Green with Envy

Lately I've been very drawn to green nail polish, specifically odd green nail polish, so I thought I'd share a few of my favorites from this latest obsession. With that being said, I present to you some of my not so green-greens

Borghese Euro Green (indoors without and with flash)

A coppery metallic antique gold-green with green multi-colored micro glitter- sometimes it looks brown, sometimes the black base really shines.

Borghese Rapido Limoncello (indoors without and with flash)

Though it tends to look more yellow than green, it is infact a a green. Best described as a sort of mustard green.

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New Spring and Summer from Deborah Lippmann

Bright, crayola-colored nails are in this spring and summer with the hottest most fashionable shades coming from Deborah Lippmann!

Girls Just Want To Have Fun – A smooth, vintage coral that everyone can wear because it’s bold yet velvety – a sort of carefree, creamy coral.

I Know What Boys Like – A creamy periwinkle that credits to both the 80’s and my clients. Several of Deborah's clients have asked for interesting blues. This one is a blend of blue and purple with a creamy finish, which gives it a slightly retro look that is so playful and hip.

Yellow Brick Road - a sheer mellow yellow with a jelly finish. The proof that it wears beautifully on all skin tones: it complements many including Lady GaGa, who wore it first for her “Born This Way” performance at the 2011 Grammy Awards

Lara’s Theme was created with supermodel Lara Stone is Deborah Lippmann’s newest celebrity collaboration. It’s a dare to wear shade of hot-hot orange

Each of these hot nail colors retail for $16.00 and is available at Barneys New York, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and online at www.deborahlippmann.com

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Michelle Monaghan's Red Carpet Pat On The Black

One of my favorite actresses and star of the Source Code, Michelle Monaghan, hit the red carpet at the Met Ball last night wearing Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in Pat On The Black, best described as a black grape - the more coats, the darker it looks. I love the contrast of her hot Barbie-pink gown with the dark, moodiness of her nails.

Michelle’s stylist and Sally Hansen’s Style Advisor, Mary Alice Stephenson, chose the chic shade, revealing, "I love how the dark polish gives a very McQueen edge to all that gorgeous Derek Lam pink that Michelle is wearing. The right nail polish is just as important as picking the perfect clutch, shoes or jewelry. Nail color instantly changes a look and is a fast and easy way to make any outfit look more special whether you want to add drama or be a bit more demure!"

Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure is an all-in-one formula that combines the 5 steps of a professional salon manicure in a single multi-tasking polish, it retails for $7.99 and available at drugstores nationwide.

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Incoco Dry Nail Applique - A Revolutionary Nail Polish

It's been a while but sometimes life happens when you're not paying attention. Speaking of not paying attention, I don't know how I've never discovered Incoco Dry Nail Enamel before - shame on me! Oh my goodness I'm in love. If you're not already familiar witht his nail brand then get acquainted quickly, it's a vital addition to your wardrobe. Incoco is not your typical nail polish, like I said (and wrote in the post heading), it's a dry polish but please note that it IS 100% nail polish. This dry nail polish applique is real nail polish on a pre-cut strip that you can just peel, apply and go.

I mean, look at my gorgeous nails below. the above photo of the strip translates to the beauty below. i am so on trend with my animal print nails known as Cat's Meow, a glitter based polish. This polish is also a 3-in-1 manicure - it comes already set with base coat, nail polish color and top coat - what could be easier. There is no drying time and each application should last two weeks. The result is very smooth to the touch (yes even the glitter)

How does it work? As I said, its so easy. The hardest part is selecting a color. prep your nails as you would with any manicure, warm up the strip my rubbing it between your palms, select your nail sizes, remove plastic clear cover, then peel color strip, remove silver tab from color strip, then position the strip on your nail (make sure to smooth out creases - you can stretch the color stip to fit properly), file the excess off and you're done. Incase you need a visual, go to Incoco.com to check out the How to Apply video or photo.

Have fun.

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CND Shellac Manicure at The Angelo David Salon

I've never had the pleasure of trying CND's Shellac Manicure, the latest 14-Day, No-Chip Manicure, but the opportunity came up at the Angelo David Salon. Shellac® nail color goes on like a polish, wears like a gel that gives you two full weeks of nick-free, chip-free, smudge-free manicures.

Heralded by Angelo David Pisacreta who grew up in salons where he learned how to create hand-crafted, perfectly fitted hairpieces from his father, an award-winning competition hairdresser, the Angelo David Salon is known for developing a hair addition system, Angelo David Couture Hair Extensions and Additions, that reflect the uniqueness of the individual.

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Fridays at the Sephora Beauty Studio STARTS TODAY!!!!

