Monday, February 29, 2016

Top Shelf Lacquer Pretty In Pink & Angel's Kiss Martini

A couple of weeks ago Top Shelf Lacquer had 2 limited edtion polishes. These polishes were in conjunction with Crystal Charity Lacquers,
a group where a charity & an indie maker is picked every month & a potion of the polish sale goes to the charity for that month. The charity was OVC Pet Trust who does companion animal cancer research.

The colors are Angel's Kiss Martini, a lilac holo with microglitter & Pretty In Pink, a bubble gum pink holo with micro glitter.
So I just couldn't decide what color to wear so I wore both!
I wore 2 coats plus Glisten & Glow HK Girl Topcoat.
I seriously love the sparkle I'm these polishes! Also my coworker 2 year old saw my nails & had to come whisper in my ear that she thought my nails were very pretty.
Angel Kiss Martini & Pretty in Pink are currently unavailable :(
But you can find more Top Shelf Lacquer polish at topshelflacquer.com

Friday, February 26, 2016

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Model City Polish Glowing Embers Repeat Wear Wednesday

Today is Wednesday which means it's time to kick off my second series Repeat Wear Wednesday! 
On Wednesday I will show colors previous seen on the blog from a while back that I love to wear, that's where repeat comes from.

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Meet The Blogger: Meet Nichole Of Bedlam Beauty

Today is an exciting day. It's the start of my new weekly series Meet The Blogger!
Every Tuesday I'll introduce you to a blogger & ask some question you so you'll get to know the person behind the keyboard.


This week it's Nichole of Bedlam Beauty!
When I asked several bloggers of they would be interest in being a part of this series Nichole was the first one who said yes, well actually she said "I volunteer as tribute"
I knew right there this was going to be fun:)


What make you start a blog?I started a blog with a long-time friend of mine a looooong time ago. She mentioned starting a polish/beauty blog and I told her that I'd be down for that. I have always been into nail polish, and beauty products in general. I even went to beauty school a million years ago.
How long have you been blogging? 
Nearly four years in total now.

What would you say makes your blog unique?
I'd like to say that it is my sense of humor that makes me stand out in the crowd. I'm older than the average beauty blogger these days, so I feel like I am a little more comfortable with myself, and I am not as easily swayed by trends.

What's your favorite part of having a blog?
Absolutely falling into the world of indie polish is the best part. But I have met some hilariously awesome folks in the last year or so that I adore more than some family. I'd say that 90% of the community is just fabulous, and the ones who are awful generally get ground into dust. 

Have you ever reviewed a product that has become something you use all the time?Most recently, it would be the Baroness X Matte cuticle balm. I use that stuff constantly while swatching, and I have wee pots of it stashed all over my house. That is pretty much the most constant. My tastes change so often that I generally don't repurchase things. There is always something awesome to try, if for no other reason than to compare it to my previous favorite.

What would you say is the downside of blogging? Honestly, there are some downsides to this glamorous hobby. It is acquisitive by nature, and as a blogger I am constantly looking for the next new thing. It does prevent me from really slowing down and enjoying the things I already have. My untried drawer grows daily. I am a sucker for a good sale...and there is always a sale.
Do you have a least favorite post that you've written?Hmmm. It depends on what you mean there. I can think of one post that makes me bristle because the product was such shit. I can think of another that I wrote that was really emotional for me, but the reason I wrote it makes me want to punch strangers in the face with a car.
What is something you have to have while writing a blog post? Examples music, watching netflicks, drinking tea ectI generally do all of my blogging during the day while my kids are at school. I drink coffee, listen to youtube videos or music, and argue with my cat. She is a bossy thing. While I do my swatches, I take a stupidly comprehensive set of notes, so my posts are half done before I even sit down.
Do you think your blog has changed of the years?I have definitely relaxed in my style. I have settled into a nice comfortable groove, and I am not so worried about someone not liking what I have to say.
Aesthetically, my current blog is definitely more "me" than the one I was on previous. I'm a pretty "colorful character" in real life...I mean, my hair is currently purple and fuchsia. Subdued and muted is really not my thing.
Are you married? Do you have any kids and/or pets?I am totally married. This year will be #17 for me...I think. I have two daughters aged 8 and 5...and a grouchy cat who is pushing 12. She was my practice baby. Now she is my favorite furry paperweight.
Any advice for new bloggers?My advice would be to relax. Do what makes you happy, and other people will naturally respond to that positive energy. All you really need is moderately good pictures, a friendly attitude, and a firm grasp of whatever language you choose to blog in. You don't need a fancy camera, a lightbox, and giant studio lights to blog about nail polish. Nowadays, cell phones have excellent cameras, and you can't beat natural light when it comes to getting a good solid picture.
Thank you so much Nichole! You can find Nichole at her blog Bedlam Beauty & 
 following social media channels



Monday, February 22, 2016

HPB Presents: My First Indie Brand Purchase Model City Polish PrincessCollection

I'm so excited, I'm finally doing a HPB linkup, I keep missing it.
The theme is first ever indie brand, so it can be the first polish you ever bought, favorite colors from that brand, or nail art featuring that indie.

Sunday, February 21, 2016

It's Time For A Giveaway!


