Barielle Nude & Naughty Collection Swatches and Review

Today I would like to share with you the new Barielle Nude & Naughty collection released this Fall. The collection features five beautiful neutral shades...

31DC2013 Day 22 - Inspired by a Song

Today I would like to show you my manicure for Day 22 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge. The challenge today is to be inspired by a song. I decided to go with one of my current favorites, Merry Go 'Round by Kacey Musgraves. If you have not heard this song before, you can listen to it on YouTube. The lyrics of the song really resonate with me. I was so excited that I got the chance to see her in concert this summer...

31DC2013 Day 21 - Inspired by a Color

In an attempt to catch up with the challenge I would like to show you a second manicure today. This is my manicure for Day 21 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge. The challenge is to be inspired by a color. I was inspired by the name of this beautiful blue Tawdry Terrier Howling at the Moon lacquer. I instantly knew that I wanted to try adding a howling wolf to it...

31DC2013 Day 20 - Water Marble

Today I would like to show you my water marble manicure for Day 20 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge. I watched and re-watched a bunch of videos by My Simple Little Pleasures in preparation for this since marbling is not my forte. I love all her marbles with Color Club Halo Hues so I decided to try it for myself. Countless hours and wasted polish later, I would like to present you with my manicure...

31DC2013 Day 19 - Galaxies

I have fallen far behind in the 31 Day Nail Challenge and I'm not sure I can catch up, but I will try. Today I have my galaxy manicure for Day 19 to share with you. I looked at many images of galaxies for inspiration and was set to try and replicate one of them, but once I started actually applying the polish all that was thrown out the window and I just went with it...

Press Release: OPI Limited Edition Miss Universe 2013

Shades Fit for a Beauty Queen!

OPI Releases Limited Edition

MISS UNIVERSE® 2013 Nail Lacquers

OPI announces the launch of three limited edition MISS UNIVERSE nail lacquers – the dusky purple I’m Feeling Sashy, the deep black plum Miss You-niverse, and the textured matte platinum This Gown Needs a Crown. Worn without top coat, This Gown Needs a Crown offers a new satin finish. Each bottle of this matte silver nail lacquer comes with a complementary bejeweled crown ring – the finishing touch for a manicure worthy of Miss Universe. All three hues are inspired by the gorgeous, sophisticated women entering the 2013 MISS UNIVERSE® competition, to be held November 9, 2013.

“The women competing for the MISS UNIVERSE title are beautiful, intelligent and inspiring,” explains Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI co-founder and Artistic Director. “They are passionate ambassadors for many worthy causes, and through the Miss Universe Organization, they help to empower other young ladies around the world.

“The three new shades in the MISS UNIVERSE promotion were created with these exceptional women in mind,” continues Weiss-Fischmann. “The colors are very glamorous – ideal for special occasions, a night on the town, or even being named the most beautiful woman in the world!”

OPI was named the Miss Universe Organization’s official nail care sponsor for 2013 at the MISS USA® pageant, a precursor to the MISS UNIVERSE® competition.

MISS UNIVERSE nail lacquers each feature OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application. This Gown Needs a Crown features a satin finish and should be worn without top coat for best results. These shades will be available October 2013, at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, jcp Salons, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, ULTA and ulta.com for $9.00 ($10.95 CAN) suggested retail for each nail lacquer.

For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!


ABOUT OPI
As the world leader in the professional nail care industry, OPI is committed to providing high-quality products and services to both salons and their customers, along with a focus on industry safety and innovation. Known for its exceptional formula, fashionable colors and iconic names, OPI’s heavily-pigmented lacquers are super rich, long-lasting and chip-resistant – offering an affordable luxury to consumers. OPI nail lacquer is available in over 200 shades. Each lacquer features OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application. Currently, OPI is available in over 100 countries and retails a full line of professional items, including nail treatments, finishing products, lotions, manicure/pedicure products, files, tools, gels and acrylics.

