NOTD || Chevron Mani

I don't usually have time to spend on doing my own nails, so went I get the chance I make the most of it. My current mani is this cute glitter chevron design!! It was surprisingly simple to create so I thought I'd share. You can easily purchase chevrons online or create your own. 

Sara-M-Lyons Nail Decal Review

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Last night I was finally able to use my Sara M Lyons nail decal sets and the results are wonderful. I couldn't resist sharing the results with you lovely lot so I thought I might as well do a review too. For this set I used CCO's gel polish in shade ice vapour as the base, then layered my custom selected set of decals, as well as a chosen few from my valentines set.

Ballerina Nails

When I first starting blogging I made a nail post about stiletto acrylics (here) which has turned out to be one of my most popular post. I even get views all these many months later, so I thought I'd make a post about a new shape I'm loving. Nail technicians refer to this shape as ballerina, however I myself have called it coffin for a good while. It's basically similar to stiletto but without a sharp point. Rather than having claws you get a squared tip to your pointed nails. 

My Christmas Manicures 2014

So I am finally making my nail post. Considering I've been doing this throughout December and my training starts tomorrow I've left it kind of late. However I wanted a few designs to show you guys so you weren't bombarded with text!! Please be aware I am a complete novice at this right now.

Anyhow this was my first proper mani for Christmas. I used chevrons to aid creating the tinsel and then hand-painted the elf hat. I really loved how they turned out, especially the hat. 

Christmas wishlist

Top (Left to right)
1) In real life- Nev Schulman (£11.99)2) Nail stamping tool set (£3.08)3) Nail stamping boards (£2.99) 4) Rio ultimate nail art set (£29.99)
Bottom (Left to right)
1) Foxy locks hair extension hanger (£12.75)2) Lime crime venus palette ($42)3) Lee Stafford curling wand (£16.99)4) Tarte lights, camera, lashes mascara ($20) 5) Girl online - Zoe Sugg (£5)

It's the festive season and Christmas is slowly commencing, so I thought it's about time to post my wishlist. This is mainly gifts I've asked for and bits I aim to purchase. I of course have a few nail bits and bobs cropping up and luckily I have been able to purchase a bunch of stamping plates and tools recently. It's so strange starting something new but I won't ramble on. I will make a post in the next few weeks, (Promise) but I want more designs to show everyone first!! I also added a few books from some familiar faces. I've stopped reading but I think these will kick start that passion. Now I have short hair I want to add a few quick and easy styles to my routine so I am in need of a good curling wand and this has great reviews. Once I finally work out how to blend my freshly dyed hair extensions I think it's only fair to store them correctly. Especially if I decide to splash out on an expensive set in the future. I've added a few beauty bits since I'm an addict but both have been reviewed many times and seem promising.

I really wanted to take part in Blogmas this year but owning my store means I am swamped so I don't think I'll have time. I'll be posting as much as I can. I'm super happy two of my favourite bloggers; MoshingZombies and VogueMondays are taking part so I have good reads this month.

I'm starting to get super excited and can't wait to get shopping for my love ones very soon!! Hope you are all excited too!!

Shelley xx

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Maybelline Colour Show Review

Maybelline colour show top coat - Boots (£3.99)

So I previously featured this nail design in my shellac post but I wanted to make a separate review. The nail art shown is super easy to create with Maybelline's new colour show range. The shade used is the street artist top coat in alley attitude, however they have a range of colours and top coats available. I really loved this design and kept topping up my shellac for weeks. 

The top coat consist of the blue and black shards so I thought I'd add the other products used. I topped up my shellac with Rimmel's nail polish (198 Azure) which was luckily a perfect match. Then I just added one coat of my colour show and finished off with Collection clear varnish. I love nail art and I'm always looking for quick and simple designs. I am a total novice when it comes to nail art so I usually get them done at a salon, so I'm super happy to have found Maybelline's new range. 

The varnish itself lasts ages, the shards stayed put rather well but I would recommend adding a top coat just in case. The only problem I had with the top coat was removing it. It was a task to get all the shards off and it needs a good buffer alongside nail varnish remover to get them to budge. Other than the removal I had no problems with the varnish and would highly recommend it. 

Once my nails regain strength and I can stop using shellac 24/7 I'm going to stock up on a bunch of Maybelline's top coats. It's going to end up as obsession I bet. All you nail fanatics reading should definitely add this product to your collection soon. 

Shelley xx

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