Half Moons

I've been feeling particularly frustrated today, both girls are sick, and I am exhausted. I was feeling like this was the longest day ever, so when I FINALLY got them to take a nap, I decided to do my nails early (it's still light out!) and do something extra fancy to boost my spirits. Wat's that you say? I should have napped, too? Well, yes, I probably should have, haha, but this is so much more fun to blog about :)

I've been wanting to try half moons for a while now, but have never actually gotten around to it, until now!

Half Moons

This is 2 coats of Essie No Place Like Chrome with 1 coat of China Glaze For Audrey, all topped off with Seche Vite

Essie No Place Like Chrome & China Glaze For Audrey

Pretty, huh? I am so pleased with this mani, I just can't stop staring at it!

What do you think?

-Kara

Are You Red-y For This?

I had long ago given up on reds, they just looks terrible with my skin tone, so when I was given Head Mistress by Essie, I put it away and promptly for got about it. Then today I was having a conversation about red polish with a dear friend, and she suggested I find a blue-toned red. Wouldn't you know, I had one sitting around un-used and un-loved, so I decided to try it out, and I am so glad that I did!

Essie Head Mistress & Essie Penny Talk

This is two coats of Essie Head Mistress, stamped with Essie Penny Talk using Vivid Lacquer plate V001, all topped off with Seche Vite. Isn't it beautiful?

Here's a photo without so much glare on the accent nails:

Vivid Lacquer V001 Stamping plate

Let me just say, I love this stamping plate! How cute are those little skull & crossbones?

What's your favorite shade of red?

-Kara