About the Miss Universe Organization:
The Miss Universe Organization, a Donald J. Trump and NBCUniversal joint venture, is a global community empowering role models of beauty, health and leadership for young women of today. As part of the Miss Universe Organization, Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA are dedicated to partnering with charities around the world, and to increasing awareness for HIV/AIDS and breast and ovarian cancers. For more information, visit: www.missuniverse.com.

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Press Release: OPI Annual Pink of Hearts Promotion

OPI Supports Breast Cancer Awareness with Seventh Annual Pink of Hearts Promotion

OPI announces the launch of its seventh annual limited edition Pink of Hearts promotion, featuring the classic sheer pink shade Pink-ing of You and the new sparkle-packed hue More than a Glimmer. Pink of Hearts 2013 will also include pink ribbon and crystal decals (10 each) to embellish nails.

This duo pack is designed to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and support. In 2013, OPI will donate $25,000 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) to Susan G. Komen®. OPI will also donate $5,000 to Rethink Breast Cancer in Canada.

“OPI is proud to support Susan G. Komen and Rethink Brest Cancer with the seventh annual Pink of Hearts promotion,” explains Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI co-founder & Artistic Director. “I encourage women to create and customize their own Pink of Hearts manicure, wearing these colors as a visible way to honor everyone whose lives have been touched by breast cancer.”

Pink of Hearts 2013 includes two shades sold in one pack – the pale pink Pink-ing of You and the vibrant More than a Glimmer. This sparkly lacquer is packed with both micro and macro matte glitters in a rainbow of colors and should be worn without a top coat, either alone or layered on top of Pink-ing of You. Each bottle also features a special pink ribbon cap wrap in support of breast cancer awareness, and every set offers 10 each decorative pink ribbon and crystal decals.

Pink-ing of You and More than a Glimmer feature OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application. Pink of Hearts 2013 will be available September and October 2013 at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, jcp Salons, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, ULTA and ulta.com for $15.95 ($19.95 CAN) suggested retail. For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!

About OPI
As the world leader in the professional nail care industry, OPI is committed to providing high-quality products and services to both salons and their customers, along with a focus on industry safety and innovation. Known for its exceptional formula, fashionable colors and iconic names, OPI’s heavily-pigmented lacquers are super rich, long-lasting and chip-resistant – offering an affordable luxury to consumers. OPI nail lacquer is available in over 200 shades. Each lacquer features OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application. Currently, OPI is available in over 100 countries and retails a full line of professional items, including nail treatments, finishing products, lotions, manicure/pedicure products, files, tools, gels and acrylics.

About Susan G. Komen®
Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Suzy, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer. Today, Susan G. Komen® works to end breast cancer in the U.S. and throughout the world by investing more than $750 million in breast cancer research and $1.5 billion in community outreach programs over the past 30 years; providing funding to help low-income and uninsured women get screened and get treatment; advocating for cancer research and outreach programs; and working globally in more than 30 countries. Visit komen.org.

About Rethink
Rethink Breast Cancer burst on the scene in 2001 with a desire to change the face of breast cancer—to show that young women get breast cancer too. Our mission is to continuously pioneer cutting-edge breast cancer education, support and research that speaks fearlessly to the unique needs of young (or youngish) women.

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Tawdry Terrier Autumn in the Barkshires Select Shades...

Today I would like to show you a swatches of a few shades from the Tawdry Terrier Autumn in the Barkshires Fall collection. Tawdry Terrier is a new indie polish brand which launched this Summer and I'm very excited to get the chance to try them out. Tawdry Terrier lacquers are handmade, Big5Free and cruelty free...

OPI Designer Series Pewter and Lapis

Today I would like to show you the two Designer Series by OPI lacquers released this Fall. These Designer Series shades feature a DS Raw Granite finish which is a matte textured finish very similar to that of OPI Liquid Sand shades. The texture of DS Raw Granite compared to Liquid Sand seems to be less pronounced and a bit softer. Both of these are gorgeous and perfect for Fall...

