FASHION Magazine
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Nail Corner: A daisy petal moon manicure inspired by a very ‘70s print from Red Valentino
Daisy, daisy… doesn’t this manicure make you want a bicycle built for two? Or at the very least, a pair of Red Valentino shoes? The pretty floral pattern, which is rather neutral except for a burst of bright yellow, served as inspiration for this week’s Nail Corner. The result is a modified moon manicure, with added dimension thanks to the pearlescent background which contrasts—yet also camouflages–the taupe petals. Ready to daisy up your own fingers? Read on!
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Nail Corner: A Chloé-inspired graphic black and white manicure
Considering how long it’s been popular, can black nail polish now be considered classic? Lauren Conrad brought it to the masses on many an episode of The Hills, it’s a common colour for starlets to wear on the red carpet, and almost every polish brand has one—or more!—black shades. While a dark manicure still stands out, a graphic design can give it even more power. This week, inspiration came from Chloé‘s Spring 2012 collection. I mixed stripes of black and white polish to create a slim design and left a sliver bare in the middle—just like the deep V-neck of the Chloé button-down.
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Nail Corner: A tribal manicure inspired by Burberry Prorsum’s zig-zaggy prints
Our spring trend guide continues to be a source of inspiration for Nail Corner, and this week Burberry Prorsum’s tribal prints have been transformed into a manicure. For this design, mushroom-grey and deep-blue stripes are brought to life with alternating rows of neon orange, creating a zigzag pattern that almost pulses off the nail. And just like Burberry’s pattern, this manicure is asymmetrical—which adds even more movement and fun to the design.
Grab some nail art brushes and find out how to do this mani! »
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The list: 16 underwater treasures for spring
This spring, shimmering shells, luminous pearls and treasures from the deep have sprung from the sea.
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Will and Kate head to the movies and Kate’s wearing another peplum!
Photography by Mark Large/WPA Pool/Getty Images) View every look Kate’s worn since her engagement »
Today was the first of three engagements that Will and Kate will be making this week, and oh, are we ever off to a great start! (And because it was the first joint appearance the royal couple has made in more than three months, we’re going to consider this a one-year anniversary gift from them to all of us.)
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Nail Corner: An under-the-sea gradient manicure inspired by Peter Pilotto
The single-nail style of gradient manicure has been making the rounds on nail blogs recently—thanks in part to its simple application method (I swear!) and its endless colour possibilities. It’s also a favourite of L.A.-based nail artist Madeline Poole, whose cheery sunset-ish designs will convince anyone to make this her next manicure. And when it comes to translating spring’s underwater trend into nail art, what could be better than a deep blue to foamy white gradient? Peter Pilotto’s aquatic print—as well as the illustration that accompanied it in our March issue—served as the perfect Nail Corner inspiration. Time to break out a makeup sponge and find out how to do this manicure!
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Style Snaps Trends: 17 shots of backpacks, rucksacks and other fashionable carryalls to keep your shoulders stylish
Photography by Lewis Mirrett Dare we compare the current resurgence of backpacks to the ’90s frenzy over their miniature counterparts? Whatever the era, the convenience and casual cuteness of a backpack makes it an ideal accessory when you have to carry more than your regular purse can handle. Play it down with colourful canvas or dial it up with monogrammed leather—we spotted backpacks of all styles on the streets of Toronto, from Kensington Market to Yorkville and beyond.