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Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish
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Review


Website Description:
Butter London: Chancer Nail Lacquer
Wear this deep, “crushed glitter” red nail lacquer when you are feeling particularly out of his league. He doesn’t deserve you anyway.

My review:
Butter London's nail polish formula are long lasting, and this polish is no exceptional. I did notice that as the bottle gets a few months old, it starts to chip around the edges more frequently. It might because of the glitter.

The glitter is tiny, tiny tiny specks of red which shimmer at every angle. I tried to capture that red glitter shimmer in the photos. The red is more of a cranberry red than a true red. A fabulous shade to wear during the holiday season.

Dupe: China Glaze Ruby Pumps

 

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Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish



Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish

Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish

Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish
Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish
Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish

Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish
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Review


Website Description:
Butter London: Chancer Nail Lacquer
Wear this deep, “crushed glitter” red nail lacquer when you are feeling particularly out of his league. He doesn’t deserve you anyway.

My review:
Butter London's nail polish formula are long lasting, and this polish is no exceptional. I did notice that as the bottle gets a few months old, it starts to chip around the edges more frequently. It might because of the glitter.

The glitter is tiny, tiny tiny specks of red which shimmer at every angle. I tried to capture that red glitter shimmer in the photos. The red is more of a cranberry red than a true red. A fabulous shade to wear during the holiday season.

Dupe: China Glaze Ruby Pumps

 

Swatch/ Picture Gallery


Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish



Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish

Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish

Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish
Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish
Butter London's Chancer Nailpolish

Monday, January 28, 2013

MAC Lipglass in SNOB

Your lipglass should have "SNOB" directly printed on the package

Brush Handle, Using No Flash

Brush Handle, with Flash, notice how milky this pink looks

Swatch with Flash

Swatch with no flash

MAC Lipglass in SNOB

Your lipglass should have "SNOB" directly printed on the package

Brush Handle, Using No Flash

Brush Handle, with Flash, notice how milky this pink looks

Swatch with Flash

Swatch with no flash




Look at this gorgeous purple! This is Butter London's HRH shade and it is a gorgeous purple indeed.

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Review


Website Description:
HRH
A proper royal-purple nail lacquer. Even the Queen would agree, and she never agrees with us.

My Review:
I am a big fan of Butter London. I find their varnish formula to be stronger than Opi in terms of chip resistance and longer lasting. I bought this shade at Sephora and felt in love with it immediately. HRH or Her Royal Highness is a royal metallic purple nail polish with ruby red shimmer. It is gorgeous shade for rock shows or when ever you want to show off your independence.

This shade lasts about 1 week. 

Dupe: Essie Sexy Divide (just a tad darker than HRH)









Look at this gorgeous purple! This is Butter London's HRH shade and it is a gorgeous purple indeed.

Swatch/Picture Gallery




Review


Website Description:
HRH
A proper royal-purple nail lacquer. Even the Queen would agree, and she never agrees with us.

My Review:
I am a big fan of Butter London. I find their varnish formula to be stronger than Opi in terms of chip resistance and longer lasting. I bought this shade at Sephora and felt in love with it immediately. HRH or Her Royal Highness is a royal metallic purple nail polish with ruby red shimmer. It is gorgeous shade for rock shows or when ever you want to show off your independence.

This shade lasts about 1 week. 

Dupe: Essie Sexy Divide (just a tad darker than HRH)






Friday, January 25, 2013

Urban Decay Naked Nails Set: Naked, Smog, Sidecar, Toasted, & Hustle

Website Description (via Sephora):
What it is:
A six-shade nail polish collection of neutrals.

What it does:
This irresistible nail polish kit features six of this season’s most sought-after shades in Urban Decay’s signature NAKED style. Featuring an inspired range of glitters, metallics, creams, and shimmers, each gorgeous hue proves that once again, neutral is anything but boring.

This set contains:
- 6 x 0.16 oz Nail Colors in Hustle, Naked, Smog, Toasted, Creep, Sidecar 

Naked, Smog, Sidecar, Toasted, Hustle & Creep (click on image to expand)

Review

All shades were applied using 2 coats.

Naked (click on image to expand)

Naked: a beautiful professional looking neutral shade that is opaque and warm and it compliments all skin skin tones.
Smog (click on image to expand)

Smog: Metallic and shiny, it is a bold copper with gold tones.

