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  • Опубліковано 19 вер 2024

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  • @PennyDeFelippo
    @PennyDeFelippo 9 років тому +2

    Oh my goodness Nicki. I am absolutely in love with these. I THINK they may be my favorite to this day! The white is gorgeous but the ring fingers are stunning. I just watched your mum's tuxedo design, which is also to die for. I find your voice soothing as well as your mum's. Have a great time at the show. I look forward to seeing what you get there and what you do with it later! Love ya hun, bye bye.

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому +1

      +Penny DeFelippo Wow penny thank you so much for your amazing comment you always say such lovely things about mine n mums nails xx

    • @PennyDeFelippo
      @PennyDeFelippo 9 років тому +1

      I only speak the truth hun. You both do awesome nails and nail designs. You have great imaginations with some of the crazy, but fantastic designs. After almost 2 years, I still can't do a simple pink and white on myself LOL. I practiced so much on myself that now I'm allergic to acrylic. I live vicariously through you and your mum. So, keep em coming and I'll keep watching.xo :-)

  • @NolaTheAlamoChiliQueen
    @NolaTheAlamoChiliQueen 9 років тому

    I love those nails; they are so absolutely snow white! You combine your mixes so well, always the perfect balance of color and glitter. When I watch your vids I always come away inspired!

  • @najowion
    @najowion 9 років тому +1

    I love your design the crisp of the white and the urban of the bling and chain. But you Mom's design was very much easy for me to try to do myself. And I really appreciate that. I am subbed to you both and Love all the art work that you both create...

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому +1

      +NUENEW THE HAIR DIVA Yeah mums tend to be a bit easier than mine lol...i Like a challenge !! xx

  • @edwinceja6191
    @edwinceja6191 8 років тому +1

    I enjoy watching your nails. Because of your videos I got in to doing my self.

  • @kirakiranail
    @kirakiranail 9 років тому +3

    Woow this design is so pretty! It reminds me of winter and frozen. I agree, your mother has a very calming voice and her designs are amazing! :D xo

  • @mamaindy61
    @mamaindy61 7 років тому

    I'm not sure how I missed these nails. Wow!!!

  • @TheLacquerLassie
    @TheLacquerLassie 9 років тому

    This is honestly one of my favourite designs you've ever done! It's so classy and just beautiful

  • @trishwlkr
    @trishwlkr 9 років тому

    personally l think these are my favorite nails of all time, just gorgeous.

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +trish walker Awww Thank you so much for ur lovely comment xx

  • @AliceR1809
    @AliceR1809 9 років тому +1

    Amazing Nicki... the chain was such a better idea... tfs sweetie... Oh im so in love with your Mum tutorials, designs.. lol and he deligate voice..much love to you both ..

  • @beccablueeyes99
    @beccablueeyes99 9 років тому +5

    These are both such lovely nails. You and your mum did an amazing job. Thanks for the inspiration and darn you for the damage you do to my wallet. So many crystals. So much glitter. You would think that I was a fairy with the amount of sparkles you inspire me to buy! Lol.

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому +2

      +Rebecca Woodward Lol rebecca it can be an expensive hobby always something to buy !!!!!!! xx

    • @karinawoodward2709
      @karinawoodward2709 8 років тому

      we have the same last name that's sooooooooooooo cool what a small world we live in

  • @KZEllis
    @KZEllis 7 років тому +1

    Love these, and great music to go along...thank you so much for sharing your creativity! 💖

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  7 років тому

      KZ Ellis Awwww thank you so much hun 😘 xx

  • @Twiniieee
    @Twiniieee 9 років тому +2

    It's not my personal aesthetic but I still love to watch your videos! It is fascinating to watch you do your nails with such artistry! The amount of thought you put into your designs is incredible! They look absolutely stunning! :)

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому +2

      Even thou these nails arnt ur 'cup of tea' I sincerely appreciate that u still watched this video and left me an absolutely amazing comment. Thank you ever so much hun, it means a lot to me xx

