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Essie “Tart Deco” Nail Polish – My Spring/Summer Color (Kinda Obsessed…)

Posted in MANICURE OF THE MONTH, NAILS, PRODUCTS I LOVE, SHOPPING with tags , , , , , , , , on April 18, 2012 by stylebymeli

When it comes to nail polish colors, I’m incredibly picky.  I can honestly stare at countless nail polish bottles, yet leave completely empty handed.  I don’t know why, but it happens to me all the time.

For the longest time, I have ALWAYS been attracted to the color “Tart Deco” by Essie.  For whatever reason, no matter where I go (either at a nail salon or at beauty store), I somehow manage to pick it up, but never followed through with actually trying it out until over the weekend.  I ended up choosing this shade for my manicure.  (If you’re wondering what I ended up with my pedicure, I chose Opi “Hot and Spicy,” which eh, wasn’t left impressed.  Not bright enough for my liking, but it was worth a try)!

I don’t know what held me back all these times, but the color is absolutely, amazingly BEAUTIFUL!!!  It is the perfect light, bright coral that I have been looking for, especially for this time of year.  The brightness contrasts nicely against my fair skin, but I think people with bronzy complexions can also rock this out just as well.

Being newly obsessed with the color, I googled it to find that this shade was launched back in 2010 from a collection called, “Art of Spring.”  Although it is a couple years old, I find that this color is still totally on trend from a fashion perspective.  Pops of bright color, especially in orange hues are making a color comeback.  (And I’m loving it right now!)

[Do you have a favorite nail polish this season?]

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[Manicure of the Month] – OPI “Glamour Game” & MAC “Unconditionally Fabulous”

Posted in MANICURE OF THE MONTH, NAILS with tags , , on November 15, 2011 by stylebymeli

I am wearing OPI "Glamour Game" and MAC "Unconditionally Fabulous" over it. It's a very natural combo with lots of shine.

Last week, I got my nails professionally done by my manicurist and good friend Rosa Pena.  If you happen to be a north Jersey girl, go visit Rosa at Skin Deep in Wayne, NJ.  She is absolutely AMAZING!  For more information, feel free to contact me!

I just recently have gotten into the whole nail thing and have to admit I’m a little obsessed with my nails now!  I used to never do anything with my nails but after seeing how great they look when they are done, it’s really hard to imagine not maintaining them.  (I usually do them myself now although it never looks as good as when you get them done professionally).

When it comes to my nails, I’d classify my style as natural most of the time.  I always love a classic french manicure and usually fairly neutral shades.  I’m also a big fan of the crackle nail polishes, I just think the effect looks cool.  If I’m going to do a color, chances are I’d pick something flashy like a hot pink.  In time, I’d like to be more experimental with my color choices.

Rosa helped me decide on the main color, which I ended up going with OPI’s “Glamour Game.”  It’s a shimmery neutral with a light gold metallic tint to it.

Afterwards, she put a coat of MAC’s “Unconditionally Fabulous” which is a chunky crystalized glitter.  I am OBSESSED with this nail polish!  I love the glitter and sparkles!  I have a feeling I’m going to be using this as a top coat for awhile.

PS- I’m giving away a bottle of MAC’s “Unconditionally Fabulous” at the end of this month so if you have not yet entered this month’s giveaway, be sure to do so!

[Has anyone tried any of these nail polishes?]

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