I love a good photo challenge.
I love People StyleWatch.
When I got the Go-To Style Guide, I thought why not challenge myself to try each of the style looks featured in the special issue. So that’s what I did!
Classic
Chic
Feminine
Glam
Cool
Tag: magazine
Mani and a Magazine: Plus a Pedi
Today actually hit the 70s! In Vermont, that’s a BIG freakin’ deal! So of course sandals are a must and that means one thing: PEDICURE!
Even though I’m super excited that the weather is nice, I have to be realistic. I know the temperatures will dip again, so I didn’t go too fancy with my feet, but my life needed a little perfection in it so, I went with Formula X for Sephora in Perfection.
For my mani I wanted to embrace spring and love A Crewed Interest by Essie, it’s one of my absolute favorites and just really reminds me of spring.
Still haven’t gotten my first official pedi of the season but when I do, you’ll know! Anyone else rockin’ sandals yet?
Redbook’s Real Women Style Awards
On my style page, I mentioned that I had submitted outfits to the Redbook’s Real Women Style Awards. I am SO excited to share that I was selected as one of the 25 semifinalists for America’s best-dressed women…I even made it onto a Redbook promo!
Voting goes until May 12th and the 10 finalists will get coverage in Redbook Magazine’s September issue!
Help spread the work using the hashtag #RBKBestDressed, and make sure to vote (…for me)!
Mani and a Magazine: Clear
Every now and then, I like to give my nails a break from color. In part, this is so they can get some light and breathe a little. That being said, I think my nails look kind of blah when I paint them clear. So I don’t anymore. At least not technically.
Instead of one alternative I use is Nail Glow by Dior. I love that it makes my nails look brighter. Whereas, clear polish just makes my yellowish nails look shiny…
What are you thoughts on clear polish?
Mani and a Magazine: Radiant Orchid
In case you weren’t already aware, this year’s Pantone Color of the Year is Radiant Orchid.
This past summer, I went on a quick Walgreens run and who can leave without a buying a nail color and a magazine? I grabbed Sinful Colors in Tempest, thinking that it was a perfect nail color. At the time, I had no idea just how right I was!
What is your perfect nail color?
Mani and a Magazine: One Shade of Grey
Confession: I have read and own the Fifty Shades trilogy. They are one of my guilty pleasures.
When I learned that there was going to be a movie I went completely mental. I mean, I absolutely lost my mind. And when the casting was announced, my heart shattered. Then the recasting, it soared. Dakota Johnson got a dye job and all was right with the world.
Yes, I’m one of those fans.
Johnson was this month’s Elle cover star so of course I felt the need to do a grey mani.
How excited are you for the movie to debut next Valentine’s Day?!
Mani and a Magazine: Green & Gold
Top of the morning to you!
Obviously, I painted my nails for today…St. Patrick’s Day mani, YAY! I love being festive and getting into the holiday spirit for just about any holiday.
This time, instead of a magazine I opted for a book. The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin.
This winter has been very cold and very long, and this book is a reminder to find happiness in everyday life.
I used Julep in Oscar and Love & Beauty by Forever 21 in Green (which is not longer available online, sorry!).
Anything green or festive about your day today? Shares in the comments!
Mani and a Magazine: Mellow Yellow
Daylight savings was just what I needed. Bring on the sunlight, longer days, and warmer weather! Can’t wait for spring, so I went with a yellow effect mani and a bright and cheery magazine.
Instyle Magazine is one of my favorites and I used OPI Nail Lacquer in Alpine Snow as my base and OPI Sheer Tints Top Coat in I’m Never Amberrassed. Both were purchased from the Birchbox Shop.
Sheer Tints are also perfect for creating an easy ombré look.
Have you tried Sheer Tints yet? What do you think? Thoughts on the ombré nail trend?
Mani and a Magazine: The Classics
When deciding on what color to paint your nails, you can never go wrong with red. Likewise, when picking a magazine, you can never go wrong with Vogue. These are the classics.
Picking out which shade of red may be another story, but I went with Butter London’s Ladybird (Because it’s my newest red polish, and it matches this month’s cover of Vogue).
Is red your go-to nail color? Do you have a a favorite red nail polish? Share in the comments!