Lindsay Lohan Manicure DON'T vs. Summer Polish Looks that Nail It

No doubt (unless you've been under a rock) you've heard about Lindsay Lohan's recent nail polish related news story. What offended me was less the message she wrote and more the awful swirls of colors she chose to have painted on in the first place. Getting your nails done adds polish to your look (literally). The right mani pedi can look so divine that you can forgo accessories and let your fingers (and toes) do the talking.

So even if you never get a manicure, summer 2010 is the perfect time to give polish another chance.

Hate when your freshly varnished nails start a-chipping? Who doesn't? It feels like a colossal waste of money. But now, there's a long wearing nail polish that boats fourteen days of mirror like shine. Shellac lasts for two weeks--even with dish washing, swimming and other hostile-to-nail-polish behavior. It works because it's a hybrid formula, giving you the durability of acrylics without damaging your natural nails. Use the Creative Nail Design locater to find a salon that uses this revolutionary product near you.

Sick of pink and red nails? If you've avoided nail polish because you're bored with classic looks, then this is the perfect time to dive back in. I'm loving the new neutrals look. There's Chanel Particuliere for a fun putty color that looks mega sophisticated. For more than half the price, you can try Butter nail polish in Fash Pack.  Or for $1 lousy dollar, get some e.l.f. nail polish in a similar hue. There's also the trend of matte nails, like this neutral from OPI. I like the unexpected greige nail worn with a a loud bikini or white jeans to look fresh this summer. If you want a vibrant summer color, I'm also loving the turquoise trend. Try this loud and proud turquoise shade from Pop for nails that fit right in on an azure beach. I'm also loving lilac nails like this Essie shade.

Hate spending money to get your nails done but not sure how to DIY at home? Here's a great video from Canadian Living on how-to give yourself a manicure that is super helpful.

Now you have no excuse! This summer rock those jewel-like nails.

Got favorite nail polish hue? Leave it in the comments below.
 

Annie Mebane is a screenwriter and improviser living in Los Angeles. A veteran Savings.com DealPro and beauty product aficionado, you can catch her blogging about beauty on Wednesdays.