Backstage with Preciosa

When it comes to fabulous crystals and gemstones the brand Preciosa is a true showstopper. Their one of a kind pieces are statement staples for jewelry as well as chandeliers. If you love sparkly things Preciosa can make it shine! My most recent closeup of their work was behind the scenes during Fashion Week SS'18 where they collaborated with The Blonds for another fabulous runway show.

The details on the outfits were amazing to see behind the scenes as well as the quality of the crystals. Everything looked rich and stunning to the eye which was a perfect match for The Blonds creative style. There were so many signature parts in the collection that were truly amazing every piece told a story and came alive.

Check the video feature of Preciosa backstage at The Blonds, get the scoop on how well they maintain their top status in the industry as well as the stunning factors that come together within the designs.

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Backstage Access: NYFW CND at The Blonds SS'18

The backstage scene was live and in full effect at The Blonds SS'18 it was truly a fun and vibrant party. I was able to get the beauty scoop on the nail creations from CND Founder and Style Director Jan Arnold. The nails for this seasons runway show is encrusted with so much sparkles, glow in the dark elements and perfect hand painting art. It was super fabulous to see the nails up close before the show. Check back for full coverage of the Backstage Nail post which will feature the models rocking the styles featured in the video.


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Backstage Nails: NYFW The Blonds FW'17

If you love true glamour nails The Blonds FW'17 collection gave a  good show when it came to their nail game. And they have to thank the brand CND for making that happen on the runway. Crafted with diamond like precision, the nails featured moonlit colors and hypnotic effects representative of a woman's tailsman.

“The Blonds are true creative partners,” said CND Co-founder and Style Director Jan Arnold. “Our artistic spirits have always been intertwined, and this season elevated that synergy to a new level. Similar to their latest collection, CND’s Fall 2017 trend story is rooted in mercurial hues for spellbinding beauty with a dark and seductive edge.”

“We’ve created some of our most extraordinary masterpieces for The Blonds over the years,” said creative lead Shelena Robinson. “This season, we challenged ourselves to push the boundaries of our artistry with new innovative thinking, and we did it with love. It was all about sophistication and refinement for us this time around.”

“CND is simply incredible,” said The Blonds Creative Director David Blond. “The nails are always the last touch of glamour to finalize the look.”

“For this show, we actually decided to forego jewelry on the wrists and hands altogether because we really wanted the nails to serve that key purpose,” added designer Phillipe Blond. “And we knew CND would deliver like none other!”

Backstage Nails: NYFW The Blonds FW'16

 

 

If you're a lover of true nail art these designs are right up your alley. It's all about bringing that raw, dramatic visual feature from the runway to the audience. CND and The Blonds collaboration together is magical and vibrant. The whole concept is full of life and good times!

 

 

New York, NY (February 17, 2016) – CND, the global leader in professional nail products and services, was a showstopper at The Blonds Fall/Winter 2016 Show at MILK Studios in New York. The inspiration was 1950s Hollywood glamour with elements of the unusual world of Alice in Wonderland.

“CND’s Winter 2016 trend story evokes glitter glam, dazzling jewel tones and red carpet couture, and this was the perfect opportunity to tell that story with a trippy twist!”

 

To complete the runway collection, the unrivaled artists of the CND Design Lab Team created a distinct nail style for every look. The stiletto-shaped nails and their 3D embellishments were hand-sculpted with RETENTION+™ Liquid & Powder and BRISA™ Gel, then adorned with SHELLAC™ Brand 14+ Day Nail Color, VINYLUX™ Weekly Polish and CND™ Additives. The color palette featured a dynamic range of opalescent pinks, pearlescent brights and metallic blues, anchored in black patent and fishnet. One model donned a vibrant bouquet laced with thorns, while another showcased “Eat me,” “Drink me” and “Lick me” cookies adhered with edible glue. Nails were ornamented with unconventional materials like ribbons, feathers, foils, sequins, metal, faux fur and smoke – even crystals and stones created entirely out of nail products. A result of over 900 combined hours of production, these over-the-top designs were the perfect accessory for The Blonds’ dramatic collection.

 

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