Sunday Stamping: Autumn

Today it is time for the Sunday Stamping challenge in Adventures in Stamping. The theme today is Autumn nails. I've got just a quick manicure to show you. I didn't create it specifically for the challenge, but it happened to fit the theme and I since I have not had time in the past few days to play around with nail polish and create something new, I figured I would share this one...

Born Pretty Store Water Decals...

Today I would like to show you a manicure with floral water decals that I got for review from the Born Pretty Store. I have been smitten water decals for a while now and my obsession continues. It is such a simple way to dress up a manicure. This rose pattern mimics a one-stroke technique, but requires none of the skills or practice needed to achieve it freehand...

Ruby Wing Doux and Strawberry Shortcake

I was starting to worry that I wouldn't get another good sunny day to photograph these two Ruby Wing shades, but it was such a gorgeous morning yesterday that I dropped everything else I was doing and swatched these two beauties! If only I didn't have to hurry and run off to work, I would have loved to create some nail art. Work would understand if i showed up late because I was playing with polish, right?

Dazzle Dry Glam Nuvo Swatches and Review

Today I would like to show you swatches of the new Dazzle Dry Glam Nuvo Fall collection. I was very impressed the first time that I tried the Dazzle Dry system earlier this Summer and I continue to be blown away by it. The colors are gorgeous, the polishes are super fast trying, they are toxin free and vegan. I really couldn't ask for more...

31DC2013 Day 18 - Half-Moons

Today I would like to show you the half-moons manicure for Day 18 of the 31 Day Challenge. I was initially playing around with Shimmer Candace for the glitter challenge yesterday, but Candace seemed to be too sophisticated to just be a glitter accent and demanded to be the center of attention...

31DC2013 Day 17 - Glitter

For day 17 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge, a glitter manicure, I knew I wanted to play with some of my loose glitter. I got this hex glitter a while ago and thought it would be fun for nail art when I wanted something different from the standard hex glitter. For some reason it has stood unused... until now that is...

OPI San Francisco Swatches and Review (part 2)

Today I would like to show you the remainder of the OPI San Francisco collection. This half of the collection includes the warmer hues of the brown and red family. Similarly to the first half, it includes both creams and shimmery shades...

31DC2013 Day 16 - Tribal Print

I am now a day behind  in the 31 Day Nail Challenge so today I would like to show you day 16 of the challenge which is 'tribal print'. I must confess that I always admire those who attempt tribal print nails. I happen to be unreasonably scared of trying them for myself, probably because I need lots of practice with freehand. I was tempted to do this challenge with stamping, but decided to be brave and try it freehand, so be nice to me :)

OPI San Francisco Swatches and Review (part 1)

Today I would like to show you the first half of the OPI San Francisco collection. This half contains the blues and grays for the collection plus a tan thrown in for good measure. It has everything from cream to shimmer to foil and even duochrome. A little bit of everything to tempt you...

31DC2013 Day 15 - Delicate Print

I can't believe it is already Day 15 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge. It seems to be flying by so quickly and we are about to get into the really challenging portion. Today's challenge calls for a delicate print manicure. I instantly thought of lace at the mention of delicate and decided to play around with stamping. As my latest obsession seems to be stamping over textured polish, I couldn't resist including this PixieDust in my manicure...

31DC2013 Day 14 - Flowers

Today I have for you a floral manicure for Day 14 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge. I have had this manicure in head ever since reviewing the OPI Euro Centrale collection, although I didn't get a chance to try it at that time. It has been begging to be brought to reality ever since and I'm so excited to finally be 'forced'/ have an excuse to try it thanks to this challenge...

31DC2013 Day 13 - Animal Print

I'm back from vacation and trying to catch up with emails and various other bloggy stuff including comments, so please bear with me. Today I would like to show you my manicure for Day 13 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge. The challenge is animal print. I have been wanting to try a manicure inspired by the beautiful patterns of poison dart frogs for a while now so I jumped at the opportunity to do it today. The hardest part was picking out which beautiful pattern to try...