This spring, TGIF takes on a whole new meaning with Fridays at the Sephora Beauty Studio! Sephora has always been the destination for the latest beauty trends, and now each Friday through May 27th, all 15 Sephora locations in Manhattan will be hosting different interactive beauty events featuring some of the world’s top beauty brands.  Stop in at your nearest Sephora store to transform your look in minutes with a free Express Service (no appointment necessary), or log on to www.sephora.com/go/fridaysatthesephorabeautystudio and find where your favorite brand will be each Friday to indulge in a new look. Services and brands change weekly so consult the online calendar often to ensure you don’t miss out on your favorites

A few highlights for this Friday, April 8th:

Josie Maran at Sephora Flatiron, 119 Fifth Avenue, 2 - 8 pm:

• Flawless Complexion Express Service

Achieve a radiant complexion in just 5 easy steps with the Josie Maran makeup collection that is infused with her signature, all-natural Argan Oil – perfect to celebrate Earth month!

Fresh at Sephora 5 Times Square, 200 W 42nd Street, 3-9 pm:

• Sugar Lip Bar

Visit the Fresh Sugar Lip Bar to experience award winning age-delay lip care and learn how to get sweet, kissable lips!

Peter Thomas Roth at Sephora SoHo, 555 Broadway, 1-7 pm:

• Meet Brand Founder, Peter Thomas Roth from 1-3pm

Enjoy an Everyday Eye Treatment Express Service and also be on the lookout for Peter Thomas Roth himself!

Bumble & bumble at Sephora 5th Avenue, 1-7 pm:

• Express Hair How-To

Learn dry styling techniques from the Bumble & bumble style experts and receive personalized product recommendations to keep your locks looking their best

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Kiss Your Way to the Wedding Dress of Your Dreams

Hello you gorgeous Summer brides, you'll be happy to know that Kiss Products, the leader in artificial nail technology, has some wonderful things just for you. First, Kiss has created new bridal inspired nails that give a perfect French manicure for the wedding, and throughout the honeymoon. For a subtle hint of pearly shimmer, brides say I do to the Everlasting French Pearl Nails, and for those wanting a minimal design, then the French Design Nail Kits come in 3 different designs.

 

Complement any wedding dress with the new Everlasting French Pearl Nail Kit ($5.99) or the Everlasting French Design Nail Kits ($6.99), both available at Walmart and Walgreens stores nationwide.

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ZOYA SUMMER BOGO (Buy One Get One Free) Code

Attention all nail polish lovers, there is a Zoya BOGO Code that has been placed in the the "My Account Section" of www.zoya.com. You will need to login and access your code to participate in the Zoya Summer BOGO.

The ZOYA SUMMER BOGO code is exclusive to consumers with accounts at www.zoya.com. The code is a personalized code and is one time use only. Here are the full details:

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Mastering the Art of Water Marbling

So many people want to know about the great Water Marbling effect. Water marbling is a type of nail art that looks like multi-colored swirls. It takes lots of practice (as I've been learning), but the results can be beautiful. In case you are wondering how to do this, I thought I'd show you step by step.

 

Water Marbling Part 1 and Part 2 (I'll explain later)

 

 

Apply a solid color polish to each nail (you want a more dramatic effect) or your just a base coat - this is optional

Let nails dry naturally - you know the carnal rule if you don't want smudges - no shaking of the hands,  blowing, or put your nails under a fan

Add water to a wide bowl (you can use a paper cup in an emergency). NOTE - DO NOT use cold water, this makes the glaze dry faster in the water). Fill to the top (the fun part is next)

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Broadway Nails Video Contest

Ever wanted to see your name in the bright lights of Broadway? Well now's your chance!

Broadway Nails Facebook Fans can submit a short video (3 minute minimum) featuring any Broadway Nails products to be featured on their website. The Broadway Nails Video Star contest will consist of two rounds - the first round will be voted on by the public and will last 4 weeks, until April 4th. To vote for a video, you must be a fan of Broadway Nails on Facebook.

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Get Your Glam on with Kiss's March Glamness Sweepstakes

Kiss Facebook fans, get ready for the opportunity to win a Kiss product every day during the month of March, by entering the March Glamness Sweepstakes. Fans can enter to win a different Kiss product each day during March and can also enter to win the grand prize a gift basket of all products included in the Glamness giveaway, on March 31st.

Become a fan of Kiss Nails on Facebook and enter to win.

Rules:
Entry forms must be completed each day for each individual product and will reset at midnight every night of March. Facebook fans must return daily to re-enter for each giveaway. Once a participant wins a product from March 1st to March 30th (3/1 – 3/30) they will be excluded from winning until the grand prize on March 31st (3/31) where they can re-enter to win.

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Dashing Diva Nails L.A.M.B.

To create a cohesive nail look for the Soldier Girl, Ragga Muffin Girl, London Girl, Buffalo Girl, Mod Girl and Glamour Girl ‘gangs’ in Gwen Stefani’s collection, Celebrity nail technician Pattie Yankee and the Dashing Diva nail team used Dashing Diva’s Limo Service polish for an edgy take on a neutral polish.

Gwen Stefani, the creator of the Love Angel Music Baby line and a fan of black polish, said black is back for polish for Fall/Winter 2011.

PHOTO CREDIT: ANN LAWLOR

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