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Let It Snow, Let It Snow...

Nails inc. is one of my all time favorite nail polish brands and I think we all know how I feel about glitter polishes.  (If you don't, I'll give you a hint.  They make me happy.  So very, very happy).  So of course, when I saw their new Snowglobe polish, I got super excited.  They call it "Christmas in a bottle" and you know what?  It sort of is.  I've never really seen a glitter like this before.  The polish is a shimmering gold glitter that when it's just sitting there, falls to the bottom of the bottle. Then when you want to apply it, you shake the bottle and the glitter goes everywhere (exactly like a snowglobe!) and you put it on, choosing how much glitter coverage you want.  It's adjustable glitter!  You can use it alone or apply it over any shade you'd like.  I personally was curious about how it would look over two shades I already own, both ones I wear all the time.  And it looks ah-mazing over both of them.  If you want to go with the sheer/nude look, try it over Essie's Ballet Slippers, and if you want a darker shade, try it on top of Chanel's Black Satin.  Instant classic looks, both perfect for the holidays.  It's such a fun glitter, one of my favorites in a long time, and I have A LOT of glitters.  My nails finally feel like they're getting ready for the holidays!  

Note:  A sample of this product was sent to me by a PR representative working with Nails inc

The Fabric Effect

Even though I could never pull off 90% of the things that Alexa Chung wears, I still love her sense of style and how interesting she always looks.  So when I heard that she was collaborating with nails, inc. on a small collection of new shades, I was super excited.  I knew they'd be unique and different and I was right. 

There are six shades in the fabric collection and honestly, they're all must-haves.  I'm a big fan of the nails, inc. formula to begin with, so this only made me love the brand even more.  I've only gotten my hands on two of the shades so far and I can already tell that I'm going to be stalking Sephora until I have the other four shades in my possession. 

The shade above is called Alexa Sequins in Black and Gold and it's by far my favorite shade of the six.  I mean, look at it!  It's so gorgeous, right?  It's fine matte particles mixed with gold metallic glitters and it's meant to mimic the effect of a fabulous sequin dress.  (Side note - I love sequins.  My prom dress was emerald sequins and I still remember putting it on for the first time and thinking, "This is the best dress ever!  I'm never taking it off!"  What can I say - it was the 90's).  There's also two shades of black - a Silk that reminds me of my beloved Chanel Black Satin, and a Leather, which is Alexa's version of their best-selling leather black - it dries with a matte leather texture that I'm dying to see in person.  There's also a shade called Alexa Camo - I have this one and it's another stunner - a mix of green and nude metallic and matte particles that's meant to create a camouflage effect for your nails.  Very cool.  There's also a neutral pinky-beige called Alexa Cashmere in Mink and the other one that I cannot wait to use - Alexa Lace in Red.  This one is super, super interesting.  It contains red matte particles in different sizes that create a lace effect.  It's supposed to be worn over your favorite nude, which I really like - doesn't that sound like an amazing combo?  They must all be mine!

The collection is available now at Sephora and on nailsinc.com, but I'd act quickly.  These seem far too cool to last long!

Note:  Samples of this product were sent to me by a PR representative working with nails, inc.

Christmas Crackers!

My family always has crackers at Christmas to open and they usually contain crappy, yet hilarious, plastic toys and terrible jokes.  So when I saw this latest release from Nails, Inc, I was sold instantly!  While my Dad and brother might not be as excited as I am, all the more nail colors for me!  This would be a fantastic hostess gift.  Retails for $38.00.

A Concrete Feeling

You guys, has anyone tried this new nails inc. Concrete Nail Polish?  It's currently listed as a limited-edition and online only so I haven't seen it in person yet, but it looks like their version of textured polish.  Am I right about that?  Because if so, I might need to try it, especially the color above, Marble Arch.  (Side note - when I studied abroad, a few of my good friends lived near the Marble Arch tube station so I have very good memories of parties there.  That makes me want it even more!)  These need to come to Sephora soon so I can check them out in person and pick up one (or, uh, a few...)  Make it happen, makeup Gods!  

Ice Cream!

Okay, how delightfully adorable is this three-pack? Nails, Inc has just released their Ice Cream and Sprinkles collection and what's not to love?!  The colors are lovely... and actually look kind of delicious... so what's not to love for Spring and Summer!  The mint one actually creates a sprinkle effect either on its own or on top of the other two shades.  Just looking at the collection makes me think of all those summers I spent hanging out on the boardwalk, reading my Teen mag, listening to my walkman and downing fried dough, ice cream and corn dogs... ah, memories!

