Tuesday, December 31, 2013

15 Best Nail Art Manis of 2013!!

Good evening, readers, and Happy New Year!! This is my one and only "best of 2013" post! They are intimidating and take loads of time, which I haven't had much of for this holiday break. Maybe I'll work on that more for next year.

Are you ready? It was really hard to narrow down, as this makes my 276th post of the year. They aren't all nail art, but I did strive to kick up the nail art half way through the year so I had a lot to choose from.

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Sunday, December 29, 2013

Jamberry Nail Wrap Review!

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Good morning, readers! Today I have a review of a different type of nail wrap for you today! Usually, I review the "real nail polish" strips like the ones from Incoco and Sally Hansen. Jamberry, however, is an entirely different type of nail strip. These are thicker and use heat and pressure to apply to the nail.
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Saturday, December 28, 2013

Swatch Saturday: SinfulColors Holiday Glitters!

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Good morning, readers! It's Swatch Saturday and I have 4 new glitters from SinfulColors to show you! SinfulColors has 2 new holiday collections of glitter toppers and I have 2 of each.
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Friday, December 27, 2013

Matte Purple Skittlette!

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Good afternoon, readers! I hope you all had a great Christmas (if your family celebrates). We really did and yesterday I was a busy bee taking down the decorations and tree so I could walk in my livingroom again! Those toys were making me crazy! Haha.

Anyway, Today's post is a matte purple skittlette! I've used a lot of samples I needed to review in this post so try to stick with me until the end and hear about all of the stuff I used!
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Tuesday, December 24, 2013

On This Day, A Child Was Born

Hello, readers! Merry Christmas Eve! We have a lot of fun family time planned today and tomorrow so this won't be a long post (and there won't be one tomorrow.) For us, Christmas is fun with Santa coming to visit; but ultimately we are celebrating the birth of our Savior: Jesus Christ. I really wanted my official Christmas Eve/Christmas Day nail art to reflect that instead of more cute Christmas trees, snowmen, elves, presents, etc. It is CHRISTmas after all.

I decided to free hand a bit of the nativity scene on one hand, with just Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus. On the other hand, I've done a glowing cross. I think this could be a favorite mani of mine!
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Press Release: Nicole by OPI Carrie Underwood Collection!

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Nicole by OPI is partnering up with Carrie Underwood for a new nail polish collection! Below is the press release:


Color Me Carrie!

Nicole by OPI Announces Partnership with
Country Superstar Carrie Underwood for 2014


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Monday, December 23, 2013

Snow Globe Nail Art!

Hello, readers! My five year old, Hailey, has been wishing for Santa to bring her a snow globe this year, so I thought it would be a cute idea for some nail art! There are so many different snow globes out there, but I did some simple objects in the center of mine since they had to be so tiny.
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Sunday, December 22, 2013

Christmas Nail Art: Textured Peppermint Swirls!

Good morning, readers! I recently chopped my nails down and thought of this cute nail art idea that, to me, looked better on my shorter nails because it more closely resembled the peppermint swirl candy shape. Of course, I had to add some texture, as it's one of my favorite nail trends right now!
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Saturday, December 21, 2013

Swatch Saturday: Sally Hansen Bling In The New Year Collection!

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Good morning, readers! I have some really fun new glitters to share with you today by Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure. "The only bling you'll need to accent your holiday style."
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Friday, December 20, 2013

Birthday Nails: Skittlette!

Hello, readers! Today is my 27th birthday! It took me the longest time to just decide on a mani to wear today but I am happy with these! I decided to go with some of my favorite things: teal, purple, gradient, Lynnderella Mermaid Magic, skittlette, and texture!
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Thursday, December 19, 2013

New Year's Eve Water Decals!

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Good morning, readers! I know it's a bit early for New Year's nail art, but I wanted to share these water decals with you soon in case you wanted to order some to use for this year! If you missed it, you should check out my simple Tutorial Tuesday post on Christmas water decals! These are also made by Moon Sugar Decals so they work the same as the tutorial post.
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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Christmas Party Nail Art!

Good morning, readers! Last week, the hubby and I went to a Christmas party for his work and I had to find something fun to do on my nails! Unfortunately, my dress was teal with a black sheer overlay so I didn't go with the typical Christmas nail art and colors even though I wanted to. Instead, I did a design that matched the dress!

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Monday, December 16, 2013

Zoya Naturel Nail Art!

Good morning, readers! As promised in my Swatch Saturday post, today I have some nail art using 2 Zoya Naturel Collection polishes! The collection makes for wonderful color combos and I knew I wanted to pair some up for a gradient and stamp over it.
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Sunday, December 15, 2013

Swatch Sunday: Dandy Nails DandyGraphic Collection Review!

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Good morning, readers! I have another swatch post today for you! Dandy Nails just released a new collection. It is called DandyGraphic and it is 5 holographic shades! They are gorgeous and have amazing coverage!
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Saturday, December 14, 2013

Swatch Saturday: Zoya Naturel Collection Review!

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Good morning, readers! I have a special Swatch Saturday post today. This is my first official review for Zoya! I am still so excited they brought me on board to share news and reviews with you all! Yay!!

The Naturel Collection is a new set of neutral nudes with a pink undertone that only need 2 coats for full coverage! That was surprising to me as most nudes I've used in the past need 3 or more coats. I love how all 6 shades can be worn in combinations together and I can't wait to show you a look I created with nail art on Monday using 2 of these new polishes!