Sidecar (Click to Expand)

Sidecar: Slightly see-through shimmery micro-silver glitter on a slightly pink base. Can be applied over a shade for a dual color look.




Toasted: A silver-pink-mauve color


Hustle: A bold shade of eggplant metallic

Creep (click on image to expand)

Creep: Silver micro-glitter on a sheer dark grey/black base (will need 3 coats if you want it opaque)

My initial impression of the set was that the bottles were too tiny to warrant the price. However, going to Sephora, I notice that the Sephora by Opi Metro Too Chic Set offered 6 miniature bottles at 0.125 oz each for $24.50. These bottles are 0.16 oz (about 20% more) for $26. So its comparable, and maybe even a better deal, than the miniature Opi bottle sets.

The colors dry fast and that was impressive since it takes me about an hour to dry my nails. However they chip at the edge which is very disappointing. You have to wear a base and top coat to make the colors last longer, otherwise expect chipping by the 2nd/3rd day.

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All the colors were beautiful but I expected higher performance. Creep is watery and it looks streaky if not applied very precisely. If you want it opaque, you will need 3 coats, and these bottles are tiny enough to have to use more nail polish.

Should you buy this? I don't regret my purchase because this set is limited edition (once its gone, its gone forever) and do like the Urban Decay brand, but it really depends on your pocketbook. If you like to splurge on yourself, these colors are great for a night out on the town or on a dinner date. If you want performance, these will chip in a couple of days even if you are being careful. Smog chipped for me the very next day. With that said, I would say "skip it" for us working girls.

Urban Decay Naked Nails Set: Naked, Smog, Sidecar, Toasted, & Hustle

Website Description (via Sephora):
What it is:
A six-shade nail polish collection of neutrals.

What it does:
This irresistible nail polish kit features six of this season’s most sought-after shades in Urban Decay’s signature NAKED style. Featuring an inspired range of glitters, metallics, creams, and shimmers, each gorgeous hue proves that once again, neutral is anything but boring.

This set contains:
- 6 x 0.16 oz Nail Colors in Hustle, Naked, Smog, Toasted, Creep, Sidecar 

Naked, Smog, Sidecar, Toasted, Hustle & Creep (click on image to expand)

Review

All shades were applied using 2 coats.

Naked (click on image to expand)

Naked: a beautiful professional looking neutral shade that is opaque and warm and it compliments all skin skin tones.
Smog (click on image to expand)

Smog: Metallic and shiny, it is a bold copper with gold tones.

Sidecar (Click to Expand)

Sidecar: Slightly see-through shimmery micro-silver glitter on a slightly pink base. Can be applied over a shade for a dual color look.




Toasted: A silver-pink-mauve color


Hustle: A bold shade of eggplant metallic

Creep (click on image to expand)

Creep: Silver micro-glitter on a sheer dark grey/black base (will need 3 coats if you want it opaque)

My initial impression of the set was that the bottles were too tiny to warrant the price. However, going to Sephora, I notice that the Sephora by Opi Metro Too Chic Set offered 6 miniature bottles at 0.125 oz each for $24.50. These bottles are 0.16 oz (about 20% more) for $26. So its comparable, and maybe even a better deal, than the miniature Opi bottle sets.

The colors dry fast and that was impressive since it takes me about an hour to dry my nails. However they chip at the edge which is very disappointing. You have to wear a base and top coat to make the colors last longer, otherwise expect chipping by the 2nd/3rd day.

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All the colors were beautiful but I expected higher performance. Creep is watery and it looks streaky if not applied very precisely. If you want it opaque, you will need 3 coats, and these bottles are tiny enough to have to use more nail polish.

Should you buy this? I don't regret my purchase because this set is limited edition (once its gone, its gone forever) and do like the Urban Decay brand, but it really depends on your pocketbook. If you like to splurge on yourself, these colors are great for a night out on the town or on a dinner date. If you want performance, these will chip in a couple of days even if you are being careful. Smog chipped for me the very next day. With that said, I would say "skip it" for us working girls.

Monday, January 21, 2013


The Exclusive MAC Archie Girls Sprint 2013 Collection Invitation  - Click on Image to Expand!

Today I received my exclusive MAC Archie Girls Invitation from the MAC Soho NYC store, and I am so excited! the invitation features exclusive stickers featuring both Betty Cooper and Veronica Lodge wearing their respective products.


