Zoya Wishes Collection Swatches and Review

Hello Lovelies! I'm super late in reviewing the Zoya Wishes collection for Winter 2014, but at least it is still Winter and that has to count for something, right? Hopefully you will forgive me because I'm really excited to show you this beautiful collection. It consists of three textured PixieDust shades and three cream/shimmer shades in coordinating colors...

Zoya Magical Pixie Swatches and Review...

For this Summer, Zoya released three Magical PixieDust shades with the same type of textured finish as the Spring shades earlier this year. Magical PixieDust shades are highly textured and extremely sparkly containing loads of holographic glitter (which my camera insisted on suppressing).

Roughled Turquoise...

Hi Everyone! Today I would like to show you a manicure which I consider a bit of a happy accident. I had been wearing the Nicole by OPI On What Grounds? for a few days after swatching it and as I often do, I decided to play around with nail art before removing it. It always gives me the freedom to try various things without the fear that I need to make it perfect. Most often I end up with a different design on each nail. The ones that turn out well get stored somewhere in my brain to try out later and the whole mess usually gets promptly removed. This time however, I liked the idea enough to try it out  right away, despite the visible (at least to me) nail growth. I think this looks a bit like marble or turquoise...

Nicole by OPI Roughles Swatches and Review!

Every time I think that I've seen it all when it comes to texture, I'm happily surprised with new colors and effects. Such is the case with the Nicole by OPI Roughles (pronounced "ruffles") which I would like to show you today. These pastel matte textured shades are a refreshing change from the usual sparkle loaded or solid color textures lacquers. These are so sweet for spring. They make me think of yummy berry yogurt...

Zoya Magical Pixie Collection Swatches and Review

Hi there! Today I would like to share with you my swatches of the Zoya Magical Pixie collection. Similarly to previous PixieDust shades, these are matte textured beauties, however, unlike the PixieDust shades before them, they feature larger holographic glitter for even more magical sparkle. If you are like me and a fan of the textured trend, then these are an absolute treat...

Black Roses Featuring OPI Make Him Mine and MoYou Stamping

Hi Everyone! Today I've got a manicure to show you that I actually wore at the beginning of Dec, but have not gotten a chance to post about you until now. It has been sitting in a folder with lots and lot of other photos that are waiting for their time in the spotlight. Maybe if we can all just vote to extend the days a little bit? An extra hour or two a day would really help! Is that too much to ask for? OK, getting side tracked here, let's get back to the manicure...

OPI Mariah Carey Holiday Collection - Liquid Sand

Today I would like to show you the Liquid Sand shades which are part of the OPI Mariah Carey Holiday collection. These beauties pack quite a bit of sparkle which is just perfect for the Holiday season. Who am I kidding, sparkle such as this is welcome any time of year...

Trick or Treat!

Happy Halloween Everyone!

Today I would like to show you a manicure that I created quite a while ago, but have not gotten around to posting. I have been sick the past two weeks and my energy for creating manicures is at an all time low. Luckily this candy filled manicure is just perfect for a day which has become synonymous with candy overload...

OPI Designer Series Pewter and Lapis

Today I would like to show you the two Designer Series by OPI lacquers released this Fall. These Designer Series shades feature a DS Raw Granite finish which is a matte textured finish very similar to that of OPI Liquid Sand shades. The texture of DS Raw Granite compared to Liquid Sand seems to be less pronounced and a bit softer. Both of these are gorgeous and perfect for Fall...

JulieG Frosted Gum Drops

When I first saw these pretty JulieG Frosted Gum Drops on Groupon, I hesitated ordering them. The hesitation was based on nothing more than my self-imposed no buy and my desperate need to avoid adding to the untried pile. Luckily, after mentioning the deal on my facebook page, I was persuaded to break my no buy and I'm so glad that I did because these are awesome! I swatched and wore these months ago, but I'm just now getting around to posting them. Perfect way to stall some time as my nails recover and grow out after multiple breaks...

Nicole by OPI Gumdrops Swatches & Review...

The textured trend has hit me hard and I can't help but love each new shade that I have the pleasure of trying. These beautiful Nicole by OPI Gumdrops are certainly no exception. In fact they more firmly establish my fascination with these textured, matted sparkly beauties. I find it amusing to think that for years polish makers tried so hard to make the shiniest, smoothest lacquers around, not realizing that we would go so crazy over the complete opposite...

OPI Bond Girls Swatches and Review...

I am so excited to be showing you the beautiful OPI Bond Girls collection today. I fell in love with textured polish the moment that I tried my first Liquid Sand and OPI continues to impress me with more gorgeous shades. This collection features six Liquid Sand lacquers and offers a lot of variety of colors from light to dark, pearly, glittery and metallic. A bit of everything in addition to the fun textured matte finish...