I know it, you know it, you’re going to get your nails done soon. Would you be here otherwise? Nada. So, before your inevitable appointment, we’re serving up a dollop of manicure inspiration. Yep, summer is in full force, and although the temperature doesn’t actually determine our choice of nail polish, I do like to keep my fingertips fresh and bright come sunshine … [Read more...] about Why you should try pastel nails at your next mani appointment
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These are the (freshest) shellac colours we’re choosing right now
We did our time, we waited a (long) while, but here it is – summer. In all it’s clammy, muggy, rain one minute, beaming sunshine the next, glory. And you know what it makes me want to do? Find a shop that still sells Mini Milks. That, and get a colour-popping manicure. A sorbet-shaded shellac mani, for all those Instagram shots with endless Pina Colada’s. Shellac is the perfect … [Read more...] about These are the (freshest) shellac colours we’re choosing right now
A guide to nude Shellac colours (because we all love a neutral mani)
Like a loyal best mate, the nude mani is always there for you. Sure, reds look great, but some of us are genetically wired to always opt for neutrals* (*I made that up, but surely it’s true?). Job interviews, weddings, salon indecisiveness: sometimes, going nude with your nails really pays off. Since a neutral shade suits a natural finish, shellac is the perfect partner for … [Read more...] about A guide to nude Shellac colours (because we all love a neutral mani)
So, let’s talk about that Picasso nails trend
The #PicassoNails hashtag is growing on Instagram, and it’s caught my attention. A neutral manicure veteran, why is my eye wandering to the world of nail art? Because this is the trend us minimalists have been waiting for. If you’re trying it at home, use a cotton bud, or the thin end of a paintbrush to create your Picasso-inspired design. With abstract lines and curving … [Read more...] about So, let’s talk about that Picasso nails trend
Non-traditional wedding nails that will still look timeless in the photos
The nude wedding manicure has reigned supreme for so long that it almost goes unquestioned. But the times they-are-a-changin’. Enter new wave wedding manicures: real pressed flowers, precision glitter, gold leaf and marble effect. Yes, you’re knee deep in wedding planning, but we recommend bumping nails to the top of your ‘to do’ list. Mainly because it beats re-doing your … [Read more...] about Non-traditional wedding nails that will still look timeless in the photos