I'm a huge OPI fan. That's pretty much the only nail polish I will buy (because I've become a huge nail-polish-snob like that. Ugh.) However, since seeing Essie's Turquoise & Caicos on several bloggers last summer (I know, I'm so behind the times), I decided to take the plunge one year later.
I've never used Essie polish before and while it cost the same as my OPI normally does per bottle ($10), apparently I completely overpaid because the links above are much cheaper. Le sigh.
Onto the review! I find the T&C isn't a super thick formula, so while I did my standard two coats, three might have given a solid coverage (but then that's five coats with base adn top coat - far too much work for me). The Mink Muffs on the other hand (errr foot?) covered nice and opaque-ly with two coats. Normally I'm not a fan of thin brushes, but I find the Essie polish to be a bit more liquidy than OPI and thus a think brush is fine as it covers easily since it spreads well. The lasting power isn't bad, certainly comparable to OPI. As far as the shades go, I like their collections but find OPI has a bit more dimension to their colours.
Verdict: I'd buy it again, but still reach for OPI first.
Psssssst:
Joe Fresh top, H&M skirt, Ardene flats, Liliana wedges (last seen here), g21 sunnies,
Ardene necklace, Swarovski & Costa Blanca bangle(s)
I've skipped a few months and haven't been on the ball with the resolutions... maybe I should have had my New Year Resolutions include writing resolutions every month. Oh well. Regardless, August is off to a great start and I'd like to keep the momentum going. Here are my top resolutions for the last full month of summer:
1. Spend time lake-side (at a cottage).
1. Spend time lake-side (at a cottage).
2. Use Instagram more often.
3. Get back into thrifting (it's been soo long).
4. Save more money (does this mean I should cross off number three?).
5. Wear the clothes I've purchased that still have tags on them.
6.
7. Wear sunscreen on the tops of my hands everyday.
Did you notice the shoe switch?
Also, I bought these navy Ardene flats and within wearing them twice, sadly, the sole started coming away from the shoe. I haven't had the chance to try and return them yet and was thinking I might try and superglue them. I love the colour and they are super comf, plus, for $14, if superglue works, it could be worth it. Have you ever superglued your shoe soles?
Also, I bought these navy Ardene flats and within wearing them twice, sadly, the sole started coming away from the shoe. I haven't had the chance to try and return them yet and was thinking I might try and superglue them. I love the colour and they are super comf, plus, for $14, if superglue works, it could be worth it. Have you ever superglued your shoe soles?
Spring sandals, Joe Fresh necklace & Auslini bangle
Lately I find myself much more drawn to my flats than my heels. It could be the warmer weather (flats are less fussy) or just the fact that I'm prefering comfort over... well... uncomfort? Yes, I admit it, as much as I love heels, they aren't always comfy.
So two weeks ago I went to a (beautiful) wedding ceremony and reception. The service was beautiful, outdoors (it was a hot and sunny day) and in a gazebo and the bride was stunning. The reception was at a super upscale hotel in their outdoor pavilion, and so chic. Everything from the dress to the cake was perfect that day and I think I speak for everyone when I say it was an amazing day and night. However, due to the fact that it was an outdoor-ish reception, the mosquitos were a tad prickly. The next day I had nine bites on one foot and six on the other. Nine on one foot. Can you believe that? I must be pumpin' some pretty awesome blood... it's either that or the fair skin - they see right through me.
Anne Michelle heels (last seen here), swapped out for my flats during my lunch hour... and the rest of the day.
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