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{Glam} June: Nail It

June 17, 2012 in Glam: Style & Trends

Warning, warning! Thanks to my economics minor, I am reporting there is currently a nail lacquer BUBBLE! But, not to worry…a quick change and you will be back to flaunting your fancy fingers in no time! Four nail trends have emerged this June that have every Fashionista should be prepared for.

Pastels: Sweet, sophisticated, and serene, preppy pastel nails are perfect for summer fun. Nudes, baby blues, and light yellows are the “it” colors to look out for. Manicure Mention: Store Associate at Aerie. Style Recommendation: You can’t go wrong with any one of the pastel polishes from Essie’s Summer Collection. They are stunning.

Metallic: Can’t touch this. This summer, I am pastel pretty during the day and go gold at night! Painting on two layers of an edgy shimmer for a night-out, is a great way choice for an evening in the city. Style Recommendation: Any choice of a proper platinum from butter London’s lacquers.

Matte: Rock it with a layer of instant gratification. For beauties who like a suede-textured effect, with just one simple layer of a matte top-coat, you get a whole new range of styles for your nails at your fingertips! Style Recommendation: I loved experimenting with my new nail art polish from MASH. The black nail in the metallic picture above and the leathery red is a new favorite look of mine! A+.

Pop Art: I have received a good number of questions regarding this one finger trend. Nope, it doesn’t mean anything, except quirky and fun fashion. Sometime’s called “standout” – this style is a summer favorite of mine and an easy way to add a bit of style to your everyday look. Manicure Mention: A co-worker of mine at a dinner with friends. Style Recommendation: Try these daring duos for some East Coast fun!

Tags: Aerie, Bikini So Teeny, Butter London, Essie Nail Lacquer, Essie Summer Collection, MASH Nail Art, Matte, metallic, OPI, Pastel, Pop Art, Summer Nail Trends
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[Graffiti] Rise and Grind

May 5, 2012 in Glam: Style & Trends, Graffiti: Arts & Culture

Sipping cheerfully on my ½ price soy caramel Frappuccino (it actually tasted better because I didn’t know they were running a frap spring promo), I nestled into my normal spot in my hometown Starbucks.

These, my readers; are the perfect writing conditions.

1. There is a 95.5% chance you will not recognize a soul. The 4.5% applies to the one time an old neighbor spotted me and with squinted eyes she contemplated whether I was the same girl who used to cry during her child’s swim lessons. After saturating her coffee with a fifth sugar packet, the light bulb went off, and she abruptly hustled over to say hello. (I am a foot taller than I used to be, am skilled in the doggie paddle, and still dislike butterfly. I don’t blame her for the confusion.)

2. The music is loud enough to not be awkwardly sitting in silence with strangers, but strange enough that I won’t recognize a tune, become distracted, and start singing along.

3. There are never any good looking men. (This all-in-all is not quite a positive thing; but a possible distraction nonetheless. I will settle to be single for a few extra hours and look at is as a win. No chick-flick script here.)

4. People watching. The public are so interesting. The two older men arguing about whether they need to double click an apple’s mouse pad to open a file is priceless. And, I just spotted my fifth pair of Velcro strapped sandals. Where are the fashion police? Joan Rivers would have a field day.

5. Caffeine. I become incredibly focused after one latte. And, jumpy. Watch out.

6. Somehow, despite the afternoon rush and the flustered men in business suits, I have scored the table near the outlet. Maybe next time boys.

And finally, the conditions present a perfect runway for you to try out a new outfit. Stand tall, stand fierce, and mix your prints, test a new silhouette or heel. No one will judge, except the Barista who will probably compliment you on your killer ensemble!

Today’s Look: Dressed in a modest, little black dress (H&M.com) and hazelnut gladiators (Payless). Simple accessories: coffee brown strap, gold rose over-sized watch and that now more affordable priced Frappuccino. Perfect.

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