Official MAC Archie's Girls Logo


Archie's Girls Collection

Channelling Betty Cooper
The Girl-Next-Door Blonde
The Betty Cooper line incorporates shades of pink, coral, peach and plum which reflect Cooper's bubbly and loveable personality.
Lipstick 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Betty Bright - Light Vibrant Peach (Satin)
Girl Next Door - Vivid Blue Pink (Lustre)
Oh, Oh, Oh - Sheer Brown Plum (Lustre)

Lipglass 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Kiss & Don't Tell - Bright Coral
Summer Sweetheart - Light Peach
Stay Sweet - Light Lavender Pink

Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow X4 44.00 US/52.00 CAD
Caramel Sundae - Mid-Tone Warm Tan (Satin)
Cheryl Chic - Light Coral Pink (Frost)
Dreammaker - Pale Frosty Yellow (Frost)
Showstopper - Dark, cool-toned brown (Matte)

Pearlglide Intense Liner 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Black Swan - Black ith gold pearlized Pigments
Lord it Up - Bronze with pearlized Pigments

Pigment 23.00 US/27.00 CAD
Lucky in Love - Shimmering Light Blue Green
Cheers My Deear - Light Lavender

Opulash 17.50 US/21.00 CAD
Optimum Black - Saturated Intense Black

Powder Blush 22.00 US/26.00 CAD
Cream Soda - Light Neutral Coral (Satin)

Pearlmatte Face Powder 29.00 US/34.00 CAD
Flatter me - Golden peach base with coral hearts

Nail Lacquer 17.50 US/21.00 CAD
Comic Cure - Bright Coral (Cream)
Pep Pep Pep - Light peach nude (Cream)


Channelling Veronica Lodge
The Vivacious, Spoiled, Rich Brunette
The Veronica line is sultrier and features darker make-up. Think plums, navy and black.
Lipstick 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Daddys Little Girl - Mid-Tone Pink Violet (Satin)
Boyfriend Stealer - Deep Blackened Plum (Cremesheen)
Ronnie Red - Bright Red (Matte)

Lipglass 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Mall Madness - Mid-Tone Pink Violet
Strawberry Malt - Bright Red
Feelin' So Good - Deep Blackened Plum

Spoiled Rich Eyeshadow X4 44.00 US/52.00 CAD
Ron Ron Run - Deep Navy (Satin)
Spoiled Rich - Rich Purple (Frost)
Pin-Up Purple - Mid-Tone Orchid (Frost)
Gravel - Charcoal (Matte) 

Pearlglide Intense Eye Liner 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Designer Purple - Violet with Pearlized Pigments
Petrol Blue - Deep Navy with Pearlized Pigments

Pigment 23.00 US/27.50 CAD
Magic Spells - Blackened Teal
Black Poodle - Blackened Pink

Opulash 17.50 US/21.00 CAD
Bad Bad Black - Intense Black

Powder Blush 22.00 US/26.00 CAD
Prom Princess - Mid-Tone Violet Pink (Satin)

Pearlmatte Face Powder 29.00 US/34.00 CAD
Veronicas Blush - Silvery pink with deep pink hearts

Nail Lacquer 17.50 US/21.00 CAD
Past Curfew - Deep Berry (Cream)
Double Trouble - Deep Navy (Cream)
Ronnie Red: Instagram photo by @vivatregina (Regina Belmonte)
Boyfriend Stealer
Daddy's Little Girl
Something Sweet
Girl Next Door


Accessories:

Archie's Girls Brush Kit  49.50 US/59.50 CAD
167 SE - Face Blender Brush
168 SE - Large Angle Contour Brush
226 SE - Small Tapered Blending Brush
242 SE - Shader brush
266 SE - Small Angle Brush

Jingle Jangle Coin Purse 32.00 US/38.50 CAD
White faux patent coin purse with red piping and zipper closure

Young Hearts Mirror  25.00 US/30.00 CAD
Mirror with white faux patent slipcase

Just a Flirt Makeup Bag 38.00 US/45.00 CAD
White Faux Patent Makeup Bag

Yours Forever Tote 49.50 US/59.50 CAD
White faux patente tore with heart shaped front pocket and red piping

Can't wait to see this collection up close!


The Exclusive MAC Archie Girls Sprint 2013 Collection Invitation  - Click on Image to Expand!

Today I received my exclusive MAC Archie Girls Invitation from the MAC Soho NYC store, and I am so excited! the invitation features exclusive stickers featuring both Betty Cooper and Veronica Lodge wearing their respective products.


