Posts tagged Zoya
MANICURE MUSE: Temperley London Spring ‘13
MANICURE MUSE: Mulberry Fall ‘13
Mad for Mulberry plaid? Get the ladyfinger here.
MANICURE MUSE: 7 For All Mankind
How to style Holiday printed denim and how to get the Ladyfingers to match… up now on MLF
MANICURE MUSE: Matthew Williamson Spring ‘13
Color theory by the master. Translation by Miss Ladyfinger.
MANICURE MUSE: Alexander McQueen Spring ‘13
McQueen Bee and the Naked Nail, today on MLF.
Click through for polishes and the How-To get these Ladyfingers…
MANICURE MUSE: Kenzo Spring ‘13
Think of the Kenzo tiger sweatshirt like a Willy Wonka golden ticket… they exist only on the rare street style icon, but not for real life people. Why? Because they are SOLD OUT everywhere! I’ve learned my lesson though. I solemnly swear to stalk Moda Operandi and Opening Ceremony for the new Spring ’13 collection, because it will fly off the shelves with similar momentum. For Spring, it’s back to the jungle with utility separates (with the occasional safari onesie), exotic botanical prints, and bright bold color, but it was the leopard print in neon that really roared.
MANICURE MUSE: Peter Pilotto Spring ‘13
Appreciating Peter Pilotto takes some training, since it’s easy to get overwhelmed due to overstimulation. For Spring ’13, the masters of digital prints, Christopher de Vos and Peter Pilotto, innovate even further. This season they build patterns not only using prints, but also by using beadwork, embroidery, and sculpted knots. What I always appreciate season after season is how they are able to create clothes that move with a woman’s body using curvilinear color-blocking. This sweater is definitely one to keep your eyes peeled for. In the meantime, take a look at my picks of color-blocked sweaters for Fall.
MANICURE MUSE: Prabal Gurung Resort ‘13
One might look at Prabal Gurung’s Resort ‘13 collation and wonder how, aside from the eye-catching electric aqua and tomato red colors, it might translate into nail art. As one of my all-time favorite shows of the Resort season, I was determined to take on the challenge. Because the collection was inspired by Canadian sculptor Aaron Moran’s wood-blocking sculptures, I could easily capture the iconic bold striking lines and sharp tailoring. This dress in particular sums up the youthful vibe of this bold collection with the mixing of graphic elements with a hint of floral.
To emulate this look, I used Brilliant White by CND, Chiffon Chic and Onyx Rush by Maybelline’s Color Show, Dove by Zoya, Too Too Hot by Essie, a paper plate and a paper towel.
To get these ladyfingers:
1. Start with a full white nail
2. Drop a dollop of light pink polish onto your paper plate
3. Dab your paper towel in the polish and blot it to make sure you have just a subtle amount
4. Dab the polish lightly on your nail
5. Repeat steps 3/4 using light gray polish
6. Once dry, paint a red line along the left side of your nail
7. Paint a white line along the right side
8. Using a nail art pen as a guide, draw lines indicating the inside boxes for your black
9. Use a nail art brush to fill in the black boxes
10. Top it off with top coat
(Photo: Fashionologie.com)
MANICURE MUSE: Moschino Resort ‘13
Sport is no longer its own retail category. Even though Moschino is known for retro 60s silhouettes and signature soft bows, it has embraced sport for Resort ‘13 with nylon tech fabrics works into collarless moto jackets and structured a-line skirts. Most notable is the electric poppy print splattered onto classic dresses, jackets, and shorts. The black grounded print is seasonless and flirty with the bright neon colors.
To emulate this look, I used Black Taxi and St. John’s Wood by Nails Inc, Mitzi by Zoya, and Poolside Party, All Eyes on Me! by NCLA.
To get these ladyfingers:
1. Start with a full black nail
2. Using a dotter tool (or bobby pin), dot small green dots to paint your first flowers
3. Repeat using peach and lavender letting the flowers overlap
4. Dot small dots of black in the center of each flower to polish the look
5. Top it off with Seche Vite’s Fast Dry Top Coat
(Photo: style.com)
MANICURE MUSE: Missoni Resort ‘13
Missoni collections never lack excitement. Bold colors and sharp edges are always the focal point — and the Resort line is no different. While the typical zigzag print is at the heart of each look, fun new patterns are thrown into the mix in a seamless fashion. This particular style is flawless as chic bleeds into corporate, symbolizing the transitioning seasons. And there’s no better reason to whip out that trench coat. A fun new take on the traditional suit, the matching top-to-toe ombre makes each part of this ensemble a must-have item.
To emulate this look, I used Manicurist of Seville by OPI, Gia by Zoya, and Floral Street by Nails Inc.
To get these ladyfingers:
1. Paint the top portion of your nail deep red
2. To create the ombre effect, quickly apply red polish grabbing hold of the deep red with the brush painting it down to blend
3. Repeat with white grabbing hold of the red polish
4. Using a toothpick, dab white dots to the red polish
5. Top it off with top coat
(Photo: style.com)
