on the nails: the lizard look

I still only do my nails rarely, so far, even after acquiring no small amount of nail stuff. I am quite slow, and need a large chunk of time, and just want to take it all off if I’m dissatisfied with the results. Stamping especially is not for the faint of heart. I find it can be meditative, though, provided I am more or less qualified to do what I’ve set out to do. I have to concentrate enough that I can’t really focus on anything else, such that I seem genuinely to have nothing in my head except for the abstract sense of attentiveness.  And even if it doesn’t turn out, who cares?

If it does turn out, I can stare at it all the time/it distracts me (and begins to become intolerable as soon as it begins to chip).

I admit it is sometimes a strained relationship.

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This is OPI Jade is the New Black (really like this on its own) over a base coat of OPI Nail Envy, layered with the Pueen10 plate  snakeskin motif stamped in China Glaze Yellow Polka Dot Bikini. OPI RapiDry between coats.

It is bordering on questionable how much I’m into snakeskin right now.

white linen

Know, first, who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly.

– Epictetus c. A.D. 55 – c. 135^

What is not to appreciate about linen pants? Particularly white ones in the summer. Loose and light, casual yet polished.

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Victoria’s Secret bikini top and linen beach pants, Pearls of Joy 9-10mm studs*, Breil Milano watch (thrifted), python leather cuff and wayfarer-style sunglasses (eBay), gladiator sandals, on the nails: OPI Jade is the New Black, on the lips: Tom Ford Wild Ginger.

I really like large, chunky pieces on my wrist(s), lately. Where by lately I mean…always.

*If you haven’t seen my pearl stud size guide, you can check it out here.

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[coconut water w/ seltzer, mint, lime]

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