It’s all about nailing your look from head to toe literally! From the runway to the streets, nail art has emerged as a form of self expression and a favorite fashion accessory.

Don’t be caught dead with a chip nail or outdated airbrush! Justabrooklyngyrl will let you in on my fav Brooklyn nail boutiques and show you how your favorite celebs and everyday fashionista decorate their nails.

Most manicures start out the same way, some people choose to stay with the basic procedure and others opt for more creative options i.e., gel manicures which last up to two weeks without the polish chipping or running away from your fingers! All the steps of a basic manicure are taken except a special polish requires curing under a UV light.

Learning about the different types of manicures can help you decide what suits you best! While others still opt for artificial nails aka tips which is bonding the extension and acrylic. It involves a routine filling every two weeks.

From cracked to matte, polka dots to metallics! From nudes to blues!

Here’s justabrooklyngyrl’s Top 4 Nail Boutiques

Polish Bar 475 Myrtle Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11205

The Nail Boutique NYC 938 Fulton Street Brooklyn, NY 11238

Very Polished Lounge 1082 Fulton Street Brooklyn, NY 11238

Dashing Diva 130 Montague Street Brooklyn, NY 11201

Tag justabrooklyngyrl_ on Instagram with your nail art! Express yourself and Nail It!

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It’s likely that your in possession of a leather jacket that you no longer have use for or tired of… Well justabrooklyngyrl will help you bring it back to life!

Painting on jackets was popular in the late 70’s with punk movement with band names, studs to represent your movement and to make a statement. It’s slowly creeping back in style and are being worn by our fav celebs such as Pharrell and Beyonce.

So lets begin!

Materials:

Old Leather Jacket:(for practice you can use an old leather bag/clutch or wallet or even denim jeans that you no longer have use for and want to bring it back to life )

Acrylic Paints: As many colors you want to use (the ones made specifically for painting on leathers)

Stencils: Optional amazon.com will be your go to for stencils!  (if you don’t want to free hand or you are not into the graffiti look stencils will be perfect)

Paint Brushes: You will need at least 4 different size brushes (an angle brush, mop,flat and round brush)

Small Bowl

Rubbing Alcohol 

Chalk

Sand Paper 

Steps

Step 1

Use fine grit sand paper to remove any shiny parts to the leather you will paint be sure to wipe the residue off with a damp cloth

Step 2

Pour acyclic paint into bowl (be sure to not pour too much can always add more if needed)

Step 3

Using chalk (stencils) write or draw the art on the garment (this will give you a chance to make mistakes or change your mind before adding the acrylic paint)

Step 4

Now you are ready! Dip the paint brush into the acyclic paint and begin!(you will apply the paint twice for the first time back to back)

After each coat flex the leather so the paint won’t crack! Continue to paint over the chalk if you opt for a more bold look!

Don’t be afraid if it’s giving you the streaky look at first you will let it air dry for 3-4 hours then apply two more coats with the different brushes for a more bold and define look. The more coats with different paint brushes the better your garment will look!

Step 5

Once the garment completely dries take a damp cloth with rubbing alcohol and clean the chalk residue that might be left

And your done!

Be sure to share your photos rocking your DIY justabrooklyngyrl inspired jacket! Tag justabrooklyngyrl_ on Instagram for a feature!

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