Glitz and Glam Nail Polish From Essie

In the winter months, there's nothing better for a little pick-me-up than color. Nail color, that is. The ultimate necessity to completing the perfect outfit is fun nails. Color, glitter, designs...the options are endless. 

Right now, we are loving all of Essie's fabulous nail colors, like “Cocktail Bling,” “Turquoise & Caicos,” “Lady Like,” and “Play Date.” The names alone make getting ready more fun.

Nail polish is almost like shoes. You can never have enough, and it can really just make an outfit. For winter, we love Essie’s dark gray “Chinchilly,” but why not try glizting it up with a bit of glitter?

The secret to the most spectacular nails is always sparkle. The all-glitter nail polish is great, but when it comes to taking it off, it can be quite challenging. Switch it up by applying a touch of real glitter from your makeup bag or craft drawer to your newly painted nails and let it dry. The results will be amazing.

Nail note: Don’t apply the glitter to each nail; instead, try applying to one on each hand to make a subdued yet sparkly statement. 


Text Sera Michael
Image and Source Essie

YSL Tuxedo Mani

Be fierce with a couture-inspired manicure, courtesy of Yves Saint Laurent. Introducing the "Tuxedo Manicure" — matte black nail beds with black, glossy tips. Perfect for a night out and chic for everyday wear, this is the ultimate nail statement, and the much needed replacement for the overdone "shatter" trend. This monochromatic look is inspired by the luxurious combination of black silk on black wool (a.k.a. the YSL tuxedo), and we have to say that we're DYING to give our nails this treatment.

Visit Neiman Marcus in-store or online to purchase the noir duo, priced at $30 each, and amp up the luxury factor by decking out your hands with gold accessories.


Text Lauryn Stone
Sources YSL Beauty, Neiman Marcus

Gobble Gobble Nail Art

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and it's time to start preparing! Honey-baked ham, candied yams, and terrific nails? A fabulous person must have it all — watching the Macy’s Day Parade with family, setting out a deliciously prepared dinner, and carving the turkey — while looking like a fashionista. It's only appropriate to have perfectly manicured nails that match the occasion. Set aside some time this season to re-create this turkey-inspired manicure. 

Check out our step-by-step guide below to create this fun holiday look on your own...

Calling All Pretty Boys: Nail Polish For Men

Androgyny has always been a staple in the fashion and beauty world, and pretty boys are nothing novel. But is the latest crossover trend of "male polish" (aka nail polish for men) going overboard? The brand EVOLUTIONMAN just launched a line of nail polish specifically tailored for men. Boys will be able to up their nail bed–ante with colors ranging from pearl matte to gunmetal gray at $14 a bottle. The line is set for release in November and can purchased online at EVOLUTIONMAN's site.

We here at CHAOS definitely appreciate a well-groomed man, but are lacquered nails best kept for the ladies? How do all of you weigh in on the topic, and is this something that will sell?

Text Lauryn Stone
Image and Source EVOLUTIONMAN

Mother of Pearl, What a Look!

It's no secret that immediately after Chanel previews their runway show, the whole industry — the whole world, really — clamors to keep up with the new trends. One of the key trends from the show this morning was a tried-and-true favorite: a new Chanel nail polish color!

With an outstanding "under the sea" theme, it's no surprise that pearls were abundant, from hair accessories to nails. The mother of pearl color featured on the models' nails are very on trend with what has been shown, but different enough to make them an absolute must-have.

Edgy enough for night, classy enough for day — how will you pull off this pearl of a look?

Text Corinna Fabre

Source Chanel

Sally Hansen is Ready for Halloween...Are You?

It's finally that time of year when we can all let out our inner dorks or hoochie mamas, and there is no reason for the fun to stop at costumes. If you're absolutely Halloween-crazy, then you're gonna love this fun little beauty find that we can't wait to get our fingers on. Introducing, Sally Hansen's Salon Nail Effects — Halloween Edition. While we are already in love with the more everyday Nail Effects patterns, the Halloween collection is simply to die for! Featuring designs from orange and black ghouls to spider webs, the nail decals are pretty rad. The best parts: all the hard work of nail painting is already done for you and, at just $9 a box, you really can't say no to this treat. Check them out in-store or online at Ulta, or head to your local CVS.

Text Lauryn Stone

Sources: Sally Hansen, Ulta