DIY Transparent Frock and Monotone Half Moon Nails

Ivania always kills it, what more can I say? And those nails? Awesum! She made the dress herself, naturellement

Guest DIY Post: Topshop SS11 Inspired Nails by MJ of Dreaming Spires and Old Car Tyres

My gorgeous friend MJ of Dreaming Spires and Old Car Tyres has done a tutorial of her tie-dye nails inspired by the Topshop SS11 collection. I saw them on her blog a while ago and just had to know how she did then. MJ jas been doing a number of nail DIYs inspired by SS11 collections. Aren't these ones perfect and oh so 70's? She's done a fantastic video tutorial for you all, showing a very interesting water marbling technique to get the tie dye effect. It looks like it takes a bit time and a whole lot of skill, and the technique has the most beautiful results. I know this is something I am going to have to practice a bit (or a lot!), and can't wait to try. And MJ has the cutest accent too. Scroll down for the video tutorial. I hope you'll also head of the MJ's blog and check out all her other fantastic DIYs!

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DIY Rainbow Nails

I. Love. This. Both MJ of Dreaming Spires and Old Car Tyres and Shini of Park & Cube (snapped by the lovely Jen of The Style Crusader) have added a POP! of colour to their still-winter outfits by painting themselves some rainbow nails.

DIY Glitter Dip Nails

Kate from This is What I Do has done a simple and amazing DIY - glitter covered nails. I love it when someone hits the DIY nail on the head. Here are Kate's instructions:

001.You need A pot of glitter(any colour you like),Clear nail varnish and a nail brush to dust away exces
002.Paint Your nails with a basecoat
003.Pour glitter all over your nails
004.Tap off excess glitter until you have an even coverage,and use brush to dust any flyaway glitter
005.Cover with a topcoat and hey presto...Beautiful Nails :)

 

Images: This is what I do

October Competition

October's Pink Ribbon Competition:

WIN 1 of 2 butter LONDON Nail Polish in 'Pink Ribbon' ($22.00AUD)

To Enter:
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Competition closes October 31st 2010.

DIY Two Tone/Ombre Nails

Although I only wear nail polish on special occasions, really like the DIY two tone nails seen on Style Scrapbook and Dreaming Spires and Old Car Tyres. MJ has even provided a tutorial for the subtle frosted ones she did here.I love the colours that both girls have used, and I think it would be cool using black and white for a monotone look.

 

ORLY Reviews

http://www.orlybeauty.com.au/
I love Orly's website - you feel like you're sitting on the end of the catwalk, watching the latest trends. While the brand has been around since 1975, it officially launched in Australia in 2009. ORLY is a leading brand in the nail and hand care industry internationally giving you over 150 shades to choose from. Best of all, all lacquers are free from toluene, DBP &

DIY Wah Nails

In the last 6 months London has gone bonkers for crazy nail desings, due in most part to the opening of Wah Nails on Kingsland Road in the East End. CRazy fun designs that have previously only been ventured by few are now all over the place, including the topshop basement (a sure sign that EVERYONE is onboard). The images above are the Wha's tumblr which has a huge amount of inspiration.  However, whilst trawling the internet, found a really cool DIY for doing wah inspired nails. Gem from Gem Fatale's Style Blog has obviously put a lot of time and patience into this and really shows what you can DIY when you put your mind to it. She has videoed the whole process for anyone who wants to follow suit. Her finished product looked like this:

 Images: Wah / Wah / Gem Fatale's Style Blog

Manicare Reviews

www.manicare.com
Australian brand Manicare has specialised in quality hand and nail care and beauty accessories for over 30 years. It is found in local pharmacies and Priceline stores nationally and stocked internationally also.
Manicare Cellulite Bristle Brush ($13.45AUD) ★★★Product type: Body paddle brush designed to stimulate skin to prevent cellulite or fat build up and removes dead skin

DIY Lace Nails

Don't spend a whole lot of time on my nails, but thought this DIY by Behind The Seam was very cute. Quite simple, just cut lace to fit nails and secure with topcoat (or glue if you are particularly skint). Could be cool for a party or festival?

Image: Behind the Seams

Butter LONDON Reviews

www.butterlondon.com
The beautiful butter LONDON is a winner for so many reasons: they are free from three carcinogens: formaldehydes, toluene, & DBP (Phthales), making them better for your health & the environment. Butter LONDON was created by former Brit, Sasha Muir who was shocked to find the number of chemicals in nail polish.
Butter LONDON Nail Lacquer in "Scoundrel" ($22.00AUD)Butter LONDON

Essie Reviews

www.essie.com
Recently purchased by the huge L'Oreal empire, it is clear to see Essie is a sought-after nail polish brand. Founded in 1981 by Essie Weingarten who watched the brand expand from only 12 shades to an impressive 300. Essie is available in salons and spas across 95 countries.
Essie Nail Polish in "Sexy Divide" ($18.95AUD) ★★★
Being a prestigious nail colour brand, I knew I had to get

Rimmel London Reviews

www.rimmellondon.com
Rimmel London Vinyl Lipgloss ($12.50AUD) ★★½ Product type: long lasting high-shine lip gloss.Vinyl Gloss Lipgloss really does make your lips look ultra glossy and almost like vinyl! It is not ovely sticky but your hair will get caught it it, and due to its stickiness, Vinyl Lip Gloss is long lasting. The colour selection is limited and does not allow room for self-expression.

Revlon Reviews

www.revlon.com.au
Revlon Classic Nail Enamel ($12.95AUD) ★★★★Product type: nail enamel / nail polish.In a few words: beautiful colours and decent quality. Revlon's Classic Nail Enamel is not too bad for the   price you pay. Because Revlon is stocked by many pharmacists and department stores it is easy to find at your local  shopping centre and because the variety of shades is generous, you can

O.P.I Reviews

www.opi.net.au
O.P.I Nail Lacquer ($19.95AUD) ★★★★★OPI nail colours are very well priced based on their quality  and huge selection of shades - there is certainly a lot of choice. For $20 you are guaranteed a great shade to compliment your outfit and while it does chip at the rate of many nail brands, it is better that the brands priced over $30 that chip off in moments! I love the fact they are