Marks and Spencer Orchi...

I have manicure train wrecks. Granted, they don't happen often but they do happen. I toss up whether to show you guys the wrecks but I always end up showing you because - like life itself - some manicures are great and some are just painful. Which one is Marks and Spencers Orchid?

Illamasqua – Shra...

Out of all the lacquers from the Illamasqua Nail Varnish Competition, Shrapnel was the one I wanted more than Christmas.  So, when the lovely Alex of Illamsqua sent me a bottle (without warning, she’s cheeky like that), I was squeeing for the universe.  I said squeeing.  Cheeky...

Inglot – #207

I had high hopes for Inglot #207.  In the bottle, it looked like it might be a gold version of OPI’s Mad Hatter. Err, no.  This is most definitely not a lacquer that will ever become opaque on its own.  But, as a layering lacquer, it’s a knockout. I layered...

BYS – Baby Pink +...

Diffused Light BYS, don’t EVER change. Baby Pink is the quintessential baby pink. Superbly smooth and creamy, this is opaque in two coats and is just adorable.  This would suit pretty much any skin tone, although I admittedly am having palpitations when I think how nice this...

American Apparel –...

What can I say? I’m in love with these lacquers.  Some would say obsessed.  I’d be inclined to agree with that assessment. Passport Blue is  magnificent.  Creamy.  Opaque in one coat.  And you can see my reflection which gives you an indication...

Etude House – OR2...

**Once again, please excuse the weird hand positions.  I am getting better with the new camera, but I’m still learning!  Unfortunately, in this photo, it looks like my hand is trying to attack the screen.  I can assure my hand is a pacifist and means you no...

Hey There, Wait A Minut...

I blame this haul squarely and fairly on Toxic.  She mentioned that Inglot have flakies which, naturally, made me want them desperately.  When my lovely husband decided to visit the local shopping centre, I gave him clear instructions on what to buy. The boy delivered and then...