I did a little nail art inspired by the fletching on arrows. The little things at the back end of the arrow that stabilizes and improves the aerodynamics of the arrow in flight. I've been really into tribal sorts of things recently, and arrows are sort of an extension of that fascination for me right now. I added an ikat nail and also a Swarovski element to one of the "arrow shaft" nails for some interest.
Products used:
- Essie Go Overboard, Greenport
- OPI Skull & Glossbones
- Orly Luxe
- Seche Retain as base coat
- Seche Vite topcoat
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Believe it or not this manicure started out simply enough. First I just wanted to wear OPI Did You Ear About Van Gogh? because I haven't worn it yet. Then A Roll in the Hague in all it's bright orange glory was staring at me, so I put a little line down the middle and said I'd call it a day. I gave it a couple hours, did a little stuff around the house, read a little of my current book (A Storm of Swords, if you're interested) and then I just couldn't help myself. I got out a couple more polishes and kept on for a few minutes without a real plan. I didn't have anything in particular in mind, but it ended up looking sort of tribal. Maybe like feathers. So that's what I'm saying those little marks are. Sounds better than Random Brush Strokes.
Products used:
- OPI Did You Ear About Van Gogh?
- OPI A Roll in the Hague
- China Glaze Aquadelic
- Wet n Wild Black Creme
- CND Anchor Blue
- Nubar Lemon
- China Glaze White on White
- Seche Vite topcoat
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