  • @elainewhite9361
    @elainewhite9361 9 років тому +2

    WOW Gorgeous nails Nicki xx

  • @kamnieelleston466
    @kamnieelleston466 9 років тому +1

    I love, love, love absolutely gorgeous!! I'm gonna try it. Thanks for sharing

  • @shelliematter2503
    @shelliematter2503 9 років тому

    I love these. I am a big fan of the white glitter tips. these are without a doubt my favorite nail designs!!!! awesome. also. love that your mum did a theme nail to match!!!!!

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Shellie Matter Thank you Shellie glad you like them xx

  • @colleenasteevesbos6975
    @colleenasteevesbos6975 7 років тому +1

    WOW! I love, love, love your design.

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  7 років тому

      Colleen A Steeves Bos Thank you Colleen 😊 xx

  • @NailsofNorway
    @NailsofNorway 9 років тому +5

    These are going into my huge pile of favorite nails from you! Love love love this nailset hunn! xoxo

    • @trash_can_1871
      @trash_can_1871 8 років тому

      You are talented +nails of norway

    • @NailsofNorway
      @NailsofNorway 8 років тому

      I wish those where my doing..but no. I guess I have some practice ahead of me before I get to this! :-) Those nails are made by ***** ;)

  • @timanttimaarit
    @timanttimaarit 9 років тому

    What a lovely idea with the chain. Beautiful.

  • @sylviashackleton9635
    @sylviashackleton9635 9 років тому

    Absolutely bloody stunning!! I really have to do something with my nails. You are queen of all that is nails! Thank you for your lovely videos.

  • @SummerWaters85
    @SummerWaters85 9 років тому

    WOW!!!! I really really love these nails. There give me winter/ice realness. Absolutely stunning. Love them Nicki. xxx

  • @susany.466
    @susany.466 9 років тому

    Wow, you are amazing at sculpting. I love Saturdays. I get so excited when I see the latest new Absolute Nails video ready to view.

  • @4blueyedgirl
    @4blueyedgirl 9 років тому

    the irridescent glitter is absolutely delicious in this design....

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +4blueyedgirl Yes its a lovely colour Thanks xx

  • @yayanails
    @yayanails 9 років тому

    OMG....This design is stunning I have a lot of talent charm never tire of telling you thank you very much for sharing greetings from Mexico

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +yayanails Awww Thank you so much for ur lovely comment xx

  • @scottishserin
    @scottishserin 9 років тому

    A tiny star or moon charm on the end of that dangling bit of chain would be so cute. Love the end results darling. You are so incredibly talented. Im a licensed nail tech and would pay you for lessons. You truly have great skills. Women here in Texas love to bling out our nails...thank you for all your hard work at making these vids. Have fun at the show with your mum. Hugs to you both. XO Serin

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +scottishserin Yes good idea im always looking for nail bits everywhere i go...Lovely comment thank you. Texas how nice n warm there i can only dream !!!!!!!!! xx

  • @MissUnderstoodOfficial
    @MissUnderstoodOfficial 7 років тому

    Too much talent. The beauty and craft oh my

  • @dawnoneill4003
    @dawnoneill4003 8 років тому

    WOW these are so elegant and classy I love them x x you blow my mind with the amount of stunning nail designs you do x super pretty x x

  • @rachelspenser3031
    @rachelspenser3031 9 років тому +2

    Even though the nails are too long for my own personal choice, I am a sucker for the glitter in this one, gorgeous :) And the chain idea is really effective :)

  • @marvelmeg199
    @marvelmeg199 9 років тому

    Such an inspiration. I love your work. A true artist!

  • @ssy1pny
    @ssy1pny 9 років тому

    Wedding'ish & beautiful. I love your mom's channel. Been watching her for a while.

