Friday, July 5, 2013

nail art is a vacation for plain nails.


So, I got my nails done again! Only this time it didn't turn out quite as expected. As I mentioned in my last nail post, my work has only just started allowing us to have our nails done. We are allowed neutral and pastel colours only. (So depressing, but I'll take what I can get!)

Well, when I went to get my shellac polish put on, I chose a medium brown shade. Nice and neutral. Except that the colour turned out to be deep red. Ack! Let me just say that I love the colour. It's beautiful and totally bold. Unfortunately, bold is a no-no at my work. This is why I have a love-hate relationship with my nails right now. I love them...but I'm tired of worrying about getting in trouble over them. Sigh.

Next time I get my nails done, I'm thinking about a nice ballet pink. I can't go much more neutral than that, right? If you have any suggestions for great neutral nail polish colours, I'd love to hear them!

When did you last get your nails done? What do you think of this colour?

xo Shannon
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32 comments:

  1. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    I love the color! Shellac is really expensive though! I would try putting nail stickers in a neutral color over top or painting over them in a neutral shade for work, and then removing it when you get home. Nail polish remover doesn't remove shellac!

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  2. КаринаJuly 5, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    Very pretty make-up, dear!!) <3
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  3. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    Wow, amazing make-up! :))

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  4. lifeasartJuly 5, 2013 at 3:08 PM

    Wow, your job just started to allow nail polish? That's so strict! The color looks very classic and pretty. Maybe the policy is just written that way to discourage bright trendy colors like mint and turquoise? Good luck! I hope the polish police don't get you ;-)
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  5. Anna and KlaudiaJuly 5, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    great color :)

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  6. Diana S.T.July 5, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    I love that nails color... looks great on you BTW
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  7. Lesley KimJuly 5, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    you look gorgeous!! i love that nail color!

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  8. UnknownJuly 5, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    Love the bold red nails. Really lovely.
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  9. Andini RiaJuly 5, 2013 at 8:36 PM

    I've never had my nails done before :) Absolutely love this dark red shade on you though!

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  10. Vale ♥July 6, 2013 at 12:44 AM

    I think this color is so chic, love it. Anyway it's not neutral, as you know, LOL...a ballet pink will do fine ! Your nails will be beautiful anyway :)

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  11. RaszJuly 6, 2013 at 12:59 AM

    fab nail polish <3

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  12. The Red DutchessJuly 6, 2013 at 2:10 AM

    Wow, this photo looks like it should be on the cover of Vogue, girl you are beautiful...and your nails of course. Stunning all round. x

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  13. Fashion-BridgeJuly 6, 2013 at 9:01 AM

    You manicure is perfect! my nails are painted right now in the same colour:) But I also love your flawless make-up, so pretty!

    Xx

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  14. SaraJuly 6, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    It looks so pretty!

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  15. Guilianna McGinnissJuly 6, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    You're really pretty! (: I love this post!

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  16. Eva M.July 6, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    I love it..it is so chic!

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  17. Annie LJuly 6, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    So pretty, and love the anchor earrings!
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  18. Hanz, Fashionista Era DesignJuly 6, 2013 at 3:55 PM

    totally love it..nice color!! r u on twitter/fb?

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  19. OnyJuly 6, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    A pale blue is really pretty and nuetral. Or the seafoan grean blue, my fave. Tell your nails I'm so.sorry. :D That sucks you couldn't keep the bold red :D
    Great post, Shannon

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  20. UnknownJuly 7, 2013 at 1:03 AM

    absolutely stunning nails!! i really love blood red nail polish, they stand out :)

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  21. life is styleJuly 7, 2013 at 2:11 AM

    pretty :)

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  22. AnonymousJuly 7, 2013 at 2:30 AM

    I totally loved this post!!! Really great inspiration! You look gorgeous! Lots of Love, Kyra♡
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  23. UnknownJuly 7, 2013 at 6:49 AM

    Great nail!Great post!!!lovable pics
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  24. Adriana CarmenJuly 7, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    love this red shade on nailpolish!
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  25. babyredvampJuly 7, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    lovely *__* like a doll

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  26. LydiaJuly 8, 2013 at 1:36 AM

    i love the quotes on your blog titles :P x
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  27. marykapsiJuly 8, 2013 at 5:50 AM

    great color and you look so pretty
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  28. Sarah NaitJuly 8, 2013 at 6:30 AM

    You look lovely!! Xx

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  29. Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsJuly 8, 2013 at 7:34 AM

    It stinks that you have to worry about your nail color because it's gorgeous and classic. :-)

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  30. UnknownJuly 8, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    Wauw!

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  31. Mihaela PojoguJuly 8, 2013 at 11:32 PM

    gorgeous color I wear it in every season :)

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  32. Amanda {feast.fashion.faves}July 14, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    AGREED! love the dark, sultry wine color!
    My best friend recently sent me a mini care package...and it included hello kitty press on nails haha...I'll probably have a rando pamper day and try them out


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