Official MAC Archie's Girls Logo


Archie's Girls Collection

Channelling Betty Cooper
The Girl-Next-Door Blonde
The Betty Cooper line incorporates shades of pink, coral, peach and plum which reflect Cooper's bubbly and loveable personality.
Lipstick 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Betty Bright - Light Vibrant Peach (Satin)
Girl Next Door - Vivid Blue Pink (Lustre)
Oh, Oh, Oh - Sheer Brown Plum (Lustre)

Lipglass 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Kiss & Don't Tell - Bright Coral
Summer Sweetheart - Light Peach
Stay Sweet - Light Lavender Pink

Caramel Sundae Eyeshadow X4 44.00 US/52.00 CAD
Caramel Sundae - Mid-Tone Warm Tan (Satin)
Cheryl Chic - Light Coral Pink (Frost)
Dreammaker - Pale Frosty Yellow (Frost)
Showstopper - Dark, cool-toned brown (Matte)

Pearlglide Intense Liner 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Black Swan - Black ith gold pearlized Pigments
Lord it Up - Bronze with pearlized Pigments

Pigment 23.00 US/27.00 CAD
Lucky in Love - Shimmering Light Blue Green
Cheers My Deear - Light Lavender

Opulash 17.50 US/21.00 CAD
Optimum Black - Saturated Intense Black

Powder Blush 22.00 US/26.00 CAD
Cream Soda - Light Neutral Coral (Satin)

Pearlmatte Face Powder 29.00 US/34.00 CAD
Flatter me - Golden peach base with coral hearts

Nail Lacquer 17.50 US/21.00 CAD
Comic Cure - Bright Coral (Cream)
Pep Pep Pep - Light peach nude (Cream)


Channelling Veronica Lodge
The Vivacious, Spoiled, Rich Brunette
The Veronica line is sultrier and features darker make-up. Think plums, navy and black.
Lipstick 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Daddys Little Girl - Mid-Tone Pink Violet (Satin)
Boyfriend Stealer - Deep Blackened Plum (Cremesheen)
Ronnie Red - Bright Red (Matte)

Lipglass 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Mall Madness - Mid-Tone Pink Violet
Strawberry Malt - Bright Red
Feelin' So Good - Deep Blackened Plum

Spoiled Rich Eyeshadow X4 44.00 US/52.00 CAD
Ron Ron Run - Deep Navy (Satin)
Spoiled Rich - Rich Purple (Frost)
Pin-Up Purple - Mid-Tone Orchid (Frost)
Gravel - Charcoal (Matte) 

Pearlglide Intense Eye Liner 16.50 US/20.00 CAD
Designer Purple - Violet with Pearlized Pigments
Petrol Blue - Deep Navy with Pearlized Pigments

Pigment 23.00 US/27.50 CAD
Magic Spells - Blackened Teal
Black Poodle - Blackened Pink

Opulash 17.50 US/21.00 CAD
Bad Bad Black - Intense Black

Powder Blush 22.00 US/26.00 CAD
Prom Princess - Mid-Tone Violet Pink (Satin)

Pearlmatte Face Powder 29.00 US/34.00 CAD
Veronicas Blush - Silvery pink with deep pink hearts

Nail Lacquer 17.50 US/21.00 CAD
Past Curfew - Deep Berry (Cream)
Double Trouble - Deep Navy (Cream)
Ronnie Red: Instagram photo by @vivatregina (Regina Belmonte)
Boyfriend Stealer
Daddy's Little Girl
Something Sweet
Girl Next Door


Accessories:

Archie's Girls Brush Kit  49.50 US/59.50 CAD
167 SE - Face Blender Brush
168 SE - Large Angle Contour Brush
226 SE - Small Tapered Blending Brush
242 SE - Shader brush
266 SE - Small Angle Brush

Jingle Jangle Coin Purse 32.00 US/38.50 CAD
White faux patent coin purse with red piping and zipper closure

Young Hearts Mirror  25.00 US/30.00 CAD
Mirror with white faux patent slipcase

Just a Flirt Makeup Bag 38.00 US/45.00 CAD
White Faux Patent Makeup Bag

Yours Forever Tote 49.50 US/59.50 CAD
White faux patente tore with heart shaped front pocket and red piping

Can't wait to see this collection up close!