Hey Girlies!
This post feels long overdue and I'm sure you've already seen swatches of these pretty earthy tones already, but I couldn't NOT do a post on them. Plus, you want to see comparisons right? Me too. Ok it's settled, let's get to it!
Lighten the Mood
I absolutely love these kinds of colors, so I should be excited about this one but I feel like we've seen this exact color before, you know? It has a smooth formula, but streaky on the first coat. Still a bit patchy on the second coat but some nails looked good, so this one's opaque in 2-3 coats. It looked the best on me with three coats and top coat to smooth it out.
Lighten the Mood vs. Mix Taupe vs. Urban Jungle vs. Between the Seats vs. Topless and Barefoot
Let it Glow
Let it Glow vs. Oh Behave vs. Stones 'n' Roses vs. Fun in the Gondola
I have absolutely no other Essie's in my collection that compares. I know everyone has been interested to know how Oh Behave compares, but it's much lighter and peachier. If you like this shade, it's got a good formula and is unique.
Less is Aura
Less is Aura vs. Suit & Tied vs. Sorrento Yourself vs. Clothing Optional vs. Mamba
While these are all a similar color, they all have different undertones. Less is Aura is the most neutral, the rest are more warm toned.
Blue-tiful Horizon
Blue-tiful Horizon vs. Smooth Sailing vs. Pret a Surfer
I have absolutely nothing in my collection that compares to Blue-tiful Horizon, which makes me love it even more.
Seeing Stars
Seeing Stars vs. Partner in Crime vs. Ready to Boa
Hazy Daze
Hazy Daze vs. Kimono Over vs. Under the Twilight vs. Turn 'n' Pose
Under the Twilight and Kimono Over are just a touch darker than Hazy Daze but they are quite close. Kimono Over has more of a plum undertone and Hazy Daze is a true ultra violet. Turn 'n' Pose is much lighter and more plummy.
The cool thing about this collection is that these are all permanent additions! I'm loving these gorgeous, rich earth tones with small pops of color and shimmer. My absolute favourite of the collection is Blue-tiful Horizon but I also really like Seeing Stars. And did you notice that all the formula's were great?! Did you pick up any from this collection? Which is your favourite shade?
I'm sorry this post came so late, but I promise you a reeeeeealllly good post on Thursday that you'll want to see!! Any guesses what it might be?
These polishes were sent to me by Essie Canada but I always give my 100% honest opinion!
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SPRING COLLECTION 2018?!?!
Anyway, great post and comparisons as always! Really glad that these are permanent so people should have an easier time getting a hold of them...even in the UK! Over here, Let It Glow is a Superdrug exclusive but I'm hoping they'll still roll out the rest of the shades eventually!
Lovely review and comparisons. I've got Let it Glow which is the only one available in the UK. Hopefully we'll get the rest of the collection at some point.
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Hi Kindra! Thanks for this review and especially the comparisons. I think those are always my favorite part of your posts here!! I agree with your assessment of Lighten the Mood, having more blush undertones. I immediately knew it would be complimentary to my pale skin tone, much more so than any of the other nudes you compared it with here. I ran out and bought it as soon as I saw this collection in my local Walgreen's!! And overall, I think this is a lovely, unique collection; much better than either the resort or the spring collections this year. Resort is a yawnfest for me, and spring is a fall collection lying about its name!! (Sorry, Essie! That's just my opinion!)
I actually bought Let it Glow based on your comparison, because Stones and Roses looks so good with my complexion. Good move! Thanks for taking the time. I always check out your blog when a new Essie launch is due.
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