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Friday, December 13, 2013

The Digit-al Dozen DOES Red, Gold And Green. Day 5: Elf Clothing Nail Art!

Good morning readers, and Happy Friday!! I have my husband's work Christmas Party tonight, but I still have no idea what I'm wearing on my nails. Hopefully I'll post on that next week!

Today is the final day of Red, Gold, and Green Week with The Digit-al Dozen! This is a super sparkly mani with the classic elf attire. The hat on my index, the dress spread out on both my middle and ring fingers, and finally the stockings and shoes on my pinky nail!
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Thursday, December 12, 2013

The Digit-al Dozen DOES Red, Gold And Green. Day 4: Moyou Christmas Stamping!

Good morning readers! It's Day 4 of Red, Gold, and Green week with The Digit-al Dozen! Are you feeling in the Christmas spirit yet? Today's manicure is a simple stamping, but as I recently received my order from Moyou London, I couldn't wait to try out the Festive Plate I ordered!

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Wednesday, December 11, 2013

The Digit-al Dozen DOES Red, Gold And Green. Day 3: Christmas Grunge Nail Art!

Good morning, readers! Are you enjoying Red, Gold, and Green Week with The Digit-al Dozen yet? Today's manicure is a grunge look with the classic Christmas color palette! Inspired by Chalkboard Nails' tutorial again, as with my distressed feather nails, this technique really works for any color combo!
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Tuesday, December 10, 2013

The Digit-al Dozen DOES Red, Gold And Green. Day 2: Abstract Christmas Tree!

Good morning, readers! It's Day 2 of Red, Gold, and Green Week with The Digit-al Dozen! Today's design is another Christmas themed one, and I think it's my second favorite of the week. (At this rate, I'll put them in order of favorites to least favorites, so no one needs to come check out my least favorite on Friday, right? ha).

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Monday, December 9, 2013

The Digit-al Dozen DOES Red, Gold And Green. Day 1: Half Moon Wreaths!

Good morning, readers! It's time for this month's Digit-al Dozen nail art week! The theme is Red, Gold, and Green. As you can imagine, that means I'm planning mostly Christmas themed nail art for you. So far, today's mani is my favorite of the week. I was inspired by this half moon mani wreath post that Sarah from Chalkboard Nails did 2 years ago. I still can't believe it took me this long to recreate it my own way!
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Sunday, December 8, 2013

Swatch Sunday: Nicole by OPI Modern Family Holiday!

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Hello, readers! Today, I have 5 new shades from the Nicole by OPI Modern Family Holiday Collection! Three shimmering nail lacquers and 2 multidimensional glitters make great combos for your special holiday occasions this year!
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Friday, December 6, 2013

SinfulColors Mirror Metallics Swatch and Review!

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Good morning, readers! TGIF! Next week starts Red, Green, and Gold Week with The Digit-al Dozen so this weekend I have some swatches to show you! Today's post features 4 of the 7 new Mirror Metallics from SinfulColors!

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Thursday, December 5, 2013

Stamping: Messy Mansion MM14 Review and Roundup!

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Good afternoon, readers!  Today's post uses the last 3 images from the Messy Mansion MM14 stamping plate. Two sparrow birds and a peacock feather design.
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Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Textured Christmas Tree Tape Mani!

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Good morning, readers! It's December, so you will be seeing a ton of Christmas themed nail art this month! Today's nail art is really fun and I think it is easy enough for anyone to do because it uses tape instead of hand painting any designs! I've used 3 of the new OPI Mariah Carey Holiday 2013 polishes for this look.
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Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Tutorial Tuesday: Christmas Water Decals!

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Good afternoon, readers! I recently received some adorable Christmas water decals from Moon Sugar Decals and realized that I had never used water decals before. They are easy to use but I thought a simple step by step may be helpful for any other first-timers like myself! Also, at the end of this post I have a COUPON CODE for you!

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Press Release: Nicole by OPI 4 New Top Coats & Treatments!

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Nicole by OPI is releasing 4 new top coats and treatments in 2014. Below is the press release:


Nicole by OPI Launches 4 NEW Top Coats & Treatments for 2014

Nicole by OPI announces four new Top Coats & Treatments for 2014 – essentials for a perfect at-home manicure.  Developed and inspired by OPI’s in-salon favorites, the line includes Oil to Go3-in-1 Base, Top Coat & Strengthener;Quick Dry Top Coat; and Matte Top Coat


Packaged in a leak-proof tube, Oil to Go keeps cuticles soft and smooth on the go.
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Press Release: Zoya Naturel Collection!

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I am excited to announce that I have been added to the blogger review list for Zoya!! Can't wait to bring you news, press releases, and review the upcoming collections here on Adventures In Acetone!

Zoya has a new collection coming in January! Below is the press release:

Zoya Nail Polish Naturel Collection
Sometimes less can be so much more

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Monday, December 2, 2013

Girly Bird Cage Skittlette!

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Good morning, readers! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! We had a lot of fun family time and got our Christmas tree decorated so I'm a happy girl! 

Today's post is a girly skittlette using the same Messy Mansion stamping plate MM14 that I've been showing the past week or so. This time, I went with lilac, silver, and glitter!
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