By Lacquered Lover
3/5/2013
Behind the scenes at NYFW this year there was every type of nail from the natural to the obscure. Today, I'm going to show you how you can do one of the more obscure ones but actually make it wearable!
The ever innovative CND created a ton of different Hitchcock and Kubrick inspired talon like nails backstage for The Blonds. I thought it would be great to do one embellished... More
By Lacquered Lover
2/27/2013
New York Fashion Week is known for the clothing, the jewelry, and the shoes. But it was the nail polish that really stood out at some of this year's biggest fall fashion shows. From interesting new nail shapes to some slightly terrifying nail art, the NYFW A/W2013 shows did not disappoint for polish lovers.
Backstage at Kate Spade it was all about drama. Deborah Lippmann created a very... More
By Lacquered Lover
1/24/2013
Being a nail polish blogger in NYC, I often get asked what the next big trend in nails will be! In 2011, it was the year of the crackles. 2012 seemed to be the year of the nail art! I am predicting that 2013 will be the year of the textured nails!
So far, in the first month of 2013 alone we have seen OPI release a "liquid sand" collection, Nails Inc.... More
By Lacquered Lover
1/4/2013
We've been seriously indulging in bright reds, glitter and rich jewel tones for the past few months. And the constant use of nail polish remover and staining polish has left our hands dry and nails looking worked over. But the holidays are now officially behind us, so it's time to get our nails strong and beautiful again!
First, you need a good hand cream. The trick to... More
By Lacquered Lover
12/20/2012
With the holidays fast approaching, one easy way to get into the spirit is to add a little Christmas cheer to your nails. Just one accent nail can liven up your hands for the holidays and provide you with some seasonal glitz and glamour. Follow this easy tutorial for a festive look.
To do this manicure, you will need at least three colors: something light for your background, a green... More
