Let Your Hands Do The Talking With These 10 Unconventional Nail Shades
by Alex Gambardella
Feb 2, 2010 8:15 AM PST
If you haven't noticed, the beauty industry loves to obsess over fad nail colors. Especially weird ones. For example, a couple years ago everyone freaked out over black nails, trading preppy white-tipped manis for a look that was more, er, "goth chic." When that trend grew tired, powder blue took over the nail scene courtesy of Nars, which then paved the way for Chanel's edgy Jade... which was more minty than jade, but what's in a name, really? Unless it's called something like Dick Weed like my new favorite metallic turquoise lacquer. Truth be told, with all these unexpected colors hitting the runways and becoming, well, conventional, pretty much anything goes nowadays, from electric orange to shiny merlot. So how does one be adventurous with their tips when celebs and fashionistas are rockin' pretty much every color of the rainbow (and sometimes all at once)? Check the slideshow for 10 unique polishes to stand out this season!
Ring In The New Year Like A Rockstar With These Amped-Up Beauty Picks!
by Alex Gambardella
Dec 31, 2009 8:24 AM PST
It might just be my inner Vegas showgirl talking, but when I think New Year's beauty, I imagine sparkles, sequins, glitter, metallics -- the works. But the truth is, when you're already planning on blinging yourself out head-to-toe with sequin pumps, a brocade dress, and a sparkly headband (not to mention some statement jewelry), piling on full-blown stage-worthy makeup can end up taking your look from dazzling to just plain drag queen. My advice? You can still have countdown-festive makeup that twinkles without taking it overboard. Bright blue nail polish, foiled eyeshadow, and shimmery versions of your favorite blush are great ways to add impact and shine to your NYE look without overpowering your outfit. For more fun ways to beautify yourself on the last night of 2009, check the slideshow!
