I’ve been so sad to say goodbye to summer (I know, I know, we still have 2 more weeks!). The one thing that gets me antsy for fall however are the gorgeous hues in fall makeup and nailpolish collections. I’m saying goodbye to my neons and opting for bolder, and dare I say, sparkly hues. Some of my favourite collections so far have been OPI…
September 6, 2016
9 Ways to Help Your Manicure Last Longer
As a beauty junkie who is a little over obsessed with nail polish, the number one question I’ve heard from my readers, friends and family over the years is: How can I make my manicure last longer? This question is followed by a number of complaints: “my nails always chip” “what’s the point in spending money on a manicure when it doesn’t last”? “why bother investing the time…
August 23, 2016
kimono-over to see essie fall 2016
I promised you lots of fall nail polish collection reviews to swoon over and I wasn’t joking! Up next I have essie fall 2016 and, spoiler alert – these hues are beyond perfect. Inspired by Tokyo, Japan’s electrical capital, the essie fall 2016 collection boasts a six shade palette of intense hues perfect for any fashionista. The Swatches All swatches below are shown with 2…
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August 22, 2016
CND Fall 2016 Culture Craft Collection
Do you get excited for the rich, deep tones that the fall brings us? If so, stay tuned as I have a number of stunning fall nail polish collections to show you over the next few weeks. Starting with the new CND Fall 2016 Culture Craft Collection, be prepared to pack up those summer neons.The earthy colours and weathered textures with the new CND Fall…
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August 19, 2016
I’m Mod About You Tea Time
I was inspired playing with all the OPI nail polishes that I’m giving away to 3 lucky Canadians in my Instagram Giveaway (ending Wednesday Aug 31st). If you entered the contest, I asked you what your favourite OPI nail polish is? It’s only fair for me to share mine too, right? It’s so hard to narrow it down to just one polish because there are so many…
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August 18, 2016
OPI 35th Anniversary Giveaway on Instagram
Calling all Canadians – I’m so thrilled to be working with OPI Canada to offer an INCREDIBLE giveaway to 3 lucky peeps (sorry dear International readers, I promise to host a giveaway for you soon)! To celebrate OPI’s 35th Anniversary, OPI Canada has developed an incredible package for you consisting of 35 iconic OPI shades and 1 adorable tank top like the one I’m sporting below….
August 10, 2016
OPI Washington D.C. Fall/Winter 2016 Collection
I’m nowhere near ready for fall, but I’m not going to lie, the fall nail polish collections that I’ve been reviewing have me a little antsy for gorgeous fall hues. OPI Washington D.C. Fall/Winter 2016 Collection is a collaboration with Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actress Kerry Washington, recently named the company’s first-ever Creative Ambassador. Olivia Pope…I mean “Kerry”, worked with OPI co-founder and brand ambassador…
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August 6, 2016
#ColorCurators Formula X Makeup By Rose XOXO
Formula X Makeup By Rose XOXO #ColorCurator’s August edition, has just hit Sephora. This month we’re thanking makeup artist, beauty blogger, and singer-songwriter, Rose Siard of the blog Makeup By Rose XOXO. I’ve been loving the whole concept of #ColorCurators. The hues have all been right up my alley and as with most Formula X polishes, the formulas have been perfect. The Formula X Makeup By Rose XOXO collection…
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August 1, 2016
Creamy Perfection – LVX Summer 2016
There’s nothing better than a perfect cream nail polish. One of my favourite vegan, cruelty free nail polish brands – LVX – released their gorgeous summer collection of creams. A perfect set of 6 polishes, I finally had the time to swatch them all. They’re absolutely beautiful! Normally when I swatch a nail polish collection, I apply the polish to one hand, photograph, remove and repeat. With…
July 29, 2016
Perfect Music Festival Nails – Cactus Nail Art
Last Friday, I gave you some beauty and fashion tips for music festival season. Since festival season is still going strong I thought I would design the perfect festival nails! Music festivals have been around for years, but it was Coachella that brought festivals to a whole new level. Music is now secondary to fashion, beauty and hair! Cactus Nail Art As a tribute to Coachella (set in…