#ShowMeYourMani

Posted on September 26, 2014 by phoenixbeautylounge

Hey everyone,

Here’s a new installment of our #ShowMeYourMani feature This week i was wearing a combo from #ChinaGlaze #TheGiver collection, that was inspired by the namesake movie and the book.

China Glaze The Giver: “Friends Forever, Right?” with “The Outer Edge” glitter on my accent nail

I was wearing the white with a touch of pink undertone, called “Friends Forever, Right?” with “The Outer Edge” glitter on my accent nail. I find it goes well with black-and-white monochromatic fashion looks that are huge this season and also nods to the 60’s Mod subculture style that was popular on Fall-Winter 2014 fashion runways. This nail look is a softer version of white, without being too stark or “whiteout’y” the fact which i personally liked And also, i’m not psychologically ready yet to embrace the dark and moody colors that everyone expects you to wear in fall So i’d call it a nice “transitional” mani look

Hope you like it and we’ll be thrilled to see what you guys are wearing in this awesome weather! So please #ShowMeYourMani by attaching a photo to the comments below!

Thank you and take care,
Liliana

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#manioftheweek Love

Posted on May 16, 2014 by phoenixbeautylounge

Hey everyone,

Today i’m happy to share my recent favorite nail polish color that i seem to be wearing a lot lately. It’s the fantastic China Glaze Lotus Begin from Spring 2014 collection. It’s a brilliant purple color that has a medium tone, but still has some white to it, making it a cross between a pastel and a neon. Without top coat it has a semi-matte rubbery sheen, which i think looks very modern, but i also like to top it with my Seche Vite to add some beautiful shine 🙂

China Glaze Lotus Begin

I hope you liked my #manioftheweek and i hope to see the photos of the look you are wearing this week in your comments below!

Thank you and take care,
Liliana

Weekly Mani-peek: Nicci’s Velvet Manicure!

Posted on April 25, 2014 by phoenixbeautylounge

Hello lovelies,

It’s time for another weekly manicure.

This week I went for a plush yet sparkly velvet manicure. The base color is two coats CND Vinylux Tutti Frutti, with the velvet flocking powder pressed into the CND Vinylux Top Coat. The result is a fluffy, fun texture that has been getting lots of attention.

Nicci’s Fuschia Velvet Manicure

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Mani of the Week

Posted on April 15, 2014 by phoenixbeautylounge

Hey everyone,

Here’s our next post for Mani of the week 🙂

This week i’m wearing CND Shellac in shade Negligee for a clean and simple look. It’s an almost-nude shade with a subtle iridescent sheen to it for an “extra glossy” effect. I love how CND Shellac makes my nails super-strong without adding bulk – hello spring cleaning! I’m looking at you!

CND Shellac Negligee

What are you guys using to protect your nails during your spring-cleaning times? Let me know in the comments below! Hope you liked that look and talk to you soon!

Thank you and take care,
Liliana

Easy Watercolor Nail Art using OPI Sheer Tints (plus swatches and review)

Posted on February 25, 2014 by phoenixbeautylounge

Hey everyone,

Today i’m going to show you a quick and easy tutorial on how to create a Watercolor Nail Art using OPI Sheer Tints.

This look is effortless and artsy, perfect for us girls who love abstract prints and have fun playing with colors! Just like with watercolors, it’s good to relax, switch off your inner perfectionist and let the magic come together on its own 🙂

Easy Watercolor Nail Art using OPI Sheer Tints

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Halloween Makeup Galaxy Look by Ev aka Evelina

Posted on October 30, 2013 by phoenixbeautylounge

Galaxies of your mind

“Make your heart match the universe and explore the galaxies of your mind…”

I wanted to give myself a challenge – learning the art of blending eye shadows smoothly. The theme for this look was inspired by a class I take in college – “The Universe”. We were learning about millions of distant galaxies, and I couldn’t help but be fascinated by anything interstellar!!

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Mermaid Halloween Makeup Look by Ev aka Evelina

Posted on October 30, 2013 by phoenixbeautylounge

Mermaid Costume and Makeup

This Halloween I wanted to be something more feminine than all the kick-butt costumes I wore the previous years. I was inspired by the mystical mermaid, a beautiful half-fish half-human creature that steals the hearts of brave sailors 😉

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It’s #showmeyourmani time again!

Posted on October 22, 2013 by phoenixbeautylounge

Hey everyone,

It is #showmeyourmani time again! 🙂

This week i’m wearing (!) surprise 🙂 Deborah Lippmann nail polish named “Lady Sings the Blues”. It is a lovely glitter polish in a deep blue base. I love how the jelly texture of the base makes almost an “ombre” effect on the hex silver glitter particles.. The polish has pretty good coverage and is packed with glitter. It’s amazing for a special night out, and yet it even looks good with dark jeans 🙂 This was two coats. Hope you liked it 🙂

Deborah Lippmann Lady Sings the Blues

Available in store and online at http://phoenixbeautylounge.com/deborah-lippmann-nail-polish-1/.

Thank you and take care,
Liliana

Deborah Lippmann Lady Sings the Blues

Manicure Show Time! #showmeyourmani

Posted on October 9, 2013 by phoenixbeautylounge

Hello everyone,

It’s manicure show time again! Yey!

This week i’m wearing a deep saturated red by Deborah Lippmann that’s been on my wish-list for a while now. It’s Deborah Lippmann “Lady is a Tramp”, one of her iconic best-seller colors.

This is a true deep red that’s not leaning towards cool or warm and it’s easy for everyone to pull off. It seems to look even more retro glam on my oval-shaped nails. I’m almost tempted to use a dial phone and a fountain pen. By the way, the draft of this blog post was written on a typewriter. This was three thin coats.

Deborah Lippmann Lady is a Tramp

And of course when i think of this name, this is the first thing that comes to my mind.

“Lady is a Tramp” by Lady Gaga and Tony Bennet. Has anyone else fall in love with their electric performance of this jazz standard? Honestly, it was a big eye-opener for me.. So go check it out!

Is it just me, or you also think she could’ve worn this gorgeous red Deborah Lippmann “Lady is a Tramp” color on her nails, too? 😉

Thank you and take care,
Liliana

#Showmeyourmani If You Love Me

Posted on October 6, 2013 by phoenixbeautylounge

#Showmeyourmani number 1

Hey guys, it’s that time again!! #showmeyourmani. This week I am wearing Deborah Lippmann Wicked Game and Deborah Lippmann Do the Mermaid. Deborah Lippmann Wicked Game is a purple that appears green depending on lighting and movement. Deborah Lippmann Do the Mermaid is frosty purple with purple and silver glitter. I love this color combo, the colors highlight each other and also contrast each other. Adding nail art gems brings the design to the next level of glam.

-Bubbly aka Joyce

Deborah Lippmann Do the Mermaid and Wicked Game

#Showmeyourmani number 2

Hi there nail goddesses,

Time for another round of #Showmeyourmani!

Got bored of my gels briefly and put OPI A-Piers To Be Tan over them. Maybe they should’ve called it A-Piers To Be Ghirardellicious, for the chocolate factory near the piers. It’s a creamy milk chocolate color and I love it! Too bad it doesn’t look as nice in the bottle all by itself… :-S