Won't you take me to...Tinsel Town!

Hiya folks!  I tell you what, it has been way too long.  I haven't painted my nails like I love to in several months.  Exciting things have been going on in my life and my husband has been pushing me to actually get work done in our house.  I'll have a few photos by the end of the coming week of before and afters.

Anyhow.  I finally had the drive to put polish on my nails.  It is either summer or winter here in Houston so I went with a winter-inspired look.

The two colors I used are Chanel Blue Rebel and China Glaze's lovely winter color, Tinsel Town!

One coat of Blue Rebel with one coat of Tinsel Town.

I used snowflakes from Dashica Beauty plate #SdP-A18.  I purchased this a very long time ago and I've noticed her plates are now rectangular.  She has a lot to choose from, and I originally looked into these plates because of the many different Sanrio characters she has.

You can see Blue Rebel coming through on this indoor photograph with flash

I will be back soon.  Have a beautiful weekend!

The Winner is...

Hi folks!

I'm sooo sorry for the delay.  Things have been crazy these past few months.

The winner is...

Anutka

Congrats!  I am a new follower of Anutka's Blog:  Wacky Laki

You've got to check her out.  I'm surprised I haven't crossed her blog before.

I will be back soon with a few updates.  Have a great weekend!

YOUCH Piranha Plant Earrings on Back Order | If you like them get your orders in!

I have been stalking Lizglizz's Etsy shop ever since these cute little earrings went crazy!
Since the beginning of August the page said, please check back on September 1st, well I checked it out early this morning, and it was already sold out!
I refreshed the page a little bit ago, and now they are at least on back order for 3-4 weeks.  If you like them, you can place your order.

You may click the images to go to the order page.

Image from Lizglizz

Image from Lizglizz

Image from Lizglizz

You've got to know...Loodie Loodie Loodie!

I'm sure many of you have already heard of her, and are even following her, but I just had to give loodie loodie loodie a shout.

She is seriously the Bill Nye of Nail Science!!

The one post that really got me was her post "Moisturize Your Nails with Acetone...Kinda"
Check it out for help with getting the acetone to glycerin ratio down.  :o)

You'll definitely find yourself lost in her other extremely informative posts.

**Giveaway Edited**

Hi Everyone!

I just wanted to let you all know that the lovely ladies of piCture pOlish informed me that the giveaway can only include the piCture pOlish colors so I am not able to include Ozotic Pro colors at all.

Not to worry as my next giveaway will include plenty of fun stuff.  I do apologize!!

*~*~CLOSED~*~* Giveaway!!!! | piCture pOlish

Hello ladies and Gents!

I know it has been a million year since I've last posted.  I've got my exam coming up at the end of next month and there have been so many other things going on in my life.  Once everything is settled, I can bring you all into the loop.  As for now...the lovely ladies at piCture pOlish has offered one of my lovely blog followers, a chance to win 3 of their piCture pOlish brand nail colors.

I definitely recommend Bombshell:

I'll have an actual review on that gorgeous color layered with I Lily Love You in the future.


To win just do the following:

1 | Go to piCture pOlishes online store here:  piCture pOlish
2 | Pick 3 piCture pOlish colors you want.  Courtesy of piCture pOlish
3 | Comment on this post with the 3 piCture pOlish colors you want
5 | Include your email address and tell me which color you are most excited to try out!
6 | If you want extra entries.  Leave a link to where you posted this piCture pOlish giveaway somewhere on your blog, tweeted or even posted on your facebook page.
That's all there is.

You have until October 2nd to get your entries in, and I'll announce the winner that week.
Everyone is welcome to enter.

Good luck!

**Please note that Ozotic Pro Colors are not included**

Rescue Beauty Lounge | Firebird Pre-order

Rescue Beauty Lounge has a 48 hour pre-order for the Firebird Collection.

I'm drawn to Piú Mosso & Fortissimo.

Click Image to Pre-Order

What colors are you going to pick up?

piCture pOlish Blog Fest! | Featuring Metallic Mush

Australian brand piCture pOlish has deemed today blog fest.  Lots of bloggers all over the world will be showcasing colors from this brand's color menu.  piCture pOlish is also known for carrying Ozotic Pro Polishes.  I'm so excited to have received Metallic Mush.  I love rose gold, and have two other polishes quite similar to Metallic Mush.  I'll post comparisons in the future.

"Watch out this maybe magic!"  I found that a little humorous.  I didn't quite get it, maybe because it is so shiny?

The one thing I know about piCture pOlish's Metallic Mush is the quality.  Two coats and you've got full coverage.  My all time favorite color is Bombshell, and Metallic Mush is right up there with it.  I really think this color would flatter all skin tones.

What do you all think about rose gold metallics?  The rosiness is subtle in Metallic Mush, and is why I think this color could easily flatter all skin tones.

OPI Pink Shatter | Pink of Hearts

I love the shimmer!

Let’s Shatter Breast Cancer!


OPI Announces New Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer to Support
Susan G. Komen for the Cure®

OPI launches the limited edition Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer to support Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in its promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever.  The 2011 Pink of Hearts edition will follow in the footsteps of its namesake 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 Nail Lacquers in raising awareness of breast cancer for the fifth year in a row, during the months of September and October (National Breast Cancer Awareness Month).  Unlike previous shade incarnations, this year’s Pink of Hearts Nail Lacquer marks the debut of fan-favorite Shatter coat in OPI’s first pink shade.
“We are continuing to support Susan G. Komen for the Cure in the hopes of increasing breast cancer awareness, while inspiring and empowering women.  The organization’s dedication to this cause is unwavering,” remarks Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director.  “OPI is proud to join with Susan G. Komen for the fifth consecutive year to offer Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts.  By launching our first-ever Pink Shatter coat, we hope this exciting new textured hue will generate lots of awareness for this cause.”
Each bottle of Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts has a special pink-ribbon tag and pink cap wrap to call attention to breast cancer awareness.  OPI will also be making its annual donation of $25,000 to Komen for the Cure. Pink Shatter coat contains no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde, and it also features OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application.

