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BEAUTY: NAIL POLISH ADDICTS ANONYMOUS: PART1

I'd like to introduce you to my newest blog contributor Dina who is my personal nail polish expert, she'll be sharing all there is to know about nail polish trends in a few posts. Read more below to get started with part one...

{Dina} I have a very real and very expensive addiction to nail polish. I'm a sucker for neutrals, a lover of corals, completely gone for fireman reds…I could go on but I'm sure you understand. I do have a tab on my browser simply named 'Nails' (see manic obsessive picture below) and have no shame in admitting to my life-altering addiction of pretty nails.

I love interesting shades and tend to shy away from traditional reds and pinks…which is all most salons usually have. That's what prompted me to start my collection. Why put yourself at the mercy of the nail salon's paltry selections? Nail trends are often overlooked and they really shouldn't be - it's the easiest way to elevate your look. A great color puts me in a good mood and actually makes me more confident about my appearance. We're quite lucky to have mostly sunny weather in the Middle East (although August weather sometimes doesn't really feel like a blessing) so we have the unique freedom of altering our nail polish whims to our moods rather than season appropriate colors. Essie & OPI are my go-to favorites.

As important as the color is, every foundation needs a good base so invest in both base coat and topcoat. I love Essie's First Base base coat but OPI's Start-to-Finish duo top and base coat is perfect to keep in your purse for touch-ups. However… Seche Vite is the ultimate topcoat if you're willing to ignore the strange smell as it's applied. When you've joined the world of Seche Vite nail snobs..it's probably the first sign of your descent into nail polish addiction.

Must-Haves:

1. Fast-Drying Topcoat by Seche Vite

2. First Base Basecoat by Essie

3. From Start To Finish Dual Topcoat & Basecoat by OPI

4. Matte About You Topcoat Matte Finisher by Essie

Other more specialized products (which not everyone may need depending on how healthy your nails are) include Essie's Ridge Filler and Dior's Crème Abricot Fortifying Nail Cream.

The world of nail polish addicts is a world unto itself - which is why I'm scarily familiar with common nail jargon.

Dupes: Nail polish that is extremely similar to that of another brand, thus they are dupes. If your wallet is crying out against buying the entire Dior Vernis collection, then look for dupes from less expensive brands.

VNL: Another secret…VNL is my pet peeve of life. Standing for 'Visible Nail Line', VNL is a sadly common occurrence to those who prefer sheer polishes (I loathe sheers, if you like sheers then I will likely consider you an alien) . I'm kind of the complete neurotic opposite - I'll apply three or four coats to avoid the dreaded VNL

Jelly: Certain colors go on more smoothly than others - they're well pigmented and have a flawless finish that sometimes renders top coats unnecessary. Many Essie polishes are jellies - and super easy to apply.

Sheet Marks: Let this be a lesson to you, future nail polish addict. The cardinal rule of nail polish is to NEVER EVER apply it before going to bed. Unless you want to wake up to what looks like a botched finger print attempt, apply at least two hours before bedtime.

Matte: Exactly what it sounds like, matte nails are a huge trend currently. It's all about having nails that are 'matte' rather than shiny. Although some brands, such as OPI make special matte nail polishes in certain colors, your best bet is to invest in a matte topcoat (like the one mentioned above) so you can use it with whatever color you like. I'm a bit of a shiny topcoat type of person, but this is something everyone should try once.

Next time, nail polish trends dominate I will share yet more of my obsession with you guys, including what additions are MANDATORY* to your nail polish collection.**

*They really are mandatory.

**I assume that everyone has a collection (probably due to my unhealthy fixation on nail polish). If not, then get started! It's the ultimate instant gratification to have oh-so-pretty nails.

New Latest Eyewear Trends 2012

Latest Fashion trends in eyewear keep changing every day and with the arrival of the new year, everything in vogue last year, this year's fashion. You will come across the latest clothing trends and new hair styles looks trend even now, but have you ever wondered eyewear trend now is to what? If you are a true diva fashion sense, you will not forget to find out what's hot and what's not in the new best trends in eyewear.

