METALLIC!!!
I think of nail polish much the same way as I do jewelry: One can never get enough color and sparkle. And when the lacquer is a metallic, well, I'm a a goner. What can I say? I'm a sucker for a good metallic finish. But here's the thing: The good ones, like most good things, are not easily come by. That's why I'm so excited about today's challenge: While recently cruising the aisles of the local A&P supermarket (!?!), my eyes were drawn to the glimmer and light of a new collection of metallic nail polishes, prominently displayed.
Be still my beating heart. You gotta know, I live for such occasions.
And here's the mind blower...
This line of lacquers comes from Wet 'n Wild, and can be yours for less than $2 per bottle.
In the event you aren't paying attention. or your math Sucks Big Time, the entire six-bottle jewel-toned collection will run you under $12. All this, in a deeply pigmented, non-staining, smooth and easily manipulated formula. Plus, you're gonna get a kick out of the killer (wink) names Wet n Wild has come up with for these pretty jewels.
Check out this contact sheet of MLT (my left thumb) shots...
But back to the challenge....
I selected Venomous Vixen for the base color, and Deadly Dose for decorative dotting.
- Venomous Vixen - Love it. This super-glossy smoky gray (leaning purple) rests in a jelly-ish formula that's been spiked with a smidgen of lavender and aqua micro shimmer. Because of my lighting, the shimmer is very evident in this shot. Remember that under available light, the shimmer is not nearly so blingy. This is a lovely and complex polish. NOTE: Since it's a bit on the sheer side, I went with three thin coats for opacity. Yeah, I could have gotten away with two coats, if I'd chosen to layer the lacquer on a bit heavier.
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| there was a bit of polish "lift" at the cuticle, easily remedied with a quick wipe of lacquer |
- Deadly Dose - Just imagine liquid 24 karat, and you've nicely approximated what we've got going on here. This exquisite molten gold was used for some really fast dotting (5 minutes, tops), over which went a coat of Seche Vite. Gosh, I do love me some gold dotting. Oh yeah. Mmm, hmm
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| goodness, that makes me smile |
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| forgive the nail porn. i'm just really digging these colors. |
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| don't know about you, but I'd as easily wear this manicure with jeans, as I would all dressed up. fun. fun. fun. |
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| if you like metallics, I recommend you grab up this collection. if you're not into Wet n Wild, you might reconsider |
Well that's it for today, folks. Be sure to drop me a line in comments to let me know your thoughts.
In the meantime, I thank you bunches for stopping by, and wish you a fun and happy day!
Hey, don't forget to check out what's up with our very talented co-challengers, on this here Day 8 of the 31 Day Nail Challenge...
-Kat at Hooked On Polish
-Diana at Nails By Diana
-Aly at Wonderland Beauty
-Meredith at Perfectly Polished
-Kate at The Painted Pony Nails
-Cee at Absolutely Cee
-Sam at Polished Art
-Nail Narcotics
-Nicole at Nicole Gets Nailed
-Shelby at Shelby's Swatches
-Stephanie Louise at All Things Beautiful
-Mixed Mama
-Joanna @ Sweet Polish of Mine
-Patty Greenberg
-Mari at Nailista
-Miss L at Beauty by Miss L
-Gini at Sassy Paints
-Chameleon Stampede
-Pam at Nail-E-Glance
-Me, Myself, and Polish
- Robin Sparkles
Lovin the polka dots!
ReplyDeleteThank you, thank you, thank you! I'm pleased you like' 'em too!!!!
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Lisa
O.M.G. Freakin' awesome! *pant pant pant*
ReplyDeleteAlso...*insert string of expletives here*!!!! I have yet to see these in my neck of the woods! Knowing my luck it will be one of the collections that my Walgreens and CVS decide to pass on. In which case I will go absolutely batshit and beat down a cosmetics manager. In which case I humbly ask that someone take up a collection for my bail. ;)
LOLOLOLOLOLOL. You kill me, Kimber! But, I agree in this case...go hunt down these puppies. I know you're gonna love 'em.
DeleteAnd don't worry...I've got you covered on the bail thing.
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Lisa
Oh Lisa! The crappy time goes on! I just deleted your comment accidentally! :( I'm sorry! But even when it won't show I did read it ;) which is what counts! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI loved the combination you made I wouldn't have thought of it but it looks great! Have to try it!
My dear, you were not having a good day, at ALL! I went back and posted something quick, just so you've evidence that I loved it! Thanks so much for your sweet comment on this post! You are such a SWEETIE!!!!
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Really cute duo!! I love the metallic polka dots!! <3
ReplyDeleteThank you! I love dots, too....and when they're metallic? I'm gonzo! :)
DeleteLisa
Ok, love the idea of polka dots + metallic nails. I love metallic polishes but I HATE that they almost always leave really noticeable streaks, I think the polka dots look so cute but also cover most of the major streakness. Thanks for sharing! xx
ReplyDeleteThank YOU for commenting, Arden!!!! Love your style, girl!
Deletewhat the heck! We can't find these in my city!!!!!! ARGH! So much great stuff NOT IN MY TOWN! Can you tell I'm jealous? These are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYeah...wassup with the scattershot retail?
DeleteThank you, Nicole!!!! :) :)
Lisa
Love this look! VV is sooooooo pretty!!! I love the gun metalish colors! Is that a word??? idk LOL
ReplyDeleteLOLOL. It's a word in my book!
DeleteThanks, Gini!!!
Lisa
Ooooh I love the gold dots on that smoky grey background!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jacqui. It's been four days, and I'm still wearing this mani. That's a rarity for me. I kinda like it. ALOT. :)
DeleteLisa
These colors are really neat. I wonder if that gold would be good for stamping? I am still trying to find a good gold. If you stamp with it can you let me know how it works?
ReplyDeleteHi, Gabby! You know, I wondered the same thing. Tell you what: I'll swatch it out and let you know!!!!
DeleteThanks so much for commenting!
:)
Lisa