Nail Art Trends 2014

Hello everyone, xo

      Lately, I've been looking into cute techniques for nails. I like to keep my nail art toned down and use neutral colors, my sister always says I use "old lady nail colors" but I actually really like subtle light colors that are associated with spring. Also, if you have darker skin, I think light colors look better.

 This is a creative play on nude polish. A friend of mine got her nails done this way at a salon recently and it was so cute! I think it is hard to find polish that matches your skin tone though, of course it doesn't have to be exact, just try and get as close as possible!

 The accent nail has been bumped up to an accent NAILS trend. It is okay to paint more than just your ring finger a different design! I like :)

 You like? I wish I could tell you the exact shade of this color, because I recommend this to any skin tone. It's probably some weird name like "peach sunflowers in summer." Anyone else ever realized that nail polish colors are weird ??

 

Chevron print has been end this season, it's slowly being incorporated into nail polish which is adorable!

 

This is such a twisted approach to nail polish that I think we are all used to. Chances are, any "basic girl" would have black on the ring finger, and the peach on the rest of the fingers, but this is such a simple innovative idea I will be trying! I know black isn't an "in" color, but who cares I think this freaking cute!

 Need I say anything? This is fabulous!

 An ombre style nail polish? Fabulous.

  I would go on with the endless abyss of nail art, but I think you got a good look at some of my favorite ones this season! I hope you try one!

~Stay Beautiful

Just Thought I'd Share a Wedding Ideas

It's okay to make fun, I'm not married, (I'm not even engaged!) but what girl doesn't day dream about her wedding? Unlike most girls, I literally pin wedding plans on Pinterest, watch Say Yes to the Dress, dream about it, et ceteraaaa! Please tell me I'm not alone!

Anyway, here are a couple things I discovered that I think are so brilliant and creative for those who actually are planning for the big day. This isn't for wedding dresses, because not all girls have the same taste, I could go on for ages about wedding dress styles, but I digress.

 Is this precious or what? Having a flower girl in a white tutu is so adorable, and a cheap dress idea too! I'm all about saving a buck, and not spending too much money where it isn't completely necessary. This is an easy DIY idea for your flower girl.

 I really like this flower arrangement, it's really not that manicured like a traditional bouquet, but I really think it would be beautiful for an outdoor wedding for any season.

 This is a commonly used idea I think, but it's so intuitive and a really cute idea for a wedding invite.

 Is this a good idea or whattttt? Saving your flower bouquet in a frame! Am I the only one who thinks this is genius?

 Cute idea for seating arrangement. Having a little humor never goes wrong, everything doesn't always have to be so prim and proper!

 Cute or nahh ? Definitely cute! This is a shot of the bride and groom, his parents, and her parents kissing! Well I think it's cute :)

 If you're as traditional as me, this shot is too fabulous for words. Have the photographer take a picture together after everyone leaves the church.

 Maybe I dream a little too large, but I love this wedding cake! The flowers underneath the glass table looks so elegant.

 This Bohemian theme is just so fresh and I love it! I'm not sure I could pull it off, but just look at how cool they look!

 If you have about a billion cousins like myself, keeping all those children occupied can be a headache! Hopefully you can keep them busy for a little while with some crayons and a coloring book!

 This is just so handsome, and preppy, and I love it! This would be great for a fall wedding.

 This is kind of country, and I'm so not that type of girl but this is just so southern and cute. Plus it would save a buck or two because these are just mason jars for center pieces! I do think it would only work with an outdoor arrangement though.

 Ombre flowers would be perfect for a spring/summer wedding. They've been in trend for a while, so this would be a perfect creative idea for a wedding!

 Another traditional wedding that deserves an amazing photo to match.

Maybe I shouldn't be so overwhelming with my ideals of wedding, but I know it's a lot more overwhelming when you're actually planning it. So hopefully my wedding vent didn't go completely in vain!

Click here for my endless supply of my wedding ideas from Pinterest

~Stay Beautiful

According to me:: Ombre Craze Isn't Over!

Ombre

Although many of you may already be up to trend with this style.. ombre refers to hair color fading from dark to light, or vice versa.

One positive that I personally see in ombre is the minimal degree of damage being done to

 the hair. When only the tips are ombre, you are not damaging your roots. I try to use as

 little chemical in my hair care preferences. Because who wants to touch up roots every 

month?!

So if you are considering to dye your hair, but you are a little weary about the upkeep and

 having to frequently dye your new growth; ombre is a great low maintenance technique 

you should consider. There are plenty of different styles of ombre that I've been discovering

 through research. Here are a few:

Now of course I can't speak for everyone… but I will; Kim K's ombre is pretty flawless, and a little bad a. I'm too lame for that. 

I've always been in love with red and blond hair, yay or nay?

Another thing I'm too lame for… If I could pull this off believe me I sooo would. It's a risky play on ombre and I'm pretty into it. So if you've got more balls than me, I say try it :)

Ombre can literally work for anyone, just give it a try! These are only a few of many different styles.

If your hair is relaxed like myself, beauticians will try to discourage you from any other 

chemical being applied to your hair. And they're right, especially if it is long, but there are 

plenty of health restoration products at your local beauty supply store. If you are not 

satisfied with the outcome, WAIT A COUPLE WEEKS TO RE-DYE. You don't want to damage 

your hair over hair dye, it really isn't worth it. Also, it is best to dye hair a week after your 

last perm.

This just so happens to be one of my favorite style gurus on YouTube BeautyByJJ, her choice of color looks sooo beautiful, but I'm darker than her so I wanted to find a really close reference to my skin tone. Otherwise this would be suitable for anyone (I'm just a bit picky)!

I'm also really in love with Estelle's ombre, it's a more subtle color, but it is great for those who are ebony toned.

In April I will be dying my hair ombre professionally. There are a few YouTube videos that I will link. But I'm way too lame to attempt something so permanent! I will be posting pictures of my hair in April to show you guys.

Much love, xo

~Stay Beautiful

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