Attend The After Party

If there's any time of year that my obsession with glitter nail polish seems appropriate, it's from now through the end of the year.  Holiday parties just beg for glitter, right?  A LBD, some funky heels, and a sparkly polish and you're good to go!  Nails, inc. has a great set out right now called The After Party that has three uber glittery shades in it that will take you through the season.  Disco Lane is my favorite of the three - it's a black holographic glitter that's almost subtle in its sparkliness.  I love dark, dark nails during the winter and this combines that with my ever-present love for glitter in a fabulous way.  Soho Street is a chunky rainbow glitter - it's not opaque at all, so you get tons of different colored glitter in this one.  Perfect for a pedicure.  Covent Garden Market, besides being the name of one of my favorite places in all of London, is a full coverage red glitter that you can wear on its own or over another polish.  I personally like to layer it over a red shade just to make the color pop as much as possible, but with two or more coats, it's definitely enough on its own.  I think I might go with this one on my toes at my next pedicure and Disco Lane on my fingers.  That seems like a good match.  Now if wearing them could only magically transport me to London...

Note:  A sample of this product was sent to me by a PR representative working with nails, inc.

Add Some Sprinkles On Top

My love affair with nails, inc. continues this week with their new Special Effects Sprinkles Nail Polish.  The four new shades are SO fun - I must have them all.  They're like a fun, sophisticated glitter (and we all know of my obsession with glitter nail polish...)  They're also super unique - I wore one to work last week and a bunch of people asked what it was.  (This is apparently my new barometer of how interesting things are - how many people at work ask about them).  It really looks exactly like you shook a jar of sprinkles on your wet nails!  Here are the four shades available:

• Sugar House Lane - Pastel grey with monochrome sprinkles
• Sweets Away - White with pastel blue, pink and silver sprinkles
• Pudding Lane - Teal with navy and gold sprinkles
• Topping Lane - Pink with cerise, silver and purple sprinkles

Besides the fact that they have the cutest names ever, I just love the look of these.  I kinda want them to come in even more colors.  Out of these four though, my favorites are Sugar House Lane and Topping Lane.  They're so, so pretty.  And perfect as pedicure shades, if you don't want to get too adventurous on your hands.  Although writing the word sprinkles so many times has seriously made me crave ice cream.  I know where I'll be stopping on the way home...

Note:  A sample of this product was sent to me by a PR representative working with nails, inc.

Bling-tastic!

I know I've said it a bunch of times here, but just because it bears repeating - I like glitter nail polish way more now that I'm older than I ever did when I was a kid.  I don't know if it's because I'm more into nail polish now than I was then or that I'm trying to recapture some youthful glory or maybe that's it just, I don't know... adorable, but I cannot get enough of sparkly shades.  So you can imagine my delight when I walked into Sephora this past weekend and stumbled upon the new Nail Jewelry shades from nails inc. How fabulous is Burlington Arcade (the one above)?  It's SO glittery and sparkly, it really is like wearing jewelry on your nails.  (Except without the threat of losing it, which is good news for me because I misplace jewelry like it's going out of style).  There are three different shades besides the one above - Emerald, Sapphire and Pink Diamond - and they're all equally full of color and glitter.  I'm sure they're a pain in the ass to get off because glitter always is, but if you think that's going to stop me from using Burlington Arcade on my toes at my next pedicure, you really don't know me at all because I'm already counting down the minutes. Saturday can't come fast enough!      

Prom Time!

Hey everybody, it's nearing prom time!  For some of us whose prom was a far, long-ago memory (so long ago, in fact, I wore a crocheted chocker - not sure if that was ever in style actually) we love to live vicariously through all the prom-goers by checking out some awesome new products.  Whether or not you're going to prom (if you are, you're especially going to freak out), I've found two awesome items that no one should be without.

Nails, Inc has released the most awesome colors for prom - three new shades of Special Effects 3D glitter!  The three different glitters are Marylebone (pastel pink), Hammersmith (teal pastel) and Maida Vale (silver/blue).  Because of this unique 3D effect it almost looks like you glued glitter on top your nails which looks stunning.  I have been wearing Hammersmith and have gotten so many compliments I've started to lose track.  Seriously, I had people stop me at the grocery store because they sparkled so bright.  I can't even imagine how amazing they would look paired with a sexy LBD.

 The other fantastic discovery is Stila's One Step Illuminate!  This beautiful serum actually primes and illuminates the skin.  I've been using alone or under my foundation and both ways make my skin look fantastic.  It leaves a beautiful sheen (not too glittery, but more subtle glow) and I was shocked at how moisturizing it is.  This stuff is perfect for anyone going to the prom because it really helps foundation last for hours and gives skin that healthy kick it needs to really shine (in a good way).

Neons and Nudes

 

Even though my nail polish stash has risen to epic proportions lately (and is currently being stored in just a big brown box while I figure out a permanent solution) I still keep adding to the collection because, well, I like nail polish and have no self control.  It's pretty much that simple.  I was trying to ban myself from buying anymore for at least a few weeks, but then I stumbled across this new nails, inc. Neon and Nude Collection and I've been pretty much accepted that it's coming home with me as soon as I find it in a store.  (Acceptance is the first step, right?)  I love the bright shades paired with the darker neutrals and the fact that every single one of the shades is something I would wear.  And the mini bottles are so cute!  Also, at only $25 for the set, it's still cheaper than ONE Chanel polish.  (This is how I justify things I in no way need.  I'm a pro at it).  And I wonder why making a budget never seems to work out...