A Vintage Red

This OOTD revolves around a dress that was one of my first vintage buys verrry early on in high school (9th or 10th grade, I think).  It's a red boucle unlined belted shift from the late 50s-early 60s, and it's one of my favorite pieces of clothing ever.

Dress: Vintage, no label (I think it may have been homemade)

Long-sleeved t-shirt: Coldwater Creek, sz. small

Tights: Merona, sz. small/medium

Shoes: Nine West Riane, sz. 7.5

Necklace: Vintage

This is one of those outfits that really can be made or broken with makeup, so broke out of my routine and went for a '50s-inspired demure pinup look (I know that's an oxymoron, but I AM a teacher, so I gotta tone it down a bit).  I did a black cat-eye liner with a bold red lip and kept the rest of my face pretty plain.  I'd like to think it worked, but since my only audience was a bunch of 14-16 year-olds, I'm not sure that they got the allusion.  Heck, I'm not sure they could even tell me what an allusion is, even though it was a vocabulary word for about a month.  Sigh.

Do you use makeup to complement your "look," or do you have a set makeup routine?

OOTD: A remixed blouse

Just an old OOTD I wanted to share with you all from about a month ago (Yes, I am that behind on posting.  For shame.).

Blouse: Lemon Liftoff Blouse, Girls from Savoy, Anthropologie, sz. 4 (remixed here)

Cardi: Merona, Target, sz. small

Jeans: Joe's Jeans, Anthropologie, sz. 28

Shoes: Cole Haan Air Lyric, sz. 7.5

Pin: Vintage

Earrings: Target

How darling is that little owl pin?  I originally bought it to turn into a necklace earlier this fall, but I think I may keep it as a pin.  I felt very Emma Pillsbury-ish in this outfit.  Not a bad feeling, in my opinion. 

Have a great day!

A Secret Rut

I have a secret to tell you guys, but you have to promise not to tell.  You won't?  Okay, good.  Here it goes:  Sometimes, when I find an outfit I really like, I wear it over and over again.  Sometimes twice in one week, even. 

This post is a tale of one such outfit. 

Sunnies: Gap

Sweater: J.Crew Fair Isle, sz. small

Collared shirt: Ralph Lauren, sz. P

Jeans: F21, sz. 28

Shoes: Miss Albright Lake & Land Heels, Anthropologie, sz. 7.5

Necklace: Target ($2.00 on clearance)

First, I wore the offending outfit for Thanksgiving dinner at my family's house.  We *barely* dress for dinner, and we always dress for comfort, because our feast often lasts for hours. 

I liked the outfit so much that I wore it to a "Friendsgiving" dinner at my wonderful - and talented - friend (IRL and in the blogosphere - if you like crafty stuff, or just like looking at pretty things, check out her blog, Kristy's Crafts!) Kristy's house. 

I felt so warm and toasty in my outfit that I decided to wear it to school the following Friday on a jeans day. 

The beauty of wearing this outfit so often in such a short span of time was that none of these events had what I like to call "overlapping people."  Not one person (edit: other than my fiance, he wanted me to tell you that.) saw me in the outfit more than once.  And I'm sure they would have noticed if they did.  HA.

Do you get stuck in secret outfit ruts?  If so, what're a few of your go-to outfits?

OOTD Nov. 18th and some lame excuses

Hey everyone.  So sorry it's been over a week since I've posted.  ::hangs head in shame:: 

Here are my lame excuses, in prose-form:
I've discovered that winter darkness (It gets dark between 4:30 and 5:00 PM here now...ick) makes me extremely sleepy this year.  It may also be my ridiculous new work schedule - no plan period, cafeteria duty, three preps - or my ridiculous new workout schedule - pre-training for a half marathon (here we go again), daily yoga and strength training - or it just may be a combination of all three elements, but I find myself conking out before 9:00 every night.  This used to be my blogging time.  Looks like I'll have to find a way around it!

Anyhow, as promised, here's an OOTD from the middle of November:

Sweater: Trouve via Nordstrom, sz. sm.

Skirt: J.Crew No. 2 Pencil Skirt in double-serge wool in jazzy purple, sz. 4 (remixed here and here)

Tights: Merona, sz. sm/md

Shoes: Missoni for Target, sz. 7.5

Gold heart necklace: Vintage

Mixed metals necklace: A gift from my daddy :)

This skirt is possibly my best buy from J.Crew thus far.  I've already worn it three times this school year, and I have several more outfit ideas in mind.  It's thick, so I was able to tuck in my bulky sweater with no lines.

