Tag Archives: nail art

Under The Sea

Nail art for Ursula the Sea Witch! Sure, you can’t eat, pick up a pencil or text on your phone, but damn, girl, you’re a sea witch, you can hire some anemone to do that for you. [Fashion Indie] Keep reading »

Shattering Our Expectations: An Ode To OPI’s Shatter Nail Polish

OPI’s recently released “Shatter” nail polishes are the new black in the world of manicures. Our initial encounter with them was less than moving. At first we thought, Won’t it just look like my polish is peeling off? But the salesperson explained that applying Shatter over two coats of regular nail polish would give a crackling effect you can see in seconds. Our next thought: You mean every nail is different? Too OCD for that!

Shatter, obviously trying to win us over, began to show up everywhere. Unable to ignore it any longer, we tried it and the crackly manicure grew on us. Now we love the Shattercure. And apparently we’re not the only ones, because it’s sold out everywhere. Keep reading »

Snakeskin Nails: Would You Pay $300 For A Manicure?


You may tote a boa handbag or strut around in python pumps, but now your nails can get in on the reptile action. Nail artist Terri Silacci has created a gel manicure using snakeskin.

The Monterey, California-based manicurist tells the “Today” show that these scaly digits were inspired by snakeskin her son brought home from his science class.

“One snake’s trash is a toenail’s treasure,” says Silacci. “I find that the initial reaction from people is, that’s weird, that’s disgusting. And then they say, ‘I want it. And I want it right away.’” Keep reading »

Behold, “Twin Peaks” Nail Art

Never in my life did I think the words “David Lynch” and “nail polish” would end up in the same post, but there you go: here we’ve got some “Twin Peaks” nail art. Whatever screwed up, Lynch-ian things you choose to do with these nails is your business. [Flavorwire] Keep reading »

Katy Perry Flashes Kate Middleton And Prince William Nails

Katy Perry is getting in on the royal wedding celebration with a Kate Middleton and Prince William inspired manicure.

The 26-year-old “Fireworks” singer shared a picture of her royal digits via Twitter. “In honor of the Royal Wedding, I present you… My royal NAILS! CONGRATS! Perry tweeted.

From the newlywed’s engagement photo shot by renowned photographer Mario Testino to an image of young William being held by his mother, the late Princess Diana, Perry pays tribute to the couple in a creative way. Read more… Keep reading »

I Scream For Ice Cream (Nails)

Brooklyn nail artist Naomi Yashuda stuns and surprises with her colorful and creative nail creations. Our faves? These ice cream cone-themed nails make us crave a summery treat in the middle of the snowy winter. [Refinery 29] Keep reading »

Nailin’ It With Simcha: Winter Wonderland

There’s no winter wonderland out my window. Wah! I want snow! So, I decided to bring it to myself. Check these nails out. Keep reading »

Totally DIY-Able Nail Art

I love nail art—been doing it for years, um, been getting it DID for years. I had the raddest, weirdest nails waaaaay before Willow Smith was on the scene. Swarovski crystals, 3D designs that were painstakingly done one petal at a time, multi-color hand-painted scenes, etc — all done by my amazing nail artist Thomas. I had it all. Or so I thought! Enter the totally DIY-able nail marbling technique. Keep reading »

Nail Art Impossible Not To Re-Tweet

It goes without saying that we’ll be re-Tweeting this awesome nail art out into the Twittersphere. [Twitter (duh)] Keep reading »

In Defense Of Press-On Nails

Today there’s something a little different about my look. I haven’t cut my hair or decided to wear bright red lipstick. No, I just have on press-on nails. “Why?” you may ask. I’m here to explain, “Why not?” Keep reading »