Saturday, August 25, 2012

Night Sky Gradient

Good morning lovely ladies! Today I have for you gradient nails! This is a scheduled post since I am headed off to my boyfriend's family picnic/reunion today (that means my post coming up for this afternoon is also scheduled)! I wanted to do something fun for the occasion, so I went with a gradient!

It looks like a night sky to me with the different shades of blues, purples and glitter like the stars. I hope you guys like it!

Polishes used:
China Glaze Bahamian Escape
Nubar Lavender
OPI Funky Dunkey
Nicole by OPI Listen to Your Momager!
Sinful Colors See You Soon
Shimmer Polish Jenny

china glaze bahamian escape
Night Sky Gradient

china glaze bahamian escape
Night Sky Gradient

china glaze bahamian escape
Night Sky Gradient

china glaze bahamian escape
Night Sky Gradient
I actually am very pleased with how this gradient turned out! I like how each nail is slightly different and more unique than the last :) I used the sponging method to create this gradient. I didn't have too much of an issue with cleanup this time; I decided to tape my nails. I think next time I'll try a gradient without glitter because that'll help with the cleanup even more! I topped this mani off with 1 coat of Out the Door and 1 coat of Diamond Dry, just so the glitter didn't remain gritty. The last photo is a closeup of the gradient; you can clearly see each color there!

What do you think of this gradient? Have any gradient recommendations/ideas?

Until next time,
-Shelby


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19 comments:

  1. AutteAugust 25, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    This is so pretty! It does look like the night sky and the glitter is like stars! I really like the glitter in this look. I think I need to do a gradient soon too! I love pink so i'd say try a pink gradient.

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  2. RebeccaAugust 25, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    I love how this turned out! Using so many colors for the gradient... I love it! It really does remind me of the night sky too. :)

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    1. Shelby's SwatchesAugust 25, 2012 at 10:08 AM

      Thank you, Rebecca! It wasn't too hard to use that many colors :)

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  3. Nail Dazzler Nails August 25, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    Very pretty. You did a great job:) Following. I invite you to check out my blog and follow if you like it :)

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    1. Shelby's SwatchesAugust 25, 2012 at 10:07 AM

      Thank you! I've actually been following your blog already haha

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  4. TuxarinaAugust 25, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    This is so cute! I love the color combination

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  5. Shelby's SwatchesAugust 25, 2012 at 10:09 AM

    Thanks heather!

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  6. Jacqui of The Scholarly NailAugust 25, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    This is absolutely beautiful!! Probably one of my favorite gradients I've ever seen. So amazing.

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  7. Katie SimpsonAugust 25, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    Beautiful gradient!

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  8. StephanieLouiseAugust 25, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    Really lovely!

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  9. JenniAugust 25, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    What a cool idea! You did a great job with so many colors! Looks beautiful!

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  10. esmeherediaAugust 25, 2012 at 11:38 PM

    love all the colors together and that glitter is gorgeous, great job! :D

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  11. Claire @ nuthinbutanailthing August 29, 2012 at 5:15 AM

    Oh, I really love this! Gorgeous colour combination, and the glitter on the end really sets it off! x

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