Hi Dolls, I thought it’d be fun to share my go-to nail
polish shades this summer with you. These are my current favorites and I’ve been alternating
between them when getting my nails done professionally or doing them at home.
Essie polishes are known for their long- lasting formula and
range in over 300 shades. They
cost about $8, but you can find a better deal when they go on sale depending on
the store you get them from. They tend
to go on sale often, and you can find them at your local drugstore or beauty
supply store. They will last you a
long time, but make sure you store them in a cool place away from direct
sunlight. I have to be frank with
you, though, and tell you that the application of some of the polishes may seem
thick. Still, I suggest applying
two coats on top of a nourishing base coat in order to bring out the true color
of that particular shade and get the best results.
Here are a few of my favorite shades (left to right):
- Go Ginza= an opaque white-based pastel shade of lavender and pink that is just perfect for summer. It’s subtle, yet fashion- forward and I hold it near and dear to my heart, as this was one of the color inspirations for my wedding.
- Candy Mint Apple= A bright and fun, cool-toned opaque pastel that, depending on your skin tone, can either look like a pale shade of mint green or sea foam blue. This shade won’t make your nails look chalky or dull at all, and will perk them up instead.
- Fiji= The name says it all! It is by far the BEST baby pink I have ever seen. Like the two shades mentioned above, it is an opaque pale pink with blue undertones that is just so perfect for summer! Regardless of your skin tone, this is guaranteed to make you look tanner, especially on your toes. However, I also find it to be Essie’s trickiest polish to apply. It tends to be on the thick side and can leave your nails looking streaky. I recommend either taking it with you to a nail salon (or use it if they have it), or shaking the bottle in between coats to even out the product in the bottle.
- Peach Daiquiri= A bold and bright coral shade of pink that is a cross between watermelon and fuchsia (depending on the light). This color just pops, it is one of the easier Essie creamy formulas, it doesn’t streak and dries out super shiny. Try this for your next pool party and match it with a refreshing peach daiquiri to quench your thirst.
- Urban Jungle= A creamy new take on the typical stark whiteout summer shade. This opaque beige and off-white color will make you look tan, yet won’t come across as dull or chalky. Its initial application may look a bit sheer and streaky, but after two coats you will successfully achieve the color you see in the bottle. With this shade, you can wear white well after Labor Day!
So there you have it.
I’d love to know what you’re currently wearing on your nails, so feel
free to share your thoughts with me.
XOXO,