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Sandra Furtado Awww Thank you and glad yoi like "our" chanels xx

  • @justiniantbh
    @justiniantbh 8 років тому

    i absolutely LOVE french tips with super elongated nail beds...they're just my favorite kind of nails to be honest!
    beautiful set, and lovely work...keep it up! :)

    • @infernum6079
      @infernum6079 8 років тому +1

      These kinds of nails I wish I have. My actual nails are short, bitten and have ALOT of hangnails >.

  • @rskj4life
    @rskj4life 9 років тому

    I lovelovelove these!!! they are be.a.u.tiful!!! I love that you can see the chain through the nail. I could totally see these on a winter bride. another gorgeous set by you!

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Sarah Ponsart Awww Thank you so much for ur lovely comment xx

  • @uniquenailz4028
    @uniquenailz4028 9 років тому +9

    Your nails are so beautiful nic xx

  • @tiffanymchale2702
    @tiffanymchale2702 9 років тому +2

    lol yes she does have a very calm voice and i loved her tie nails lol and thr rind finger on yours cant wait to see what you get from the show !!

  • @caterbugkay3346
    @caterbugkay3346 9 років тому

    Breathtakingly beautiful. Love your work!!

  • @TurkiBooNyc
    @TurkiBooNyc 8 років тому +3

    I love how u can functuon in your daily life wearing show length nails. ive only ever seen them this long in nail design competition and to be honest hun theyr absolutly gorgeous every single time I come see ya ! :) :) :) inspired me to do my first 3d flower girl!! soon as I figure out how to ill post it to my channel:)

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  8 років тому +4

      Awwww thank youuuu. I usually have them this length now, it's somethin u have to get used too but it feels weird without them!! Xx

    • @TurkiBooNyc
      @TurkiBooNyc 8 років тому +1

      +Absolute Nails I absolutely agree I loove love loveee doing my tips too! :) thnx to your videos much better now ... actualy TONS better lol moving oj to the building gels now! lets see ehow this goes but you mae everything look so easy and colorful ugh I just love it ya da best my girl!

  • @vmendez1164
    @vmendez1164 9 років тому

    Oh my...I just love your designs simply gorgeous!

  • @violetsellers3890
    @violetsellers3890 5 років тому

    I love u and mums channel.the wedding nails are my favorite

  • @HaleyTetroe
    @HaleyTetroe 8 років тому

    These are soooooo pretty! My god that glitter is so beautiful and ethereal! I can't believe you're almost to 100,000 subscribers, that's amazing!!

  • @AiraRia
    @AiraRia 8 років тому +12

    They look so pretty but i would probably hurt myself with nails this length and also the little bit of chain just swinging around would drive me insane x)

    • @abrialelise7283
      @abrialelise7283 8 років тому +4

      right! the little bit of chain would make me crazy.

    • @infernum6079
      @infernum6079 8 років тому +1

      Same. I love them, but I can't have them xD

  • @janefox7332
    @janefox7332 9 років тому

    wowwwww nik iv got to say theses glow in the dark are my favourite by far i love them they are so elegant design so pretty love the chain around your ring finger it looks beautiful keep doing what you are doing hunni have a great time you and your mummy love ya :)!!!!!!!!!

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Jane Fox Awww Thank you so much for ur lovely comment xx

  • @wayneandrews5637
    @wayneandrews5637 9 років тому

    Absolutely fabulous!! Stunning set of nails! 💅😍

  • @paulinegrant3463
    @paulinegrant3463 9 років тому

    Another stunning set of nails, enjoy the Beauty show I love going to them to xx

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому +1

      +Pauline Grant Thanks pauline i will be doing a haul video xx

  • @feliciaw934
    @feliciaw934 9 років тому

    You are the nail God! Love love loooooooooooooooooooooooooove you!!!!

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Felicia W Awwwww thank youuuuu Felicia xxx

  • @lieshadiaz8527
    @lieshadiaz8527 8 років тому

    my mother in law would just LOVE you to do her nails. Lol shed never leave you.

