Matte

Hey guys!

Today I have a matte french manicure to share with you!

For the manicure I started off with a dark brown base of Essie Lady Godiva on all my nails. Afterwards I used striping tape and the matte top coat Essie Matte About You to make the french tip.

I love this matte and shiny nail art!
What do you guys think about this alternative french manicure? Let me know in the comments.

Stay polished.
- Louise

Then and Now

Hey guys!

Today I have some more Then and Now nail art to share with you!
I recreated this mix and match leopard and striped manicure from April of 2014.

For the leopard nails I started off with a taupe nude base of piCture pOlish Nougat on my middle finger, ring finger, and thumb. Afterwards I followed my own tutorial using the brown OPI Going My Way or Nor-Way?, the black Essie Licorice, and a dotting tool to create the leopard print.
For the striped nails I started off with a white base of Essence Wild White Ways on my pointer and pinky. Afterwards I used some thick striping tape and Essie Licorice to create the stripes.

Close up!

And here is a comparison of Then and Now!

I am so happy with my development these last three years! I think the 'Now' manicure is much better than the 'Then' manicure.
What do you guys think about this nail art? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Leopard

Hey guys!

Today I have some simple leopard nail art to share with you.

For the manicure I started off with a nude base of piCture pOlish Beige on all my nails. Afterwards I followed my own tutorial using the brown polish China Glaze Desert Sun, the gold polish Essie Good as Gold, the black polish Essie Licorice, and a dotting tool.

Close up!

I cannot seem to get enough of leopard manicures!
What do you guys think about this nail art? Let me know in the comments.

Stay polished.
- Louise

Leopard

Hey guys!

Today I have some simple leopard nail art to share with you!

For the manicure I started off with a taupe/nude base of Barry M Almond on all my nails. Afterwards I followed my own tutorial using OPI Ice-Bergers & Fries, Essie Licorice and a dotting tool.

Close up!

Leopard is like a pallet-cleanser to me!
What do you guys think about this leopard manicure? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Rudolph

Hey guys!

Today I have some cute Christmas nail art to share with you!

For the manicure I started off with the beautiful red polish piCture pOlish Bridget on all my nails, except for the ring finger which I painted blue with Deborah Lippmann Blue Orchid. Afterwards I freehanded Rudolph the Reindeer on my ring finger using a small nail art brush, the brown China Glaze Desert Sun, piCture pOlish Bridget (for the nose), Essie Partner in Crime (for the antlers), and white and black polish for the eyes.

I think this Christmas nail art turned out so cute!
What do you guys think about this Rudolph manicure? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Fall

Hey guys!

Today I have some simple fall nail art to share with you!

For the manicure I started off with a taupe/nude base of piCture pOlish Nougat on all my nails. Afterwards I stamped the fall leafs onto my nails with Born Pretty BPL-024 stamping plate, Barry M Mustard, Barry M Cardamom, OPI It'a a Piazza Cake, and OPI How Great is Your Dane?

Close up!

Even though it is already snowing in Denmark, I think this manicure is perfect for fall!
What do you guys think about this nail art? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

ILNP Fall 2016 | My Picks

Hey guys!

Minta.dk very generously offered me to choose some of the shades from the upcoming ILNP Fall 2016 collection, so today I want to share swatches and reviews of my picks.

The first four polishes are from the Fall Neutrals collection.
The quality of these polishes are amazing and all very similar - they needed three thin coats to be opaque, but the formula was amazingly easy to work with and they dried in no time!

First up is Elle, which is a beautiful semi-sheer nude with scattered holographic flakes.

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Next is Chleo - a gorgeous semi-sheer dusty pink leaning nude with scattered holographic flakes.

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Next we have Central Station, which a taupe with scattered holographic flakes.

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The last of my picks from the Fall Neutrals collection is Industrial Park.
Industrial Park is a dark dusty blue with scattered holographic flakes.

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I chose one polish from the Fall 2016 collection - The Harpist.
The Harpist is a gold-leaning copper shade stuffed with silver flakes and small holographic flakes.
The formula on this one was great - a little on the thick side, but easy to apply and it was opaque in two coats.

Close up!

