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Today is Memorial Day, and while you may be enjoying it with the beach and a BBQ (I'm sure I'll partake in the latter), I like to remember the service of veterans and those who have fallen. I have done this manicure before, but I like to redo it every year. Every year, I buy poppies from local veterans, so if you see the "Buddy Poppy" around your town, please donate $1 and wear it proudly! I have one of my work purse year round.
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| Memorial Day Veteran Poppies Nail Art |
Buddy poppies (the one in my photos below) are made by disabled veterans. To read the history of the buddy poppy, check out this short, but informative article.
I used a base of China Glaze I Truly Azure You (blue). The grass is a blend of All Glammed Up (mint green) and Emerald Bae (darker green). The poppies are Flame-boyant (red). I added a basic white and black creme for the clouds and poppy details. I topped it all with matte top coat. All these colors are from the new Summer Reign collection, which I will post individual swatches of soon!
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| Memorial Day Veteran Poppies Nail Art |
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| Memorial Day Veteran Poppies Nail Art |
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| Memorial Day Veteran Poppies Nail Art |
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| Memorial Day Veteran Poppies Nail Art |
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| Memorial Day Veteran Poppies Nail Art |
Here's how it looked shiny. I prefer matte, but both are perfect for the occasion.
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| Memorial Day Veteran Poppies Nail Art |
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I think I like it better matte, too. I also believe it is a more somber holiday. Really lovely design.
ReplyDeleteI like it better matte as it shows off the details. Thank you. I try to remember the root of this "day off."
DeleteThis is such a lovely way to remember and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteThank you. I love the symbolism of the poppy.
DeleteBeautiful mani and such a great thing to do!
ReplyDeleteI like to promote the Buddy Poppies. It's such a great cause.
DeleteSuch a great manicure and a perfect tribute! Your freehand skills are on point <3
ReplyDeleteThanks! Poppies are super easy too!
DeleteI remember my grandmother taking me to the VFW to get the poppies each year! This is a gorgeous mani!
ReplyDeleteGlad I could bring back memories! I always find them selling at traffic lights!
DeleteWOW! That's gorgeous! I like it better matte so you can really see all the details of your art.
ReplyDeleteExactly. I think that's why I always matte my art.
DeleteThank you! I love the origin of the Poppies.
ReplyDeleteThis is so peaceful and beautiful! I always love your free hand art and this one makes me happy.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful mani and such a lovely way to pay tribute.
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