  • @dahyanaespeche1302
    @dahyanaespeche1302 9 років тому

    wow que hermosas!!!!las amoo!!!

  • @mamaindy61
    @mamaindy61 5 років тому

    Wow!! Those are so pretty! Your mom’s design reminds me of a tuxedo. And yes, I’m subscribed to her too.

  • @GottaHandItToDani
    @GottaHandItToDani 9 років тому +2

    These nails are gorgeous 😍 beautiful work

  • @shortfatandangry
    @shortfatandangry 9 років тому +29

    i would end up hurting myself with nails that long. . .

  • @joannecoates6372
    @joannecoates6372 9 років тому +2

    Gorgeous hunni have fun xxx

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому +1

      +joanne coates Thank you joanne we did it was really good xx

  • @ZoMbIeS007
    @ZoMbIeS007 9 років тому

    i have been watching your nail videos for a long time and i just want to tell you how wonderful i think you are. i aspire to be the nail artist you are. i only have 1 year experience doing acrylic and my goal is to get to your level.
    keep being awesome! XO

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +ZoMbIeS007 Awwww thank you so much hunni. Its taken me 8 years to be able to do the nails i do now. Keep practising, thats the best advise i can give anyone =) xxx

  • @elizabethbotelho32
    @elizabethbotelho32 9 років тому

    OH MY DEAR GOD!!!! these are freaking amazing!!!!!!! WOW!!! I love them hunni.. you are amazing!!! tfs sweetie big hugs and lots of love sweetie

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому +1

      +East Coast Nail Diva (Liz) Awww Thank you so much for ur lovely comment xx

    • @elizabethbotelho32
      @elizabethbotelho32 9 років тому

      ***** you welcome sweetie

  • @katelyndionne9349
    @katelyndionne9349 8 років тому

    i cant stop watching this video i love love love this set!!!

  • @ruthjmhughes
    @ruthjmhughes 9 років тому

    Loved this design!! so elegant, definitely something I could see myself wearing too. :)

  • @looiiev1978
    @looiiev1978 9 років тому

    Love the chain nails!!

  • @nails_n_nature
    @nails_n_nature 9 років тому

    Wow I loved it! I would love even more to see it in square shaped nails

  • @morenareyna6365
    @morenareyna6365 9 років тому

    Amazing marvelous! Me with those nails omG my eyes would be gone....I'm soo clumsy, that is why I go with small ones. BEAUTIFUL NAILS THOUGH!

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Consuelo Sandoval Lol thanks hunni, they made excellent tooth picks thou!!! xx

    • @morenareyna6365
      @morenareyna6365 9 років тому

      *****​ hahahaha omG beautiful woman you made laugh soo hard YOU'VE MADE MY DAY!! Thank you 😂😂😂😂

  • @susanking9502
    @susanking9502 9 років тому

    Simply GORGEOUS! You and your mum are going to turn heads with your nail designs! I wished I could wear things like the chain on my nails, but I am not delicate enough to wear them...lol I know I would break in within a few hours...ha ha Thank you so much for sharing! Have fun!

  • @MzSanchez87
    @MzSanchez87 9 років тому +2

    Your work is amazing!! Wished you lived where I live so you could do my nail every day..lol

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому +1

      +MzSanchez87 Awwww thank you hunni.................. I wish i lived there too its always cold n wet here !!!!! xx

  • @kathrynlucas7655
    @kathrynlucas7655 9 років тому

    another great design - BEAUTIFUL

  • @barbiejake4801
    @barbiejake4801 6 років тому

    Absolutely stunning work, very skilled👍🏾😻😻😻

  • @LinzMushel
    @LinzMushel 9 років тому

    Literally the first thing I thought when I watched her video was how soothing her voice is...and then you said it LOLOL

  • @aoana15
    @aoana15 9 років тому +3

    wow.beautiful!!

