEMBER AT FASHION WEEK SPR/SUM 2012

By Candice Manacchio XOXO