Today I used OPI ‘Not so Bora-Bora-ing Pink’ nail lacquer

Hi all!

A rainy day here in the UK has got everyone crawling in doors, whacking on the heating and curling up denying that Winter is on the way!

I know I only did a nails post two days ago but I’ve switched it up again. Mainly because I had been after this OPI shade for so long and the minute I got my hands on it I couldn’t resist putting it on straight away!

The pink is not a typical shade at all. It’s so unique. My mum had actually bought it when we were travelling earlier in the year and it didn’t occur to me at the time to get one as I hadn’t seen her wear it. But the more she wore it, I became increasingly jealous and so….ta da.

The pink is pink. There’s no denying it. But it is this season’s hottest colour and the fact that this one is so ‘muted’ makes it a more subtle and sophisticated option. I’m sure I do not have to sell you on the merits of OPI – it’s the brand that all other nail polishes aspire to be like! The formula is great, it has fantastic staying power and this shade is just perfect as we continue to meander our way into the Autumn months.

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Today I used Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Rouge Noir (18)

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We’ve reached hump day already! I can’t believe how fast the week is going!

In anticipation of tomorrow’s impending cold snap in the UK I have officially made my transition into ‘fall’ nails aka plum/wine nails! I know that only days ago I was trying to resist but after seeing a few people rocking wine nails I felt so left out I had to join in!

I have owned this nail polish for longer than I care to remember and it is an absolute classic, cult product. So many people I know request this for birthday presents etc as £18 is extremely steep for nail polishes. Some of the online beauty gurus don’t rave about Chanel nail polish as they claim they chip far too easily. I have to say I haven’t experienced this problem at all and find them to have as good a lasting power as any other. Really, you’re just paying for the brand name. As ever.

The colour of this is perfect for the colder months and what’s great is that the finish is so glossy that a top coat is not necessary at all. As I said I’ve had this polish for years and there’s still soooo much left so really it will last you ages. Worth it, in my opinion.

I’m currently lusting after the colour ‘Mysterious’ from Chanel’s Fall 2013 collection but to buy today’s product click here.

Today I used Mac ‘Soiree’ Nail Lacquer

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I hope everyone’s not too down during this soggy spell – not quite the glorious start to Autumn we all hoped for! On that note I have to say my make up trends are so confused, the weather is so unpredictable I’m not sure what to go for most days. That said, I have been trying to go for more ‘transitional’ items – dark metallics, dark reds and oranges and peachy blushes. I can’t quite find it in myself to reach for the real dark tones yet but summery pastels and neons are starting to look out of place. Enter today’s product, a totally transitional rose gold nail polish to see you through September.

I had been lusting after this nail polish after seeing popular beauty guru missglamorazzi on youtube feature it in a haul video not too long ago. I had been under the impression it was hard to find with several Mac counters sold out. This turned out to be true but I think it is still available online and at some counters.

It’s an absolutely stunning and moderately textured rose gold. I love the packaging of Mac nail polishes as the brush is really wide and easy to use while the lid looks so sleek and professional. At £11 they’re really not out of this world expensive either.

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