Wednesday, October 19, 2011

The Lipstick Index

When people treat themselves to little splurges like buying makeup or getting a manicure, during a bad economy, it's referred to as The Lipstick Index.  Sometimes I wonder if this term was coined because of my friends.  Day after day we complain how broke we are, how we need to save, and how we need to make a LOT more money.  Yet, week after week, we shop for clothes (now at H&M instead of Intermix), purchase new make up (now Rimmel London over Laura Mercier), and meet for drinks and "appetizers" instead of a four course meal.  But, like any female, one thing we cannot adjust is the importance of maintaining our nails.  So, instead of spending $40 on a mani/pedi (yes, it's $40 because who actually says no to the extra 10 minute 'massag-ie'), why don't you make some small tiny investments and learn how to primp and preen your own nails!  Here are some of my favorite colors for the fall!


(OPI, I Break For Manicures)

(Chanel, Particuliere) 

(Chanel, Black Pearl)

(Essie, Bobbing For Baubles)

(Essie, Merino Cool)





(Essie, Carry On)

(Essie, Lapis of Luxury)

*Very important side note, always use a clear top coat when dry.  My favorite is Essie, Good To Go.
**Very Very important side note, WHO comes up with nail polish names and HOW do I get that job??



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