Barielle's Welcome Fall Sweepstakes!

The September Sweepstakes will start on September 12th and end on September 26th. There will be 10 prizes given out and one Grand Prize of a Cole Haan Silver Satchel, RSP of $175.00. The ten prizes are the Barielle products only.

The Barielle kit will consist of:

• Two of the Fall Collections 5 Packs (Sophisticated Lady and Nude & Naughty) - $50
• One Nail Rebuilding Protein Base Coat - $17.50
• One No Chip Speed Dry Top Coat - $12.50
• One Nail Strengthener Cream - $17.00
• The value of the total Grand Prize is more than $200.00

The Grand Prize will include the fashion accessory plus the Barielle Kit.

Enter on Barielle's Facebook page...

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Press Release: Zoya Zenith Collection Holiday 2013

Harmonious Cosmic Color for Winter/Holiday 2013

Enter the color cosmos with this new collection of six perfectly harmonious nail polish beauties by Zoya.

ZOYA ZENITH WINTER/HOLIDAY 2013

ZP689 - Seraphina: Polaris Silver Metallic. Full Coverage Formula (bottle shown above). ZP687 - Cassedy: Celestial Pewter Metallic. Full Coverage Formula (shown above). ZP678 - Belinda: Cosmic Purple Metallic. Full Coverage Formula (bottle shown above). ZP688 - Payton: Galactic Cranberry Halo. Full Coverage Formula (shown above). ZP686 - Dream: Deep Space Blue Halo. Full Coverage Formula (shown below) ZP643 - Mosheen: Astro Ice Blue Topper - great for layering over other hues (bottle shown above).

Ultra long-wearing, nail lacquers by Zoya are BIG5FREE - all formulas are completely free of harmful industrial chemicals such as toluene, camphor, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) that are known to cause cancer and birth defects.

Find over 300 stunning Zoya colors on www.zoya.com. Each and every color has a name as unique as the women who inspired it.

ZOYA IS THE NEW COLOR OF FASHION!

Zoya Zenith Collection
$8.00 ea. (US)
Available on Zoya.com

FALL COLOR – AVAILABLE OCTOBER 01, 2013

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31DC2013 Day 12 - Stripes

Today is Day 12 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge and the theme today is stripes. I initially had this manicure in mind for the metallic challenge back on day 8, but when it was all said an done, I thought it would look perfect for a stripes pattern. I guess that's one benefit of trying to make manicures ahead of time, I could play musical chairs with them...

31DC2013 Day 11 - Polka Dots

Day 11 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge calls for a polka dot manicure. I decided to try another technique that I've been wanting to try for a long time and that is interlocking using dots. It is quite simple, but I love the look of it...

31DC2013 Day 10 - Gradient

It is time for Day 10 of the 31 Day Nail Art Challenge. The theme today is gradient nails. Although I'm sure this Fall manicure is not in line with my current mood on a (hopefully) sunny vacation. The few days before I left, Seattle was really looking like Fall with rain and thunderstorms. Granted it was still warm, but looking like sweater weather never the less...

31DC2013 Day 9 - Rainbow

Today I would like to show you a manicure that I spent half the night working on right before taking off on vacation. This is actually what I'm wearing right now and thinking that one week of looking at it might not be enough! I don't ever want to take it off. This is my manicure for Day 6 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge the theme for which is rainbow....

31DC2013 Day 8 - Metallic

Today is Day 8 of the 31 Day Nail Art Challenge with the theme of Metallic nails. What could be more metallic than nail foils? I have not gotten to play with nail foils to much, but I recently got the Best Glue Ever (yup, that's what it is called) and I'm so in love. I'm sure you'll be seeing more foiled manis in the future, but here is one for today...

