May 2013
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Summer 2013 Lacquer Collections
Warm weather is here and you know what that means: summer beauty collections! Our favorite luxury brands have created lacquer shades that remind us of a tropical getaway. It’s a slighter darker, shimmery summer but no less fun.
Butter London Summer Holiday 2013 Collection
Butter London’s Summer Holiday 2013 collection is designed to look amazing against sun-kissed skin. Inspired by the...
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Lacquerous Review: Wet Paint
The latest brand I’ve been able to test is Wet Paint. This line was created by celebrity nail stylist Julia Palmer, who wanted to produce a line of lacquers with vivid colors that mimic precious gemstones. Wet Paint offers a nail glaze system that boasts one coat coverage and 60-second drying time. Their enamel technology provides a unique glaze on the nail. Their lacquers are labeled either...
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Trend to Try: Louboutin Nails
Looking to infuse some stylish flair into your manicures? Look no further than Louboutin nails! Inspired by the iconic Christian Louboutin heels, this trend features lacquer on both sides of your nails and inspired an entirely new trend.
To achieve this chic manicure, paint your nails black and the undersides ruby red like the classic Louboutin red soles. Chanel Black Satin and Chanel Dragon are...
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May Lacqueen: Rihanna
Our celebrity Lacqueen for the month of May is Rihanna! Forget about whether she’s with Chris Brown for a second, her consistency with cutting-edge style and matching nails deserves an applaud. Her nail game is frankly insane. Rihanna is launching a collection with MAC Cosmetics this summer and we can’t wait to see the lacquer shades she has created. We love Riri for her fearless attitude,...
April 2013
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Trend to Try: Textured Nails
We’re always on the lookout for the hottest trends in nail art and lately it seems that the nail industry is all about experimentation. From extra long talon nails to wild, colorful nail art, nail enthusiasts aren’t afraid to go crazy with their manicures. The latest wild nail art trend we love is textured lacquer! Here are some of the different ways to get some texture on your nails.
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Lacquerous Review: LVX
Here at Lacquerous, we are always on the lookout for new lacquers to add to our growing inventory. We figured it would be a great idea to test out some brands and let our dear readers know how they perform. As Lacquerous’ social media intern, I’ve been tasked to test out these lacquers and I couldn’t be more excited! The first brand I have tested is LVX Nail Lacquer. LVX (pronounced lux) is a...
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“Nail”-ing the Newsstands: May 2013
The weather is heating up and we are so ready for summer style. We can’t wait to say goodbye to our dark fall lacquers and say hello to fun, bright shades. The May issues of our favorite magazines are just hitting the shelves and we’ve found the best editorials featuring fabulous manicures. Some are still sticking to fall lacquer trends, but most of them are as ready for summery shades as we...
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Instagram Roundup: Fresh Spring Nail Art
Spring is officially here and we are on the lookout for this season’s hottest nail art! As you know, one of our favorite places to get manicure inspiration is Instagram. We love seeing how people experiment with their nails using the top luxury lacquer brands. Here are some of the biggest trends in nail art right now straight from Instagram! (Remember, if you’re a Lacquerous member aka...
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April Lacqueen: Jessica Biel
Our Lacqueen for the month of April is… Jessica Biel! From the red carpet to the covers of magazines, Mrs Timberlake holds her own and inspires us with our nail game. Her style is modest yet elegant and her lacquer choices are anything but safe. With her Old Hollywood glamour, and occasional subtle nail art, Jessica is hard to ignore and easy to love. Check out our fave pics and look for...
March 2013
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“Nail”-ing the Stars: Kimmie Kyees
Right now, nail art is at the height of its popularity. Because of that, celebrity manicurists are becoming almost as well known as their star-studded clientele. One of our favorite celeb manicurists is Kimmie Kyees. Her work has been seen on countless red carpets and in high fashion editorials. Kyees’ clients include Rihanna. Adele, Katy Perry, Jessica Alba, the Kardashian sisters and many...
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“Nail”-ing the Newsstands
We are constantly searching for new inspirations when it comes to lacquer. One of the best ways to find new shades and styles is by looking through the top high fashion magazines. We’ve looked through the March 2013 issues on newsstands to find some of the hottest trends in fashion and lacquer!
Elle
Elle’s cover girl Taylor Swift rocks geometric Louis Vuitton. For her editorial, she...
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Fall 2013 Runway Lacquer Trends: London, Paris and...
Sadly fashion month is over, but there is so much inspiration to be gathered from the runways! Trends for Fall 2013 range from classic fabrics to exaggerated silhouettes to lots of bling. Once again, the nails were on point this season and complemented the fall fashions beautifully. We’ve already covered New York Fashion Week so here are our favorite manicures from London, Milan and Paris!
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March Lacqueen: Adele
Every month we name one celebrity as our celebrity “Lacqueen” of the month. Our March Lacqueen is the amazing Adele! In the last few years, she has shot to fame for her musical talents and powerful voice. She has shattered countless records and won numerous awards, including most recently an Oscar! We love Adele for her humble attitude, talent and great style (not to mention her...
February 2013
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Stars Stay Chic at the 2013 Academy Awards
The biggest trend at the 2013 Oscars was matching gowns and nails! The lovely ladies played down the art, and upped the chic this year with a few experimenting with sparkle and metallic lacquers. Here’s a look at our favorite starlets from last night and their chic manicures!
Jennifer Hudson looked stunning in a glittery navy Roberto Cavalli gown and smoky grey nails.
Stacy Keibler’s frosty...
