#NAILHACK: Get nailed and shimmer ~*(like a mermaid)*~

Here is an alternative method to achieving shiny/sparkly nails without glitter nail polish. I am afraid that I had to keep my nails short for this as I am a showjumper and ride horses on a daily basis - so it is unlikely that you find me with long nails! Still, the method works a treat and is great if you are short on time. For the example below, I used shimmer powder. This is how I was able to create such a unique look, if you would like to do your nails with normal glitter I recommend buying the nail polish (duh), otherwise stick with me...

1.

You will need - Glitter/Shimmer Powder, Coloured Nail Polish, Clear Nail Polish and a brush (eyeshadow brushes work well).

2.

Apply the nail polish in the colour of your choice.

3.

Whilst wet fill your brush with powder and lightly dab onto the nail.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all nails, wait until dry and cover with clear nail polish.

4.

VOILA! Super sparkly nails, far more shiny than most nail polishes!

Do you fancy trying this nail hack?

Inspired by Rodarte Spring 2015

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Jane Bowler Workshop @ V&A

On Saturday I went to a V&A 'Create!' workshop for Fashion Design with designer Jane Bowler, based on the Glamour of Italian Fashion Exhibition which just opened on April 5th.

At the start of the workshop Jane inspired us by showing us her recent work including designs for London Fashion Week, magazines e.g. GQ and performers such as Rita Ora and Lianne la Havas. After we had seen her designs we had a look around the exhibition to choose ideas which we could base collections on. I was really inspired by the use of layers of material and also by Emilio Pucci's beachwear.

Using this inspiration, I completed a mood board and then fashion sketches as shown below:

I decided to use pastel colours with embellishments, similar to Dolce and Gabbana but I also liked the idea of dramatic accessories - I was inspired by designs from Vivienne Westwood and headwear I had seen at the Isabella Blow exhibition during LFWend.

I had a fantastic time and I plan to attend more workshops like this as the experience I gained was invaluable. To find out more on Jane Bowler please visit: http://janebowler.co.uk/

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