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faded floral manicure6

the blog and i are not friends at the moment. i took it upon myself to completely change up my skincare routine over the last 72 hours (for the sake of research, of course) and i think the new product … Continue reading

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essie resort collection 2012: sure shot0

essie’s new resort collection polishes are all named after camera-worthy phrases. from the iridescent lilac ‘she’s picture perfect‘ to moody violet ‘no more film‘ – the four lacquers are a home run, but the winner of the bunch for me, … Continue reading

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essie puts a triple-shade twist on the french mani2

the nails for rebecca minkoff’s runway show were the coolest. not only did haven for essie put a fun spin on the french mani by coating the nails in a creamy taupe before adding the traditional top-nail stripe, but the … Continue reading

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essie spring + lovely links22

happy friday, beauties! how about this awesome nail candy to send you into the weekend? essie has done it again with one incredible sixsome for spring. yes, the colors are killer, but the inspiration behind the collection is what i … Continue reading

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a neon pink manicure brings mid-winter cheer13

do you read matchbook magazine? it’s pure delight from cover to cover and my favorite part is the “the matchbook girl…” series that opens each issue. one of this month’s isms states that “the matchbook girl knows a neon pink … Continue reading

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pin-spired gloss6

this is one of my favorite photos and one of my most popular pins to date. it’s actually a model from an etsy shop and while i love her makeup, it’s the colors in her dress and shoes that inspired … Continue reading

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the accent manicure3

{please pardon the iphone photography} it’s here, it’s here! my first day at hobo is today and i’m *so* excited. i’m sure there will be much to report in the days ahead, but for now i wanted to share my … Continue reading

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glimmer & glitz with essie’s kisses & bises3

your fingers will be looking so fancy this spring with up-and-coming kisses and bises from essie’s french affair collection. it reminds me of a shade i used to wear back in the day that i can’t pin my finger on … Continue reading

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lovin’ the lilac3

it’s easter weekend and i’m reminiscing long lazy brunches and pastelle-y dresses but nothing’s got me more in the spirit to go egg hunting than essie’s soft lavender polish, lilacism. i’m finding romantic purple to be the perfect update to … Continue reading

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trendy tips: the neutral mani9

{mac love lace, essie mambo, opi you don’t know jacques! & lippmann satin doll} my favorite nail trend right now is the neutral-shade manicure. it’s everywhere! not surprising that chanel’s spring colors set off a chain reaction that’s carried its … Continue reading

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