Trend Alert: Navy Nails


Updated 04/04/08 3:57 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 47 comments

Trend Alert: Navy Nails

Hey there sailor! Navy isn't on reserve for nautical use alone any longer. These deep navy nail polishes are this season's next big "it" nail. Say hello to inks and indigos, which are richer alternatives to ultra dark black and traditional red lacquers. Here are three rich blue hues for the gal who's not afraid to make a statement. Let your dark side shine through with this Deborah Lippman Read more

Celeb Style: Rachel Zoe Perfects the Art of Layering


Updated 03/02/12 9:37 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Celeb Style: Rachel Zoe Perfects the Art of Layering

While Winter layering doesn't leave much room for breezier fabrics, the art of transitional layering is all about crafting a cool balance between easy seasonal pieces and warmer add-ons. Rachel Zoe nails the look while out in LA, adding structure to a looser tunic top with a polished navy blazer. The stylist-cum-designer completes the look with a staple pair of flares and adds a classically luxe Read more

Celeb Style: Rachel Zoe Perfects the Art of Layering


Updated 03/02/12 9:37 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Rachel Zoe Carrying The Row Bag

While Winter layering doesn't leave much room for breezier fabrics, the art of transitional layering is all about crafting a cool balance between easy seasonal pieces and warmer add-ons. Rachel Zoe nails the look while out in LA, adding structure to a looser tunic top with a polished navy blazer. The stylist-cum-designer completes the look with a staple pair of flares and adds a classically luxe Read more

Yes, You Can Match Your Eye Shadow to Your Nails


Updated 02/16/12 4:40 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Milly Fall 2012 Beauty Look: Hair, Makeup, Nails

We saw both gold and burgundy eyes and nails at Badgley Mischka this Fashion Week, and now another designer has successfully pulled off a nails-and-eyes matchup. At Milly's Fall 2012 show, models walked the runway with smoldering blue-toned eye makeup paired with deep navy polish. It was a colorfully cosmopolitan creation that's just begging to be tried. Photo courtesy CND Read more

What We're Sweet On: Fun, Flaky Topcoats


Updated 01/17/12 9:14 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

New Flaky Nail Polish From Zoya

If you missed out on the "flaky" nail polish trend the first time around, this is your chance to try it out. Zoya's new Fleck Effect topcoats ($8 each) are full of Mylar "flecks" that create a pretty holographic effect on nails. They're all transparent and pretty versatile, but if we had to choose one we'd take the pink shade, Chloe. The orange, gold, and red tones in the flecks will go well with Read more

Manicure Monday: Essie's Illustrious Effects


Updated 11/21/11 7:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Essie Nail Polish Holiday Collection 2011

Essie's new Luxeffects holiday collection is really exceptional — there's not a single special effect coat that's disappointing or not worth your time. In fact, most of them are so pretty that it's cool to wear them without any other polish. Shine of the Times, which looks like the "fire" inside an opal, looks amazing all by itself, and it's even better with a little bit of silver glitter Set Read more

Link Time: 7-Year-Old Gets Plastic Surgery to Combat Bullies


Updated 04/16/11 3:15 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

7-Year-Old Gets Plastic Surgery, Plus More Beauty News

7-year-old girl gets plastic surgery to combat bullies — Beauty High Mary-Louise Parker regrets having the Brazilian treatment — StyleList Kerry Washington loves her blunt bangs — People StyleWatch Three ways to make your manicure last longer — College Fashion Five ways to wear navy blue nail polish — Temptalia Aerin Lauder's still getting a $700,000 "annual retainer" from Estée Read more