Vodka & Caviar

With a name like “Vodka & Caviar” I almost don’t care what color it is, I have to have it. Nail polish colors have such unique and playful names, normally I may smile or laugh and then forget about it, focusing only on the color, but this time the name came first.

As part of the O.P.I. Russian Collection, one of their colors is beautifully titled “Vodka & Caviar”- how great is that? It is a rich crimson, which I love, too- and I am determined to get it. Honestly, I didn’t know what to expect in the color when my dear friend phoned me about it (she knew I would love it, the words made her think instantly of me as it was). I am pleased it is such a rich and gorgeous color- my heart would have been broken if it was anything but gorgeous.

Vodka and Caviar… what a great thing, I am going to have to use that somewhere I just know it. Much love!

Nails That Bark, Too?

Little addition to the Purring Snowy Nails post; I just returned from a dentist appointment (lovely, I know). And the assistant loved my nails- calling them “Dalmatian Spots.”

I love it- never would have thought of it on my own, but they definitely can go that way, especially with the bigger black spots I had accidentally made. I like it even more.

So there you are puppy lovers- a little bark and bite to your fashion. Some puppy love!

If you don’t know what I am referring to on the purring post- check out the last one and of course the one that started it all (meow) found in the nails category

xx

Bombshell Beauty

Snowy Nails That Purr, Too

This kitty is always purring; its the fashion love that keeps me going. Okay, so last time I did this look on a natural base coat. This time I decided to explore a little further on it with a snow leopard as my muse.

I used a a rather subtle base coat, close to a taupe and just shades darker than my skin tone (enough for it to be noticed, but not so much that it took over).

A few selected white spots and a touch of black- ready to go again; quite simple and delightfully playful.

I accidentally made some of the black spots a bit bigger on my right hand (bound to happen) but looking at it I think I rather like it better. From a distance it pops more.

Fine by me, I am not about to argue such an accident !

This look would work with the white as a base, too- but that would be more like the original only with a bit more pop. This one I wanted to do a bit differently but still keep in theme.

My nails are getting a bit longer-I painted the backs (what little is there) with some red but its hardly noticeable and just not ready yet.

Ah well, another time then. So in between these trials was another version/variation I attempted and really enjoyed as well. A bit more sultry.

Take a look.

Sooo much fun, yay. I like the gold with this dark burgundy as well, I think they go lovely together.

Alright, that’s all for this look. Ha, hah, oddly enough as I write this to you one of my kitties is just having at his little leopard toy ball. So appropriate. Ciao, loves.

Meow, Nails That Roar and Purr

Inspired by the Louboutin Manicure, I am not patient enough to simply wait for my nails to grow. (Nor do I wish to have acrylics at the moment).

So I decided to dabble a bit with some colors and created a design to fit my playfulness- and I am quite delighted with my results.

A clear coat to begin- a few rather large dots of a tan or copper coating, and then finished off with some well placed black dots: you have leopard print nails that roar. Kitten has been a long time nickname of mine, and so it is only appropriate to make the move.

I love it, and its really rather simple (this is my first attempt and I think it came out rather well, especially as that is my right hand pictured just above). I played around a bit with the tan and copper- I think I like the copper better as it stands out more.

The nude underneath makes it more subtle I think. Another great option would be to put a brilliant red shade as the first coat and then the spots on top of it.

A white base would be fun too- or perhaps keep the clear base and make the tan/copper spots white spots instead- for that snowy look.

Even a royal blue may be a fun base for the daring and playful, for the special occasion of course. It will look great with a cocktail, not to mention those fun cocktail rings.

I think next time I may even add a pink flirtatious flair and have pale pink spots surrounded by the little black ones.

I will have to explore the rest of the animal kingdom as well- there have been a few giraffe print shoes and handbags I have been eying and I think matching it to the nails is just the thing.

So have a little fun and expand it to your liking- or keep it simple and see the attention you receive.

Here’s to pretty nails.

Louboutin Redefines Manicures For Nails

Louboutin is constantly finding new ways to be involved in my fashion world. And this time, from an unexpected source.

Miss Zoe Pocock of the exclusive Daniel Galvin Salon in London has introduced us to the Louboutin Manicure- simple, elegant, and sultry.

Pictured here from Grazia Magazine is the classic red beneath the shoe we all adore translated to the nails by being painted underneath. The top of the nails are black to match the shoe, though truly it can be done in any color to match whichever of Christian Louboutin’s shoes you may be wearing. So long as the red is in place you are ready to go.

I am anxious to try it myself, just as soon as my nails grow to a decent length again. In the meantime I am feeling quite inspired to play with some colors a bit on my own.

Another Splash for Nails

Whether its business or play, the color you paint your nails should never be limited to routine. This year I have bounced around from nudes with the faintest hints of color or shimmer, whites that are clean and bold, brilliant and rich tropical pinks and reds, and the deepest shades of burgundy.

Played right with a matching or contrasting outfit and the intrigue grows stronger. Looking through my nail polish collection I realized there is someone who has been neglected this year that is ready to be known again- the pastels, particularly the matte pastels. Even little silver is starting to move its way forward. Deep and royal blue made its way last winter as the new red, there is something sophisticated and rich about it. Somewhat daring yet divine.

But what of the pastels, the lavenders, pale yellows and corals? Watermelon has already began its move forward with a bold and deep color- perhaps other fruits are soon to follow in the color department. It just sounds so spring and summer not to mention playful and young. I think some warm and soft colors are ready now.

Change things up a bit. Of course the classics will always be there for us; but how often do you get the chance to venture out and let a little flirty creativity soar.