nailed it.

so, as a designer sporting a fancy manicure is not an easy feat. i'm always tearing things off walls, painting, drilling, you get the idea. unfortunately, despite my affinity for pretty nails maintaing them is not always doable. as wedding season is in full-effect i've found myself opting towards the gel manicures. now don't get me wrong, these treatments work like a dream-they.do.not.chip.off. but to my dismay, they really don't come off. like, seriously. they're bonded on like something else. needless to say, i constantly rip them off one by one and am left with painful little nubs for finger nails. i cry, i pout, and two weeks later i go get them again.

 

an alternative which literally fell into my basket at cvs were sally hansen salon effects press on manicures. i've never tried them before and am not coordinated AT ALL, but they were super easy and came out pretty good. not sure how long they'll endure my lifestyle, but i like how fancy they look even if it only lasts a night or two. 

one tip: i suggest getting a busy pattern. i feel like that is more forgiving than one tone. below, find some nailspiration. i mean, seriously? how long must it take these girls? the patience alone is impressive. 

amaze. i want that sweater and those nails!

all of these gorge styles are courtesy of pam & kin phancy phalanges. see more here. i wish i had the time to sit for one of these nail masterpieces. loves.