The shoes, on the other hand...ugh.  Not very comfortable.  But they complemented the sweater, so I pushed through for the sake of fashion :)

A Bauble and a Bow - OOTD: November 14th

This past weekend, I went shopping with my mom and my cousin, both of whom I look up to immensely.  We had a great time catching up, getting some Christmas shopping done, and looking for deals.  One of the deals that I found was a dress from Macy's.  It was originally $58, and I snagged it for $15.  Woohoo! 

I had reservations about the dress itself because the fit was just a bit odd, and I hated the belt that came with it.  However, once I got home, I replaced the belt with a vintage belt that's attached to a dress I have from the late '50s/early '60s, and I layered a shirt under it to smooth out the fit.  I added a long pendant necklace to draw the eye away from the weird shoulders of the dress and down to the fun belt, and I was good to go!

This is my pre-7:15 A.M. Monday smile.

Dress:  NY Collection, sz. small

Long-sleeved Shirt:  NY and Co., sz. small

Tights:  Merona for Target, sz. small/medium

Shoes:  Nine West Riane, sz. 7.5

Amethyst Necklace:  My grandmother's

Belt:  Vintage, late '50s or early '60s

A picture of the details:

Have you ever revamped something you bought on super-sale to make it work? 



Inspired: OOTD

About a month ago, when J.Crew's November catalog came, I sat around with some of my friends/J.Crew fans at school in the morning before the day started flipping through the pages.  When I came across one of the pages, one of the girls said, "You have that skirt!  You could totally recreate that look."  So, I was inspired to give it a shot. 

Here's the catalog page with the aforementioned outfit (a big thanks to Suzy at Bichonluvr's Closet for scanning this catalog for us!):

I loved how effortlessly chic this look was, and it was really pretty effortless to recreate and personalize.  Here's what I came up with:

Turtleneck:  J.Crew merino turtleneck sweater in black, sz. small

Skirt:  J.Crew liquid silk skirt in bright dahlia, sz. 2 (reviewed here, remixed here)

Socks:  Black trouser socks...honestly, I think I stole them from my mom (sorry mama!)

Shoes:  Nine West Riane, sz. 7.5

Heart and filigree necklaces:  Vintage

Here's a detail box I put together (Don't mind the awful look on my face or the crooked necklaces, it was preeetty darn early in the morning.):

Overall, I was pretty happy with the outcome, but the socks + oxfords made me nervous.  A couple of the sophomores made fun of the combo and said I looked "just like an English teacher" (duh), but I haven't ever taken fashion advice from 16 year-old boys, and I don't plan on starting anytime soon ;) 



I'll post the Polyvore for the outfit below, but before we get to that...

I know I have some new readers, so I want to welcome them to the blog!  :) 

J.Crew Catalog Inspiration with handbag options by alldressedupnoplace2go featuring knit tops

Have a wonderful day!

OOTD Nov. 6th: Testing it out

Do you ever build an outfit in your head for a long period of time before you try it out?  I often find myself thinking about how to style certain pieces in my wardrobe.  For example, for awhile now, I knew I wanted to wear an elbow-patch sweater from H and M with a vintage scarf, but I wasn't sure how to style the two pieces.  I knew I could just throw on a pair of jeans, but that seemed like a cop-out.  Eventually, I came up with an idea, but I wasn't sure how it would look on.  Sometimes, I have great ideas for pieces, but they don't translate well on a body.  This past Sunday, I went on a little shopping excursion with my mom, then the fiance and I had dinner with my family, so it was a perfect opportunity to test out my outfit:

Cardigan: HandM, sz. small; remixed here

Brown Cami: Nordstrom (I can't remember the brand), sz. small

Scarf: Vintage

Skirt: Puddle Pleasures Skirt, Modcloth, sz. small, remixed here

Tights: Merona for Target, sz. sm/md, remixed here

Boots: Etienne Aigner, sz. 8

Earrings: Truly Vintage (a brand that takes vintage beads and makes them into jewelry)

Ring: Vintage (it was my grandmother's)



I was also pretty excited about this outfit because it remixed several pieces much differently than I normally wear them. 