Sunday Stamping: Glitzy Glam

Well since one challenge is not enough for me, I decided to take part in the Sunday Stamping challenge in Adventures in Stamping as well. Someone smack me next time I have the idea to schedule enough posts to last my entire vacation! This week the challenge is Glitzy Glam nails. Here is what I came up with...

31DC2013 Day 7 - Black and White

As this post goes live, I'm heading on vacation, but have no fear, I worked my little tushy off to keep up with the 31 Day Nail Art Challenge and have scheduled posts to entertain you. The theme for challenge Day 7 is Black & White. I have been wanting to try the water spotted technique for a while now and finally got an excuse to make time...

31DC2013 Day 6 - Violet

It is time for Day 6 of the 31 Day Nail Art Challege and the theme today is a violet manicure. I just had to play with my most recent favorite PixieDust violet, Zoya Carter. It seemed to be just the type of color that pretty little gold dragonflies would be drawn too...

Color Club Lady Holiday & Williamsburg...

Today I would like to show you two shades from the Color Club Fall collections. I decided that the two of them complimented each other so well that they had to be combined into one manicure...

31DC2013 Day 5 - Blue

It is already day 5 of the 31 Day Nail Art Challenge. The theme for today is blue and I couldn't resit doing some nautical nails. This has been on my to do list for a while and like most things on that list, it is hard for me to find the time to do it. This challenge has been a great motivation so far to actually make time and attempt the ideas floating around in my head...

Incoco Total Bombshell...

Today I would like to show you some nail polish strips that I'm absolutely in love with. Let me tell you, I did not want to take them of. These are the Incoco Total Bombshell nail polish strips. They look like a glitzy, glittery watermarble that I had to put very little effort toward achieving...

31DC2013 Day 4 - Green

Today is day 4 of the 31 Day Nail Art Challenge which means a green manicure. I initially envisioned this manicure with black lines instead of gold, but when I finally created the manicure I quickly realized it was too dark so I started over and tried it with gold instead. I'm glad I didn't scrap the whole manicure idea entirely because I love how it turned out in the end. It's a lesson I keep learning with nail art time and time again. Just because it doesn't turn out perfectly the first time around, doesn't mean we should give up...

Messy Mansion Ladybugs...

Today I have a fun ladybug manicure to share with you. This design comes from another beautiful Messy Mansion stamping plate, the bugs plate. I decided to go with some tradition ladybug colors, but I would definitely love to recreate this with yellow or orange. I think it would look pretty cute with colorful ladybugs as well... hmm...

31DC2013 Day 3 - Yellow

For today's challenge of yellow, I wanted to try something a bit different for me. I am always admiring beautiful one-stroke art manicures done by everyone else, but don't make the time to practice for myself. It is however always on my to do list and what better time to try it than for a challenge...

OPI San Francisco Liquid Sand

I have started to play around and swatch the OPI San Francisco collection released for this Fall. Today, I would like to show you the three Liquid Sand shades which are part of the collection. As you might know I'm a big fan of the textured trend, but up until this point I have only used sparkle loaded, glittery textured shades. Leave it to OPI to get me to try and love something new...

Press Release: OPI Mariah Carey Holiday Collection

All I Want for Christmas (is OPI )!

OPI Joins Mariah Carey to Launch 18 New Limited Edition Holiday Nail Lacquers

OPI announces the launch of 18 new limited edition holiday nail lacquers inspired by recording artist and international superstar Mariah Carey. This seasonal promotion includes an assortment of red, burgundy, maroon and chocolate brown hues, along with glitter-packed gold, bronze and pearl shades. Mariah Carey Holiday also features six new Liquid Sand™ lacquers, ranging from icy blue to frosted pink to sparkling graphite. Each of the Liquid Sand shades showcases OPI’s groundbreaking technology for a textured, matte finish infused with reflective sparkle.