Latest trends in Eyewear

Let's start with the boss of the season, New York Anne Klein eyewear collections. Anne Klein New York has launched a sophisticated design but elegant eyewear fashion trends today. If you are a fan of their fashion line up, the Anne Klein New York will attract today's modern woman.

Miyagi Eyewear my favorite, offers a blend of comfort with the charm. JANE Miyagi 2512 eyeglasses are not only cool, but so super trendy. You can check the eyewear fashion trends of their images on the Internet. The ring is made of glass, metal and manufactured in Italy.

You will fall in love with the sunglasses trends from Versace. They know their business and give the fans what they love. This time, they have created a new line of eyewear collection designed sexy and have an advanced design. Made of plastic, wide-rimmed glasses with a square and available in black or tortoise.

The most sought after brands and favorite celebrity is Chanel eyewear collection. Chanel was a pioneer in women's eyewear trends with a collection of stylish design, sophisticated and complex. You will find that the glasses up from the latest fashion frames including Chanel classic iconic and modern style for a multitude of tastes. Frame sunglasses are very feminine and stylish. The latest trend in Chanel glasses of diversity is absolutely unparalleled in style look.

The Latest new trend in the Gucci eyewear collection is a something that will not go out of fashion. Eyeglasses Gucci fashion style and craftmanship without losing its delicate touch. You'll find a collection, trendy styles that will make you go gaga in the new trend of Gucci eyewear.

Ray Ban is one of the big favorites of consumers around the world after Louis Vuttion and Armani. They have come up with a sturdy frame colors with unique design. You can get scattered in animals, tortoise, peeled and frame much more interesting this way oh, so hot designer brand.

Latest Fashion in Eyewear

If designer sunglasses trends mentioned above are out of reach, you can still remain in some fashion tips fashion eyeglasses that you can apply when indulging yourself with the brand affordable eyeglasses. You can accessorize your eyes with oversized frames, zoom. You can go in for an interesting frame as butterflies, goggle, and style cat eye shield. Choose plastic frame in vibrant and bright colors that give you a wild look. Latest fashion eyewear including translucent plastic, the color and even mixed material frame.

If you hesitate about going over the top with the crisis, then you can try a small, light frame. These are made of metal and look very elegant indeed. You can create a more natural tone lens tints such as rose and amber, subtle and soft. You can try to bring color with blonde highlights detection.

But if you want to stand out in a crowd and want all eyes on you, then go to the oversized square frames. The square frame glasses back in fashion. You can even try Retro glasses are inspired by those in 1960. Or you can try Mykita frames give you more fun, watching science fiction.

Men need not feel left out a lot in store in the trend of sunglasses for sex night. The action star can go in the dark glasses and bigger. You can go in for color contrast with the face frame and lens frame with translucent or clear lens with a little color. Eyeglasses rimless and semi rimless are back in vogue. You can use mild anti-reflective lens looks stylish. Comfortable back in season and you can go in for trends in eyewear including light plastic frame. They consist of dark, thin black frame and style similar to the late 1950's style. You can add magic by combining frames and lenses for eyeglasses made to appear as one piece. A look sophisticated, sleek can be created by oversized flat top frame with metal accents added.

Animal Print Nail Art 2012

If you just can't get enough of the fabulously printed and decorate manicure designs watch out for the new season animal print nail art 2011. These pics will show you how to take nail painting to the next level and experiment with the hottest trends adding a glam effect to your nails and crowning your high street look.

Cheer up your nails with a modern edge and draw these cool patterns with the help of a high class manicure kit all fashionista should own. Pick the colors according to your preferences and personality and make sure you follow the instructions to rule out the chances of a nail disaster.

The latest animal print nail art 2011 trends include all the well-known patterns inspired by the runway looks. Zebra, leopard, snake as well as turtle and giraffe are some of the cutting edge prints to use in order to arm up your manicure with a punky touch. Choose from the classy and more traditional looks or switch things up a bit with neon and vibrating tones and more out-of-this-world designs.

