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Archive for September, 2013

Makeup Wars – Storage Wars

By on September 30, 2013
in Makeup Wars with 72 Comments

I can’t believe it’s been almost six years since the boyfriend and I bought our house and I showed you my Nail Polish Room with its purple accent wall and vintage nail ads. As you can imagine, things have changed a lot since then. My collection has grown in leaps and bounds and, with it, my nail polish storage has experienced multiple upgrades.

Makeup Wars - Beauty, Makeup and Nail Polish Storage

Makeup Wars - Storage Wars

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In the latest edition of Makeup Wars, some of my fave nail blogging buddies show off their beauty, makeup and nail polish storage solutions. Let’s take a peek at how mine looks now, including where I hoard my ridiculous amounts of makeup and hair products.
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Laura Mercier Fall 2013 Dark Spell Collection Nail Polish Swatches & Review

I don’t know if I just wasn’t paying attention, or what, but I never really noticed Laura Mercier nail polish before. It wasn’t until I was touring the beauty department at my local Saks (for the event I’m hosting this weekend) that I noticed a heart-stopping green from the brand.

Laura Mercier Fall 2013 Dark Spell nail polish - Forbidden & Bewitched

Laura Mercier Dark Spell for Fall 2013

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I’m always on the hunt for a new and exciting green and Bewitched, from the Laura Mercier Fall 2013 Dark Spell color collection, had me at “hello.” If you adore green nail polish as much as I do, be prepared to fall in love as well.
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China Glaze Autumn Nights Fall 2013 “Gossip Over Gimlets” Set Swatches and Review

For Fall 2013, China Glaze is throwing a sophisticated soiree with their Autumn Nights collection. Think chilled martinis, girl talk, sultry finger-waved hair, bold lips and rich nail color in a range of moody hues and rich jewel tones.

China Glaze Autumn Nights for Fall 2013

China Glaze Autumn Nights

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Per usual, China Glaze has divided their twelve piece fall nail polish collection into two distinct six-color sets. The “Gossip Over Gimlets” pack is smoky and cool.
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Come Meet Me – Let’s Talk Nail Trends At Saks Fifth Avenue Beachwood

By on September 19, 2013
in News, Trends with 14 Comments

Calling all Cleveland nail fanatics! I’m hosting a nail trend event at Saks Fifth Avenue in Beachwood Place and I would LOVE to meet you. We’ll be talking Fall 2013 nail trends, sipping bubbly and more!

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I’ve been so lucky to meet some amazing people in Cleveland thanks to blogging and social media but I know there are more of you out there that love nail polish as much as I do. Let’s build up the Cleveland nail community and have some fun at Saks.

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Reserve some time on Saturday, September 28th to drop by the Saks Beauty Department and come say hello.

How many of you are fellow Clevelanders or live nearby? Will I see you next Saturday? I look forward to meeting you all.

DIY Chalkboard Nail Art Tutorial

So yesterday’s post about the Revlon Nail Art Chalkboard™ duos got me thinking about those of you who don’t want to plunk down cash on an expensive kit or invest in a short-lived trend. Why not shop our own stashes to create some Chalkboard Nail Art?

DIY Chalkboard Nail Art Tutorial

DIY Chalkboard Nail Art

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I dug out tools, treatments and nail polishes that were otherwise collecting dust in a Helmer somewhere and DIY’d my own Chalkboard designs. If you’re even half as fanatical about nails as I am, you already have everything you need to make this happen.
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