NOTD: Havana in Plaid

Hey Ladies!

I have been drooling over this color for the longest time... Sephora by OPI's Havana Dreams is a sheer pale sky blue. It seriously is sheer! I believe I used 3 coats below. I usually don't have a problem with 3-coaters if its a color I absolutely love (like OPI's Merry Midnight or My Private Jet). But I was a little disappointed with it. Don't get me wrong though... I still love the color! I just think I probably own a similar color that will give me less of a hassle. Mari posted about it back in May (here). She literally took it from me the moment I got it! *evil stare* But its ok because I've done the same to her plenty of times.

I then stamps the plaid pattern using Konad's stamping plate m60 and using Konad's Special Polish in Blue.

Grrr to Blogger!

Hey Ladies!

It's been a crazy week and an even crazier day. I don't have the mental energy to get into it right now so I'll share the details later. Either way, I apologize for my absence. There is a reason to all this madness. 

Some of you might recognize these pictures... That's because I had already posted them. Apparently something happened to Blogger on Friday the 13th and this post was deleted! Unfortunately, I don't have the mental energy (as I just mentioned) to type up everything I had typed up earlier regarding these polishes. But I still say that this is 2 coats of Sephora by OPI's Sue vs Shue from the Glee Collection.

Then I added Sephora by OPI's diamond topcoat Celibacy Club (also from the Glee Collection). It makes any color shine as if it were a holo. I love this stuff!

As a short summary: I don't remember having any application problems. Formula was fine. My only real complaint is the size of the bottle. It was hard to grip the bottle cap comfortably during application. But that is what I get for purchasing the mini bottle set. Either way, I think it was still worth it since you get a variety of the colors from this collection for a not-too-crazy price.

I will be back to posting regularly soon. Maybe even tomorrow. No promises though. I'll keep you all posted and I promise we haven't disappeared from the blogging world. Seems a lot of bloggers are doing that these days... and I miss them all!

Happy Polishing!

Sephora by OPI: Havana Dreams

I totally stole this from Lissi when she got it.  We were talking while she was on Sephora's website and I was planning the actual theft while she added to her cart.  LOL  I didn't even let her smell the bottle, practically.  It arrived, she brought them over and I snatched it.  *grins*  And for good reason.  Look how cute!  Havana Dreams by Sephora by OPI.  I gotta admit though, it could have used another coat.  I've heard some people apply up to 4 coats of this beauty but I tried my best with 2 good ones.  I have toddlers.  Seche Vite can only do so much for my allotted downtown.  Regardless, it's pretty, right?  As usual, Nailtiques as my base coat and Seche Vite as the topper. 

Happy Polishing!

Swatch - Sephora by OPI's Just A Fairy-Tail

Hey!

I've got an awesome swatch for you guys today! This is Sephora by OPI's Just A Fairy-Tail from the Mermaid in the Shade collection. Did I mention that its freaking awesome? ...Well, it is! Just A Fairy-Tail is a silver blue base with silver and baby blue shimmer. The formula was great but a little sheer. It took 4 coats for full coverage (but totally worth it). This is the first Sephora by OPI polish I've ever used and I was more than happy with it! It is sooooo bright in the sunlight. Kinda like when the sun reflects off a mirror. Almost blinding!

This swatch was done without basecoat and without topcoat.

Happy Polishing!

Sephora by OPI: GLEE

Before I begin, I must admit that yes, Lissi and I are both GLEEKS!  *hangs head in shame*  I know, I know... but really, if you've ever watched the show from the beginning and haven't missed an episode, how can you NOT be a Gleek?  It's great!!!!  And the Lady Gaga and Madonna episodes.....?  OMG, classic!

Having said that, I bring you a sneek peek at Sephora by OPI:  GLEE Collection.

Gleek out with the new Sephora by OPI goes Gleek Chic collection, available February 2011, a limited-edition range of ten new nail colour shadesand three Chic Prints nail design appliqués inspired by your favorite characters from FOX’s hit show, GLEE. With signature names, colors and styles developed in conjunction with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products, the set list for the Sephora by OPI GLEE Collection has a little something for every Gleek, from the infamous slushie blue to a Gleek Out green- the new GLEE line will make you feel like part of the GLEE club.

The nail polish collection consists of seven new Sephora by OPI GLEE Collection Nail Colours available individually ($9.50) and a mini set of six with three additional exclusive colours ($22).
 



• Diva-in-Training – Step aside Rachel Berry. The next solo is yours with this poppy pink hue
• Gleek Out – A lime, glittery green that will have everyone singing your praises

• Miss Bossy Pants – A rich raspberry as show-stopping as Rachel herself
• Mash-Up – Whether your style is sporty or goth, this pearlescent green gray pulls it all together for a pitch-perfect look
• Slushied – There’s no need to duck from this opaque blue
• Hell to the No – This purple shade might as well be considered liquid-pizzazz
• Who Let the Dorks Out? – All the cool kids aren’t doing it! Express your individuality and inner-Gleek with this statement peacock green

• Celibacy Club (mini set exclusive)- Even if it’s only part of the show, express your inner angel with this glimmering, diamond top coat
• Sue Vs Shue (mini set exclusive) – Capturing the rivalry by this rebellious navy blue
• Express Yourself to Yourself (mini set exclusive)- Even more entertaining than Sue Sylvester in a music video, this coral shimmer shade will have people talking

Sephora by OPI GLEE Collection Chic Prints for Nails Design Appliqués ($15) are easy-to-apply, precut strips of varying widths available in three different GLEE-inspired designs, Showstopper (gold stars), Berry Special (navy polka dots) and One Hit Wonder (music notes). Appliqués last 2 days on either fingers or toes and provide a fast and fun way to update your look instantly.

Are you Gleeked for this collection? Which shades appeal to you most? I personally want to pick up the mini set. I’m a sucker for anything mini. Who is planning to try the Chic Prints? 

Happy Polishing!

Sephora by OPI: Just a Fairy-tail

I snatched this bottle from one of my BFF's the other day just because I HAD to swatch it. Just HAD TO! It's shimmer on top of shimmer and then more shimmer. It's got silver and so much of it I couldn't tell if it was silver with blue or silver-blue with blue. In the bottle, you can't tell at all. Then you put it on your nails, run outside, and stare at the sparkles. The picture on the bottom-right is a little blurred so you can really see them. *wink* It's pretty sheer though, so this is three coats but it dried pretty quick thanks to Seche Vite.

Happy Polishing!

Sephora by OPI: Rocker Chic

Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Creator of OPI says "My inspiration for the shades in this fall’s Sephora by OPI Rocker Chic collection is the iconic attitude that is pure rock. Defined by music—the empowered, impassioned, and addictive sound—Rocker Chic is tough and trendy, leather and lace. These shades translate that edgy vibe into fall’s must-have “neutrals with a twist”—statement-making browns, from sienna to chocolate-cherry Do I Know You?, Dating the Drummer, Studs & Stilettos, Rock His World; unapologetic metallics and iced blues Already Famous, Club Scene Queen, Go My Own Way; upfront red Fiercely Fabulous; and mysteriously dark wine Just a Little Dangerous.”