I just found this on my computer and realized I never posted it.
I forget how many coats I used, but I think it's two. I'm sure you've seen more than enough Holland swatches, but this is my favorite from the collection, so I thought I'd share. And it wore amazingly well! I think this picture was taken on day 5 or 6 of wear. Not many polishes survive that long on my nails.
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I forget how many coats I used, but I think it's two. I'm sure you've seen more than enough Holland swatches, but this is my favorite from the collection, so I thought I'd share. And it wore amazingly well! I think this picture was taken on day 5 or 6 of wear. Not many polishes survive that long on my nails.
10 April
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From the Summer 2012 Croisette collection, Aurora is the warmer of the two quints offered. So naturally, I had to have it.
For this collection, the shadows feature a sunburst pleating pattern, which mimics the pleated design of some of the dresses from this season. Gold, orange, bronze...it just screams summer. Without a doubt, it is a stunning palette.
Unfortunately, that's where my happiness ends with this one.
I love the shades, but the shadows are just not pigmented enough for my liking. The swatches above were heavily applied with my finger. Applied with a brush, these shadows are almost nonexistent.
It's definitely a subtle look, even though I was piling shadow onto my eyes, trying to build up the pigmentation. My lid is still visible through the color, which would not be a bad thing if that is what I had intended. Of course, with a base, the colors would really pop. However, I wish the palette were pigmented enough to stand on its own.
Pigmentation aside, I do really love the texture and finish of these shadows. They are shimmery without being garish and are very smooth and buttery.
Bottom line, I like the shades but don't think they are unique enough or have enough pigmentation to classify this as a must-have.
The Aurora quint retails for $60 and is available at Sephora.com.
For this collection, the shadows feature a sunburst pleating pattern, which mimics the pleated design of some of the dresses from this season. Gold, orange, bronze...it just screams summer. Without a doubt, it is a stunning palette.
Unfortunately, that's where my happiness ends with this one.
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| Swatched from top left, middle shade on the bottom. |
I love the shades, but the shadows are just not pigmented enough for my liking. The swatches above were heavily applied with my finger. Applied with a brush, these shadows are almost nonexistent.
It's definitely a subtle look, even though I was piling shadow onto my eyes, trying to build up the pigmentation. My lid is still visible through the color, which would not be a bad thing if that is what I had intended. Of course, with a base, the colors would really pop. However, I wish the palette were pigmented enough to stand on its own.
Pigmentation aside, I do really love the texture and finish of these shadows. They are shimmery without being garish and are very smooth and buttery.
Bottom line, I like the shades but don't think they are unique enough or have enough pigmentation to classify this as a must-have.
The Aurora quint retails for $60 and is available at Sephora.com.
09 April
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Keep an eye out for this when you're dusty hunting! The eBay prices for this one are offensive.
08 April
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You know what grinds my gears? Seeing things on sale that I bought full price. Oh well!
Let's face it: my turnaround time (purchase>swatch>post) is a little slow. However, when I saw that HSN clearanced the Footloose collection, I made it a mission to swatch them and post about it.
Mission accomplished!
You'll have to excuse my shoddy polishing skills. I'mvery a little rusty. Let's Hear it for the Boy is a gorgeous pale blue creme. It reminds me of Essie Borrowed & Blue but brighter and bluer. The formula's slightly on the thick side, but totally manageable. Any issues you see are total user error!
Dancing in the Sheets is LHIFTB's partner. It's a deep purple base chock full of bright blue shimmer. The color's pretty, yes, but the formula on this one is ABSURDLY AWESOME. It applied with such ease and precision, even though I had a wonky brush. Not too thin or thick, it was a joy to apply.
Almost Paradise is a pistachio green creme. It's a green you don't see very often, and I love that! I did not love the formula, though. It was a bit streaky and runny, but it's not a dealbreaker for me. The color definitely compensates for its less than perfect formula.
Footloose is a glossy, red creme. It leans slightly orange, but not as much as my photo might imply. This totally reminded me of Supermodel, but it was just my mind playing tricks on me. I loved the application on this one as well. What a winner.
If you love the look of these, hurry to HSN and pick up the sets for half the original price!
Let's face it: my turnaround time (purchase>swatch>post) is a little slow. However, when I saw that HSN clearanced the Footloose collection, I made it a mission to swatch them and post about it.
Mission accomplished!
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You'll have to excuse my shoddy polishing skills. I'm
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Dancing in the Sheets is LHIFTB's partner. It's a deep purple base chock full of bright blue shimmer. The color's pretty, yes, but the formula on this one is ABSURDLY AWESOME. It applied with such ease and precision, even though I had a wonky brush. Not too thin or thick, it was a joy to apply.
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Almost Paradise is a pistachio green creme. It's a green you don't see very often, and I love that! I did not love the formula, though. It was a bit streaky and runny, but it's not a dealbreaker for me. The color definitely compensates for its less than perfect formula.
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Footloose is a glossy, red creme. It leans slightly orange, but not as much as my photo might imply. This totally reminded me of Supermodel, but it was just my mind playing tricks on me. I loved the application on this one as well. What a winner.
If you love the look of these, hurry to HSN and pick up the sets for half the original price!
06 April
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Ray is a squishy off white packed with flecked shimmer. It's gorgeous! Unfortunately, it makes my nails look bulky. You know that thick look you get when there's just too much nail polish on your nails? Can't stand it. Other than that, though, it's a beautiful shade that applied with no issues. Perhaps I'll try extra thin coats next time.
I totally forgot to mention their signature rose scent! I guess I just assume everyone knows. :) It's a lovely scent that isn't too overpowering or artificial. The perfect amount of rose, in my opinion.
Paul & Joe polishes are $14 and can be found at Apothica.com.
28 January
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