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New York Fashion Week: Fall 2013 Nails
Every fashion week, more and more attention is paid to nail art. Designers are hiring talented manicurists who can create exquisite art that works perfectly with their designs. For the New York Fashion Week Fall 2013 season, the caliber of nail art was at an all time high. Here are a few of the trends we spotted on the runways!
Matte lacquer is one of the biggest trends in nail art today and...
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Nail Style at the 2013 Grammys
The Grammys red carpet is the most fun because music’s biggest stars tend to let loose and wear outfits more on the wild side. Last night’s Grammys was an exception! Music divas chose more toned down elegant looks with long designer gowns, cut-out dresses and the use of color-blocking. Black, gold and red were the favorite shades of the night. Nail art was visible but kept to one finger - used to...
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February Lacqueen: Beyoncé
Our Lacqueen for February is the multi-talented superstar Beyoncé! Whether she’s tearing up the stage at the Super Bowl or posing on Instagram, Beyoncé always maintains her composure as well as impeccable style. She frequently rocks the latest trends and her nail game is always on point.
At Sunday’s killer Super Bowl Halftime Show, she wore gold and black chevron Minx nails, courtesy of manicurist...
January 2013
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Luxury Lacquer Stands Out in Spring Haute Couture...
It’s official: lacquer has become fashion’s hottest accessory! During the elite Spring 2013 Haute Couture week, manicures took center stage along side the amazing fashion. Some designers chose simple lacquer to enhance their designs, while others went in a bolder direction.
The luxurious Armani Privé collection, filled with bright colors and geometric patterns, was accented by dark plum...
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Yum! Spring 2013 Lacquer Collection Round-Up
It’s always hard to shop for Spring when we’re still in Winter but.. nothing warms our soul like Spring/Summer style. Some of our favorite luxury brands have recently released their spring lacquer collections early and they are yummy! Look forward to rocking plenty of pastels, dainty pinks and light neutrals. Are you ready for a candy-coated spring?
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Modest Manicures Stand Out at Golden Globes
The 70th Annual Golden Globe Awards were held last night and the fashion did not disappoint! While red was the most popular color, nail art was kept minimally chic. It was all about one-color luxury lacquers to compliment the gowns. Here’s our round up:
Adele matched her nails to burnt orange detailing on her sleek Burberry gown.
Kerry Washington’s blush Miu Miu ensemble was flawlessly...
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January Lacqueen: Lana Del Rey
Meet our Lacqueen for the month of January: Lana Del Rey! She rose to fame last year after her music video “Video Games” went viral, and has been rising to stardom ever since. Lana is known for her dramatic, emotional music and pin-up vintage style, which has scored her numerous magazine covers and global campaigns such as H&M. Characterized as a “gangster Nancy Sinatra” she is influenced by...
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2013 Luxury Lacquer: The Runway Trend Report
Welcome to 2013! 2012 was a great year for us even though we only launched towards the end of it! So as you can imagine, we’re quite excited to see what 2013 has in-store. We’re planning a big year and hoping that you will join us to make it a fabulous one!
So what can we expect for nail style in 2013? No need to wait any longer! Here are several trends straight from the runways that...
December 2012
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Instagram Roundup: Celebrity Nails
Instagram has become one of the most popular mobile apps and a great way for us to catch up with celebrities. Our favorite stars love posting little glimpses into their lives, including their personal style. We love looking at Instagram for nail inspiration so here are some of our favorite celebrity manicures from Instagram!
Beyonce is rocking a dustry grey lacquer that reminds us of Deborah...
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Top Luxury Lacquer Ad Campaigns In 2012
The year is coming to an end in just a few weeks and while we are looking forward to the hottest beauty trends in 2013, we are still lusting after some fabulous lacquer collections from 2012. There were so many great beauty campaigns this year! It was hard but here are some of our favorites!
Chanel Les Essentiels de Chanel
Dior Golden Jungle
Dior Grand Bal Holiday Collection
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December Lacqueen: Rita Ora
Each month the Lacquerous blog will feature one of our favorite stars known for rocking the fiercest nails. Our December Lacqueen is the amazing Rita Ora. This British pop sensation is mostly known in the U.S for her underground hit How We Do (Party) and for her online buzz. As a member of Jay-Z’s Roc Nation family (and now being mentored by the King and Queen Beyonce herself), Rita Ora is...
November 2012
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Instagram Roundup: Dynamic Duos
The latest nail trend we are obsessed with is duo shades. By using two lacquer colors together, you can create a classically chic look or something a bit wilder. Tip: Make sure your first shade is dry and use a fine brush to create an effect. Who can forget Chanel’s Duo Shade runway art earlier this year?
One of our favorite places to get manicure inspiration is Instagram. So many lovely...
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Is it OK to share Nail Polish?
The launch of Lacquerous sparked quite a debate on the sanitary issue of sharing nail polish. Beauty products are personal items and, of course, nail polish has the same affiliation. However unlike most beauty products, for years we’ve been freely sharing nail polish with our friends, at salons (even some questionable ones, if we care to admit it) and in department stores (Sephora nail bar...
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Shades Of Fall: From Head To Nails
Thanksgiving is on Thursday and we want to celebrate this beautiful fall season with luxury lacquer! Taking inspiration from some of the best Fall 2012 collections, here are some of our favorite fall looks and the luxury lacquers that complement them exquisitely.
Alexander McQueen’s fall collection was inspired by creative director Sarah Burton’s wish to represent the future as being bright. This...