Ready for a giveaway? I've teamed up with Jen from Living in His Way to bring you this awesome giveaway!

Friday, February 19, 2016

Toadarrific Vinyls February Subscription

So as you can probably tell I really enjoyed my January subscription from Toadarrific Vinyls, so I had to get Febuary!

Thursday, February 18, 2016

Differnt Dimension Earth February Holo Hookup Box Part 1

I split the February Holo Hookup box with some friends. Today I'm showing you 1 of the polishes that I recieved from it.

The color is Earth by Different Dimension, a bronze linear holo polish.
I used 2 coats plus 1 coat of Glisten & Glow HK girl topcoat.
This is actually the first time I've ever used Different Dimension! I love it,it applyed easily, looks amazing & came off easily too.

I'll have the second color I received coming very soon:)

Earth is currently out of stock:( But the March Holo Hookup box will be available on for preorder on 2/21 at The Holo Hookup.com.


Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Glisten & Glow Hpnotiq Hurricane

A couple of weeks ago Glisten & Glow put one of their polishes on sale to celebrate being in Nail it! Magazine. So of course I had to get it!

Sunday, February 14, 2016

Urban Decay Vice LTD Reloaded Palette

I'm excited to bring you to you all my first ever guest post!

Turtle Tootsie Polish Ho Ho Holo 14 Days Of Valentines Nails Day 14

Happy Valentines Day!!!! The big day is finally here. Today mani isn't about anything fancy, it's simple. Because let's face it, if you get surprised that your going out your mani is probably gonna be simple.

Saturday, February 13, 2016

Top Shelf Lacquer Wild Orchid Cocktail Day 13 14 Days Of ValentinesNails

As you can tell I've been having a lot of fun with my vinyls from my January subscription of Toadarrific Vinyls, so I'm breaking them out 1 more time for valentines nails.

Friday, February 12, 2016

Model City Peppermint Twist 14 Days Of Valentines Nails Day 12

Its day 12and I say it's time for a red polish! I think it's long over due for a red but I didn't pick any red.

Thursday, February 11, 2016

Nail Hoot Numbers 14 Days Of Valentines Nails

I'm honestly surprised to find that this color was in my untried stack! So what better way to try it than adding to the the valentines day lineup.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Monday, February 8, 2016

Model City Polish Frozen Day 8 14 Days Of Valentines Nails

For day 8 I was itching to wear a blue polish. Blue is my favorite polish color, so I wanted to include it somehow with valentines.

Sunday, February 7, 2016

Saturday, February 6, 2016

KB Shimmer Blush Money 14 Days Of Valentines Nails Day 6

Today I had an appoinment which got cancelled but before it was cancelled I decided I needed a color that was dainty, professional & would work for the 14 Days of Valentines.

Friday, February 5, 2016

Enchanted Polish Dope Jam 14 Days Of Valentines Nails

It's day 5 and today I was craving something a little brighter. And a holo. I love holos so a holo has to appear at a few times!

Thursday, February 4, 2016

Pretty & Polished A Cashmere Rose By Any Other Name & Turtle Tootsie Pink Bracelets Day 4 14 Days Of Valentines Nails

For day 4 I wanted something simple & easy yet not boring if that makes any sense.

The colors I choosed are Pretty & Polished A Cashmere Rose By Any Other Name, a smokey pink creme polish & Turtle Tootsie Polish Pink Bracelets, a glitter polish.


I used 2 coats of A Cashmere Rose By Any Other Name followed by a topcoat. Once dried I applied 2 coats of Pink  Bracelets followed by a topcoat.
I love how Pink Bracelets dresses it up. So that's my simple & easy mani!

Where to buy
Pretty & Polished A Cashmere Rose By Any Other Name:    Shop Pretty And Polish .com

Turtle Tootsie Pink Bracelets:  Turtle Tootsie Polishes .com


Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Turtle Tootsie Blizzard Blah's & 4 Years & Counting 14 Days Of Valentines Nails Day 3

So for day 3 I decided to try using vinyls. This is actually my 2nd time using vinyls, first time I thought I did ok till I remember I didn't put a top coat & well you can probably guess the rest. 

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

Model City Polish Wrapped in Wool 14 Days of Valentine Nails Day 2

For day 2 I wanted to show that you don't have to stick to traditional pinks & reds for valentines. 
The items  I'm using today is Model City Polish in Wrapped in Wool, a gray crelly polish with holo pigment & glitter, heart decal from toadarrific vinyls & Glisten & Glow HK Girl Topcoat.

Monday, February 1, 2016

Emerald & Ash Pink Fluffy Unicorns 14 Days Of Valentine Day Nails Day 1

Myself & a few others have teamed up to show everyone 14 Days Of Valentines! Be sure to check out the links below to see everyone posts.

For day 1 I'm showing Emerald & Ash Pink Fluffy Unicorns, a pink metallic foil polish.

Inside lighting


I used 2 coats plus a top coat, I had no issues at all using this polish.
Outside Lighting


I love this polish, I recieved so many conpliments about it!
It's the perfect dainty pink polish for Valentine Day. 


Pink Fluffy unicorns is availible to purchase at Emerald And Ash.com