Logistics Coordinator, Loren, has a thing for nails—and we can’t blame her. We love reading about new finishes and fun techniques, so we thought we’d give her a slot on our blog to wax poetic about all things manicure (and pedicure!) related.
Hello, spring! The mood-lifting effects of longer days and warmer weather have put a bounce in everyone’s step here at Birchbox HQ. The skirts are flowing, the shoulders are bare, and the polishes are vibrant—which of course means that our Operations Team (@BirchboxOps), a.k.a. Special Ops, has started rocking the bright mani trend. Here are a few of the springtime lacquer looks that have made a star appearance in the office:
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Operations associate, Loren, has a thing for nails—and we can’t blame her. We love reading about new finishes and fun techniques, so we thought we’d give her a weekly slot on our blog to wax poetic about all things manicure (and pedicure!) related. Check back every Thursday for Nailing It, Birchbox’s dedicated polish series.
Operations Manager, Emily, is wearing OPI My Vampire is Buff
Happy Valentine’s Day Birchboxers! Whether you love celebrating the holiday in all its pink glory or prefer to let the bouquets and conversation hearts pass quietly into the night, there’s no better way to make your day brighter than by giving yourself a little love—especially on your digits!
The Operations Team has been sporting some great nail art and polish shades that perfect for V-day lately. Heading to a fancy dinner or just making dinner at home with your beau? We’ve got you covered! Here are a few lacquers and ideas for some inspiration:
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One of our very favorite things about the holidays is all the parties we get to go to! And all these celebrations mean lots of festive outfits and glamorous accessories. From shimmery shadow to sparkling bling to our chicest shoes, the options are endless. We asked you how you plan on adding some sparkle to your looks this season, and based on your answers, we have to say: You are all so fabulous! Read below for tips from our top pick, Tesori Belle, on adding dazzle to your ensembles this season. We especially love her inspiration for her New Year’s Eve outfit!
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- Loren
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As much as we love nail art, we’re better at admiring designs than coming up with them ourselves. That’s why we’ve enlisted Anna Norman, the smarty pants behind Glitter, She Wrote, to be a regular contributor. Every Monday, she’ll be sharing her latest lacquer inspiration—you won’t be satisfied with plain ol’ polish again.
As my calendar starts to fill up with holiday parties, I’ve been looking for different ways to add sparkle and shine to my nails. I love a good glitter polish, but I’ve been in the mood to try something new. My latest obsession? Loose glitter.
Applying loose glitter to your nails is more time intensive and a bit messier than using regular glitter polish, so it’s not the most practical manicure for every day of the week—but the results are twice as sparkly, and much for festive for the season. I’m using a kit from Nails Inc., but you can create a DIY version just as easily. Here’s how to get the look:
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Operations associate, Loren, has a thing for nails- and we can’t blame her. We love reading about new finishes and fun techniques, so we thought we’d give her a weekly slot on our blog to wax poetic about all things manicure (and pedicure!) related. Check back every Thursday for Nailing It, Birchbox’s dedicated polish series.
February seems to have flown right by and you know what that means—time for the color of the month! Last month we revamped our nails with a super-charged purple that kept us chugging through the cold weeks of February. This time around though, I’m all about adding a little (or rather, a lot of) sparkle.
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Operations associate, Loren, has a thing for nails- and we can’t blame her. We love reading about new finishes and fun techniques, so we thought we’d give her a weekly slot on our blog to wax poetic about all things manicure (and pedicure!) related. Check back every Thursday for Nailing It, Birchbox’s dedicated polish series.
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It’s time to ring in the new year! While I don’t know what you have planned for NYE, I do know that this night usually means big things: an awesome outfit, sultry makeup, dancing shoes, and a great mani! Since I’m still not sure what polish I will be rocking tomorrow, I decided to round up some inspiration. From the classic combo of black and gold to matte ombre sparkles to colorful confetti glitter, these are a few of my favorite festive ideas.
What will you be wearing on your nails for NYE? Tell me in comments!
Love glitter polish? Check out Zoya’s Gems & Jewels collection.
