Well, Hell

I've been gone quite a long time.  Life has changed completely...many times over.   Please, excuse me...I wasn't trying to be rude.   Here are a few recent nail art endeavors.

And, for good measure some images of myself.  I did a photoshoot for a friend's salon, and allowed my hair to be cut quite short.  It HURT.  However, I got many compliments on the change, and I'll admit, even I liked it a little...sometimes ^_~

Working toward a nice long Ombre with Red Violets and copper tips.  ^_^

and some other similar self taken images that suck just as much...lol

 

 

S'pose that'll be all for this post.  ^_^  Hope to be a'bloggin' more regular here.  mmmmm hm.  I watched Sling Blade last night for the first time in a while.  ha ha...

Gelish

Gelish by Nail Harmony in Bella's Vampire

I work as a nail tech and hair stylist at Evolve Salon.  Our most popular service is the Gelish Manicure for up to 3 weeks of wear and stunning high gloss finish.  These are my own real nails, however I am frequently asked if they are fake!  I have changed the shape of my nails since these pictures were taken so it is a little strange to see them rather rectangular.  

Gelish is my new favorite product.  It allows me to use nail polish remover on clients and not lose my finish, and I can keep them longer and stronger for weeks with out the upkeep and commitment of damaging acrylics!  

*tsk *tsk  such a shame that I have 2 bins of OPI and Essie upstairs collecting dust...

In other news, I am contemplating getting my nose re-pierced.  I talked to someone who said if I keep sterling silver or gold jewelry in it that it should not reject the piercing this time round. I do miss it so much...  ^_^

Skull & Glossbones

I've been looking for a nail polish that will be the perfect shade of light grey for a while now.  Everything was either metallic, too sheer, or just plain too dark against my paler than pale skin.  FINALLY, I found the perfect one!  Pirates of the Caribbean licensed OPI to make a set for the premier in May.  I picked up Skull & Glossbones and its PERFECTION!  It lasts forever, and it's light enough that when I do get a small chip, it's not noticeable. 

River Side

So I had another blogger meet up!  At the rate of one per year, I believe I need to find more blogging friends!

My outfit was inspired by all the lovely caftan images I have been finding online as of late.  I wanted to feel light and airy in the bright hot heat!

The earrings I scored on Ebay a few years ago.  Bib necklace and ring soon to be available in my Etsy store!

Sunglasses are Liz Claiborn and the dress was a score from a clothing exchange with my friend Amber.  I believe she found it thrifting before that.

This ^ image is my favorite of the day.  Makes me feel like a model again!

Shoes by Vera Wang from my birthday gift card.  Bag from Old Navy (on mega clearance a few seasons back) and I got my fox tail on Ebay last year.

Images courtesy Kelly Ann Shuler ^_^

Here are a few others from before we hiked down to the Sunken Garden next to the Susquehanna River.

 Toe Nail Polish is Tart Deco by Essie

cutie pie Hope ^_^

cute Kelly!

 I don't know what I would do with out my high end cosmetics...lol  After having my baby my routine is non existent and my skin has suffered greatly! 

Face:  

Boing #1 by Benefit

Yaby foundation

High beam by Benefit

Razor Sharp powder by Urban Decay

brow pencil by Mary Kay

Benefit lip  liner and lipstick in Lady's Choice

One Hot Minute bronzer by Benefit

Mary Kay bronzer

Smashbox cream liner

Smashbox Mascara

Photo Op under eye brightener by Smashbox

and because this post isn't image heavy enough...(ha ha!)  some more candid images from the shoot!