Inspiration Monday: Nail Art!

I'll always be the first to admit that I'm a total girlie-girl.  I love pink, I love glitter, shoot, I even have little pink bows tattooed on my body.  So, with that in mind, it's a no-brainer this new trend of DIY nail art that I'm seeing everywhere makes me ridiculously happy.

Shine Like a Star by nailside

Chic Chevrons by nailside

Explosion Manicure Tutorial by nailside

We designers here at Beadaholique tend to keep our manicures pretty low key.  Clear polishes, or a subtle nude really work better when you're taping an instructional video.  I am left, therefore, to live vicariously through others when it comes to these amazing new ideas.  My favorite way to do this is by browsing nailside, a blog that's all about nail art.  Jane from nailside has oodles of incredible photos, reviews, and even free tutorials on her blog.  It's a girlie dream come true, and I highly recommend checking it out.

At first, it might seem like the only outlet for this manicure mania of mine would be absolutely fantastic toe nails.  Not so.  Don't get me wrong, I do have fantastically painted toes most of the time, but this is not the only way that I have been inspired by the goodies that I have found on this site.

Abstract 80s by nailside

Art Deco Chevrons by nailside

The color combinations and shapes that Jane used in these manicures evoke a whole style.  They're just asking to be the jumping off point for other creative ventures.  I would love to design the outfit that goes along with them, and definitely the jewelry that would complete the look.  From shocking 80s color pops to glamourous art deco chevrons, these manicures really paint a picture!  Which one would you like to wear this week?

Malificent Lightning Bolt by nailside