The limited edition Pink Shatter: Pink of Hearts will be available throughout the months of September and October 2011 at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA, for $8.50 ($10.95 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer.
            For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!

About Susan G. Komen for the Cure®
Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen for the Cure, which is now the world’s largest breast cancer organization and the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer with more than $1.9 billion invested to date. For more information about Susan G. Komen for the Cure, breast health or breast cancer, visit www.komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN.

NOTD *~*~PIC HEAVY~*~* | Chanel Peridot, Missha HGR01, $OPI Mermaid to Order & NYX Jungle

I felt like sporting ombré nails today.  Seeing as it is summer, I felt mermaid inspired colors would be a good idea.  XD

Jungle is a peacock blue jelly with a greenish gold shimmer while the other three are frosty colors.
Mermaid to Order is a turquoise-y teal that flashes a deep watery blue color.
HGR01 is a greenish gold color that flashes the same deep watery blue color as Mermaid to Order.
Peridot is a golded olive that flashes a blue-green color.

I applied two coats of all three. 

In the sun | L to R:  NYX Jungle, $OPI Mermaid to Order, Missha HGR01 & Chanel Peridot

 

In the shade | L to R:  NYX Jungle, $OPI Mermaid to Order, Missha HGR01 & Chanel Peridot

In the sun:

In the Shade:

Chanel | Peridot

Missha | HGR01

$OPI | Mermaid to Order

NYX | Jungle

What do you all think of these colors?  Any of these you just had to have?
I just had to have Mermaid to order.  I got Missha because I thought the bottle was adorable, and it turns out the brush is just like the crazy large Sally Hansen brushes.  I picked up Peridot because that is my birthstone.  As for Jungle, I received it from the lovely Edita of AllYouDesire (Yes the one with the totally awesome nails).

Free Remove+ Big Flipper with any Purchase | Spoons not included

Hey everyone!

Zoya is having another promotion to celebrate 50,000 Likes on Facebook!
Until July 24, 2011 (11:59PM EST) you can get a free bottle of Remove+ with any purchase.  Spoon only purchases will not count.

Use the code: ZOYA50K

Click Link to go to Zoya's site

Here is their fine print:

*Online Promotional only. Continental US only. One offer per account. Not valid with any other coupons or promotions. Code ZOYA50K must be entered to redeem promotion. Promotion is good for 1(one) free 8oz Remove plus Nail Polish remover with purchase of any NON SPOON ITEM on zoya.com, qtica.com and qticasmartspa.com. Offer good from 7/15/2011 - 7/24/2011(11:59PM EST) ONLY. Orders submitted after that deadline will NOT be redeemed. Absolutely no refunds or exchanges on purchase once order has been submitted. Comments, videos and pictures posted about this Zoya Nail Polish Exchange outside of Zoya.com or zoyanailpolish.blogger.com are not representative of the opinions of Zoya Nail Polish, Art of Beauty, Inc., Qtica and Qtica Smart Spa and we do not confirm the accuracy of any postings. Customers are responsible for maintaining active accounts. If username or password have been lost we (Art of Beauty, Inc.) are not responsible for restoring accounts or giving out any account information. Please allow up to 2 weeks for shipping. S/H not included. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with Facebook.  
**must be non-spoon item 

 Remove Plus is one of my top choices for removing polish.

Nicole by OPI | Kardashian Kolors

Holy smokes!  There are lots and lots of colors in this collection.

Nicole by OPI joins the Kardashian/Jenner family in announcing the launch of Kardashian Kolors, 14 new nail lacquer shades inspired by these six trendsetting women. Kris Jenner and her five daughters – Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian and Kylie and Kendall Jenner – are known for their head-to-toe unique style, which now includes nails!
“We are so excited to work with everyone’s favorite TV family – the Kardashians – to share a diverse collection of fashion-forward shades,” declares Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Nicole by OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “With lacquers ranging from high-shine and sparkly hues to neutral taupe and pinkish coral, Kardashian Kolors offers the perfect accessory for every woman – from teens to moms and everyone in between.”
            Kardashian Kolors includes:

It's All About the Glam

Shimmering-white glitz for the glamorous gal!

Kim-pletely in Love

Finally! The pink of her dreams has arrived.

All Kendall-ed Up

Powder your nose and get some pink on those toes!

Wear Something Spar-Kylie

Glitter-ly the prettiest pink ever!

Sealed with a Kris

Handle with care: This klassy red is top-of-the-line!

Rainbow in the S-Kylie

Girls just wanna have…glitter in every color!

Disco Dolls

Glittery gold glam gone wild!

Kendall on the Katwalk

A head-turning blue-green with a “sparkling” personality!

Listen to your Momager!

If you don’t, you’ll never see this fabulous blue again!

Follow Me on Glitter

A glittery deep gray that always has something to say!

My Empire...My Rules

This take-charge taupe is always on-trend.

Khloé Had a Little Lam-Lam

A deep dark emerald worth falling for.

Hard Kourt Fashionista

This delicious deep brown is the chicest hue in town!

Kourt is Red-y for a Pedi

And this captivating coral looks “fab” on everyone!

What do you gals think?  I'm definitely drooling over Kendall on the Katwalk and Rainbow in the S-Kylie.