Review: Born Pretty Store Cat Nail Art Stickers

Over the years, I have noticed that cats get a lot of love from the blogging community. I am quite the cat lover myself, so of course I was very excited to try out these cute Cat Nail Art Stickers* from Born Pretty Store. They have a very classy design and are cute yet adult appropriate. I did not feel childish or embarrassed wearing these stickers in public. In fact, I received compliments on them.

Review: Born Pretty Store Bunny Nail Art Stickers

With March beginning next week and Easter just around the corner, designs featuring pastels, polka dots, decorated eggs, chicks, flowers, and bunnies will soon show up on nails again.

This cute set of rabbit-themed Nail Art Stickers* from Born Pretty Store is my first attempt at a spring nail look for 2015.




This set comes with 14 nail art stickers with polka dots, bunny paw prints, and bunny faces in shades of pink, white, and chocolate brown. They are meant to last for seven days and require zero drying time. They are very easy to apply and have a similar application procedure to stickers from other brands like Sally Hansen and Incoco. I had to trim some of them just a bit because my nails are so tiny. As you can see from the photos above, I’m not wearing any of the bunny face stickers. This is because they were much larger than any of my nails. I think they would look very cute on my big toes though.

What I really like about these nail stickers is that they really don’t have much of a nail polish smell like some of the nail stickers that I have tried from other brands. Not to mention, they only cost $1.67 USD with FREE worldwide shipping! Compared to the other brands which can cost $10-$15 at drugstores in Canada, these stickers are a real bargain. You can also save 10% by using the code Beauty4K31. One downside is that they did start to lift a bit in the shower after a few days of wear. I was able to smooth them back down though.

Overall, I think that these Nail Art Stickers are a great product for the price. If you are looking for a inexpensive, quick and easy spring nail look that involves no drying time and no nail polish smell, you may want to give these Nail Art Stickers a try. Click here to check them out and see the other available designs as well: http://www.bornprettystore.com/14pcs-full-nail-sticker-cute-bear-polka-patterned-p-11989.html

Victorian Lace Nail Look

I love the true elegance of black lace on a light background. Since this beautiful combination is embraced in the fashion world, I wanted to create a version of it for the beauty world with this nail look.

This design has a Victorian feel and is very easy to create. The shimmery light purple base is one of my favourite polishes from OPI called Play the Peonies. For the design, I used the Elegant Lace Glitter Nail Stickers* from Born Pretty Store. They cost less than $1 and you can save 10% site wide using the code BEAUTY4K31.

This look is very romantic and would be perfect for a Valentine’s Day date or a wedding. Not to mention, it’s very quick and practically fool-proof.

Do you like this design? Where would you wear it?

Hello Kitty Nail Art

Yesterday, I posted a Cat Inspired Nail Look that I created a while ago and forgot to add to my blog. I have since found a few other nail looks from the past that I would like to share. The first one is this Hello Kitty Nail Look.
I created this look using a dotting tool and a nail art stamping image plate. To see a tutorial on this look, click here or on the photos above.
What do you think of this nail design?

NOTD: Julep Jeanne + BPS Bow Nail Decals

My May Julep Maven Bogo Glam Box came with a pretty purple polish called Paulette (see swatches HERE) and Jeanne (pictured above).

To be honest, when I first saw Jeanne, I wasn’t sure if it was a polish that I could wear. I’m very partial to nail shades that are light, pastel, and cream finish. After trying Jeanne, I realized that it is very bold but also quite fun for spring and summer.

Pretty Spring Nail Art

While I love seeing nail looks around this type of year that include rabbits, grass, and colourful Easter eggs, I like to wear designs on my nails that will be appropriate long after the egg hunt ends.
This year, I created a shimmery pink floral look with pearl accents. It was very quick and easy to create, and it’s perfect for spring.

Check out my video below to see how I created the look and which products I used. I also have a picture of last year’s look which uses more pastel shades.

Easter / Spring Nail Tutorial

Valentine’s Day Nail Look: Classic Red & White

This is the first of my 2013 Valentine’s Day Nail designs. I wanted to begin with something quick and easy using classic shades. I have more pictures of the look below and also a video tutorial that shows how I created the design and which products I used.
What will you be wearing on your nails this February 14?
*Note: to make it easier for you to find my nail art posts, I have combined them all on one page which you can access by clicking on the Nail Art tab on my blog’s menu bar.

