NAIL TIPS: HOW TO GET A PERFECTLY STRAIGHT LINE EVERY TIME

I can't tell you how many manicures I've completely butchered over the years, but no more! I came across this handy little how-to while stumbling through the endless amusement pit otherwise known as the internet. 

I can't remember exactly which site I found it on - but I dedicate this DIY to all the ladies who don't have time to waste re-painting their nail tips this Holiday party season. You're welcome! 

Things you need:

1. Two bottles of nail polish in contrasting colors to create a "french tip" // For a legit Frenchie style, use a cream or baby pink base with a white or cream tip. 

2. A Rubber band!

Paint your bottom coat and make sure you give it enough time to dry before attempting to create the tip. 

Pull the rubber band tight across the nail as seen in photo number one. Hold it in place while you paint the tip. Continue this process until you've painted every tip. Holding the rubber band tight and as straight across the nail as possible is the key for a great line. 

Finish it all up with one - two top coats to keep it strong.

Yeah, it's the easiest thing you've done all Holiday Season, I know.

THE NAIL REPORT: THREE TRENDS WORTH TRYING

THE NAIL REPORT:

OXBLOOD FOR FALL

Even with a gruesome name, Ox Blood will be the next big fall color.  Fitting for Halloween, don't you think? I'm already excited enough that my favorite haunting season is nearly upon us. I go hard on Halloween, you guys. If we celebrated it three times a year, we'd be better off. 

LACE/BIRD PRINT/PURE AWESOME

Via Mynailsaredope (What a fitting name!)

via Emilysnailfiles

I love the fishnet / lace on nails look. If I had an ounce of patience I would totally try this. 

ALL BLACK EVERYTHING 

The Beauty Department is my one-stop-shop for tutorials. Seriously. Everything is soooo gooood.

This look is perfect for fall. You could rock this for any occasion - and look how simple it is! I don't want to hear your excuses! Get on this. Find the tutorial HERE.

SPRING'S HOTTEST NAIL TRENDS

These are my favorite nail art trends for the coming summer months. Enjoy!

NEON GEOMETRY + PASTEL PINK LINES via Pshiiit.com

I'm still in my 'I love anything geometric' stage. In addition to my 'I love anything neon' stage. 

Both of these beautiful tutorials can be found on Pshiiit.com.

ROUND IT OUT: A COLORFUL TWIST ON A CLASSIC STYLE

Photo: Madeline Poole Nails

More elegant variations on this beautiful, classic style:

Teen Vogue - Retro Nail Art Tutorial

I love the rounded tips! My mother always filed her nails in the most lovely rounded shape. I always had high hopes I'd one day master the art.

THE BOW TIE // GOLD LEAF MANICURE 

Gold Leaf DIY

Both of these creative and captivating nail tutorials can be found on

The Beauty Department, one of my favorite places for  inspirational nail artistry. 

I wasn't able to find the exact link for The Bow Tie Mani, because attribution sometimes gets eaten by the internet. Sorry! 

And a little more nail lust for good measure:

Oh how I wish I hadn't of found this on Tumblr. I'm incredibly in love with this picture and have absolutely no idea where it came from. 

Pink/Silver Stripe - Madeline Poole Nails

*If anyone knows or owns any of the included un-credited pictures, please feel free to contact me.