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4 Professional Nail Ideas for a Job Interview

Updating your resume and picking out the perfect outfit for a big professional event helps set you up for a successful experience. Prepping your nails can also be a part of your routine. If you’re thinking about the details on your fingertips, I’ve got you covered.

Before executing a manicure suitable for a professional setting try to keep in mind that you want the attention to be on you and not your nails.

Here are four job interview-ready manicures:

1. Nude Nails. Opt for a nude base manicure during a networking opportunity for a clean-cut and polished look.

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2. Simple Chevron. A chic and bold chevron manicure moved tip-ward can showcase your professionalism and hint at your creative side.

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3. Traditional French Tip. Executing a classic French tip manicure before a career-related event means you’re ready for business.

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4. Matte Nails. A matte french tip manicure with neutral colors shows off your trend-setting qualities while framing you as the go-getter you truly are.

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Don’t forget to wear your manicure with confidence! How are you going to prep your nails for your important event? 

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The Walking Dead Nails

AMC’s zombie-apocalypse series, “The Walking Dead,” kicks off its fourth season tonight.

I am a dedicated fan of the show and reader of the survival horror comic books. In honor of the line up of new episodes, I created a wound oozing, flesh crawling, zombie-filled manicure that has a hint of badass.

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Keep calm and hide behind Daryl Dixon. Instagram, @nailartbysig.

Are you tuning in to watch the Walkers? 

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The Grand Prize Winning Manicure

Last month, I mentioned the possibility of going to New York because of a manicure I executed.

Turns out, it’s happening! My nail art helped me win an all-paid trip to the Big Apple (insert happy dance here).

In September, as I got ready to visit San Francisco to attend Sensation’s “Ocean of White” event, I entered the production company’s contest on Vine.

Sensation took to the bite-size video sharing platform to promote a contest challenging fans to share a creative video that included music or dancing.

My grand prize includes round-trip airfare, a two-night hotel stay and two tickets to Sensation’s 100th show taking place on October 26 at the Barclay Center in Brooklyn.

It’s going to be one heck of a party!

Here’s my video entry:

I was notified earlier this week that I won the grand prize.

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I am incredibly humbled and so thankful for this generous opportunity.  Thank you, Sensation and Golden Voice!

Here’s a photo of the grand prize winning manicure.

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Disney Side Contest on Vine: Dia de los Muertos Nails

Disney Parks launched its official Vine account on October 1 and announced a month-long contest on the bite-size video sharing social media platform. The challenge: show your Disney side.

In an attempt to get Mickey Mouse approved and win a prize, I submitted an entry.

Here is my video:

Currently, the Disneyland Resort is decked out in a Halloween theme. If you’ve visited the Magic Kingdom in the last couple of years during this season, you might of come across a Dia de los Muertos exhibit near New Orleans Square.

Check out this photo I took of it at the park last year and posted on Instagram:

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I’m itching to go back to the park ASAP. In the meantime, my manicure will have to fill the void. . . Can you find the hidden Mickey’s?

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A Disney version of a Dia de los Muertos inspired manicure for the Disney Side Contest on Vine.

Will you be submitting an entry to the Disney Side Contest? 

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Pink Nails for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

It’s time to go pink.

October is breast cancer awareness month and what easier way to show your support than with some nail art? Even Beyoncé is joining the cause.

On Tuesday, Mrs. Carter took to Instagram to raise awareness for breast cancer and show her philanthropic side by painting her nails pink. Queen B is supporting Nails Inc and its effort to raise funds for the Breast Cancer Care campaign, UK’s largest breast cancer charity, by using the brand’s signature “Pinkie Pink” polish.

In commemoration with the cause, I executed my own pink nails.

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A soft pink gradient with a glittery pink ribbon accent for breast cancer awareness month. Instagram: @nailartbysig

Check out a video I made on Vine showing how I created the look. You may notice my failed attempt to bust out Vine magic. It’s a working progress.

Will you go pink for breast cancer awareness month? Let me know by tagging @nailartbysig on Instagram!

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NYFW Inspired Manicure Tutorial: Halo Nails

New York Fashion Week was nail art heaven!

