Nails may not seem like it at first, but they can be an excellent way for you to channel your moods through color and design. Vivid nail creations aren't just for the bold and trendy, either. Even if your personal style tends to be more sedate, there are many easy designs that you can bring to life with a few of these helpful tips.
According to Glamour Magazine, one of the hottest looks to leap off the runway this season is velvet nails. While this sultry style isn't easy to pull off, you can channel the dark luxuriousness of it with something like Lippmann Collection – Bad Romance Nail Lacquer, which also features a subtle hint of glitter.
However, if you're searching for something radically different, you could also try layering your polishes with a mix of pastel and metallic hues. Lippmann Collection – Prelude to a Kiss Nail Lacquer can be a good, office-ready base that blends well with gold or silver. The source also recommends vivid colors like teal or bright green, which can create a stunning contrast for any attire.
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Can subtle color contrasts really make your nails stand out?
Friday, July 27th, 2012
Five ideas for an Olympics-inspired manicure
Thursday, July 26th, 2012
The 2012 Olympic Games in London are nearly here, and if you're planning to support your favorite athlete, country or sport, why not show it on your nails? Olympics-inspired manicures are the perfect way to dress up your digits for the events, and they're totally festive. Here are five designs to try.
1. Flags. Whether it's the American flag, the Union Jack or the Jamaican flag, using colors from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers will definitely be patriotic.
2. The rings. You could use a straw to paint them on each nail or focus on just an accent nail. A white background would show them off perfectly.
3. Medals. Give your nails a bit of glitz by painting medals on your nails. Metallic gold, silver and bronze polish will ensure you get it just right.
4. Everything London. Consider painting your nails with designs that represent Great Britain. A red phone booth, the Queen's silhouette or Big Ben might be perfect! Don't forget to seal them with a topcoat like Lippmann Collection – On A Clear Day Top Coat.
5. Your favorite sport. Whether it's soccer, volleyball, swimming or track and field, you can get creative with fun designs featuring equipment.
How to jazz up your manicure in 3 easy strokes
Monday, July 23rd, 2012
Not every nail art tutorial posted online or written about in the pages of a magazine is possible for some women. Whether you can't draw to save your life, don't have a steady enough hand or simply don't have a wide range of nail polish colors available, you may find that some designs are simply out of reach. But that doesn't mean you can't rock a jazzed-up manicure like everyone else.
Instead of worrying yourself over tiny shapes and intricate details, why not take the easy route and use a chic glitter polish like Lippmann Collection – Stairway To Heaven Nail Lacquer to take your nails to another level? It'd look glitzy on all 10 nails, but even painting one accent nail with three strokes of the brush on each hand is enough to make it interesting.
The ring finger is the most popular candidate for accent nail designs, so consider making that your standout when you're planning a color scheme. Go with matching shades of polish and glitter, like a red manicure with Lippmann Collection – Do Ya Think I'm Sexy? Nail Lacquer on the accent nail, or choose complementary colors like gray polish and silver glitter. You could even go bold with a totally opposite choice, like gold and green. The effect is up to you!
Which of the 5 nail shapes do you like best?
Wednesday, July 18th, 2012
Some ladies spend their time obsessing over which bright, trendy nail polish they'll put on their digits next, but others are more concerned with what shape they'll file their nails into. Glamour Magazine's beauty blog points out that there are five nail shapes that have become popular, but which one is your favorite?
1. Rounded. Many women have nails that grow into a rounded shape naturally, so it's not very hard to file them to keep them perfectly round.
2. Square. A completely straight edge on the tips looks fresh and clean, and it's also one of the strongest shapes for your nails. Filing straight across is also simple, but make sure the outer corners aren't sharp!
3. Squoval. A mix of round and square, this is probably the most popular shape these days. It's like the square style but the edges are more rounded.
4. Oval. This style was popular in the 80s, but you might not see it as often today. The tips of the nails have a rounded point.
5. Stiletto. One of the edgier choices now, stiletto nails really make a statement. The nails end in a slightly rounded point that's very tapered.
Whichever one's your favorite, Lippmann Collection – Smooth Operator 4-Way Buffer/File can help you achieve it!
Have you tried embracing the nail art trend on your toes?
Tuesday, July 10th, 2012
Nail art has been a huge movement in the beauty industry for months now, but with the onset of summer, there's room for even more fun. Now that you're likely wearing sandals and flip flops instead of confining your feet in shoes, you can rock a fabulous pedicure. Have you ever tried painting intricate designs on your tootsies?
If you're easing yourself into it, you could start by simply choosing a pedicure that relies on interesting colors. For example, you could create an ombre effect by using a shade of BABOR – Nail Color and white to create several lighter shades – one for each toe. You could also go the accent nail route, painting one of your toes a different color that complements the rest.
Of course, you may also be inclined to jump right in and get to painting your toenails with the coolest designs possible. After all, it might be easier than painting an intricate manicure because you'll be able to use your dominant hand to draw the whole time. Go with a bold design on just the big toe, or choose to get creative on all 10 nails. Just remember to seal your work with a great top coat like Lippmann Collection – Addicted To Speed Ultra Quick-Dry Top Coat!