It was also a great cat-walking outfit.  Yep, I said cat-walking.  I bought a leash and decided to start training one of my kitties, Sassy, to walk on it with me.  She loves being outdoors, so I figured, why not? 

The fiance is horrified that I'll turn into that weird lady down the street who walks her cat every day.  No chance of that happening...at least not yet.  :)

Elton and the elders...a real hoot

Last night, the fiance and I went with my parents and aunt and uncle to...get ready for this...an Elton John/Jerry Lee Lewis cover concert and dinner at a senior center.  Yep.  Big date night.  My uncle knows the chef  who prepared the dinner pretty well, and he felt like he needed to make an appearance, so we were coerced into going tagged along.  When we got there, my fiance and I were the youngest people in the room by at least 30 years.  "Elton" took the stage, and we were the only two singing and dancing.  In fact, most of the others there looked like they were falling asleep.  Oh well.  We laughed quite a bit, and we gained an extra hour of our lives back thanks to Daylight Savings Time, so it wasn't a complete loss. 

Just to amuse myself and make the impending pain easier to handle, I dressed thematically.  I feel like Elton would be proud of my 70s-esque outfit:

Cardigan: H&M, sz. small

Blouse: Lemon Liftoff Blouse, Girls from Savoy from Anthropologie, sz. 4

Wide-leg High-waisted Cords: High IQ Corduroys, Cartonnier from Anthropologie, sz. 4

Shoes: Lake & Land Heels, Miss Albright from Anthropologie, sz. 7.5

Earrings: Target

Belt: Merona for Target, sz. small

I bought the blouse, cords, and shoes a few weeks ago when they all appeared in an Anthro sale update, and I couldn't be happier with all three items.  The cords are super-comfy, but I had to get them hemmed about four inches, and they're still too short!  Maybe someday I'll grow ;)

The blouse and heels are still available on Anthro's website, and I'm not sure how because they're both such great items.  I know the blouse has gotten lots of blogger love, and it appeared on Emma Pillsbury on Glee a few weeks ago.  The little owls all over it added to the theme of the night, because we all had a real "hoot" making fun of "Elton's" fake British accent (ha ha ha).  So that you can share in the fun, here's a poor-quality photo:

The rest of the night was just as blurry in real life.

Hope you all have a great start to your week!  I'll be off trying to get "Benny and the Jets" out of my head. 

J.Crew Review: Suzette Blouse in nightfall floral

When J.Crew ran their 25% off promo a couple of weeks ago, I decided to order a basic black merino turtle neck and the Suzette blouse in nightfall floral.  Not only was I enamored with the gorgeous nightfall floral print, but I've also recently become obsessed with neck-tie blouses.  Because I hadn't seen this blouse in the store and I couldn't quite make out the color or the print in stock photos, I was a little apprehensive.  However, as soon as the blouse arrived in the mail, I tore it open, put it on, and demanded that the fiance take pictures immediately so I could write a review for you guys since I feel so strongly about it and haven't seen any reviews of it from the JCAs.  Guys, I love it!  I can't recommend this blouse highly enough.

Price:  $138 originally, $103.50 with 25% off

Size:  2 (TTS)

Material:  Crinkled chiffon with a silk layering cami, extremely light and airy, perfect for layering

Colors:  Listed as "eggplant," nightfall floral print, but this blouse could be worn with black, navy, purple, green, peri, flame, you name it, it's probably in there somewhere (see the up-close photos below)

I sprung for the nightfall floral version of this blouse (an extra 10 bucks) for two reasons: 1. the print looked alluring, and it is, and 2. because the blouse is sheer, I wanted something to camouflage my bra straps if necessary.  With a nude bra, the straps aren't noticeable at all.  If the print isn't your style, the blouse is also available in newport navy, ripe melon, and dusty shale.  The ripe melon color looks beautiful.

Here's a close-up of the print and the sheer sleeve:

The detachable layering cami is a navy color:

A close-up of the neck-tie, buttons, and print:

J.Crew said this print is "adapted from an oil painting" they "nabbed at an estate sale."  It's pretty easy to see where they got their inspiration for their recent color palettes, yes?

Don't mind the tag.  I was THAT excited to get a review up for you guys!