If you're a real adventurer when it comes of nail trends, therefore make sure you break with the traditional patterns and color palette and think big to pull off some of the new season manicure ideas. Nail-artists-to-be will be definitely crazy about the vibrating effect of the bright colors when paired with black and other neutral shades to build up a textbook style leopard, giraffe or zebra print. Go over the board when it comes of the chromatic options and make sure you take a closer look at these tried and tested examples of the most fabulous animal print nail designs from the market.

The avantgarde mani styles would help you break out of the your shell and make a real statement both when you prepare for a party or a daytime event. Go dramatic with these nail design ideas and apply your favorite animal prints to your nails. Show off your unique charisma and creativity and make sure you use as the perfect canvas a perfectly polished surface. Whilst classy nail designs are still popular why not widen the limits of nail painting and challenge your skills to a fabulous makeover.

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Girls Hair Style

For the stunning look, pick up from the exquisite variety of fashionable girl hair accessory that's hitting the market. When it comes to fashion, hair styling accessory for women occupies a commanding position. It shapes up your total personality and embellishes your beauty. Models flaunt their gorgeous hair accessories on the ramp shows. The ambit of hair styling accessory is extensive and includes barrettes, fashionable hair clips, hair claws, hairpins, forks, hairsticks, headbands, scrunchies, ponytail holders and splendid bridal hair accessory.

Intricate designs in works of studded pearls, gemstones, beads, flowers and crystals are used in the making of bridal hair accessory. Silk hair flowers are in vogue. Flower designs look sizzling. Popular barrette styles are: Ruby Bow, Classic Topaz Barrette, Sapphire Bow, Amethyst Bow, Arched Pony Clip, Jet Bow and Crystal Flower Barrette.

Hair buns are just ideal for parties and other festivities. They look simply fabulous with our

very own ethnic outfit sari. Butterfly bun style is very in. Hair sticks made up of natural bone/ exotic wood look amazing with all forms of apparel. Ponytail is the fashion of the season. For this easy trendy hairstyle we have a commendable variety of ponytail holders, scrunchies and silk ribbons.

New Black Nails: In Vogue

Trends of nail color also keep changing along with the other trends of clothing or shoes. Since last few years, black nail color has been in rule. Its increasing fame has eradicated its mysterious and eerie impact. Instead it has become an emblem of boldness and being outrageous. Proper application of nail color is one of the important factors in accessorizing one’s self. Black nail color in particular needs to be applied very carefully. Some easy steps needs to be followed in order to have flawless black painted nails.

First of all, chose a proper place to do your nails. Do not carry out this procedure on your bed or table cloth. As nail color may accidentally fall on the cloth and it’s almost impossible to remove its mark. Make sure you have all the material you will need during this process such as cotton swab, nail polish remover, black nail color, filer, nail cutter and cotton bud as well.

Start from using nail cutter. Cut your nails to medium size. Use nail filler in order to make the edges smooth and also to shape your nails. Once you are done with the shape of your nails, use nail polish remover in order to remove the nail polish in case you have applied one previously. After removing nail polish, use your dominant hand, right or left which ever it is, to apply black nail polish on the other hand. Start with a single stripe in the middle of the nail from inwards to outwards. Paint down the sides with black nail polish afterwards. Repeat the same steps with every nail. When you are done with one hand, either apply black nail polish on your dominant hand with the other one or preferably ask someone else to do so. When you are done with both hands, take a cotton bud, dip it in nail polish remover and remove if there is any extra black nail polish on the sides of your nails. Let your nails dry for 6-8 minutes at least. Here you have pretty hands with a fine and smoothly applied black nail polish.

Some very trivial yet important things to keep in mind while applying nail color are: avoid applying double strokes of black nail polish on your nails as it makes the layer thick and it does not look very fine. Secondly if you want square nails, the curves should not be sharp and pointed. Use your nail filer very carefully, just to make the edges smooth not to spoil the shape. Be very careful about the cuticles; treat them with immense care as they are the most sensitive part of your nail. Use a cuticle pusher to deal with them