Summery Watermelon Nails

Hello friends! It seems like summer is the perfect time for all things fruit, and there doesn't seem to be a more summery fruit than watermelon! I was inspired to paint my nails the other day, opting for a cute and fresh watermelon design that pairs perfect with all my summer dresses and sandals. I didn't get a chance to paint my toes to match, but it would make for a super adorable mani-pedi combo!

What you'll need-

*Polish in red, white, black and green.

 I used:

Forever 21 Nail Color in Ivy Dream

O.P.I in Conquistadorable 

Wet n Wild Fast Dry in Ebony Hates Chris

Wet n Wild Fast Dry in SaGreena the Teenage Witch

*A nail clipper

*A nail file

*A Q-Tip cut in half

Start with clean dry nails. Clip and file them to your personal taste.

Paint a green stripe on the moon of your nail. Don't worry too much about the thickness of these stripes, because you'll just be placing another color on top so you can adjust the thickness then.

Once dry, follow with another line of white that slightly overlaps the green.

Once dry, fill the rest of your nail in with the red. O.P.I Conquistadorable was the perfect shade for this as it is a slightly pink red, which was great for watermelon.

Dip the cut end of the Q-Tip half into your black polish and make little polka dots for the seeds.

Repeat on your other hand, and revel in the cuteness! Just don't be surprised when people compliment you all day.

xoxo, Samantha

Pinup Essentials

Hey there darlings! I was recently asked for my opinion on essential items for building a pinup/rockabilly wardrobe and I figured I would address it here!

Without further ado, here are my top 13 items for a versatile yet basic pinup look.

1. Wiggle Dress. One of the most classic silhouettes, a curve-hugging wiggle dress is both sexy and sophisticated. [pictured X] [X] [X]

2. Fit and Flare Swing Dress. Fun and flirty, a swing dress is super feminine and is perfect for twirling. To amp up the volume of the skirt, add a petticoat. [pictured X] [X] [X]

3. Cute Tops. Good for when it's hot out or when you want to dress down a little. [pictured X] [pictured X] [pictured X] [X] [X] [X]

4. Wiggle Skirt. A look similar to the wiggle dress, but with mix and match options! [pictured X] [X] [X] 

5. High Waist Denim Shorts. Skirts and dresses seem to be the bulk of the rockabilly wardrobe, but sometimes a pair of iconic high waist denim shorts is exactly what a gal needs. [pictured X] [X] [X]

6. Knee Length Circle Skirt. Again, this creates the silhouette of the swing dress but with more versatility. [X] [X] [X]

7. Saddle Shoes. Forever a favorite. [pictured X] [X] [X]

8. Pumps. Classic heels to carry you through anything. [pictured X] [X] [X]

9. Wedges. A little more casual, but pairs easily with skirts and pants alike. [pictured X] [X] [X]

10. Pinup Swim Suit. A staple. [pictured X] [X] [X]

11. Bandana and Other Hair Accesories. Adding a bandana is my go-to for a lazy hair day. Works just as well with scarves or flowers. [pictured X] [X] [X]

12. Red Lipstick. The pinup girl's best friend! [pictured X] [X] [X]

13. Wide Belt. Having a  few wide belts in some basic colors helps mix up your outfits a bit. [X] [X] [X].

So there you have it! My top items. I hope this post was helpful in figuring out how to start creating the dream wardrobe of your own, and of course the fun part is coming up with your own personal twist on the classics.

What is your favorite wardrobe staple? Leave a comment below!

xoxo, Samantha