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MANICURE MUSE: Prabal Gurung AW’12
Following a stellar Spring ‘12 collection, Prabal goes for round two this year with an equally powerful follow-up for Fall. The moody collection is entitled “Uncursed” and is essentially an elevator from hell to heaven, making a pitstop on Earth along the way. A series of all black looks opened the show with pieced glossy patent leathers mixed with matte fabrics. Next up was a series of vibrant cobalt blues covered in feathers, embellishments and ruffles. The show ended in Prabal heaven with his iconic show-stopping ethereal gowns. One of my favorites from the collection is this mixed gold and white sheath. The pop of black in the belt gives an added edge that translates perfectly into these Prabal Gurung-inspired ladyfingers.
To emulate this look, I used: I Will! by L’Oreal, The “It” Color by OPI, yellow glitter by Barielle Shades, Golden Ticket by Sonia Kashuk and black by Color Club Duo.
To get these ladyfingers:
1. Start with an all white nail
2. Using tape as a guide for the triangle, paint one side of your nail gold
3. Once dry, remove the tape
4. Repeat on the other side using yellow polish
5. Add a layer of gold glitter on top
6. With a black nail art brush, paint a line of black near the top of the white triangle
7. Top it off with Deborah Lippmann’s waterproof top coat “Umbrella”
(Photo: elle.com)
MANICURE MUSE: Chanel Cruise ‘13
Let them have ladyfingers! On Monday, King Karl took reign over Versailles to present Chanel’s 2013 Cruise collection. His re-imagined Marie Antoinette was the ultimate mash-up of “Ghetto Royale” (which actually played as the soundtrack to the show) mixing opulence with rocker chic. Formal eighteenth century silhouettes like pantaloons, stacks of ruffles, and circle skirts translate to modern day with denim and punky flat forms. The best part? Similar to their historical counterparts, models sported candy-colored wigs and signature Chanel logos for beauty marks.
To emulate this look, I used I Will! by L’Oreal, and Neon Pink and Red Color Club duo.
To get these ladyfingers:
1. Paint your full nail white
2. Using a red nail art brush or pen, draw swirls to create a “W” half way up your nail
3. Fill in the bottom portion leaving some white space
4. Once dry layer pink swirls on top
5. Top it off with top coat
MANICURE MUSE: BCBG Max Azria AW’12
For the past few seasons, it has been clear that BCBG Max Azria hasn’t been able to shake their love for color-blocking (not that I’m complaining). For Fall ‘12, they nod to the Bauhaus movement for inspiration. Even if you didn’t pay attention in Design History: 101, you’d still be able to figure out that it’s all about simplified forms and functionality as seen with the slew of color-blocked dresses in lean silhouettes. It’s the touch of added luxury that makes this season a standout. Fur was strategically patchworked into unexpected places like shoulder tops and down sleeves. This is one of my favorite looks from the show. Both the vest and the dress are each eye candy on their own, but together are total power players.
To emulate this look, I used Greyt Expectations and I Will! by L’Oreal, Trout Pout by Butter and Black by Color Club.
To get these ladyfingers:
1. Paint your full nail taupe
2. Divide your nail in half (you can use tape if you need a guide) and paint the bottom half pink
3. Once dry, paint a white stripe on either side of your nail
4. Using a nail art brush, paint a line of black along the edge of the white
5. Paint the bottom white portions black with an even thick horizontal line
6. With a very fine paint brush, paint small taupe rectangles on each side of the top part of the white stripe (optional)
7. Top it off with top coat
MANICURE MUSE: Altuzarra AW’12
No need to board a plane to take a trip to North Africa. Let Joseph Altuzarra take you there with his dizzying trip of a Fall ‘12 collection. One of my favorites this season is Altuzarra’s collection that fuzed Moroccan carpet patterns and ethnic pom poms/coin embellishment (who needs jewelry when you can wear it?) with military-inspired jackets and French-style skirts. The stand-out was the outerwear featuring cropped sailor pea coats, shearling lined toggle coats, velvet blazers, and this black and white ikat beauty donned with a massive fur white collar.
To emulate this look, I used I Will by L’Oreal, Vinyl by Orly, and black and white by Color Club Duo.
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Manicure Muse: Boushie Sandal by Nine West
It’s always my pleasure to bring runway fashion directly to your ladyfingers, but let’s be real— there’s only so many splurges a fashionista can make. That’s why I’m excited to present a look that won’t break the bank, but will still keep you on trend. The Boushie sandal from the #flashingourbrights collection is bright and perfect for summer. Get the Boushie sandal here.
To emulate, I used Mitzi by Zoya, Notting Hill by Nails Inc, L’Orange by L’Oreal, Carnaby Street by Nails Inc, True Blue by Orly Instant Artist and Blue Collar by Orly.
MANICURE MUSE: Sonia Rykiel SP’12
Sonia Rykiel is usually known for her flirty, flouncy pieces that just make you want to coo as they come down the runway. While Fall ‘11 headed a different direction, it’s great to see her tap back into what she does best. For Spring ‘12, Sonia Rykiel tasted the rainbow and made sure we did too. Completing the Miss Ladyfinger rainbow are: Perfect Plum (Rimmel London), Volcanic (Mattese Elite), and Yellow Seahorse (L’Oreal).
(Photo: style.com)
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