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OPI Euro Centrale Collection by OPI Swatch Preview (part I)

OPI EURO CENTRALE COLLECTION BY OPI SWATCH PREVIEW

OPI Euro Centrale Collection by OPI

Just released for Spring/Summer 2013, Euro Centrale by OPI is a gorgeous collection of nail lacquers ranging from bold metallic shimmers, to deep reds and violets, to bright and girly shades.

Pictured here are You’re Such a Budapest (periwinkle purple perfect for spring) and Suzi’s Hungary Again (a bold and bright creamy pink).

Stay tuned for more swatches from Euro Centrale by OPI!

Euro Centrale by OPI

Classic meets contemporary with Euro Centrale by OPI for Spring/Summer 2013. Celebrating a region where history meets modern design, the collection’s twelve new nail lacquers offer a mixture of glamorous metallic hues; playful bright shades in periwinkle, aqua and pink; and creamy blues in indigo, midnight and aubergine. “Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Romania make up an exciting new fashion hotspot,” explains Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director.  “When visiting these countries, you’ll view Gothic churches alongside vibrant graffiti murals, blending two very different aesthetics. This fusion of old and new was also seen in runway looks during New York Fashion Week, where classic styles were reinvented with modern silhouettes and patterns. “Euro Centrale boasts a wide variety of shades, ranging from pale nude to deep blue – and featuring everything from shimmering copper to aqua in between!,” continues Weiss-Fischmann. “Whether you’re looking to spice up a black and white print, or add neutrality to a vivid brocade, these lacquers are designed to accessorize spring’s hottest looks.” Euro Centrale by OPI includes the following shades:

Polka.com

Blue and violet are dancing partners in this glittery combo.

OPI…Eurso Euro

This deep blue cream is very continental.

Suzi’s Hungary AGAIN!

Thank goodness there are zero calories in this warm and yummy pink!

You’re Such a BudaPest

If I let you borrow this periwinkle-purple, will you go away?

 

Can’t Find My Czechbook

I hope you take credit, because I must have this aqua!

 

My Paprika is Hotter than Yours!

Get the extinguisher…this fiery red is sizzling!

Hands Off My Kielbasa!

Get your own…this bronzy tan is all mine!

OY–Another Polish Joke!

So this shimmery-gold walks into a bar…

A Woman’s Prague-ative

I’m changing this shimmery copper for…never mind!

Vant to Bite My Neck?

You know you want to…wear this deep eggplant.

I Saw…U Saw…We Saw…Warsaw

Be seen in this deep midnight blue.

 

My Vampire is Buff

Creamy, pale and nude…just how I like my vampires.

  Euro Centrale Collection nail lacquer shades contain no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde, and each includes OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application. Euro Centrale by OPI will be available February 6, 2013, at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA, for $9.00 ($10.95 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer. For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!  

Weekend Reads from the Beauty Blogger Coalition

Beauty Blog Coalition - Weekly Roundup Because it’s Sunday, and because we all love the ladies of the Beauty Blog Coalition, I give you the weekly roundup from our favorite beauty blogs. Now, back to the kitchen to whip up one of my favorite quick and inexpensive dinners – Buffalo Chicken Salad. (Recipe from the lovely Pioneer Woman). Happy reading!

 

3 Steps to a Hair Bow Created 2 Ways – Tutorial By Marc Anthony Hair Care

The hair bow: It looks like a bit of a task to create but in reality is really quite simple. It can be done in three easy steps and works remarkably well on straight, wavy or curly hair. The finish on each hair type looks quite different but equally quaint.  This look works well on many levels. It’s perfect for day functions as well as something a bit more formal. The trick is to keep it a little untidy so that it has a grown up finish. We like to show this in two different variations. The first has a ‘Gossip Girl’ pretty, casual vibe and the other is a bit more posh and proper.

3 Steps to a Hair Bow Created 2 Ways - Marc Anthony How-To Tutorial

HAIR BOW — HOW TO GET THE LOOK:

PRETTY CASUAL HALF UP
  1. Ponytail: First, add some texture to the hair with a bit of Beach Spray. Decide on your hair part and then separate two sections of hair from ear to ear over the crown. Pull both sides back and bind it with an elastic to create a half ponytail. Lightly spray the ponytail with Hairspray and gently back brush it. You want a bit more texture for hold and visual interest. Bow Ponytail Hair Tutorial
  2. Bunny Ears: Separate the pony into two sections. Take one section, bend it into a half oval shape and pin it in place. Repeat with the other section as if you are creating bunny ears. Ponytail Bow Hair Tutorial _MG_8444_edit2
  3. Wrap: Wrap the remaining piece of hair around the centre to create the middle of the bow and pin in place. Play with the bow a bit and, if you like, carefully spread it out to make it bigger. Spray lightly with Hairspray. Hair Bow How To Tutorial

Leaving the rest of the hair out gives this a relaxed finish and works really well with straight, waves or curls.

POSH AND PROPER

You can make this look dressy by taking the remaining hair that has been left out and creating another bow. Just repeat the same three steps: 1) Ponytail; 2) Bunny Ears; 3) Wrap. Adding another bow turns this into an updo that has a fresh modern take on your traditional updo’s. Give it a final spritz with Hairspray and you’re bows are perfectly wrapped. Hair Bow Like Lady Gaga Tutorial

Marc Anthony products are available… In the USA at Walgreens (www.walgreens.com), Rite Aid (www.riteaidonlinestore.com) www.drugstore.com and other retailers. Dream Waves Beach Spray available now – suggested retail price $8.99. The New Oil of Morocco Argan Oil Volume Shine Hairspray will be available Spring/Summer 2013 – suggested retail price $8.99. In Canada at Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart Canada and other retailers. Dream Waves Beach Spray available now – suggested retail price $11.99. The New Oil of Morocco Argan Oil Volume Shine Hairspray will be available Spring/Summer 2013 – suggested retail price $10.99.

Visit www.marcanthony.com for more information on Marc Anthony Hair Care.

Image credits to Marc Anthony Cosmetics Inc.