“Mariah Carey is truly synonomous with the holiday season,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “People around the world listen to her festive, iconic songs – ‘All I Want for Christmas is You’ is a personal favorite – and these 18 lacquers evoke the warmth, beauty, energy and positive spirit that’s present in Mariah’s music.

“This holiday season is all about red, glitter and texture for nails,” adds Weiss-Fischmann. “With 18 shades, there’s a perfect hue for every occasion. The 12 crème and glitter lacquers include classic reds, champagne gold, and warm burgundies, while the six Liquid Sand shades should be worn without top coat for a matte finish in icy, frosted colors.”

Mariah Carey Holiday includes the following 

(*Liquid Sand shade):

My Favorite Ornament 

Make this champagne glitter your new personal favorite.

All I Want for Christmas (is OPI ) 

This marvelous maroon is present-ly my top choice.

Cute Little Vixen 

This deep red violet has foxy written all over it.

Underneath the Mistletoe 

Is my kiss as spicy-sweet as this candy-apple red?

In My Santa Suit 

This generously pigmented red is worth staying on the “nice” list.

Visions of Love

 I see this rich burgundy in my immediate future.

Warm Me Up 

This spiced coffee hits all the cold spots.

Wonderous Star 

This gold-flecked shimmer has heavenly shine.

All Sparkly and Gold 

What more can we say...the name says it all.

Sleigh Ride for Two 

There’s only room left for this dark hot chocolate.

Ski Slope Sweetie 

This golden pearl is everybunny’s favorite.

I Snow You Love Me 

Just like I snow you love this disco light confetti.

Silent Stars Go By* 

This blush of textured pink has parades of sparkle.

Baby Please Come Home* 

Can’t wait to see you...in this textured and sparkling lilac.

Make Him Mine* 

But make this textured glistening rose mine first!

It’s Frosty Outside* 

This frosted silver is so icy it’s hot.

Emotions* 

This dramatic sparkling coal has got me feeling fine.

Kiss Me at Midnight* 

It’s time to fall in love with this frosted ice blue.

Mariah Carey Holiday nail lacquer shades each feature OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application. Liquid Sand nail lacquers should always be worn without top coat. Mariah Carey Holiday will be available October 2013, at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, jcp Salons, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, ULTA and ulta.com for $9.00 ($10.95 CAN) suggested retail for each nail lacquer.

For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!

ABOUT OPI 
As the world leader in the professional nail care industry, OPI is committed to providing high-quality products and services to both salons and their customers, along with a focus on industry safety and innovation. Known for its exceptional formula, fashionable colors and iconic names, OPI’s heavily-pigmented lacquers are super rich, long-lasting and chip-resistant – offering an affordable luxury to consumers. OPI nail lacquer is available in over 200 shades. Each lacquer features OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application. Currently, OPI is available in over 100 countries and retails a full line of professional items, including nail treatments, finishing products, lotions, manicure/pedicure products, files, tools, gels and acrylics.

** Disclaimer: All information and images in this post provided by the manufacturer or their PR **

31DC2013 Day 2 - Orange

Day 2 of the 31 Day Nail Art Challenge calls for an orange manicure and I couldn't help but use some of the Zoya beauties I was swatching last week. You'll definitely be seeing more of them this week...

PCOS Awareness with Shimmer Strength!

September is PCOS Awareness Month and I could think of no better polish to create a manicure with than Shimmer Strength. Donations are made to support PCOS with the sale of each Shimmer Strength polish. The beautiful teal glitter coordinates perfectly with the ribbon supporting PCOS awareness. I just love the the motto of "Fight Like a Girl!"...

31DC2013 Day1 - Red

Roses are red

Violets are blue

I'm so excited for this challenge

I hope you are too!

Sorry, I just couldn't help myself with that little poem! Today is the first day of the 31 day challenge and I'm really excited for it! I want to start out with some pretty red roses. These are also supposed to double for my Sunday Stamping challenge in Adventures in Stamping. The theme today is tone on tone. Two challenge in one, how is that for you?