Monday, June 25, 2012

Stud it

Remember in middle school or high school when the goths would rip up their jeans or black pants and add patches, studs, or safety pins? HOW COULD THEY DESTROY A PERFECTLY GOOD PAIR OF PANTS LIKE THAT? Oh, how the tables have turned! Studding is the new trend, and if you do it intricately and precise, you can take a $30 pair of jeans and make them look like you paid $300!

I took a pair of white denim J Brand skinny jeans and added silver pyramid and square nailheads. Take a washable fabric marker and mark the exact points where you'd like to place the studs. (I did not do this, but you can for precision) Quality nailheads make all the difference, you want to make sure the backs are sharp enough to pull through the fabric.
Nailheads at EJoyce

Once the nail heads are punctured through the fabric, it is mandatory to use a good tool to fold down the sharp prongs. I used Chain Nose Pliers, but any of these pliers/crimping tools should work. (Tweezers also work just fine) EJoyce 
You want to make sure the ends are pressed down and secured to avoid fall out.

I alternated between flatback and pyramid nailhead studs.  Also, I left space in between each one, because I wanted to add silver hotfix swarovski crystals. EJoyce Since the hotfix crystal are heat based, you will need a tool to apply them. EJoyce It is super-duper easy!

There is no 'one way' in studding. Use your creativity to whip up some original designs of your own!



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Tuesday, June 19, 2012

The Nail Files

I have always been a french manicure/pedicure kind of gal, but this summer has encouraged me to experiment with color. I am entirely way too obsessed with this neon trend. Neon is bright and vibrant and always makes me way too happy. I also love, love, LOVE light matte colors, such as the nude, the light blue, and the linen nail polishes. But, if you are feeling daring enough to take it up a notch, try a bronze nail polish. It is oh-so-sexy! AND, all colors look great with a sun-kissed tan.

1. Urban Outfitters Nail Polish - The Basic Collection in Bandeau: $5 (2 for $8) Urban Outfitters

2. Thakoon for NARS Nail Polish in Koliary: $18 Sephora

3. Urban Outfitters Nail Polish - The Basic Collection in Flip Flop: $5 (2 for $8) Urban Outfitters

4. Thakoon for NARS Nail Polish in Kutki: $18 Sephora

5. American Apparel Neon Nail Polish in Neon Green: $6 American Apparel

6. American Apparel Neon Nail Polish in Neon Yellow: $6 American Apparel

7. MAC Nail Lacquer in Morange: $16 Mac Cosmetics

8. American Apparel Neon Nail Polish in Neon Pink: $6 American Apparel

9. American Apparel Neon Nail Polish in Neon Red: $6 American Apparel

10. Butter Free Nail Lacquer in Opaque Cantaloupe: $14 Sephora

11.Butter Free Nail Lacquer in The Old Bill: $14 Sephora

12. Nails Inc. Nail Polish in Cadogan Square - Caramel Cappuccino: $9.50 Sephora

13. Essie Nail Color in Like Linen: $8 Essie




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Monday, June 18, 2012

Welcome to the Lip Store

He's back! My favorite Aesthetician in the whole wide world. Coming to a Chicago near you June 22-24. And, don't forget, he's is entirely too affordable!

Contact Mick for an appointment or questions: p. 312-933-2555 e. aestheticx.md@gmail.com

Tell him Kim sent you! 






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Thursday, June 14, 2012

Father's Day Frenzy

Father's Day is this Sunday, June 17th, which leaves you not much time to buy your dad something special!  Here are some last minute ideas to show your father just how much he means to you.

Cubs & White Sox tickets: Spend the day at the ball park with your dad! You can pick the team of your choice or see the Cubs/Sox game June 18-20. Tickets

Liquor: Buy him a nice bottle of his favorite choice of brew!

Home Depot Gift Certificate: Does your dad like to fix things around the house, or does he just enjoy staring at his tool collection? Buy him a Home Depot gift certificate to fulfill this hobby.  Home Depot

Golf Gear: Tis the season for a great game of golf. Surprise him with new gear for those eighteen holes! Golf Gear


Gift Basket: Show him how much you love him with a gourmet gift basket of his favorite things! Gourmet Gift Baskets

Other than these ideas, you can also take your dad out to a nice dinner or buy him a gift certificate to his favorite store! The best gift is spending time with him and showing him how much you love him.

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