Mani Monday | 4 Colors to Keep Up Those Summer Vibes

Take a bite outta summer with Sally Hansen!

A stylista can find style inspo pretty much anywhere. And Mani Monday is no exception! These 4 colors will keep you going through summer or just offer a sweet pick-me-up when the summer sun is interrupted with summer rainstorms.

This OPI color certainly isn't mini when it comes to a day at the beach!

Your foundation isn't the only thing that should change come summer. Your nail color should, too. Have you been eyeing a color only to tell yourself if I was only a little more tan I could wear it? Well, now's the time, sister!

You can't more specific than this color from Wet n Wild!

Not everyone's summer will include a beach and jet skis. That's okay because changing your manicure is an instant pick me up. And with season specific collections, you'll be cruisin' down 1-5 in a windows down, pop music induced adventure in no time!

If laughter is the best medicine, then this OPI color is the pefect compliment...

What new colors will you try to begin your next summer adventure?

xo | din

Mani Monday | Milkshakes + Manicures

Yup. So this is what I'm wearing in Dubai! Milkshake in hand, I went back to Oahn for another gel mani. It was about time, too, because I was so over seeing black nails! I decided to get gels again since I'll be traveling for 10 days and can't predict touch up opportunities.

Oahn was so patient with me. I went in with 3 semi-ideas and eventually came out with this modern design. (This one is based off another one of Bridget's recommendations. That girl's a keeper...) In order to show the lime/spring green, I had to apply filters to my photos. My poor iPhone and apartment lighting just wasn't enough!

What do you think of my more modern design?

xo | din

nails | GelColor by OPI
manicure | Oahn at Rex Day Spa

Mani Monday | Blvck

Believe me when I tell you, Oahn at Rex Day Spa in Falls Church, VA is the real deal. I may have mentioned before that I've been painting my nails since I was 4 so, needless to say, I'm very particular about my manicures! Truthfully, I've never been completely satisfied until now.

About my nails:
My good friend Bridget is a nail diva and after seeing her wear this half moon design earlier in the year, I knew that I wanted to replicate it. Soon after two failed attempts (one mine and the other at a salon), I decided to get a name: Oahn. For my appointment, I requested the half moon design and Erin Fetherston's NYFW Fall 2015 accent nail. Basically altering two inspirations to make them my own. My nails were prepped to my liking (she even patched up a snag!), and the nail art was skillfully completed with precision.

I usually don't paint with gel colors or shellac because it lasts at least 2-weeks, and I get bored quickly. But, I love, love, love my nails! What do you think?

xo | din

polish | GelColor by OPI
manicure | Oahn at Rex Day Spa

Mani Monday | Crayola Magic

Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a fabulous Valentine's weekend! Today's mani inspo is sure to bring your childhood back. Follow the photos for my step by step of how I accomplished this playful look. I hope you feel the magic of art that I do! 

xo | dré 

colors from left to right | OPI Do You Have This Color In Stock-Holm? | Essie Play Date | Essie I'm Addicted | Nicole Sacre Bleu | Essie Vices Versa | Creative Iguana | OPI Ginza Gold | Essie Shorty Pants | Essie Lifesaver | OPI Where Did Suzi's Man-go? 

Black

Some days, nothing beats an all black outfit. This was my mood yesderday. I rocked my faux leather pants, with these boots I just got at Zara when I was in Hollywood. What do you think? 

xo | dré

top | Forever 21

faux leather pants | H&M 

boots | Zara

ring | Nordstrom 

cuff | handcrafted by my husband 

polish | OPI 4 In The Morning | Gwen Stefani collection 

My Own Rock Star

Over the past couple years, I've had lots of friends who have gotten a Rock Star manicure. It hasn't worked out that I've been able to go get my own done, so when my mom bestowed me with some Rock Star Glitter for my daughter, I figured I better try it out (to make sure it worked of course)! 

I started with Do You Have This Color In Stockholm? from OPI's new Nordic collection, as my base color, and then carefully sprinkled the Rock Star Glitter as my artistic eye saw fit. I'm feeling pretty fabulous! What do you think?

xo | dré 

polish | OPI Do You Have This Color In Stockholm?

glitter | cinapro Rock Star Glitter

Glitter Off

 

There's one thing every woman knows, who has ever polished her nails with glitter; it's near impossible to get off! It's a love/hate really. One moment I'm feeling all sparkly and fancy, and the next I'm angry and sweating from trying to get the darn stuff off!

Well, let me tell you. OPI has come out with a fantastic polish called Glitter Off. You apply one thin coat to clean nails and let it dry completely. Next, you apply your favorite glitter polish. When you are done wearing the polish, no need to sweat! Just push the edge of it and peel it off.

It seemed to good to be true, so I thought I would try it out. My concern was that with such easy removal, it only made sense that the polish would just come right off before I was ready to take it off. I was relieved to find out that's not the case. I polished my nails with a glitter polish on Friday, and made it all the way until Tuesday, at which point I was ready to change, so I peeled it off. How great is that?! 

So now that the secret is out, what are you waiting for??

xo | dré 

Coca-Cola Red

The Coca-Cola collection is one of OPI's latest sets of polish and we are loving it! Although there are several other the polishes that we fancy, you can never go wrong with a classic red. Not to mention, although it's far from healthy, Coke has got to be one of the most classic drinks of summer! It's tasty too ;)

xo | drédin 

polish | OPI Coca-Cola Red

So Simple

It's so simple to liven up your look. Just put on a dress! 

For an event, I chose to wear this long dress with a lace overlay and belt. See, I wasn't feeling very well this day, and effortless was key! Lace is in this season and the rich color made it evening appropriate. The belt is braided and its color adds a nice pop. 

As I was walking by these beautiful flowers, I decided I would tuck one behind my ear to finish off the look. What do you think?

xo | din

dress | Trixxi

belt | H&M

makeup | Urban Decay shadow palette, MAC foundation, Mary Kay blush, Milani bronzer

ring | Top Shop

nails | Strawberry Margarita by OPI

sandals | Chinese Laundry (old)

blowout | Shannon at Taylor & York

photos | Reflection Photography

Snow Luxe

It dumped snow in my village this weekend! So what did I do? Got fancy and went out to play!

xo | dré 

faux fur | Goodwill

maxi dress | Forever 21

white polish | OPI's Alpine Snow

gold glitter polish | Morgan Taylor's Where's My Crown? ~ also shown here