Day 13–Sea Slug Animal Print

Aren’t these little guys just the cutest? Nudibranchs or sea slugs have always both grossed me out and intrigued me with their colourful exteriors. This particular sea slug is known as Phyllidia varicosa and I just loved the bursts of yellow throughout its body. 

I started with two coats of OPI – Black Onyx and then dotted linearly with China Glaze – Kinetic Candy. I finished by dotting with Barielle – Lemondrops.

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Be sure to check out the other fabulous ladies who are also taking on the 31 Day Nail Challenge!

Naomi @ Bellezza

Traci @ drinkcitra

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38 comments

  1. JulieSeptember 25, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    I LOVE nudibranchs. They're so freakin' cool. Such a great animal print manicure!

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:34 AM

      LOL, I thought you of all people would appreciate my choice ;-)

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  2. UnknownSeptember 25, 2012 at 9:56 AM

    That looks incredible! I can't believe you will be removing all the hard work that goes into these nail designs after only wearing them for one day! :(

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:34 AM

      Thank you! I get sad removing it too :( It's like the designs don't get a proper chance at "life"!

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  3. FrossoSeptember 25, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Omg I've never seen these lil sea slugs before. They're so awesome! I'm sure they would be proud of your mani interpretation.

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:34 AM

      LOL, all I want to do is make the sea slugs proud!

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  4. Helen [beauty delights]September 25, 2012 at 11:03 AM

    i am on the fence about how cute these things are (i keep imagining it moving) - but they sure have an interesting pattern thing going on. :) nice job jayne!

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:35 AM

      Thanks Helen! I know, they can be gross, but they are definitely pretty to look at!

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  5. alison*elleSeptember 25, 2012 at 11:17 AM

    Okayyyy so I don't think they are cute because I don't like slugs and wriggly things (haha) but I DO think your nails are cute :p

    xo, alison*elle

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:36 AM

      Hahahaha, they aren't the easiest things to love! I'm glad you at least like my nails though!

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  6. $@B!N@September 25, 2012 at 11:46 AM

    I love this designn! My fave so far;)

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:36 AM

      Aww, thank you!! I hope I can continue to impress!

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  7. drinkcitraSeptember 25, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    omg, Jayne!!! This is the coolest mani print ever!

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:36 AM

      Thank you Traci! I guess I wanted to try something a little different and sea slugs were it!

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  8. Jennifer [littlejsnailcorner]September 25, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    Love the design, it's sort of creepy, yet still cool looking!

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:37 AM

      Thank you! I know, they are kind of other-worldly and I can't believe these creatures exist!

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  9. Bellezza BeeSeptember 25, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    WOW! so unique! I love that slug

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  10. ChrissyAiSeptember 25, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    How cool! This looks so awesome and creative! The pop of color is awesome.

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:38 AM

      Thank you! It was definitely the yellow that got my attention. I just wish I could have done the conical structures, but it wouldn't have been practical...

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  11. MicheSeptember 25, 2012 at 6:49 PM

    Um, I love those guys, too! Great choice of animal for this one!

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  12. VeronicaSeptember 25, 2012 at 8:13 PM

    Oh wow this is so cool :)
    I have such respect for your nail painting skills!!

    xx Veronica

    http://frowardfashion.blogspot.com

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:39 AM

      Aww, thank you Veronica! I'm glad you like it!

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  13. Teresa [themakeupnut]September 25, 2012 at 11:49 PM

    How cool you choose a sea slug animal print :) This one has a pretty awesome colour combo!

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:39 AM

      It doesn't even seem like a real thing because the colours are so bright!

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2012 at 7:00 AM

    This is soooo creative!

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    1. JayneSeptember 26, 2012 at 11:33 AM

      Thank you! I was trying to go for something different!

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  15. Marlene JSeptember 26, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    Very cool

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  16. LesleySeptember 26, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    i never thought a sea slug could look so cute. love the pattern!

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    1. JayneSeptember 27, 2012 at 12:38 AM

      LOL, I never thought it could happen either! Thank you!

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  17. mobbSeptember 27, 2012 at 12:38 AM

    that is really cool!

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  18. XSeptember 27, 2012 at 1:47 AM

    Oh My Gawd!!! These are by far the most Aaaaaamazing animal print nails ever!!! I love the concept! I'm really enjoying all of the outside the box prints! So cool!

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    1. JayneSeptember 29, 2012 at 12:50 AM

      Awww, thank you!!! I love finding weird animals to copy!

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  19. natalsieSeptember 28, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    Great to see an original animal print!!!

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    1. JayneSeptember 29, 2012 at 12:51 AM

      Thank you! As much as we all love leopard and tiger print, there are so many other animals in the world to have on our nails!

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  20. shortylegsbeautyOctober 26, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    SO PRETTYY :D
    I am also going to do a sea slug look... but Im going to do a makeup look cause I got a request for it :) I was actually googling (is that a word) for Sea Slugs and I came across your blog :) Im a new subscriber :)
    Im also taking part of the 31 Day Challenge.. feels like Ive been doing it for AGES :D haha
    I really love this look... its spot on :)
    hugs

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    1. JayneOctober 27, 2012 at 12:28 AM

      Awww, thank you!!! A sea slug makeup look?? Oh my, I can't wait to see that!!
      The 31 Day Challenge has been going on for over 2 months for me and it really does feel like forever!

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