I could easily see this blouse paired with the vibrant flame hacking jacket or the viridian green pencil skirt.  I plan on wearing it with a pair of navy Pilcro high-waisted cords as soon as they're back from the tailor (Polyvore set below).  Being a munchkin has its drawbacks.  :) 

The neck-tie could be tied up close to the neck or down further, as it is in the stock photos on J.Crew's website. 

Have you tried on the Suzette blouse in nightfall floral?  What did you think?

Secretary of the Seventies by alldressedupnoplace2go featuring a leather buckle belt

OOTD: Vintage Oranges and Browns

Because yesterday was the first day of November, I decided to dress the part in shades of autumnal oranges and browns:

Cardigan:  Merona for Target, sz. small

Dress:  Vintage late '60s/early '70s era

Necklace:  Vintage '70s marble beads

Bracelet:  Wooden '70s beads, compliments of MamaAllDressedUp's high school years :)  

Shoes:  Cole Haan Nike Air Lyric Bronze heel, sz. 7.5

I found this dress last spring in a vintage store in Pittsburgh called Eons, and I get compliments on it every time I wear it.  It looks like it could have come off right off the rack of Anthropologie or Modcloth.  The dress is sleeveless and cotton, and it has a pretty, yet appropriate, V-shaped back.  The construction of the dress is timeless; it's one piece, with a top that blouses out over the pencil-like skirt.  It came with a sash that can be tied on the front, back, side, or anyone else you please. 

I know I sing the praises of vintage clothing quite often, but it's a song I don't get tired of singing.  If I had the resources (namely, vintage clothing stores that aren't 45+ minutes away), I would source an entire wardrobe from vintage clothing.  Clothes just aren't made as well today, and it seems like clothes in the 40s-70s were made to fit women with curves.  Sigh.  /endrant.  :)

Well, I'm off to read this year's Pennsylvania High School Mock Trial Case.   I help the fiance advise our high school's team, and this year, the case is about saving endangered bog turtles from a pharmaceutical company's plant.  I wish I were kidding.  I will leave you with a picture of my inspiration for the trial:

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Isn't he cute? 

OOTD: Navy and Raspberry - plus an Anthro shoe review

Poncho-cardigan:  Merona for Target, sz. small

Sweater dress:  Brooks Brothers, sz. small

Belt:  Merona for Target, sz. small/medium

Tights:  Merona for Target, sz. small/medium

Shoes:  Miss Albright Lake & Land Heels, Anthropologie, sz. 7.5

This OOTD was from Wednesday and was inspired by Anthropologie's Lake & Land Heels by Miss Albright.  I ordered these shoes last week after I decided I needed a non-black pair of oxford-like heels.  After reading the reviews and seeing the sale price - $79.95 - I decided that my closet was sorely missing this pair of shoes.  Here are the shoes on their own:

After wearing these shoes all day, I can reaffirm the positive reviews on the website.  I'm on my feet pretty much all day, and these shoes kept me comfortable.  Some reviews on the website said to size down, but I ordered my regular size 7.5, and they fit just fine.  The adjustable ankle strap allowed for a tighter fit. 

I love the blue suede and light brown leather, and the tassels are the perfect touch.  I got compliments all day.  My only two complaints are that one set of tassels came untied several times throughout the day and the one strap dug into my ankle a bit when I walked.  After wearing the shoe all day, however, both problems seemed to be somewhat alleviated.  I think once I wear the shoes in, they'll be fine.  This shoe is still available on Anthro's website in sizes 7.5 - 11. 

Channeling Cruella

My school is observing Red Ribbon Week this week for drug/alcohol prevention and awareness.  Our Red Ribbon Week is similar to spirit week because we have theme days in which staff and students are encouraged to dress a certain way.  Monday was "Wear Red" day. 

Would you believe I only own one article of red clothing?  Inevitably, when I wear it, someone makes a Cruella de Vil reference.  Every. Single. Time.  However, while looking for a picture for this post, I was hard-pressed to find anything that even remotely resembled the offending red cardigan.  This was the closest match I could find:

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Now, here's my Cruella-esque OOTD:

I guess I can see how the polka dots give off the dalmatian vibe.



Cardigan:  BCBG, size sm.

Dress:  Vintage 1950s-era, size unknown

Tights:  Merona for Target

Shoes:  Nine West Riane (on sale for $62.30!), size 7.5

A quick word about the shoes - if you're looking for a comfy, high-heeled oxford, I can't recommend the Riane enough.  I've had this pair of shoes for less than two weeks, and I've already worn them five or six times.  They're a great basic for the fall/winter months.

