Now more than ever nails have become an added accessory to outfits… and I love it. This weekend is my cousin’s bachelorette part and I plan on wearing a black dress with gold shoes so I thought I’d give myself a manicure that would compliment the outfit.
I used OPI “Lincoln Park After Dark” which I think was THE COLOR of 2006 and Sephora by OPI “Only Gold For Me” chunky glitter spec top coat.
After allowing two coats of Lincoln Park After Dark to dry, I created a stripe of sorts on the outer side of each nail. Only Gold For Me is pretty thick so it’s best to let the clear coat drip a little before applying to your nail to get the most glitter specs on the brush.
I didn’t want the stripe directly down the center of my nail… the idea was more of light reflecting off each nail, if that makes any sense. I love that they sort of have a starry-night-space effect.
After I posted a pic last night on Instagram, I got a ton of questions about what I was holding… they are pussy willow decor balls and they’re very soft.
And of course, a top coat of Chanel extreme brilliance for extra shine!
Contributed from lovemaegan.
magnolia / 1369 posts
loveee it !
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I have that nail polish but I feel like once you put two layers on it’s way too black
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I love the look! That’s the best way to wear darks and glitters: on short nails. It’s dramatic without being gaudy. Super cute.
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I LOVE THIS!!!! Awe, so pretty. Hehe, I always know when it’s one of your posts before I even look. <3 So classy. =D
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Oooo that looks so good! I’m repainting my nails tonight, so maybe I’ll give this a try
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I am a nail techician and I think you’re awesome for doing something like that for yourself. Not everyone can do their own nails and look great like yours.
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loooove! need to try this
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cute..
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it’s cute. I do it all the time with a lot of different colors.
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I love this post because I’ve been obsessed with both dark purple and gold this season <3
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niceeee!
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I love the look. I also love that nail polish has become a popular accessory. I’ve always liked painting my nails, now it’s great because with it being a trendy things new polishes are always being released. I’ve probably bought more than I can use before it dries up already, but I just can’t stop myself.
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love the color
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Can I just take a second to comment about that GIANT ring? Jelly.
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Balls.
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I would do the glitter over the whole nail, but the combination is still pretty.
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cute!
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Lovely! Love your ring too
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i LOVE purple and gold nails! i did it once a while ago and i fell in love! See, great minds think alike