Let's Talk About Metallic Nails

A traditional manicure generally consists of a red, pastel pink, or nude polish. The boldest amongst us will occasionally try the color of the moment like a turquoise or baby blue for summer and navy or burgundy for fall. For special occasions, a french manicure is a popular look and the reverse french, even more so. Some fashionistas are inclined to go for nail art. I am not one of them. But what ever happened to metallic nails? Have they been forgotten in the mix?

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While I am generally inclined to choose a matte colour that suits my skin tone, I've been contemplating metallics and to my consternation, I can't seem to decide whether or not I could "pull this off". Are metallics tacky? Or are they fashion?

When it comes to our jewellery, many of us have a favourite metal, be it silver or gold. Some of us will even opt for a chic rose gold. When it comes to our timepiece, the metal you choose is everything, so you must choose wisely. While we tend to prefer metal for our jewellery to plastic (which can be perceived as cheap and tacky), why is the reverse true for our nails? Perhaps the new chic is metallic gold or silver. 

Now, as someone who is willing to try almost anything when it comes to fashion, I'm tempted to dig into this further and explore the metallic nail. Who knows? It may become the next fall trend to hit the runways and before you know it, bloggers will be promoting it everywhere.

So, next time you hesitate with the tacky vs. non-tacky debate, try it out. If it doesn't feel right, you don't have to do it again. When it comes to your nails, there's always a good polish remover to save you from an awful mani.

Ponder it,

Bella

Which Metal Are You: Gold Or Silver?

Hello there,

There's this unwritten rule in the fashion world that requires you to pick a team: Team Gold or Team Silver. Why? What if I can't choose? What if I want to be Switzerland? Sometimes, it's just too darn difficult to choose between the two! How can we be expected to make these kind of rash decisions when our mood swings are the real dictators? For a while, I thought I was a golden girl because I was going through a glam phase and couldn't resist the regality of it all. And suddenly, I began to crave silver (talk about an identity crisis). Maybe it was due to the punk movement that resurfaced and my growing obsession with Saint Laurent Paris. I can't quite pinpoint how this occurred, but I've found myself torn between two lovers.

As a class A fashion rule breaker, I decided to mix it up (based on my mood of course). Frankly, I believe that each of these metals has its own personality and don't even get me started on hematite. To help you figure out what team you fall under, I've concocted my own metal horoscopes. If your personality is a mix of the two, I'm proud to say that we float in the same boat. Good luck!

SILVER:

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A silver girl has more attitude than you can handle and a powerful attraction to punk chic. You love your glitz and shine, but you remain subtle in your choices. You may not be a loud individual, but you're a classy gal with a sharp sense of wit. You like your jewelry delicate and timeless, but your outfits are dark and sophisticated. Don't mess with this bitch.

GOLD:

Nobody is more glamorous than a golden girl. You own every room you step into and can't resist a loud print or a sparkling sequin. Your open personality makes you the life of every party and you tend to make friends easily because of your daring attitude. You're on top of every jewelry trend and your favourite look is the little black dress with a whole lot of accessorizing. Nothing will stop you from being on top of the world.

I may have pulled these "metalscopes" out of my ass, but that's mostly because I don't believe in rigid rules (or horoscopes for that matter). Metals are made to be mixed and assorted. If there's one rule you should take from all this, it's that one.

XOXO,

Bella




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