Now, if you'll all excuse me, I'm off to don some long black gloves, smoke from a cigarette holder, and scare a hundred or so puppies. 

Move over, Rachel Zoe

That's right.  Another Bravo show *may* have just replaced "Rachel Zoe" as my favorite television guilty pleasure.  While I will always remain faithful to camp Zoe (especially with the additions of adorable little Skyler and adorable big Jeremiah), her lifestyle is so unattainable that I can only froth at the mouth with envy.  However, when Bravo began advertising their new show during Rachel Zoe's show, I actually stopped fast-forwarding the DVR to watch the previews.  This new show looked like it would be right up my alley.

Now, when I watch Bravo's new show, "Fashion Hunters," I dream that someday I could actually work in the fashion industry, even if it's just at high-end consignment store Second Time Around, which is featured on the show. 

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The cast of "Fashion Hunters"

The show documents the experiences of three women and one man working in one of New York City's branches of the high-end chain consignment store.  The women come from various backgrounds (one's the manager, one just works because she wants out of the house, and one tells the viewers that she "lives on peanuts" to save up for a pair of Manolos in the first episode.), but the all share an obvious passion for designer duds. 

The season is three episodes in, and I am hooked.  I love watching the cast debate with consignors over a garment's worth.  I've also always been a big fan of vintage designer clothing, so "Fashion Hunters" gives me the rush of vintage shopping without leaving my couch or spending my cash.  My only complaint about this show is that I wish it lasted an hour instead of just thirty minutes.  Maybe next season.

"Fashion Hunters" airs tonight on Bravo at 10:30. 

Have you watched "Fashion Hunters"?  What do you think? 

Professional Purple

Part of my week of craziness last week involved my school's Open House, where parents come in and do a walk-through of their child's schedule.  Our open house has a bell schedule, so parents spend about 10 minutes in each class.  I always try to look professional, yet approachable at Open House, because it's really important to me that parents know they can call/email/talk to me about anything they or their son/daughter may need.  This is what I wore:

Blouse:  Missoni for Target, sz. XS

Skirt: J.Crew No. 2 Pencil Skirt in double-serge wool in jazzy purple, sz. 4

Belt: Merona for Target, sz. S

Shoes:  Cole Haan Nike Air Peep-toe Pumps, sz. 7.5

First of all, I don't know what it is with me pairing that skirt with that belt.  I can't stop wearing them together, even against my better judgment.  I know I should've worn a black belt, if any belt at all, with that outfit, but I just. can't. help. myself.  I feel like that blouse would probably work well with a black pencil skirt, and THEN maybe I could throw on the belt.

I ended up going to the chiropractor about an hour before Open House, and he really did a number on my hip.  I had been having problems with it popping wayyyy out for a few weeks, and he's been working to get it back to normal.  Of course, the night of Open House was the night that it FINALLY moved back to where it's supposed to be.  That meant that I was supposed to stay off of my feet the rest of the night and most of the next day.  I laughed when he told me that.  He did say that heels would hurt, but they wouldn't hinder my recovery, so of course, I wore them.  Stupid girl, lol.

I did spend most of the night sitting in front of the "classes" of parents, instead of standing, so I considered that a fair compromise. :)

Modcloth Love

Before I begin waxing poetic about my favorite local label, I want to apologize for being such an absent blogger and commenter this past week.  It's been a week of craziness both at school and at home, so hopefully things will calm down soon. 

Now, onto the love.  I am not kidding you at all when I say that Susan Kroger, Pittsburgh native and founder of Modcloth, beat me to living out my own dream.  In high school, she spent her free time scouring thrift and vintage shops for unique finds.  By the time she went to college, Susan had amassed such a collection of cool clothes that she and her then-boyfriend (now-husband!) started selling them online.  Their business boomed and blossomed into what is now the popular online-only retailer, Modcloth. 

Yep.  That was what I wanted to do from the time I was about 13.  Susan just had a few years on me, that's all.  :)  Seriously, though, I am obsessed with Modcloth not only because Susan's success story is so awesome, but also because it's right in my own backyard.  Since Modcloth ships mainly from their Pittsburgh headquarters, I can order something online and get it within a day or two.  Instant online shopping gratification!  Last week, I wore a couple of outfits centered on Modcloth pieces.

