5 years ago
Turquoise waves on a pink beach
I’m back, tentatively dipping my toe back into blogging. I’ve had a rough time over the last 18 months, so even doing my nails has been a struggle. There is a new Cirque Colors group on Facebook, where last week an inspiration photo of turquoise waves crashing on a pink beach was posted, so I gave it a go.
7 years ago
Avengers Infinity War nail art
Are you a fan of the Marvel superheroes? I went to see the latest film this week. I prefer to leave it a little while after the release – not too long to dodge spoilers. But then I get to sit in luxurious space with no one in front of me! I created some Avengers Infinity War nail art to complement my visit…read on!
Some Avengers Infinity War nail art wouldn’t be complete without this logo!
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7 years ago
Millefiori nail art inspired by Fabian Oefner
I’ve been having one of those weeks where I feel a bit blah. I’ve got no energy and I think I might be getting a cold. Do you ever feel like that? This week I revisited some old inspiration to create this Millefiori nail art based on artwork by Fabian Oefner.
My right hand fingers with my Millefiori nail art and silver holo
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7 years ago
Green Aventurine Quartz nail art gemstone inspired
Today I’m inspired by another semi-precious stone to create this Aventurine Quartz nail art. It’s a jewel that I hadn’t heard of, but I love this picture of it, so read on to find out more!
This is the photo that inspired my Aventurine Quartz nail art – image courtesy of Gemselect
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Chanel Nuvola Rosa Swatch Neapolis Spring 2018
Welcome to the last of my three swatches from the Spring 2018 Neapolis collection. From Chanel Nuvola Rosa is a soft pink, and it definitely reminds me of strawberry gelato from Italy!
Although there is a fourth shade in this collection, it’s an orange leaning red which I couldn’t bring myself to buy. I have plenty of Chanel reds already! Check out Chanel Gitane – it’s not quite as orange-toned as Arancio Vibrante but it’s a good substitute.
A sweet pink that performs brilliantly – see how Chanel Nuvola Rosa compares to other Chanel pinks…
Chanel Giallo Napoli swatch Neapolis Spring 2018
This week I’ve got the second of three swatches of Chanel’s Spring 2018 collection. It’s a bright yellow, and if you like sunny colours, you’ll love Chanel Giallo Napoli. I also compare it to my swatch of Chanel Mimosa – it’s the battle of the yellows!
Swatch of Chanel Giallo Napoli a bright yellow polish, opaque in two coats
Chanel Verde Pastello swatch Neapolis Spring 2018
New, fun Chanel polishes are out, and you’re going to love these spring colours! I’m swatching them for you with a quick review, starting with Chanel Verde Pastello, a fresh turquoise creme.
My bottle of Verde Pastello has some weird wrinkles in the glass, just below the cap.
7 years ago
Freehand Flowers and Lines for Valentine’s Day
My latest design for Maniswap Circle really takes me back to when I did loads of freehand nail art. This Freehand Flowers and Lines design inspired by Sezies Nails (Sarah) is based on a dress, and was originally created in white, pink and black. I used the Maniswap prompt colours of brown, white and red to create a beautiful Valentine’s Day design.
Freehand Flowers and Lines using Barry M, Color Club and Chanel polishes
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7 years ago
Chanel Fall Winter 2017 swatches
I’m back with some new polishes – this time the Chanel Fall Winter 2017 Le Vernis collection, which features three colours. One is an old one, two new, and I’ve got all three swatches for you to check out!
Chanel Fall Winter 2017 Horizon Line swatched by Keely’s Nails
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8 years ago
Coral Ombré for Maniswap Circle
To match the hot weather we’ve been having lately, I think this Coral Ombré design is perfect. It’s got a sunbleached look to it, that with the neon makes a perfect summer holiday manicure.
Sunbleached holiday manicure – coral ombré and stamping