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Chic Pretty Nails Thank you xx

    • @kiapdavis6088
      @kiapdavis6088 9 років тому

      ***** Omg Nicki Nicki Nicki these nails are absolutely gorgeous!!!! Especially the ring finger you continue to blow me away with your talent that's exactly why you are by far the best I've ever seen and I've seen plenty of nail videos and excuse me but um yea not impressed sorry. And these people are supposed to be professional nail techs?? Ha ha ha some of them are good and some not so much but you are fabulous all the time I'm totally obsessed with your videos!!! You go girl!!!

  • @brittanymahoney6962
    @brittanymahoney6962 9 років тому

    Love these nails you and your mom are awesome!!

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Brittany Mahoney Thank you Hunni xx

  • @laurareese3389
    @laurareese3389 9 років тому

    damn those are AWESOME! !! I love bling and glitter. I think these are my favorite nails you have done.

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Laura Reese Awww thank you laura so glad you like these xx

    • @laurareese3389
      @laurareese3389 9 років тому

      Yes ma'am very much. I have followed you on your different channels.

  • @missfrost8741
    @missfrost8741 9 років тому

    they are absolutely amazing! the music is very nice 😊 and of all the nails you've done, these are one of my favorites 💙😍💙

  • @alohanaomi23
    @alohanaomi23 9 років тому

    Wow!!! This is so beautiful!!😊

  • @Allyxoxo3
    @Allyxoxo3 9 років тому

    I love these! Absolutely wonderful! :)

  • @maureencannell9683
    @maureencannell9683 9 років тому

    love love love these xxx

  •  9 років тому

    ENGLISH These nails are the best you've ever done. Really nice

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Martina Zelinková Thank you Martina glad you like them xx

  • @Lizzibeth21088
    @Lizzibeth21088 9 років тому

    Stunning x

  • @triciarennie9322
    @triciarennie9322 8 років тому

    I love these. My favourite. xxxxxxx

  • @minion7645
    @minion7645 9 років тому

    gorgeous set!! Have fun at the show xx

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +DELYTH BOEKEL Thanks hunni Haul video going uo soon xx

  • @ashnicole8159
    @ashnicole8159 9 років тому

    you inspire me so much. I love your work!!

  • @nataliasnails
    @nataliasnails 9 років тому

    Sooooo beautiful!!

  • @raquelbates434
    @raquelbates434 9 років тому +2

    I love the glitter.

  • @angelamccullough1982
    @angelamccullough1982 9 років тому

    Love these! You are so creative.

  • @lilwonderflower
    @lilwonderflower 8 років тому

    beautiful absolutely love them.

  • @addicted4nails765
    @addicted4nails765 9 років тому

    Amazing set Nicky.Love them.Tfs xoxo

  • @Amy-jo7nb
    @Amy-jo7nb 8 років тому

    Super fab!! :))) the chunky glitter we call flakies or you could also call them a type of unicorn skins

  • @txvampirequeen
    @txvampirequeen 9 років тому +2

    There so beautiful

  • @queenofblingnailsandbeauty
    @queenofblingnailsandbeauty 9 років тому

    OMG these are absolutely gorgeous love them!!!! Tfs xoxo big hugs

  • @merc5333
    @merc5333 8 років тому

    They glow in the dark, they sparkle and they got chains, what could be better?! Maybe Castlevania nails...But I digress, lovely wonderful nails!!😄

  • @infernum6079
    @infernum6079 8 років тому

    I absolutely LOVE the spiral nails. They look so elegant.
    It must be hard doing things with those long nails 😔

  • @SweetheartsNails
    @SweetheartsNails 9 років тому

    wow absolutely beautiful!!