From textured nails to sleek designed nail art and the occasional three-dimensional pieces on fingertips, manicures held their own on the runway.

A halo nail design showcased by Ruffian, particularly caught my interest and I recreated it.

Find out how to get the cat walk look.

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The platinum halo stands out behind a matte finish.

What you will need: Base coat, silver polish, top coat, black polish and matte top coat.

1. Prep the nail with a base coat. Apply two coats of silver polish on all the nails. Once dry, apply top coat.

2. Use black polish to paint an upside down U and fill it in to form the platinum halo on the top. Apply a matte coat on the black polish when it is dry.

Check out this six-second tutorial to see how this fabulous manicure went from runway to everyday.

What do you think of the halo manicure? If you try the design, let me know by tagging me on Instagram @nailartbysig! 

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Breaking Bad Inspired Nails

Breaking Bad inspires me.

My obsession with the epic AMC series and commitment to express my love and appreciation for the cast and crew, has taken my nail art skills to another level.

Please enjoy my series of Breaking Bad inspired nail art:

-To my other favorite, W.W., It’s an honor watching you. Fondly, S.N.

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-Goodbye Los Pollos Hermanos, hello Vamonos Pest!

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-Ain’t it beautiful crystal blue persuasion? 

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-From parking tickets to mass murder. Better call, Saul! Because he cares. 

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-Remember his name. 

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-The first lab, the Crystal Ship. 

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-All hail the king.

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-The end is here.

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I also attempted to make some progression videos to show how I got to the final design. Take a look.

What do you think about my Breaking Bad inspired manicures?

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Nail Art How To: Glitter Manicure

If you’re in the mood to get crafty, I’ve got the perfect project for you.

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Sprinkle on the pixie dust to add some texture and glamour to your digits.

Textured manicures are trending this Fall season. But if you still haven’t been convinced of the look, try out this design to get a similar effect using typical arts and craft glitter.

What you will need: Loose glitter dust, red polish, clear polish, base and top coat, some q-tips and nail polish remover.

1. Prep the nail with the base coat. Apply two coats of red polish to the entire nail.

2. Once dry, dab on some clear polish to the top of the nail bed without getting too close to the nail matrix. Sprinkle on the glitter dust while the clear polish is still wet. Shake off any excess glitter and clean up around the nail using a q-tip dipped in polish remover.

3. Let the design completely dry and finish off with a top coat.

Check out this video and find out how glitter really does make everything better.

Let me know if you try this look by tagging #nailartbysig in your photo. Good luck! 

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Nail Art How To: Love Triangle

The chevron manicure isn’t going anywhere any time soon. But I figured, a new season calls for some change.

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A sleek spin on a classic chevron manicure. Get this look in three steps.

If you’re a fan of nail art, you probably saw this look in Nail It! Magazine’s September issue. The beauty publication called this design, “Love Triangle.”

Find out just how easy it is to move the chevron pattern tip-ward.

1. Prep the nail with a base coat. Apply two coats of red polish.

2. Once dry, apply purple polish from the nail matrix to the tip with a diagonal stoke leaving a small triangle on the tip of the nail bed.

3. Let the design completely dry and finish off with a top coat.

Check out this six-second tutorial to see the application process.

Let me know if you try this design. Good luck!

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Nail Art Hack: The Dotting Tool

No dotting tool? No problem!

Turns out you don’t really need a nail art pen to add contrast and designs to your manicure.

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Easily add design to your manicure using items around the house.

Here’s a nail art hack: You can replace a dotting pen with toothpick or a bobby pin.

What you’ll need: Base coat, pink polish, green polish, light green polish, top coat, a piece of foil, a q-tip, a toothpick or bobby pin.

1. Prep the nail with a base coat. Apply two coats of pink polish on the entire nail.

2. Take a light green polish and put a blot of lacquer on a piece of foil. Dab some of the polish on the end of a q-tip and apply dots to the nails.

3. Put another blot of green polish to the foil and use the ball point end of a bobby pin, or a toothpick with the end broken off, to apply dots over the light green polish dots.

4. Let the design completely dry and finish off with a top coat.

Check out this six-second tutorial and find out for yourself how easy this manicure can be executed.

Let me know if you try this design! What colors did you go with?

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