My Turn

Here's the result of my inspired creative mind all thanks to Sophy Robson and my friends at www.makeupalley.com. I started browsing around for ideas and found this modern twist on french tips. Since I'm quite the rookie when it comes to painting my nails (actually painting anything, for that matter) this task didn't seem too bad since the supplies only include tape, scissors, lacquer & relatively no skill. I tried duplicating this look from chloesnails.blogspot.com she has this and so many more awesome looks.

Lately I've been in this earthy ethereal mood so I chose some neutral colors for my nails. My base is some unknown brand in a very nude color. Don't forget to let your base dry completely before continuing.

Next, I placed a piece of tape (sorry it's black, it's electrical tape, I recommend using clear scotch tape) diagonally across my nail. Be sure to press it firmly onto your nail to prevent any bleeding of your top color.

I put about three coats of O.P.I's Over The Taupe over the base coat (that's DRY!) and removed the tape. You do not need to wait for this to dry before removing the tape.

Continue previous steps to each nail and this is what you get. Feel free to move your lines around to create a more individual funky look or stick with what I did if you'd like. This was really easy and it looks cool. I can't wait to go out and pick out some rad color schemes to try out next. Hope you guys liked this, if you have any questions just comment at the bottom and I'd be happy to help!

xox,

- Mj

NAILPORN!

I just found this AMAZING nail artist from the UK, her name is Sophy Robson. I'll let her work do most of the talking but let me just tell you I discovered her because she recently did one of my favorite artists Ellie Goulding's nails. And I'm currently in the process of teaching myself to paint my nails like a big girl because I am so terrible at it. This definitely gets my creative juices flowing and I'm feeling totally inspired!

UM...can I get those ^ amazing rings too!? so rad

these are my fav ^ #obsessed

This isn't even the HALF of it people, this woman is amazing! The art she creates on such small spaces is unmatched. If your a lacquer addict this is for you. & I'm loving her name for hot nails, @nailporn. So cute, so awesome, I can't get enough.

Website: http://sophyrobson.com

Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/sophynails

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sophyrobson?ref=ts

I had to do it

They won't let me play this video on here, so here's the link.
YouTube - Blondie Rapture




Happy End of Days Everyone,
If we're all still here tomorrow check back for more updates!

xox,
- Mj

Ready or Not

Here comes summer! With it just around the corner some of us couldn't be more excited to throw on our swim suits and hit the beach. Others might need a little help. I've been doing some research and here are what I think will be some amazing bathing suit trends for this summer along with what body types they work with best!

1. Ruffled Bikini's
This trend can help us with a little trick of the eye. Hiding some area's we might not want everyone seeing, and accentuating one's we don't really have. (: Wearing a bikini top with layered ruffles like this Vix Swimwear triangle top will create the illusion that your a little larger in the chest department by adding more depth. And I'm just loving the tie-dye funky feel I get from this! Totally makes me want to accessorize this with a colorful tropical drink, little umbrella and all.

Vix Swimwear Multicolor 'Joplin' Bikini Top from Bluefly

If your not looking to play up your chest you can opt for a more plain top with just one ruffle to add some fun and flirty flair to an otherwise plain jane top. 

Shoshanna Blue Ruffle Bikini Top from Bluefly

If you're booty is rather flat and you'd like to add some perkiness to it I advise choosing a ruffled bottom. They will also even you out if you're more on the top heavy side. It will create more shape for your backside, once again utilizing the wonderful illusions ruffles so easily create. These bottoms from Vix Swimwear are so cute, the ruffles and print on them will give you the shape you're looking for AND a sweet girly feel. Since there's so much going on with these as far at the print and texture they would look amazing paired with just a plain white triangle top to even everything out.

Vix Swimwear Floral Bottoms

2. Crochet / Knit Bikini's

Crochet and knit patterns are so chic right now. I love the laid back feel from these. This tigerlily crochet bikini is so adorable. These type's of suits come in all shapes. For a larger bust I'd try to stay away from triangle tops like this one and go for a halter. Still just as cute, with more support. Throwing some distressed denim cut-offs over this after your long day at the beach will give you that fresh fesitival fashion vibe that's so in this year. Speaking of vibes, finding a knit suit in orange couldn't get more retro 70's and ADORABLE. Definitely obsessed with this look, I will be filling my swim suit drawer with lots of knits (maybe even some home-made!)

Crochet bikini from revolveclothing.com

3. Color Block Swimsuits

Bring the color block trend from the runway to the sand with these fun suits. I love this backless one piece from Milly, for some reason I get a 90s feel from it and the colors are fabulous. This look will work  for those of you with shorter legs. The high positioned sides of this suit sit above your hips which elongates your legs.

Milly Color Block One Piece from Bloomingdales

4. Prints

Make sure your printed suits are bold statement pieces. Some of my favorite prints include cultural or tribal and floral. I really like these tribal prints, they give you that desert, hot weather aztec princess feel. 

Aztec Print Bottoms from AllSaints

Billabong Zig Zag Bikini

Achieve two trends in one suit with this Jessica Allen bikini, the floral print is really in along with the retro bandeau-esk top, so cute!

JETS from Jessica Allen

ALSO, some summer don't forgets!

Paul Smith Rhian Sunglasses from Zappos

These shades are definitely trending this summer. The ray-ban look with a retro feel pairs together for an all around awesome set of sunglasses.

Stretch Lace Tunic Cover Up

This cover up from Venus is adorable. Lightweight material along with this cute tunic cut couldn't be more in style. You'll definitely see me covering up in this. Pairing something like this with some cork or woven wedges makes for a perfect and quick laid back dinner outfit in case you are invited to Ruby's on the Pier with some unexpected friends.

Neutrogena Age Shield Face Sunscreen

Be smart and stylish and protect your assets with Neutrogena's Age Shield Face Sunscreen. It has 110 SPF which will protect your skin from harmful rays and premature aging. If you want a tan face, I'd go for a NARS bronzer or a fake tanning lotion for your face instead of tanning it naturally.

A nice big woven tote will supply you with enough room for all your on beach necessities while looking laid back and totally fashion forward. You can find these anywhere from Betsey Johnson to Target so the price range is quite vast, just make sure you get one that you won't mind getting a little wet. You never know what's gonna happen at a day on the beach!