The Nail Files

 


I have a slight major obsession with leopard print.

So when I saw a leopard print nail on Pinterest, I hunted down how this person got their nails to look like this! Which led me to KONAD. Konad uses a stamping system for nail art. It's pretty freaking cool. But timely, especially if you don't use the right nail polish....or let said nail polish dry. But it is so cool!!

*I DO suggest using Konad's nails polish or use a very thick nail polish*

{Konad products are cheaper on Amazon}

Konad Double Side Stamp Set

Konad Stamping Nail Art Image Plate M57

First try:

 

As you can see, my black was too thin. I didn't like how it turned out so I decided to try something else.

 {added a lil bit of the zebra print here}

{Essie: Good as Gold & Cute as a Button}


LOVED HOW THIS LOOK TURNED OUT!!!!

If you have patience, which I think if you do your own nails you kind of have to, then I strongly suggest getting these to add a lil flair to your nails.

Have a lovely weekend, friends!

xoxo.

The Nail Files

--- SUPER BOWL EDITION ---

I am rootin for the under dog and because I think it'd just be awesome to see Ray Lewis and the Baltimore Ravens win! Either way, it should be an awesome game! Who are you hoping wins?

{white} Essie- Marshmellow

 {purple/blue sparkle} Essie- Stroke of Brilliance

Studs- Born Pretty (use code HDL91 for 10% off)

Have a safe & fun weekend!

The Nail Files

 

 Linking up a day late! On Pinterest I kept seeing a beautiful white color. I was determined to get my hands on it! And y'all, it is by far my favorite color. It is the perfect white. 

Source: Uploaded by user via Meg on Pinterest

Essie- Marshmellow

{glitter: NYX}  

Funny thing... I went to the beach after doing my nails and the sun ended up turning them yellow! I was so mad, lol. I just buffed off the top coat and painted one coat over it. I now know I need a UV top coat when I wear this color again. 

Have a great weekend.

The Nail Files

 

Happy Friday! 

This week's nails I decided to do something a lil fun. My inspiration came from two nail designs I saw on Pinterest, granted theirs looks far much better.

 

Source: asubtlerevelry.com via Michelle on Pinterest

Source: pintutorials.blogspot.com via Michelle on Pinterest

 

 

The colors I used are Essie: Butler Please and Good As Gold. I loved how it turned out, but my husband loved it the most! If you do try the chevron manicure, do not use tape like it suggests! Tape has too strong of an adhesive and it ripped up some of the nail polish. I used some Avery labels. 

 

 Have a great weekend, friends! 

xoxo.

The Nail Files

I have always loved nail polish and painting my nails. I have way too many, wait NO. You can never have to many. Anyway, I have been obsessing over Tara and some other ladies posting their fabulous nails of the week. Not to mention some lovelies on Pinterest. It's almost overwhelming.

Well, I have decided to join in on the fun with Tara and Vicki and link up with The Nail Files!

Here are my pretties of the week:

 {Such a pretty light pink. Takes a few coats to get it even. Essie-Guchi Muchi Puchi, Glitter: Essie-As Gold As It Gets, which I love because it's a settle gold.}

{Dark Purple Grey, my current favorite, Essie-Smokin' Hot; Light Grey, Essie-Chinchilly; Glitter- NYX}

I use Revlon's Extra Life No Chip Top Coat. It's pretty awesome. I would love to get Seche Vite, but apparently you can't ship nail polish to Hawaii and no stores here on the island sell it. Go figure.

Have a great weekend! 

If you're looking for some cuteness, be sure to check out my morning chat with Jax.

xoxo.