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A photo posted by Mark Andrew (@markandrew19) on Apr 26, 2015 at 3:57pm PDT For the past two years (what feels like an eternity in internet time), rumours of Bruce Jenner’s transition have been circling in cyberspace. Making no secret of their quest for clues that Jenner was transitioning, the tabloid media has been engaging […]

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Is there any feeling more satisfying in 2015 than discovering your new favourite app? (Literally, no. There isn’t.) Just in time for the weekend, we’ve stumbled upon the SuperDuper nail polish app, designed to find dupes of your favourite shades so you can stop scouring drugstore aisles looking for Chanel Mirabella dupes and instead just […]

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As we eagerly await the release of Fifty Shades of Grey, we’re getting a friendly helping hand courtesy of OPI‘s Fifty Shades of Grey collaboration. While we were anticipating a collection literally containing fifty shades of grey, the collection is set to include five shades of grey and one hot red hue inspired by the steamy film. With […]

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You know those crazy people who have a million nude nail polishes that they swear are different from one another, and can go on and on about which nude works best according to weather, day of the week, occasion, moon placement, etc? I am one of those people. Since nude is the shade I wear […]

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Want to own two super-exclusive Sally Hansen shades that won’t be available in stores? Of course you do. Sally Hansen’s Official Colour Ambassador, Madeline Poole has hand-mixed two gorgeous shades (a green and a purple) that three of our Twitter followers will win. Only a handful of the colours are available in Canada so you’ll […]

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Holographic studs. Caviar beads. Decals, stickers, glitter and gemstones. The list of objects we’ll eagerly affix to the ends of our fingers has reached a point where manicure essentials could be easily mistaken for scrapbooking supplies. We’ve hit peak nail; in recent years, sales of nail products have reached record highs, backstage manicurists have been […]

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From Rihanna to The Simpsons, M.A.C is constantly making us drool, swoon and run to the nearest counter with every new launch. The brand just announced its Rocky Horror Picture Show collection, which will be in stores October 2nd (just in time for Halloween!) and we’re counting down the days. The 21-piece collection will be dedicated […]

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Every week our Beauty Fix columnist takes on your questions about makeup, skincare, hair and more. Have a beauty question we haven’t answered? Email us atbeautyfix@fashionmagazine.com or ask away in the comments below.

What’s the simplest alternative to professional gel manicures? They’re too time-consuming to commit to!
If you’re not able to commit your time (or money!) to gel manicures done by a pro, rest assured that you have a long-lasting alternative that you can pick up at the drugstore. Sally Hansen Miracle Gel (shown in “Mad Women”, $11, at drugstores) is the latest and greatest from the nail authority, and this formula is heavy-duty without the fuss of a UV or LED light-curing process, boasting up to 14 days of chip-free wear. Simply apply two coats of gel colour (no base coat required) and finish with the Miracle Gel Top Coat. Both the gel colour and top coat formulas contain similar ingredients, but the top coat contains a photoinitiator that cures with natural UV light, so the gel colour becomes more durable as time passes. Bonus: 47 shades in a slew of different finishes means this system is one you’ll definitely be able to embrace wholeheartedly!

I am not someone who’s ever been drawn to the terms ‘pink’ or ‘pearl.’ I’m pretty sure I just rolled my eyes while typing those words out of sheer habit. However, M.A.C Nail Transformations in Pink Pearl will make even the most infuriating angst-ridden youths (me) consider switching over to the light side. The topcoat […]

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Nail art’s not quite dead, but the baroque period is definitely over, as these five fresh-from-the-runways trends show. We’re in a minimalist phase, embracing subtle detailing, a more subdued palette and considerably less sparkle.

Jump to: CANDY-COATED | WHITEOUT | FRENCH REDUX | MOON PHASE | SPARKLE & SHINE

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When we think of Gwen Stefani’s signature style a few things come to mind: platinum hair, a midriff-baring top and, of course, red lips! Now, thanks to OPI, the musician’s covetable style is being bottled up for an exclusive nail polish collaboration. The seven-piece Gwen Stefani by OPI collection will hit shelves in January 2014 and features a number of finishes that are new to OPI, as well as a super-exclusive nail art set.

“Over & Over A-Gwen”—a luscious red that no doubt took inspiration from Stefani’s go-to lipstick shade—will be paired with Swarovski black crystals and metallic studs  in a boxed set that’s sure to be on every nail art fan’s must-have list. (Even better, it will sell for less than $20!) As for the new polish finishes, “Push and Shove” may just rival the nail art in terms of flashiness. It’s a chrome polish with a mirror-like finish, but unlike other chrome polishes, “Push and Shove” requires a special base coat (named “Lay Down That Base”) to ensure maximum reflection. We cannot wait to see swatches of this high-shine colour in action.

It’s hard to resist the urge to cover everything in tinsel this time of year. From glittering outfits to shimmering makeup to every Christmas décor item out there, ’tis the season to shine. But what about your nails? When it comes to manicures, there’s no better way to stand out than with some holiday nail art.

Pulling off an impressive DIY manicure is easy as pumpkin pie thanks to an abundance of festive nail polishes and beauty bloggers who love to document their inventive creations. We’ve scoured the web for some of the best holiday nail art looks for 2013 and come up with quite the list.

May we suggest a chic snowman? Or dressing your nails up like a cozy Christmas sweater? How about a tiny, decorated tree that rivals the best IRL decorations? Whatever you love most about the season, you can paint it on your nails. And whether you’re a nail art newbie or serious pro, these holiday nail art tutorials break each design down with easy-to-follow directions. So what are you waiting for? Scroll down to see the best holiday nail art for 2013 and start painting!