5.06.2013

How To: Easy Ombre Tips


Hey you! How was your weekend? I totally forgot about Cinco de Mayo this year. I know! I had plans for cute DIYs and a nail tutorial. At least I'll be ready for 2014! ;) This weekend was rainy, and my only venture out was to get my eyebrows professionally "done." Turns out, it was a huge waste of money, because I've been doing everything I'm supposed to with my brows anyway. I haven't waxed my brows in years, preferring instead to have them threaded, as the last time I waxed I had an allergic reaction. The same thing happened this time, and I looked crazy. I had a blogger event I wanted to attend, but cancelled once I saw Crazy Swollen And Bumpy Face. Instead, I headed home and painted my nails a sparkly peach. Speaking of nails, I'm sharing these Easy Ombre Tips. If you want to sort of fake the ombre effect very subtly, check these out. Enjoy!


T O O L S

  • 2 similar polishes
  • base and clear top coat
T E C H N I Q U E
Paint a base coat and allow to dry.
Paint a coat or two of the base coat and allow to dry. It should be the darker of the two shades.

Paint the tips of the nail the lightest color and allow to dry. 
I find it easiest to hold the brush and slowly rotate my nail to paint the tips straight as possible. 
Repeat if needed.
Seal with a top coat.
T I P S
  • I was feeling minty the day I took these pics, but feel free to use whatever two colors you like.
  • Holding the brush still while rotating the nail is the easiest way to ensure a straight line.
What color is on your nails today?



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25 comments:

  1. Content Director - Strong Female LeadersMay 6, 2013 at 1:58 AM

    What perfect colors together. I'd love to try these.
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  2. UnknownMay 6, 2013 at 2:07 AM

    Very pretty

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  3. A Very Sweet BlogMay 6, 2013 at 2:09 AM

    That's a beautiful color Elle! It looks gorgeous on you doll. Love the necklace too! HaHa Have a great week!

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  4. ApplebypieMay 6, 2013 at 2:32 AM

    Beautiful minty colors - I have the essie one, just need another and I'm good to go! X

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  5. ShaunaMay 6, 2013 at 2:41 AM

    Elle! I just watched your mascara video and I loved it! I love seeing you in person and hearing your voice! You are such a doll. Really. No wonder you are so good at all of this. I am taking this advice, I'm getting the first mascara you explained.

    Love the nails. Take care,

    Shauna xo

    PS. STill keeping you in my prayers. :)

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  6. Caitlin @ Candyfloss & PersieMay 6, 2013 at 3:10 AM

    I really, really, really, really like the blues in two-tone. So cute! I hope you had a nice weekend lady!

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  7. CeeMay 6, 2013 at 5:25 AM

    You are so full of great tips, Elle - I had never thought of rotating my nail instead of the brush! My nails are bare today after a week in dark red followed by a wheek in shimmery peach... but now you have me contemplating mint!
    xox,
    Cee

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  8. LaurenMay 6, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    I do the same with rotating the nail, instead of moving the brush :) I'm loving the minty colours, Elle! xx

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  9. EmmylouMay 6, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    I don't like getting my eyebrows waxed too, which I why I opt for threading when I get the time, which is almost very rare....;P
    I love these ombre nails btw.

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  10. Julie, from prosecco to plaidMay 6, 2013 at 10:02 AM

    Ooh love this, so pretty! And love the colors! xo, Julie

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  11. Hokie, Esq.May 6, 2013 at 10:04 AM

    Oh I love this method- definitely will have to try it on the weekend! I've usually done the ombre nails with the sponge but this looks so much easier/cleaner hah!

    I currently have my all time favorite on- OPI's I'm Not Really a Waitress! I figured this was a bit of my personality but also professional enough for an attorney in a law office!

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  12. little luxury listMay 6, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    I just love those blue/minty colors together!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  13. UnknownMay 6, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    These are so pretty - I love the colours you chose!

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  14. Stephanie @ henry happenedMay 6, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    That looks really lovely! And it looks like something I could do myself, haha!

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  15. Always MayleeMay 6, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    Such pretty ombre nails!

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  16. Thelma FrayneMay 6, 2013 at 2:08 PM

    I've seen this done before and I like the effect - but the sea blue/greens in your tutorial are really beautiful. Love it! xo

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  17. InezMay 6, 2013 at 2:43 PM

    Your nails look cute, the amount of times I went to get my eyebrows done at different places and all they did was neaten them, they looked exactly the same as I do them lol, xoxo.

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  18. LeighMay 6, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    Love this tutorial and the nail polish shades.

    I'm going to totally try this like right now :)

    Have a great week!

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  19. BliciousMay 6, 2013 at 3:44 PM

    love this!!!!!! so prettyful! :)
    xx
    b

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  20. Why Girls Are WeirdMay 6, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    I'll have to try your tip about rotating your nail vs. moving the brush. Thanks!

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  21. KatiMay 6, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    Thanks for your kind words on my blog, they sweetened my day!
    I really like your nails here, the colours are so pretty!

    Have a great week,
    -Kati

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  22. Milana - TastyPrettyThingsMay 6, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    Ive been wanting to do ombe nils - I think I'll try this out this coming weekend. We have some holiday coming up - perfect time for fun and pampering ;)

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  23. MOSAMUSEMay 6, 2013 at 10:55 PM

    looks awesome!
    xo
    MOSAMUSE

    www.MOSAMUSE.com

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  24. SmartSavvyStyleMay 7, 2013 at 7:59 AM

    So cute! Every time I paint my own nails, it looks like a 5 year old did it. :) My sister-in-law treated me to a mani/pedi for my birthday, so I am currently wearing a nude OPI polish. Hope you are well!
    - Heather

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  25. AnonymousMay 7, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    I love the ombre tips! They look awesome! great color choice, too.

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