Our creative team is pretty, well, creative and they come across beautiful imagery all the time. Why not share the inspiration? Keep an eye out each Friday for their Mood Board, a collection of images they’re loving.
‘Tis the season to sparkle. You’ve logged quality time with the family, devoured mountains of cookies, and unwrapped all your new goodies. Now it’s time to let the real celebration begin! There’s no better way to ring in the new year than with a little shimmer and glitter. No matter what your plans are this New Years Eve, we hope you take the opportunity to shine.
Photo: Paper Crown Holiday 2011 Lookbook
We’re obsessed with glitter and shimmer, but wearing it on our face and body can feel like a flashback to middle school. Luckily, we’ve got four easy ways to wear glitter and look sophisticated. No tweens in sight! Read More.
I’ve always had an obsession with things that sparkle. No, not diamonds (although those are nice)—I’m talking about fashion pieces or beauty products that have glitter, sequin, or some kind of shimmer. While a lot of us associate anything glitzy with the holidays, these items are awesome to bust out in the summer when you can get the full-fledged gleaming effect in direct sunlight. Currently, I am on the hunt for more twinkling adornments. Here are a few of the things that are at the top of my list:
J.Crew Glitter Finish Leather Sandals ($98): Could these be any cuter? I especially love the juxtaposition of a sporty flat sandal with a a feminine silvery finish.
Jouer Moisturizing Lip Gloss ($20): This keeps lips hydrated and gleaming with tiny bits of gold glitter.
Tatcha Aburatorigami Blotting Papers ($12): Fancy and affordable, these blotting papers are great for hot summer days and the decorative gold leaf flecks are oh so pretty.
Vince Sequin Crepe Top ($295): This boxy tank takes even the most boring pair of shorts or pants and transforms them into something special.
—Meredith
For more great summery finds, visit the Birchbox Shop.
Photo courtesy of We Heart This
This week, we have Stef and Tyna of We Heart This blogging about how to do beauty the adult way. Here, Stef tells us how to make glitter look grown up.
For this addition of the Grown Up Girl’s Guide to Beauty, we’re talking about glitter. It can be a blessing or a curse when it comes to cosmetics, and even more so as you get older. While it can add glamour for a special occasion, glitter can sometimes leave you looking like a hot mess. There is nothing like glitters settling into wrinkles to draw attention to, even accentuate, them. But Grown Up Girls, rejoice! There are ways that you can join in the glittery fun. As long as you follow a few simple do’s and don’ts…
1. Do: All hail the mighty glitter nail polish! There is no easier way to bring a bit of age-appropriate flash into your life than with a polish. You can go tone on tone for a more understated look — try red polish paired with red glitter top coat. Or add a contrasting or multi color polish on top of a base shade for a real party on your nails. Bonus: a glitter top coats hide flaws (smears, bubbles, chips—you name it) in your manis and pedis.
2. Don’t: Thinking about a blush with chunky glitter in it? If you’re anything but a ‘tween, think again. Just as filling wrinkles with glitter is a bad idea, the same goes for pores. Not cute! If you want some sparkle, pick a blush with fine micro-shimmer instead.
3. Do: Anyone can wear glitter eyeliner. It’s a subtle way to draw attention to your eyes (well, as subtle as glitter can be). Any shadow that has a bit too much bling can easily be used as a liner with the help of water and a fine tip brush. Try this trick I learned from a makeup artist. Line your eyes with a crème liner. Then apply the same shade of a glittery liner over the base, but ONLY directly above your iris. It adds depth and a bit of twinkling light behind your lashes.
4. Don’t: Go glitter gaga! Wherever you choose to wear glitter, let that be the only place to have it proudly shine. Unless you’re a drag queen, then I highly encourage the opposite.
5. Do: Now, I’m a lip gloss addict. So I think gloss of any type is pretty much a go; from neon to black…ok, not black. But glitter gloss? A big do! Even if you don’t cover your whole lips like a big luscious disco ball, just a dab in the center of your lower lip provides a playful pop of shine that looks good on everyone.
—Stef
Read all of Stef and Tyna’s posts here.
Check out our favorite Deborah Lippmann glitter polishes.
