Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear - Lacey Lilac

I got a little bored, a little excited about my vast collection of polishes, a little inspired, and felt like changing up the manicure I had (Essie's Mod Squad). I contemplated trying out the OPI Silver Shatter I had recently purchased, but ultimately I decided to employ a little clear tape and try my hand at multi-colored nails. It was pretty easy for it having been my first time trying it out, so give it a try! All you have to do is lay down tape across your nail (make sure there are no bubbles), paint, and peel. You like?

 

 

What I Wore: 6.11.11

Last night I was made aware (cough.. Dave) that I look like a camp counselor in this outfit.
If only I had a whistle....

So in that case... EVERYONE BACK TO YOUR BUNKS!

Top: Urban Outfitters

Shorts: Urban Outfitters

Sandals: Sam Edelman

Essie - Mod Squad AKA Mob Square?

Now that I'm all into all sorts of colors for polish, it feels so strange and boring to rock red or pink on my nails. Luckily, Essie's Mod Squad (also known as Mob Square for some reason?) is not a boring pink at all. It's bright and really cute. Two quick coats and very little clean up. I love it! I got bored while watching TV, so I added a few dots on two fingers with a Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen. When I showed it off to Ryan and asked, "Like?" He responded, "Yeah, it looks good, except for the dot things." Can't please them all...

 

Shop Spotlight: LAYERxlayer

While looking at Miss Moss, a blog I follow on Tumblr, I saw a really gorgeous cinch bag she posted and had to investigate to see what else is made by the same folks at LAYERxlayer. 

According to their website:

LAYERxlayer is the collaborative studio founded by Patrick & Leah. To us, “Made in the USA” means contributing to the domestic economy and providing & partaking in meaningful work. We are strong believers in the idea of nurturing ones own craft. Both Leah & Patrick design and (currently) make every single product - so I guess you should say that we’re “Crafted in the USA” rather than “Manufactured in the USA.”

LAYERxlayer's goods can be found at the Brooklyn Flea, Revolver San Francisco, or purchased online here.

Lux + Trip Scarf

VeronicaLovesArchie, one of my favorite Tumblr blogs, recently opened her own online shop, Lux+Trip, which features some fun tie-dye scarves and handmade accessories. This made me very happy because besides Veronica being a bit of a style crush for me, I l.o.v.e. a good tie-dye. In fact, my friends and I used to have a tie-dye tank top business, To Dye For (lol), back in high school and it was insanely popular within the school -- teachers and students from all grades bought em! From Lux+Trip, I bought a grey and blue scarf and grey dyed pillow cases and they came in adorable packaging. I like them a lot and feel inspired to get back to my old ways and tie-dye some stuff!

WANT: Elephantine Libra Ring

While I love chunky statement jewelry, there is something about subtlety of a tiny, thin ring. Subtle jewelry can make an outfit just as easily as a chunky statement necklace or ring. I think these rings (which come in both silver and gold) from Elephantine are really beautiful in the most simple way.