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Guest Blogger: BunnieXOXO from BSugarCoated's 'Spotty Octopus' Mani

Spotty Octopus mani by BSugarCoated

This week, guest blogger BunnieXOXO from bsugarcoated drew inspiration for her "Spotty Octopus" manicure from the Louis Vuitton display windows designed by Yayoi Kusama, which wowed visitors at the NYC flagship store last summer (see pics here).

The colors used are ORLY Luxe Coat in Red Hot, Mint Chip and Pretty In Pink, courtesy of Orly Nails. Keep reading for the step-by-step tutorial, then head on over to bsugarcoated for more details on the nail polishes used. —BB

Guest Blogger: BunnieXOXO from BSugarCoated's Summer Gradient Nails Tutorial

Summer gradient nails

If spring's warm weather has you dreaming of sun-drenched beaches and clear blue skies, then you're going to love today's mani! Brought to you by guest blogger BunnieXOXO from bsugarcoated, today's nail art tutorial showcases a simple technique for creating an ombre or gradient effect using three nail polish hues and a sponge. The result is a light and airy "landscape" that mimics a sunset (or sunrise) with an endless horizon. Peep the tutorial after the jump, then head to bsugarcoated for details on the nail polish colors and tools used. —BB

Guest Blogger: BunnieXOXO from BSugarCoated's 'Great Gatsby' Mani

BunnieXOXO's 'Great Gatsby' art deco nail art tutorial

My girl BunnieXOXO from bsugarcoated has really outdone herself with today's Mani Monday! Her "Great Gatsby" inspired art deco mani is BEYOND. It's glamorous, opulent and perfect for a special occasion when you really want your nails to shine and make a statement.

Keep reading for the step-by-step tutorial (just click the image to view a large version), then head over to bsugarcoated for details on the mark nail polishes used, which are part of the limited-edition mark Marrakesh "Instant Vacation" Collection (available for $7 here). —BB