Cardigan: Guess, sz. S

Dress: Bernie Dexter, Modcloth, sz. XS

Silver Unicorn Necklace: a gift from my mom

Shoes: Target, sz. 7.5

Modcloth not only sells vintage pieces, but they also sell lesser-known indie labels.  Bernie Dexter is a designer who is known for her flattering construction and her 1950s-inspired rockabilly designs.  So you can fully appreciate the yummy cut and pattern of the dress, here's a stock photo:

 

Sigh.  So pretty. 

Last weekend, we had a glorious warm-up in the weather, and I was inspired to take a break from grading essays to go register at Crate and Barrel with the fiance.  I put together an outfit with a J.Crew Tippi sweater and a couple of pieces from Modcloth:

Say hi to my furbabies, Sassy and Puff, in the background.

Sweater: J.Crew Tippi sweater in bold peri, sz. S

Skirt: Puddle Pleasures Skirt, Modcloth, sz. S

Necklace: Vintage

Shoes: Chasing Down Dreams flat, 80%20, Modcloth, sz. 7.5

That skirt is still available, and at only $34.99, I can't recommend it enough.  The skirt's only downfall is that it's linen, so it will need ironed quite a bit (if you can't tell from my picture).  Here's a look at the skirt in all of its ironed-out glory:

And just look how stinkin' cute these shoes are up close:

If you haven't already checked out Modcloth, go go go.  It's a great site with a cool story behind its beginning.  And PS...the sales are always awesome :)



Blogger is currently submerged...

...in a dishearteningly deep pile of poorly-written, uninspiring student essays.  Regular blogging will resume once aforementioned blogger's pink pen runs out of ink. 

Until then, here are some pretties from the Kate Spade's Spring 2012 collection, unveiled last night:


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DIY Newsprint Nails Tutorial

Last week, I was perusing one of my fashion apps when I saw the coolest nail art.  Called newsprint nails, this easy DIY design combines two of my favorite things: words and uniquely painted nails. 

The completed look

After YouTubing several tutorials, I came up with my own, slightly modified method of creating newsprint nails.

What You'll Need

Gather up some newspaper, rubbing alcohol, a small bowl, a light nail polish color, and a clear topcoat polish.  Here are the two polishes I used:

Several tutorials recommend using a bone, ivory, or white polish, but I'm partial to a blush pink.

Step 1:

Cut your newspaper into small squares, just big enough to cover your fingernail:

You'll want to get a text-rich portion of the paper to allow for maximum word-age on your nails. 

Step 2:

Paint your fingernails in the light color of your choice.  For best results, use two coats.

Step 3:

Wait for about half an hour to make sure your nails are completely dry.  I watched the first half of Glee while I waited for mine to dry.  

Step 4:

Pour the rubbing alcohol into your bowl so that it is about an inch deep.  

Step 5:

Soak one nail in the rubbing alcohol for about 10 seconds.  While you're soaking, put one newspaper strip into the rubbing alcohol and allow it to soak for about 10 seconds as well.

Step 6:

Remove your nail and the strip from the alcohol.  Place the strip, text down, over your nail.  Hold the strip on your nail for about 1 minute.  That part is important.  You need to hold it steadily on your nail, and use either your palm or your fingers.  The steady hand assures that your text won't blur, and the heat from your hand will transfer the ink onto your fingernail.

Step 7:

Peel the newspaper square off of your nail.  The text should have transferred.

Step 8:

Repeat steps 5, 6, and 7 for each nail.  Try not to get the nails that you've already done wet, but if they do get alcohol on them once or twice, it shouldn't be a big deal.  This process should take 10-15 minutes

Step 9:

Wait for the rubbing alcohol to dry (about a minute or two), and apply a topcoat.

Voila!  You're done!

I tested out the method on my two big toes first so that I got a good feel for what I was doing:

The newsprint nail was a little time-consuming (the whole process took about 45-50 minutes), but the manicure lasted about a week with very little chipping.  The chipping that did happen wasn't as noticeable because the polish isn't the focus; the words are. 

I'd love to try the comics section of the paper next, so if any of you beat me to it, you'll have to let me know how it works out!

For now, go try this method and enjoy your nerdy nails!