I could not go celebrate with naked nails, especially because there is still some yellow staining that I am working to clean off. So, with a million things to do before I left, I had to find something simple to cover up with. I was wearing a green dress, but did not want to match my nails, so I looked for something that would go well with a few outfits. I settled on my Strawberry Fields, which I had not tried yet, and figured I'd splash on a little Luxe & Lush for an easy accent. Man o man!
*1 coat Sally Hansen Hard as nails base
*3 thin coats China Glaze Strawberry Fields
*1 thick coat China Glaze Luxe & Lush
*2 coats Health Hoof Lacquer
I am in love with Strawberry Fields! This is a richer pink than I usually wear, darker and more sedated. The berry shade seemed like one that would be appropriate with a few different outfits. I could see the golden shimmer in the bottle, but was not prepared for how clear and gorgeous it would translate on the nail. In the sun, I cannot take my eyes off of this one! I was going to stop at 2 thin coats, but there was a bit of nail line visible in the light, so I used a third. Then, I put a coat of Luxe & Lush on my ring finger. This flakey shard glitter is so pretty and unique. I have only used it a couple of times, and always forget how much easier this is to apply than I expect. There is a little work to get the flakes to fill in like I want, but it's not nearly enough work to turn me off. I use Healthy Hoof to help even out the flakes and to amp up the shine.
I am so sad that it has taken me so long to try out this polish! Strawberry Fields is just amazing and will soon become a go-to for me. The Luxe & Lush has enough of its own golden tones and reflects the pink well, letting the polish still show through. I loved this mani and, while I have some extra time and am itching to try something new, I hate to think about taking this one off!
Before I go, I want to tell you about a very generous giveaway that Kaki is offering at Glitter Obsession! There is a set of 5 China Glaze OMG polishes up for win! They are amazing and she is being incredibly generous for her 1500 follower giveaway--CONGRATULATIONS! The giveaway ends 8/15. "May the odds be ever in your favor!"