Valentine’s Day Nail Tutorial: Classic Red & White

Winter Nail Trend: Matte Nails

I love to experiment with different nail polish textures, especially during the colder months when I’m wearing darker shades.
Lately I have been really into matte nails and wanted to share a few photos with you.
This first set of photos features the chocolate matte shade (#13) from bornprettystore.com
I like this colour because it is more of a mauve brown rather than a true brown and it has a hint of shimmer to prevent the polish from looking flat. It’s also much less expensive than matte polishes from higher end brands and you can save 10% when you purchase it using the coupon code BEAUTY4K31.

This next shade is actually Monica from Zoya (my new favourite Zoya polish) with a coat of bornprettystore’s Super Matte Surface Oil on top.
If you have ever used Monica you will know that it is a super glossy polish even without a topcoat. I love how the surface oil instantly dulls down that shiny finish to create a new look that is chic and on trend for winter.


*this is NOT a sponsored post or video. I was sent the product to try but I am not being compensated for the post  and all opinions expressed are honest and are my own. the coupon code was provided by the company for my readers to use--I do not receive any compensation if the code is used*

French Manicure Tutorial (3 Freehand Techniques)

Lately, one of my most requested nail tutorials has been a French manicure. Often, I feel that the French manicure seems to get lost in the sea of neons, crackles, magnetic polishes, and other current trends. I like to wear a very clean, natural nail look on occasion and French tips are perfect for days at the office, special occasions, or any other time or event.
Rather than taking a trip to the salon, I like to paint my own French tips and have been using three different freehand techniques for as long as I remember. The photos below show three different looks that I created using two French manicure sets from bornprettystore.com.

The first set, which can be found here, http://www.bornprettystore.com/french-manicure-nail-varnish-nail-polish-p-1877.html, features the typical French manicure colours (white, a light peachy base, and a top coat to finish).

I created this look and another using this set:

The second set (http://www.bornprettystore.com/french-manicure-nail-polish-p-1412.html) includes a gorgeous pop of colour that I have not seen in other French manicure kits. One of the polishes is a gorgeous pinkish-red jelly shade that acts as a fun base and also a nice colour to wear year round.

As you can see from the photo below, the bright yet wearable shade really emphasizes and complements the white tips.

The sets retail for around $9 each which is reasonable for three polishes. Each set comes with tip guides that allow you to create a precise white tip. I also have a coupon code that will give you 7% off site wide: BEAUTY4K31
Let me know which technique is your favourite or if you have any other tips and tricks for painting perfect French tips.
~Beauty Writer

Inexpensive Caviar Nails

As you may already know, the latest nail trend is “caviar nails”. A few months ago, a brand called Ciaté stocked Sephora shelves with its caviar manicure set which includes a little jar of micro beads and a polish in a corresponding colour. The set retails for $25. In my opinion, this price is quite expensive for such a small amount of product; not to mention, this trend could easily fizzle out within months, or even weeks.

Luckily, I have found a comparable product that is inexpensive and contains a lot more “caviar” beads.

Colour Changing Mood Nail Polish Review & Demo

When I was a child, I was fascinated by mood rings. They came in all shapes and sizes and changed colour as your hands turned hot or cold. Now, years later, my fascination has shifted to a different colour changing mood product—nail polish!
Recently I had the opportunity to try a polish from bornprettystore.com that turns from a gorgeous sky blue colour to a springtime purple when it is exposed to hot and cold temperatures  ( http://www.bornprettystore.com/magic-purplesky-blue-color-changing-mood-nail-polish-nail-p-2145.html ). At around $7, this polish is very affordable and, with its colour changing properties, is like purchasing two polishes rather than one. I also have a coupon code that will give you 10% off site wide: BEAUTY4K31
I really enjoyed using this polish. The colour change is very noticeable and happens quickly. I think that summer is the perfect time of year to try out this polish because the colour changing effect will happen when you jump into the pool and then again when you dry off in the sun.

Magnetic Nail Polish Review and Demo

I have always wanted to try out the magnetic nail polish. Recently I had the opportunity to try this pretty purple magnetic polish ( http://www.bornprettystore.com/magic-magnetic-nail-polish-magnet-plate-nl012-p-2592.html ) from bornprettystore.com that is very affordable at a price around $6. It comes with its own magnet and extra magnet designs are only $2 each. I also have a coupon code that will give you 10% off site wide: BEAUTY4K31
I really enjoyed using this polish. The colour is a gorgeous, rich purple with some shimmer. The magnet created an elegant striped pattern that made my nails look like they had been done at a salon.


*this is NOT a sponsored review. I was sent the product to try but I am not being compensated for the review and all opinions expressed in the review are honest and are my own. the coupon code was provided by the company for my subscribers to use--I do not receive any compensation if the code is used*