These are my first ILNP polishes and I can honestly say that I am in love! They are all so beautiful!
You can pre-order these polishes at Minta.dk and they will be sent out around the 30th of September.

What do you guys think about my picks from this collection?
Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Leopard

Hey guys!

Today I have a beautiful skittlette to share with you featuring a glittery leopard design!

For the manicure I started off with a red base of Essie Really Red on my pointer and thumb, a taupe nude base of piCture pOlish Nougat on my middle and ring finger and a base of the gold holographic glitter F.U.N Lacquer Million Dollar Dream on my pinky. Afterwards I followed my own tutorial to make the leopard design using F.U.N Lacquer Million Dollar Dream, the brown polish OPI My Way or Nor-Way and the dark brown polish Essie Partner in Crime.

Close up!

What do you guys think about this nail art?
Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Leopard

Hey guys!

Today I have a leopard manicure with a glittery twist to share with you!

For the manicure I started off with a taupe nude base of Barry M Almond on all my nails. Afterwards I followed my own tutorial using the brown polish OPI Going My Way or Nor-Way?, the bronze glitter polish F.U.N Lacquer Royal Chapel, the black polish Essie Licorice, and a small dotting tool.

Close-up!

What do you guys think about this nail art?
Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Pokémon

Hey guys!

Today I have some Pokémon nails to share with you featuring my four favourite Pokémons!

For the manicure I started off with a white base of CND Cream Puff on my thumb, a pink base of OPI Mod About You on my pointer, a yellow base of OPI I Just Can't Cope-Acabana on my middle finger, a purple base of OPI Funky Dunkey on my ring finger, and a brown base of Gosh Mocca on my pinky. Afterwards I freehanded all the details of the poke ball and the pokémons with different colours watered-down acrylic paint and a small nail art brush.

I really love how these turned out - I am so ready to go Pokémon hunting!
What do you guys think about this nail art? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Pineapples

Hey guys!

Today I have the perfect summer nails to share with you guys - pineapple nails!

For the manicure I started off with a yellow base of China Glaze Lemon Fizz on my pointer, thumb and pinky, and a white base of CND Cream Puff of my middle and ring finger. Afterwards I freehanded the pineapples with a small nail art brush, China Glaze Lemon Fizz, the brown polish Essie Lady Godiva, and the green polish Essie Ruffles and Feathers.

These nails match my toenails!
What do you guys think about this summer-y nail art? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Leopard

Hey guys!

Today I have another skittlette to share with you!
This one is inspired by the lovely Milena of Nail That Design.

For the manicure I started off with a nude base of OPI Don't Bossa Nova Me Around on my pointer and middle finger and a red base of Barry M Blood Orange on my pinky, ring finger, and thumb. Afterwards I followed my own tutorial using the brown polish OPI Ice-Bergers & Fries and black acrylic paint to make the leopard print on my pointer and middle finger. To finish off the skittlette I applied a stud to my ring finger.

I do love leopard print!
What do you guys think about this skittlette? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Depend The Great Desert

Hey guys!

Today I have a swatch and review of the up-coming Depend collection The Great Desert*.
The Great Desert is a collection consisting of six polishes with a satin to matte finish. I recommend you using a ridge filling base coat underneath and no top coat on top.

First off I have No. 4092 Hot Desert.
Hot Desert is a light nude with a satin finish. The formula is great and it is easy to work with. The opacity is good as well and it opaque in three thin coats.
This shade is definitely one of my favorites in the collection - it is so sweet and delicate.

Next up is No. 4091 Camel Caravan. 

Camel Caravan is a nude with a satin finish. The formula on this one is great and it is opaque in two thin and buttery coats. 

This shade is perfect for my skintone - now I finally have the perfect shade for manniquin hands.

Next is No. 4095 Dust Storm.

Dust Storm is taupe/brown with a matte finish and a blurple (blue/purple) shimmer. The formula is great (as the others) and it is easy to apply. The opacity is amazing and it only needs one coat!

Next is No. 4094 Shade Seeker.

Shade Seeker is a dark taupe/brown with a matte finish and a aqua blue shimmer. The formula on this one is great as well and it is opaque in one thin and easy coat! 

This shade is so beautiful!

Next I have No. 4093 Sahara Queen to share with you. 