  • @CraftCreations4fun
    @CraftCreations4fun 9 років тому

    wow both sets are gorgeous.. I just went over to ur mum's page n Omg that video from a year ago where u introduce her is so darn cute I can't stand it... I just wanted to reach in n hug u n ur mum.. hooked.. I adore u n now UE mum.. much love n respect... xoxo

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Jennie Petro Awww Thank you so much for ur lovely comment ...Glad you like our chanels xx

  • @allisoncalvert6180
    @allisoncalvert6180 8 років тому

    Your nails make me so happy! Your designs are brilliant ❤️ do you have a video on how you completely remove your acrylics? Maybe I don't have enough patience, but I find it super tedious!

  • @thespec-tacularjess297
    @thespec-tacularjess297 8 років тому

    I'm think those claws are like a werewolfs XD rawr 🌕

  • @christmassnow1137
    @christmassnow1137 9 років тому +2

    That's very pretty thanks for sharing

  • @heatherwacker9119
    @heatherwacker9119 9 років тому

    Another great video! I have been subscribed to you mum since she began and she does amazing nails as well!

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Heather Wacker Awww thank you hunni, I love it that she has a channel now, took a looong time to persuade her and now SHE is glad shes done it =) xx

    • @heatherwacker9119
      @heatherwacker9119 9 років тому

      I am glad to she has great tutorials

  • @lupeolguin204
    @lupeolguin204 8 років тому

    Beautiful love the design

  • @MelanieD22
    @MelanieD22 9 років тому

    I can't have long nails but I love your desings. Thanks for shearing.

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +MelanieD22 Your welcome...Thanks for watching xx

  • @chloelouise8001
    @chloelouise8001 7 років тому

    They are stunning keep up the good work😀

  • @stevieleigh265
    @stevieleigh265 9 років тому

    I get so sleepy when watching your videos and your moms too it's like an ASMR video or something....lol

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      I've watched some of the ASMR videos! Don't think MY voice is that relaxing but my mums voice definitely is lol

    • @stevieleigh265
      @stevieleigh265 9 років тому

      I think you both are...lol I sometime watch you or your mums vids just so I can relax...lool

    • @strwbrrydaisy444
      @strwbrrydaisy444 8 років тому +1

      ***** can you make your next video about how to do hello kitty nails with a piercing in the ring finger? i LOVE LOVE LOVE these nails but i also love hello kitty too lol. love ya mama😙😊

  • @KaThrInsNailArt
    @KaThrInsNailArt 9 років тому

    Omg so pretty and cute Design !love your Videos and The Videos from your mum !!!love it big Kiss from Vienna (Austria)

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +KaThrInsNailArt Awww Thank you so much for ur lovely comment xx

  • @PerfectNails88
    @PerfectNails88 9 років тому +2

    Wow gorgeous :-)

  • @Creativemadness13JC
    @Creativemadness13JC 9 років тому

    You always do awesome nails!!!💅

  • @shellbug3100
    @shellbug3100 9 років тому

    beautiful...as always!!
    & ty for the referrato "MUM's" channel, she's amazing too...

  • @addicted2nailartcrafts353
    @addicted2nailartcrafts353 9 років тому

    You are a nail art godess hun love them soooo much . Tfs xoxo

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому +1

      +Addicted2 Nailart Awww Thank you so much for ur lovely comment xx

  • @twilightbecka6583
    @twilightbecka6583 9 років тому

    beautiful as always. your moms is beautiful as well. and yes I subscribed. you two ladies have a great time!!!

    • @AbsoluteNails
      @AbsoluteNails  9 років тому

      +Rebekah Speciale Thanks rebekah n we did have fun xx

    • @twilightbecka6583
      @twilightbecka6583 9 років тому

      +Absolute Nails I'm so glad and you're welcome!!!!!!!

    • @twilightbecka6583
      @twilightbecka6583 9 років тому

      Awesome. Can't wait to hear or see what y'all got!!!!

  • @jaycarlosasmr9975
    @jaycarlosasmr9975 8 років тому

    lovely artwork and very inspiring to us beginners :)