Chrome Nail Trend || Beauty

(Nails done at Coco Nails & Beauty Weybridge)

I can finally say my nails are back to their best!! After taking nearly a year off acrylics I rebuilt my natural nails to a good strength & thickness. In October I decided to get a new set for my birthday & returned to my previous local salon. I ended up keeping that set for 8 weeks & during that time opted to try chrome nails. I love nail art & when I find a good technician I'm always up for fancy nails. Chrome nails is pretty simple so most salons have invested in the additional equipment which makes it even easier to find. 

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. 

Nail Technician Time

 I haven't blogged all week!! But there is a good reason behind it I promise!! I finally completed my Nail technician course yesterday and qualified with 5 diplomas which means I can do a range of nail treatments!!

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.