Sahara Queen is a pink with a satin finish and a light teal shimmer. The formula and opacity on this one was good - it was opaque in three thin coats. 

Last (but not least) is No. 4089 Cool Oasis. 

Cool Oasis is a light blue with a satin finish. The formula on this one was great - it applies to the nails like butter. The opacity is good as well and it is opaque in two easy coats.

This is another favorite of mine!

All in all I love this collection - all the shades are so beautiful!

What do you guys think about this collection? Let me know in the comments.

Stay polished.

- Louise

*The collection is sponsored by Depend, but everthing I write is my honest opinion. 

China Glaze Desert Sun

Hey guys!

Today I have a swatch and review of a long time lemming of mine - China Glaze Desert Sun!
Desert Sun is a delicious, caramel brown creme.

The formula is amazing and it is creamy and easy to apply - it is a little on the thin side though and I was nervous it would need 3+ coats, but it builds up really well and it is opaque in two thin coats!

I added a popsicle charm from Daily Charme to my ring finger.

Close-up!

Now I have the munchies!
What do you guys think about this delicious mani? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Leopard

Hey guys!

Today I have some simple nail art to share with you!

For the manicure I started off with a taupe/nude base of piCture pOlish Nougat on all my nails. Afterwards I followed my own tutorial using a dotting tool, the brown OPI Ice-Bergers & Fries, a small nail art brush, and watered-down black acrylic paint.

Leopard is definitely my go-to nail art!
What do you guys think about this manicure? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

12 Days of Christmas: Rudolph

Hey guys!

Today it is time for some Rudolph nail art for my 12 Days of Christmas series.

For the manicure I started off with a blue base of Color Club Meet Me at the Rink on all my nails. Afterwards I freehanded the reindeer with a small nail art brush, the brown polish OPI Going My Way or Norway?, the dark brown polish Essie Partner in Crime, the red polish piCture pOlish Bridget, white nail polish, and black nail polish.

I think these reindeers are so goofy and cute!
What do you guys think about this christmas nail art? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

piCture pOlish Blog Fest 2015

Hey guys!

Today I have something special for you - piCture pOlish Blog Fest 2015!
I am in the nail art category, so Jules (very kindly) sent me three shades to make some nail art with. I received Beige, Paris (Reborn) and Demeter and I decided to make some fall-themed nail art.

For the manicure I started off with Beige on all my nails except for my pinky which I painted brown with Demeter. Afterwards I freehanded the acorns and leafs on my middle and ring finger with a little nail art brush, Paris (Reborn), and Demeter.

I want to thank Jules for this awesome opportunity and I hope you guys like this fall-themed nail art!
What do you guys think about this manicure? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Disclaimer: the three polishes in this blog post is sponsored by piCture pOlish.

Leopard

Hey guys!

Today I have a classic leopard manicure to share with you!

For the manicure I started off with taupe/nude base of piCture pOlish Nougat. Afterwards I followed my own tutorial using the brown OPI Going My Way or Nor-Way, black acrylic paint, a dotting tool, and a small nail art brush.

I love a classic leopard print!
What do you guys think about this manicure? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Fall

Hey guys!

Today I have an awesome fall skittle so show you guys!

For the manicure I used Barry M Mustard, piCture pOlish Nougat, Essie Dress to Kilt, and Essie Partner in Crime - one polish painted on each. Afterwards I placed a gold stud from Born Pretty Store (#5003) on each nail.

This simple skittle is my favorite fall manicure so far!
What do you guys think about this fall nail art? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Fancy Friday: Chocolate

Hi girls!

Today it is time for this week's Fancy Friday manicure!
The challenge is chocolate and I made a skittlette featuring a chocolate-inspired water marble!

For the manicure I started off with a chocolate brown base of OPI Going My Way or Nor-Way? on my pointer and middle finger, a dark brown base of Essie Partner in Crime on my thumb and pinky, and a white base on my ring finger. Then I made the chocolate-inspired water marble on my ring finger using Essie Partner in Crime, Essie Urban Jungle, and OPI Going My Way or Nor-Way?. To finish off the skittlette I applied China Glaze Fairy Dust to my pinky.

I think the water marble looks like delicious chocolate!
What do you guys think about this nail art? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Remember to check out what the other girls made this week down below!

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