Just one.

So blog posts don't have to be super deep and insightful, right? Cause this one is not. At all. Just don't want you to get your hopes up. But as a self-proclaimed fashionista, (it's a hobby and passion), all I gotta say is that after over a year of not having fake nails, having been irritated about the maintenance and cost of them, I am totally falling back in love with them. Sure, you have to relearn how you type, button your pants, put on necklaces, etc., get "fills every 2-3 weeks"- the feminine feeling and cost of them is worth the time and investment. I feel like I have cat claws! Great for back scratching but also just to feel good about taking care of yourself. Nice, long nails make me feel glamorous. A little treat after a hectic work day. On top of that, they're a topic of conversation, and they look good when shaking hands, nicely groomed, little bit of swagger as they say. I love getting a traditionally-based design and tweaking it a bit. Fits in with my business meetings on the conservative side, yet displays a hint of personality. Creativity. Extroverted-ness. Characteristics that I find important in any marketing professional. Always be yourself, but align yourself with basic business etiquette.

I go to a place called Makiki Nails, not a fancy joint by any means, but I really like the customer service. Plus, I'm not spending a ton, which frees up funds for paying down my student loans from grad school! I know y'all hear me on that. Fml. 

You want crazy designs? Realistically- Not the place to come. Simple stuff. If I want hello kitty and sculptered bows and whatnot- l will go to kaimuki. However, Makiki Nails offers good color selection, convenient location. Inexpensive service with a smile, I'll take it!! 

The main point I would like to make (journalistically I should've started with this main point) - is that, no matter where you go for a mani- the 'one nail' trend is on point these days. Why be traditional? A Classic French mani with random fingers painted in vibrant colors (and designs if you wanna mix it up!) is where it's at. Any nail shop can do it, and it's  still business appropriate, with a little edge. My only advice is please don't get flowers...So 1991. Soooo over it with all the awesome nail art that is going on! You can do better!! Xo 

Get a reverse French or some hello kitty steeze. Stripes and acrylic bows. Get crazy Japanese style kawaii on those bad boys (see below). But---Flowers??? Please, no. Cause, 2014. Unless you're a tourist here - then get crazy and get a plumeria on that big toe! Go on with your vacationing self. Otherwise, back away from the standard floral cheesy mess. (Not judging, I've been there too!!)!

Final thoughts, Anjelah Johnson. Nail salon. Epic. Fave standup comedy routine. This will make you ROFL and LOL like no other....well, maybe only if you know nail salons, but still. And laugh your butt off. ;)