Polishment

If you've checked out Polishment: THE BOARD on Pinterest... or just skulked around Pinterest in general, then you've probably seen that pic. Or this.

Dahlings, don't you know? It's The Caviar Manicure.

Top hats off to the crafty gal who came up with this idea! I had been thinking about fancying up my nails and when I started to do a little online research, look what I found!

At $25, it's not exactly what I'd call a steal. There are three total color options available if a Funfetti look doesn't suit your fancy.

Rainbow beads / Strawberry Milkshake polish
Mother of Pearl beads / Snow Virgin polish
Black Pearl beads / Ghetto Fabulous polish*

Because time is money, my friend. So if you've got more money than time, hit up the Ciaté kit at Sephora... but if you've got more time than money OR if you're feeling exceptionally DIY-inclined, then here's a great tutorial for you on, of course, The Swatchaholic.

I'm a bit of a picker, so something tells me a Caviar Manicure would be destroyed — by my own hands, no less— in 12 hours max. Probably not for me! But if any of you try it out (or already have?!) then send some pics my way!

howmuchcanonebananacost, Francesca

*I really need to comment on the nail polish names that Ciaté has chosen because I am appalled.

Pink = Strawberry Milkshake. Fine, how sweet. White = Snow Virgin. Eh, my lip curls at that, but whatever. Black = Ghetto Fabulous? Huh. I don't get it. Why? Ohhh, because it's BLACK??

Really clever. Oh wait... actually that's really racist. Ciaté should be embarrassed. I am disappointed to know that such an inappropriate name with such a loaded connotation was suggested — and approved.

One of the world’s most simple joys is Pillsbury Funfetti cake mix.

It's not just plain ol' vanilla. I guarantee you that, in a blind taste test, I could detect the true Funfetti out of a selection of French vanilla, vanilla, white cake and yellow cake samples.

Funfetti is different. Funfetti is... special. There’s just something about that trademark treat when you bite or slice into it… pale, fluffy cake with cheerful dots of color.

Over the past decade or so, “cake batter,” “cupcake,” and "birthday" flavored and scented things have become increasingly popular. I've seen lotion, perfume, candles, frozen yogurt, ice cream and more, all made to smell like cake.

It occurred to me that, out of all the cakes you can make or buy, Funfetti is the epitome of all things cakey. And here's why.

Funfetti is cake-batter flavored cake. And it’s deliciousss.

I’m usually very strict about my cake… I like to bake from scratch BUT I make an exception from time to time for Funfetti. When I do whip some up, I compensate by making a homemade frosting; either rich milk chocolate, or an angelically pink vanilla.

It was with pink vanilla Funfetti cupcakes in mind that I crafted the glitter manicure you’re about to see. I was also inspired by a recent purchase — Essie’s Matte About You. I’ve been contemplating matte top coats for a while now, and my online research confirmed that Essie’s formula creates the best matte finish.

I love when frosting completes the transformation from fresh and shiny to that final stage when it has “set” with a thin, slightly crisp, somewhat matte shell or crust. Toothsome! A matte top coat would be the perfect finishing touch.

Want more desserty nail trends? Help yourself! There's plenty to go around. And if you've got some desserty nails to share, send them to us! We'd love to post them.

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xxo, GLOSS