Wondering how to pull off the denim manicure look?
Friday, July 6th, 2012
If you're into nail art but aren't a fan of the flashy neon designs that many ladies are sporting these days, a denim manicure might be right up your alley. As you probably know, denim jeans go with everything, which means that denim nails are just as versatile. Here's the how-to from 10BlankCanvases.com.
After painting on a base coat, you'll need a dark blue shade from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers. Paint on two thin coats, then let it dry completely. Next, grab a white polish and a small, course paintbrush and lightly scribble on thin horizontal and vertical lines. They should look like a tiny patchwork of scratches.
To make it look like denim, use a makeup sponge like Jane Iredale – Flocked Sponge to apply a light coat of the same blue polish you used for the base. It should give you a faded jeans affect. From there, you can use a matte top coat or a shiny top coat – whichever you prefer. If you want to take the manicure a step further, draw on a few stitching details by making thin lines with the blue polish and adding dotted lines over them in white. A rhinestone or two can act as buttons if you're really going for it!
How straws can help you create a fab manicure
Friday, June 29th, 2012
The nail art trend is still going strong, and women everywhere are finding new and exciting ways to decorate their manicures. However, getting creative starts to become a problem when you realize that it involves applying tiny details to your writing hand with your non-writing hand. Luckily, there are plenty of easier routes – one of which involves straws.
This idea, featured on Beautylish.com, is probably one of the easiest ways you can achieve nail art perfection without stressing over your skills or enlisting the help of a friend. All you'll need is a couple of nail polish colors from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers, a straw for each color you want the dots to be, a base coat and a top coat like Lippmann Collection – On A Clear Day Top Coat.
Begin by painting your nails with the base coat, then choosing a color for the background of your nails. White might be nice, but any hue will do. Paint on two coats, then let them dry completely. Now pick one of your dot colors and make a little puddle on a paper plate. Dip in the straw, then use it to make circular shapes on your nails – they don't have to be perfect. Switch colors and straws so you have a cool design, then apply top coat. Awesome!
One easy solution for kicking your nail-biting habit to the curb
Wednesday, June 27th, 2012
Whether you gnaw on your nails because of nerves or you do it in an attempt to fix that jagged edge or hangnail, chances are your habit isn't making your nails look particularly awesome. Biting your nails is not only unattractive and unsightly, but it's unhealthy. Just think of the bacteria you're transferring to your mouth each time you do it! Luckily, there's one easy way to kick the habit.
It might sound simple, but all you need to do is take good care of your nails. If they're moisturized, filed, smoothed and painted, why would you want to ruin the gorgeousness? The key to keeping them this way is always having manicure tools on hand. A small kit in your purse or car will ensure that you always have a quick fix available, so you'll never have to resort to your teeth.
Start out with a regenerating product like Talika – Nail Regenerator Serum, which can help bring fragile, lifeless nails back to life. Then stock up on a cuticle cream and hand lotion to keep your skin soft. A nail trimmer, file and a multi-purpose polish like Sothys – Nail Enamel Multi Action will complete your kit, leaving your nails looking fabulous.
Do you match your pedicure to your summer footwear?
Monday, June 25th, 2012
During the summer, women have a lot more options when it comes to shoes. You don't have to resign yourself to styles that feel confining, which means that your toes may very well be on display. With the latest fashion trends focusing a lot more on color, you may find yourself with a bright pair of espadrilles that beg the question, "What polish should I wear with these?"
According to The Beauty Department, you have two options when it comes to choosing a nail polish shade that will flatter your footwear. The first is matching the color of the shoe completely. It's very pulled-together, and luckily there are plenty of hues from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers. You shouldn't have a hard time finding a color that works.
Your second option is to clash the colors, but that doesn't mean that any old polish will do. A smart clash will be either a complementary color or one that's in the same color family. For example, you might wear a pair of coral sandals with an orange polish, or some green flip flops with yellow-painted toenails. Either way, don't forget to make your pedi chip-resistant with a top coat like Lippmann Collection – Addicted To Speed Ultra Quick-Dry Top Coat.
Top 10 office-appropriate nail ideas that your boss won’t flip over
Wednesday, June 20th, 2012
Not everyone works in an environment where colorful nail polish and the latest nail trends are okay. If you need to be more professional, that doesn't mean you can't rock cool nail polish. Here are the top 10 nail looks that your boss will probably approve of.
1. Milky nudes. White or cream looks best. Try BABOR – Nail Color in Natural.
2. Shimmery beige. Neutral but slightly edgy.
3. Pale peach. More chic than baby pink and totally on-trend.
4. Sheer pastels. They'll give a subtle hint of color.
5. A shimmery top coat. Just a hint of shimmer on bare nails is hot.
6. Pearly polishes. Pearl finishes are sophisticated – just like real pearls.
7. Matte finish. A not-too-bright shade gets a makeover when it's not shiny.
8. Soft lilac. A color this soft is barely noticeable and hints at your girly side.
9. Trendy taupe. A taupe polish like Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers in Fashion is so not boring.
10. French with a twist. Instead of pale pink with white tips, try a more unexpected combination.
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