13 August 2010 ~ 26 Comments

Chanel Paradoxal vs Models Own Purple Grey

Chanel launch their new, highly anticipated shade Paradoxal today. Dubbed the ‘must-have’ shade for Autumn/Winter, you may have noticed the likeness between Paradoxal and Models Own Purple Grey. The Swatchaholic has done a great comparison of  Paradoxal and Purple Grey, take a look at the likeness!

Recently our ‘Most Wanted’ shade, Purple Grey is proving so popular that there is only limited stock left!

A snip of the hefty £16.50 price tag Chanel have put on Paradoxal, Purple Grey is only £5 (leaving you change to buy more nail polish of course!) So grab yours now while stocks last.

We will soon be opening a waiting list for those of you who are unable to get your hands on a bottle!

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26 July 2010 ~ 6 Comments

Models Own Weekly Blog Wrap!

This is a weekly feature that looks at reviews of Models Own products from our fast-growing blogging community. We really appreciate all the hard work you guys put into your articles and photographs and hope we can send a little extra traffic your way! If you want to get featured, simply blog about Models Own!

First up this week is Magic Maid who has done an amazing review of Models Own Proper Copper Nail Polish.

Next up it’s Lacquer Boudoir who’s done a fab electric leopard print manicure using Models Own Bubblegum Nail Polish.

Finally it’s over to Amelia who’s been trying out one of our newest polishes, Jade Stone.

Thanks everyone!  Remember that if you want to be featured in the blog wrap simply tweet us @modelsown on Twitter! See you next week!

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07 July 2010 ~ 18 Comments

Available NOW From Models Own: 12 Amazing New Nail Polish Colours!

We know how much you’ve been waiting for this! Available NOW on the Models Own website – 12 fabulous new colours of nail polish!

(From top-left to right: Lilac Fantasy, Evergreen, Blue Moon, Magenta Pearl, Lili’s Pink, Golden Peach, Green Flash, Cherry Pie, Peach Sherbet, Blue Lagoon, Mystic Mauve and Pure Purple.)

This brings our total to an incredible 90 colours of nail polish – see them all here, and hit the comments to let us know which of our new polishes you’re most excited about! X

PS. If you add a bottle of Jade Stone to your shopping basket and use code JADESTONE on checkout, you can get free P&P with your order! (T&Cs apply – see here for more details.)

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27 June 2010 ~ 3 Comments

Turning Tribal

The tribal trend is one of the big summer trends this summer, and we love it. From city shorts to floaty maxi dresses, the tribal print is a summer must-have.

We’ve found some of our favourite tribal prints along with the perfect Models Own Nail Polish colour to complete the look!

Team this maxi with a bright blue such as Feeling Blue.

Desire – Pink Peacock Feather Maxi Dress – £25

These tribal shorts would look great with bold Bubblegum.

Very Love Label Tribal Print Shorts – £25

This tribal dress from Oasis would look fab with our new Jade Stone shade.

Oasis Techno Tribal Dress – £55

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08 May 2010 ~ 0 Comments

Steal Her Style: Rihanna

Rihanna started her UK tour yesterday. Rihanna, who finishes her tour by headlining Radio One’s Big Weekend in Bangor (which we can’t wait to see!),  is no doubt going to wow on stage with some great outfits!

Rihanna’s quirky style has always been a favourite of ours at Models Own. See how to steal her style!

Rihanna

Dorothy Perkins Vest

Dorothy Perkins White Stripe Vest – £8.00

French Connection Vision Trouser

French Connection Vision Trouser – £75.00

Dolce and Gabbana Sunglasses

Dolce and Gabbana Sunglasses at John Lewis – £170.00

Models Own Red Alert Nail Polish – £5

What do you think of Rihanna’s style? Leave us a comment and let us know!

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27 April 2010 ~ 0 Comments

Steal Her Style – Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson looked stunning at last weeks Iron Man 2 premiere. Wearing this seasons must-have ‘ice cool’ colour, Scarlett flaunted her curves in a dove grey RM by Roland Mouret Artemis dress with some killer Christian Louboutin heels. See how to steal her style for less:

Scarlett Johansson

ASOS Dress

ASOS Pleat Front Jersey Waisted Dress – £26.00

Kurt Geiger Shoes

Kurt Geiger Miss KG Heels – £70

Turkish Delight

Models Own Turkish Delight Nail Polish – £5

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22 April 2010 ~ 2 Comments

Most Wanted – Lemon Meringue

This week’s Most Wanted is *drumroll* Lemon Meringue!

Lemon Meringue

Models Own Lemon Meringue – £5

This soft pastel shade is smooth and shiny, a season must-have.

Seen below courtesy of Lacquerized, this stunning candy colour looks fab, we can see why it’s this weeks Most Wanted.

Lemon Meringue

Lacquerized – Lemon Meringue

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11 March 2010 ~ 5 Comments

Most Wanted: Nude Beige

This weeks most wanted product is *drumroll*…. Nude Beige!

And we have to say it’s one of our favourites too. A perfect pastel for Spring, Models Own shade of Greige is glossy and smooth, great both day and night.

Nude Beige

Have you been wearing Nude Beige this week? If not, what have you been wearing? Leave us a comment below to tell us!

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11 February 2010 ~ 0 Comments

Taupe Talons

As seen in Heat magazine.

Heat Magazine & Models Own: Taupe Talons

Get The Look With Models Own

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04 January 2010 ~ 1 Comment

Get The Perfect Finish With Our Nail Care Tips

Have you been using lots of different nail varnishes over the festive season? Hands feeling a bit dry after all this cold weather? Well here at Models Own we have some top nail care tips to help achieve that perfect salon style finish.

Why not follow our basic nail care rules to help prevent your nails becoming stained, brittle or dry:

  • Wash hands after removing nail varnish with a mild soap and nailbrush.
  • Soak your fingers in warm water for a few minutes to soften the cuticles.
  • Gently push back the cuticles using an orange stick.
  • Trim and file nails to leave them smooth.
  • Finally apply some hand cream to prevent dry skin.

Pearly QueenAs well as general care for your nails we have some other expert tips to keep your nails looking fab.

Nail expert Vernice Walker says that, “Deep shades of nail polish leave your nails looking yellow and stained. In order to prevent this choose a neutral colour with a blue undertone.” We suggest trying the shimmery Pearly Queen to give you a great glam colour without staining your nails.

If you’re in a hurry to get somewhere and your nail varnish is taking too long to dry try running your hands under cold water for 1 minute. The cold water will stiffen the varnish and leave you without any smudges. Perfect!

One thing we hate is when our favourite nail varnishes get gloopy – well we may well have found an answer to our nail woes. Add a drop of nail varnish remover to your polish and shake well. This thins it, making it easier to use.

Do you have any top nail or make-up tips? Let us know your beauty secrets by leaving a comment below.

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