Vintage Roses Nail Art

Hi again!

I think I will end up posting 3 times today...too much? I hope not! :)

I have seen different versions of this design all over the nail blogging world, and I wanted to give it a try.  This color combo is definitely one of my faves. All of these designs come from our new plates (you can check those out in the shop tab). The dots are filled in with a nail art pen.

Ring and thumb fingers: Orly Flirty stamped with Sally Hansen Fast-Dri Teal-y Fast.
All the rest:: Teal-y Fast as the base and Konad white for stamping.

I can't wait to use this color combo again!

Zoya Giveaway WINNER!

Good morning ladies!

I am announcing the winner of my Zoya Anja and Marina giveaway sponsored by the Verve 360 salons in Pittsburgh, PA! I omitted any multiple entries, and the winner is:

GFC: Sandragrose

Congrats! You have 48 hours to return my email before another winner is chosen.

Thanks to all those that entered, and no worries if you didn't win this time, because I will be announcing another giveaway very soon! :)

Zoya Tamsen + Nail Art

Hey!

I feel like it's been forever since I have blogged! This weekend has been nonstop, but I am so looking forward to this Thanksgiving break to make up for that.

This mani is simple, but fun...maybe more appropriate for summertime though. The base is Zoya Tamsen and the design comes from one of our stamping plates we have for sale. Our first shipment should be arriving this week! 

Hopefully life lets me keep posting regularly, since you lovely readers in the blogging world are the ones who keep me sane! haha

Gold Skittles with NOPI Khloe Had a Little Lam-Lam

Hello readers! 

I am on day 3 of this mani! I think that's a record, seriously! I used Out the Door fast dry topcoat and it still looks perfect. :)

So the base for this is Nicole by OPI Khloe Had a Little Lam-Lam from the Kardashian collection. This pic is from my swatch post of this collection. I am so obessed with this color! It's a one coater. And the creme shade is so unique. The fact that I have had this on for almost 3 days without getting sick of it is definitely saying something!!

My mani inspiration comes from a fellow blogger that I follow. I tried so hard to remember which one and I just couldn't. So if you happen to know who this idea came from, I would love to give them credit! 

Middle finger: Claire's Gold Glitter topcoat as the base and striping tape used to make the design.

Ring: Milani Jewel FX in Gold

Thumb: ELF Golden Goddess

I will probably take this off today, but even if I had to wear it for a week I wouldn't be complaining. ;)

Born Pretty Store Accessories

Hi everyone! 

I just wanted to share with you a purchase I made recently from Born Pretty Store. They have more than just nail art supplies. They also have some super cute jewelry and hair accessories. Because they have such great prices I was able to get a good amount of things for a little over $20! I know it helps to see this stuff on other places besides the website before purchasing so hopefully this helps someone.

The first thing I got was a Hello Kitty bling necklace. Adorable! The chain is longer than I was expecting, but that's not a huge issue. You can find this and many other HK items *here*.

The next thing I purchased was these earrings. They remind me of something from Tiffany's (one day maybe!), for now these work! ;) I wore these a couple days ago...love 'em! You can find these *here*.

This hair clip is a new fave of mine. I have been wearing it to keep my bangs out of my face when they bother me. It stays put really well and adds a little extra something to your look. You can find this *here*. 

If you have been following my blog for a while, you know I love bows and bling and these hair ties combine both! There are a bunch of colors to choose from, but I only got 2. Can't wait to wear these with a wavy side pony! You can find these hair ties *here*.

And finally, I got this headband. I love the cute design and fall colors. So far, it doesn't seem like it will pinch my head, which most headbands usually do to me. You can get this *here*.

And because I wasn't picture ready at the time, my little Taylee is modeling this headband. She is still in her PJ's here, but you get the idea. <3

I definitely plan on purchasing more cute accessories from Born Pretty in the future. They are such an easy and cheap way to update your wardrobe. My order only took 3 weeks to get here from China and free shipping with no minimum worldwide is always a plus! I have a coupon code that can help you too: AMBERL73 gets you 10% off!

Have any of you tried Born Pretty accessories or do you plan to?

*These items were purchased by me and reviews are not influenced in any way.

Essence Colour and Go Polishes + Nail Art

Hi ladies!

Today's post is a doozy, but hopefully in a good way! I have a few Essence Colour and Go polishes to show you with nail art. Let's get started!

This is Walk of Fame, a griege/taupe shade. This is 2 coats without topcoat, so it's pretty shiny on it's own.

For nail art, this is one of our stamping plates (XL plate I) stamped with Konad Black polish. I love how complicated this design looks, even though it's not that hard to get!

The next shade is Can't Cheat on Me. This is a slightly holographic silver. Here is 2 coats.

Faubuless is a black with silver shimmer flecks in it. This is 2 coats.

This nail art combines the last 2 polishes to create a design I LOVE! All my fingers but the ring are stamped in OMG. The ring is stamped with Konad Black. The stripes come from XL plate I and the abstract squares from XL plate A.

Here it is in sunlight.

And it truly comes to life with the camera flash! <3

The next color is Date with the Night, silvery brown shimmer. This is 2 coats also.

I love this design too...cute peacock feathers. The colors were simply dotted in with a dotting tool. The design comes from XL plate J.

And finally, this is Where is the Party? This is a purple/green duochrome. The next few pictures try to capture that.

And for the final nail art look, this is XXL plate #2.

I have seen these polishes at Ulta, and you can find more info about the stamping plates in my Shop tab.

So that's it! Which color and design are your favorite?

*Polish was sent to me for review in exchange for my honest opinions.

China Glaze in Awe of Amber + Nail Art

Hi again! :)

I am back with my nail post for the day. The base for this mani is China Glaze In Awe of Amber that I got on clearance at Sally's (I am in there so much the girls know who I am. haha). I probably only picked it up since I share part of it's name, because the color isn't one I usually go for. This is 3 coats.

This nail art is a bit out of my comfort zone, but you have try everything once right?! Actually, I let Dustin do all the brainstorming on this mani. Sometimes his creative side is just dying to be unleashed, and this is what he ended up with.

It looks cool right? The flames were stamped on using a design from plate I (check out the shop tab for more info) and then the details were freehanded using the Born Pretty dual nail art pens I reviewed recently.

Have you guys tried anything outside your comfort zone lately?