DIY Matte Nail Polish!!

Hey Lovelies!! I love nail polish, I always get so happy when I get to paint my nails a different color, and it is always so refreshing!! Sometimes I like really glossy and shiny nails where I can see my reflection, but other times I really want matte nails. I have seen so many pictures of matte black nails but I never knew where to get the polish. So I did some research and found out a way to make your own, at home matte nail polish!! So let’s begin…

What you will need:

-          Nail Polish of choose, I am using a black nail polish.

-          Cornstarch or you can use Backing Soda.

-          Lid or mixing palette, you can use the top of a jar also.

-          Base coat (optional)

-          Tooth pick to mix ingredients

Steps:

1.      Take the mixing palette and pour a few drops of nail polish onto the palette.

2.      Put the same amount of cornstarch or baking soda onto the palette. (the more cornstarch or baking powder, the more matte the nail polish will be).

3.      Mix with the toothpick evenly, you do not want clumps.

4.      Apply to nail with the nail polish brush head. WARNING: you need to apply quickly because it will clump a lot and be harder to apply, it will even out when drying though. Also, it will be glossy at first but when they dry they will dry matte.

You should not put a top coat on your nails because that will ruin the purpose of mattifying your nails, but to add a little pizzazz you can add a clear top coat to the tips of your nails to make it seem like a french manicure with a twist.  

I hope you liked this post, sorry for not posting for a while, so much going on! If you try this out, send me a pic on twitter (Click Here)!! Have a great day!!

- AM

https://twitter.com/FashionForwardA

Spring 2013 Beauty Trends!!

Hey Lovelies!! So today I will be talking to you about the Spring/ Summer 2013 Beauty Trends that you should definitely try out! You may like one trend more than the other but have no worries, there are plenty to choose and experiment with!! It was all about the eyes, either bold or minimalistic, the eyes were the center of attention!! So let's begin..

Intense Eyes: Jewel Tones, Metallics, Bold Color, Long Lashes:



Chanel



Improved "No Make-up" Look: Perfecting the skin, "Blushing" color to the cheeks, Curl to the lashes to open up the eyes, Contoured figured:

Balmain

Lower Lash line Spotlight: Smudged liner, no more neutral:

Diane Von Furstenberg

Pop of Color:

Giles

Sixties: Filled in brows, nude lip:

Marc Jacobs

Matte Look: lips, and, face:

Alexander McQueen

Burberry Prorsum

All Things Pink:


Donna Karan

Browns:

Roberto Cavalli

BIG Lashes:

Gucci

Source:Vogue Beauty Trends
Pictures: GoRunway

Thanks!! I hope you try out some of these trends, I know I will!! I really like the matte look and bold eyes and lips!! Don't be afraid to try out new things and come out of your comfort zone, that's what beauty and fashion is for, to try new things and experiment!! Come back for more fun!! Tweet me a pic of you trying out any of these trends, I would love to see! Have a nice day!!

- AM
https://twitter.com/FashionForwardA

NYFW Trends!!

So New York Fashion Week is coming to an end (sadly) so I decided to do a a post about the fashion trends I have been seeing through out the shows. So let's begin!!

'90's  Reference: plaid, beanies, grunge, layers and dresses over pants were big this week for designers.


Left: BCBG Max Azria. Center: Milly. Right: Elizabeth and James

 Camel: sophisticated chic portrayed through these classic camel coats.


Left: Marc Jacobs. Center: Donna Karan. Right: Derek Lam.

Slim and Structured Bag: Less is more.


Left: Proenza Schouler. Center: 3.1 Phillip Lim Right: Rag and Bone.

Winter White Head to Toe:

Left: Tibi Center: J. Crew. Right: Helmut Lang.

  Metallic Shine:

Left: Christian Siriano, Center: Marc Jacobs, Right: Milly

Military:

Left:  Michael Kors, Center: Prabal Gurung, Right: Calvin Klein

 Detail from day to night:

Left: J. Mendel, Center: Jenny Packham, Right: Carolina Herrera

Skirt Suit:

Left: Thakoon. Center: Oscar de la Renta. Right: Jason Wu

 Texture:


Left: Elizabeth and James. Center: Donna Karan. Right: 3.1 Phillip Lim

So I hope you liked some of these trends!! Make sure to come back for more fun!! Tweet me a pic of any of your recreations of any of these trends!!

- AM
https://twitter.com/FashionForwardA

Source: Fab Sugar

Valentine's Day Outfit Ideas!!

Hey Lovelies!! I have a lovely (get it, love, like Valentine’s Day), posts for you today! I have 3 outfits for every occasion!! No need for a date to wear these outfits on the 14th, your friends, or maybe even alone time is exactly what you will need on Valentine's Day!! I love getting dressed up even if I will be watching the movie Valentine's day at home cuddled up with my dog!! You can wear these outfits everywhere and feel gorgeous!! So let’s begin…


Foreign Film Red Dress


This outfit is for a date night, maybe with someone special or your best girlfriends celebrating singleness!! Love It!! I like the color, and the longer sleeves, since we still are in the winter season it will keep you a little warmer. I like that it is body con so it will show off your curves. I like the V neck that isn’t too low but perfect for showing a little decollate skin! I would pair this with gold jewelry and nude heels.

Someday Sweetheart Strapless Blush Pink Midi Dress

Next outfit is a little more casual but perfect for date night like the first outfit. I like the sweetheart neckline, a very girly appeal. The color is perfect for everyone! I would wear gold or silver jewelry on this outfit, you can be daring and wear red heels also, or stick to nude for a very sweet look.

Red Cropped Pants

The last outfit is casual dressy. I would wear this to a movie date, or a less casual affair. It is girly but still gorgeous. I like that the red pants are incorporated to stay with Valentine’s Day colors. The black blazer is an essential and gives a more dressy appeal to the outfit. I would wear flats or go with wedges/ heels to make it more glam; nude or black is perfect. Like every look here, you can wear silver or gold jewelry. Whatever you think works well with your complexion and style!!

All the outfits here today are from LuLu's; a great store for everything girly and glam!!

I hope you liked all the outfits and try them out!! If you do take inspiration from any of these outfits, tweet a picture to me!!

-         AM

https://twitter.com/FashionForwardA

NYFW!!

Hey Lovelies!! I just wanted to inform you that New York Fashion Week is here!! Today was the first day! This week is hitting off the Spring and Summer collections, so that means short shorts and gorgeous bathing suits!!

- AM
https://twitter.com/FashionForwardA

OOTN

Hey Lovelies!! How are you today on this fine Saturday!! I attended a party last night for my friends birthday, so I decided to share what I wore!! So lets begin...

I was going for sophisticated glam and I think I achieved the look. My dark grey tanktop is from Sugarlips. My essential blazer that every girl should have, its a staple, is from Forever 21. My black sparkly skirt was a gift, so I don't know where I got it. I am wearing black tights with my nude heels. I really didn't add any pop of color, I really wanted to go for neutrals. My bracelet and Necklace are also from Forever 21. I wore my hair straight and my nails are Sally Hansen Nail Polish Strips in kitty kitty, it is just cheetah print, I love them!!

Thanks, and sorry for not posting in a long time, I think I will start posting blog posts on Sundays and Wednesdays. So look out for 2 every week! I swear!! Come back for more fun!

P.S. If you attended a party tweet me a pic of your outfit, I would love to see it!

- AM
https://twitter.com/FashionForwardA