DIY Manicure

Hey guys! Long time no talk. I know it's Wednesday, but I hope you had a great weekend! We had so much fun with the fam. Although my little Brody boy is getting on my nerves... anyone know how to cure puppies from jumping all over you??? If so, please tell! He's driving me crazy...

Today, I thought I'd share with you my DIY manicure routine since I've probably only gone about a week without any nail polish on my fingers since I kicked my nail biting habit back in May (see more about it here). Good news is I haven't gone back to the dark side! It's kind of a big deal. For reference, it would be like Snooki kicking her tanning habit. Big deal, right?

I'm very happy with my nail routine. It took a lot of practice, but I think I have a pretty good formula for a really tough manicure with minimal chipping (chipping is the worst). My manicure usually lasts about two weeks which is as good, if not better, as when you get a regular manicure at the nail salon. Plus, it doesn't cost $14.

Here's my routine for the best DIY manicure.

Polished

Everyone has bad habits, right? You know you do. Don't deny it. My bad habit is was chewing my nails. But I've finally kicked it! Kicked it straight to the curb. I'm pretty proud of myself (pat on the back). 

Now that I can, I have had so much fun getting manicures and keeping my nails polished. So far, I've tried a bunch of different colors. In fact, every week a different color! Black, gray, nude, mint, jade, pink. I'm a little obsessed. 

I'm really excited this summer to try some new colors! Maybe some brights or neons since they are so in right now. I saw this pack at Kate Spade and almost bought it... love the color combo. Perfect for summer.

I also really want to try navy... not as harsh as black (even though I loved having black). I went to seek out other fun summer colors and it seems like I just have Kate Spade colors on the brain. They're just so bright and fun! I can't wait to try some... especially the coral.

What colors have you been sporting lately? Do you like to take risks with polish (neon yellow? bright green?), or are you more on the safe side (nude? classic red?)? Do tell!

(clockwise from top) Jacob - Coral, $6 / Jacob - Sunny Capri, $6 / Butter London - Disco Biscuit, $14 / Butter London - Primrose, 17 CAD / Essie - Poppy, $8 / J Crew - Mint, $10