Bare nails are not a thing

pictured: an alternative to bare nails, sheer nails. / Chanel Affirmee nail polish for summer 2026 /

Bare nails are not a thing. Don’t believe everything you see on the internet. The people touting bare nails on social media as luxury and the current trend, don’t live in a luxury world. They are just promoting their own personal opinion which is not reality.

When people have bare nails, it is for a number of reasons. Some of those reasons may include a person is between manicures, or the polish chipped and they didn’t have time to repaint before going out so they opted to remove the polish, or someone is working on something that may chip their nails so they are paint-free, or for religious reasons, or they simply don’t like nail polish; and many more explanations. It has nothing to do with luxury, and everything to do with choices and lifestyle.

If you are wondering about luxury and nail polish, and what the correlation might be, you’re seeking an answer to something very individual. Nail polish is something artistic, and everyone expresses themselves in different ways. Some people prefer long nails, some short. Some people like nail art, others prefer one color. The list goes on.

I know “looking rich” or “looking wealthy” is a current internet and social media trend, but what is that trend really? It doesn’t matter if you try to look a certain way outside of your tax bracket, you will still look like you. Looking like a tax bracket above yours, isn’t about the bag you carry, the nails you have painted, or the colors you wear, it is a vibe and how you carry yourself. It is a lifestyle you can afford or not afford. So instead of seeking to look a certain way which doesn’t represent your bank account, how about dressing for yourself and reflecting your own personal lifestyle and vibe. You will feel more secure and luxurious than you ever imagined.

Oh, and have fun with your nails! Paint them any color you are in the mood for, don’t let some random social media account tell you bare nails are a thing, because they are not a trend, just a choice.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Summer 2026 outfit ideas for a Broadway show

Outfit one: gold hoop earrings / navy dress / belted tote / high heels / Outfit two: gold hoop earrings / black handbag / brown dress / black boots /

One of my favorite movies is coming alive on stage this summer at Broadway San Jose! “The Sound of Music” is one of the greatest movies of all time, and the Broadway stage version will be right here in San Jose July 21-26 at the San Jose Center for Performing Arts. Love this!

I also love that fact that Broadway San Jose is giving Bay Area Fashionista readers a fabulous special deal! You can save 25% off a 4-pack of tickets* to The Sound of Music at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts! This amazing offer is valid for Tuesday – Thursday performances only. CLICK UNLOCK before selecting your seats and enter the code: CPA84B to access the offer.

*Valid for Tuesday – Thursday performances on select seats only, while supplies last. Offer is processed as 25% off from base price of each ticket when 4 or more seats are selected. ALL SALES FINAL. No exchanges or refunds. Dates, times, prices, and cast subject to change without notice. Offer available while supplies last. Ticketmaster fees apply. ALL SALES FINAL. No exchanges or refunds.

You can find tickets online at BroadwaySanJose.com.  Don’t miss out! This show is going to be amazing!

Also, I have a couple outfit ideas for the show! Outfit one is perfect if you will be coming from the office to the show. Outfit two is a fun little look for weekend shows.

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I am so excited to see “The Sound of Music” come alive on stage! I hope you are too! Don’t forget to get your tickets asap!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

*I was given tickets to the show from Broadway San Jose in exchange for this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own, the tickets did not change or influence my opinion.

Pink nail polish for summer 2026

Pink nail polish for summer 2026 from top left: base color, sparkling top coat / sheer cream pink / metallic pink / sparkling sheer pink /

Pink nail polish is hot hot hot for summer 2026! While oceanic hues started off the warm weather season, pink has started to take over as the office-appropriate hue and more low-key shade. So while you can still rock your oceanic nail polish, pink is the hot alternative for a more understated and conservative vibe.

Any type of pink nail polish works for the summer of 2026. You can go with a heavy cream polish, a sheer cream, a sparkling sheer coat, or my favorite-the metallic pink. The shade of pink is up to you too. You can choose a light, baby pink or go towards the middle; the type of pink you already own or want to buy, it’s up to you! Although, dark pinks aren’t being shown, you can go a little bit wild with a shocking pink or fuchsia hue.

Shop pink nail polish for summer 2026 online:

So pick and pink, and enjoy!

Thanks for stopping by, and stay tuned for more summer coverage!

XOXO

Cathy