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Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Black Luna Nail Lacquer!

Hello Everyone!!  I'm so happy we got our power back yesterday after the storm on Monday!  It was a quick storm, but it effected a lot of towns!  Many didn't have power like us, and I'm just thankful we were only out of power for a day! Sometimes bad storms put us out a lot longer!  After driving yesterday, I saw a lot of trees uprooted!  It is quite scary!  Below is a couple blocks away.  I just ask that you keep those with damage in your thoughts and prayers!  I'm feeling very fortunate to not have had any devastation from the storm!  


Isn't it amazing what nature can do with a quick little burst of wind?  On a lighter note, I'm so excited to share some Black Luna Nail Lacquer swatches with you today!  I was sent these for review and it was my first time trying this brand.  I love the colors I was sent and the formula was great for all three!

You can purchase Black Luna Nail Lacquer at http://blacklunalacquer.storenvy.com/ and also can stay up to date on Facebook and Instagram - @blacklunalacquer.

First up, we have Comet.


For Comet, I used 2 coats along with Wicked Fast by Cult Nails.


What a perfect creation in time for the 4th of July!!  I absolutely love the white squares in this too!  I like that it has a hint of sheerness to see them.



Close up!


Next up, Bright Lights Holo Top Coat.


I was feeling like an office type mani, with a bit of sparkle.  I started with 2 coats of OPI Barefoot in Barcelona.


I then added 1 coat of Bright Lights.  My light box doesn't play nice with holo :-(


So I used the bedroom lighting.  I'm sorry it makes my skin look crazy, but look at that HOLO!!


I wore this to work for meetings and couldn't stop staring at my nails while typing. hehe



A beautiful holo top coat!  If you don't have one of these, I highly recommend it!  It makes any polish holo by layering it.  Part of the fun is finding new combos!  I really love these two together and will be wearing them again!


Close up - light box!


Close up - bedroom lighting.


Last, but not least, we have Forbidden Fruit.


For Forbidden Fruit, I used 2 coats along with Wicked Fast by Cult Nails.


What a gorgeous neon green!  And the name is too cute.  Again, my light box didn't really play nice with the gorgeous holo glitters in this!



Here is the bedroom lighting to show off the sparkles!



Close up!


I hope you enjoyed this look at Black Luna Lacquer!  I am so glad I had the opportunity to try these!  Her shop has lots of beautiful creations, so I recommend checking it out!  In case you missed above, you can purchase Black Luna Nail Lacquer at http://blacklunalacquer.storenvy.com/ and also can stay up to date on Facebook and Instagram - @blacklunalacquer.

Hope you have a great day!!

Much Love,
Crystal


*These products have been sent to me for review.  All thoughts and opinions are that of my own.*

Sunday, June 23, 2013

Tryst Lacquers!!

Hi Everyone!! I hope you all had a great weekend!! I'm excited to review a few Tryst Lacquers for you today!  

You can shop for Tryst Lacquers HERE or HERE on Etsy.  You can also stay up to date with Tryst Lacquers on  Facebook.  For example, there is a sale ending shortly!!!  You can also follow @trystlacquers on Instagram.



First up, Sage Advice.



For Sage Advice, I used 2 coats along with KBShimmer Clearly on Top.



You can purchase this beauty - HERE, in the drop down list.  I love the silver glitters in this light murky green color.  It's so elegant!
 


Close up! 



Next up, Jaded.



For Jaded, I used 2 coats along with KBShimmer Clearly on Top.



I love the glitters in this!  They are so delicate and beautiful!  And Jaded seems to change color in certain lights!  My light box, it looked more teal.


However, in my bedroom lighting, it looked more green.  So beautiful!



Close up!  You can purchase this HERE!  It is a Limited Edition.



Last, we have Just My Luck.



For Just My Luck, I used 2 coats along with Wicked Fast top coat by Cult Nails.



I can't help but think of the movie Just My Luck with Lindsey Lohan, LOL!!  I love this though!  The milky white base is loaded with glittering sparkles and love the white and green squares!



I do not see this for sale at this time, but hopefully it will be restocked ;-)



Close up!

 
I hope you enjoyed this look at Tryst Lacquers!! Be sure to check out her other fantastic creations!!  In case you missed above, you can shop for Tryst Lacquers HERE or HERE on Etsy.  You can also stay up to date with Tryst Lacquers on  Facebook.  You can also follow @trystlacquers on Instagram.

I hope you have a great day!

Much Love,
Crystal




*These polishes have been bought at a discount for review. All thoughts and opinions are that of my own.*

Monday, June 17, 2013

Quick Update

Hi Everyone!

These last couple of months have been challenging to say the least!  I am sorry that I haven't been here as regularly as before, but I do hope to get back to that.  I've been trying to focus more on my home, improving and doing more, as I've often let my husband take more of the responsibility of chores!  How unfair is that?!  My full time job has also been demanding, but I am thankful to have a place of employment.  And finally, I am continuing to be active at the gym!  Unfortunately, my hobby and passion of blogging has taken a bit of the backseat as I try to manage my life right now.  I had hoped a break would help me come back more focused, but really it just made me notice how little I have contributed to my husband and my household over the past year.  I really admire those women (and men) out there who do it all and do it so well!  And the ones with children?  You are my hero! ;-)

I wanted to share this because you, my dear readers, mean so much to me.  I do have a few more personal things that I'm working through, but nothing to be too concerned about.  My stress has overall been high and as much as I love swatching, blogging, and social media, it has all overwhelmed me a lot these past couple of months.  Something that has always been fun for me, started to become a chore and a lot of pressure.  I put the pressure on myself, so it was necessary to give myself some time away to be able to enjoy it again.  However, in that time, I took on reviews that I thought I could handle, but instead I became extremely behind.  I do realize how unprofessional and rude that is, but all I can do is apologize and continue working through the reviews.

My blog has grown a lot this past year, which has allowed me to reach so many wonderful people!  It's truly a blessing, and I'm extremely lucky to have such supportive friends and fans here.  I used to go through so many hobbies before I found blogging and polish.  Being a part of this community has worked it's way into my heart and life, so I'm not going anywhere.  I do wish I could say that starting now, I'll be back, perfectly on track, but I'm taking things slow, day by day. :-)  Thank you for being so patient and understanding with me.  I can't wait to share these wonderful polishes with you!

I hope you all have been enjoying the summer so far!  I'm very happy to say that I have been.  Although things have been busy, I am very glad to be spending more time with my husband, friends, and family!

Much Love,

Crystal



Monday, June 10, 2013

Sea Lore - Spring Seas


Hello Everyone!!  I hope you all had a great weekend!  ;-)  I'm so excited to review the Sea Lore Spring Seas collection today!!  These are all stunning and they all applied beautifully!

You can shop for Sea Lore polish at http://www.sealore.net/.  You can also find out more information on Sea Lore at Facebook, Twitter - @sealorepolish, and Instagram - @sealorepolish.

You can find full size of the Spring Seas - HERE for $10 or minis HERE for $5.50.  Sea Lore is also celebrating their 1st Birthday!! Congrats!!  The promotion ends today, so hurry!



From left to right, this is Jumping Jellyfish, Dancing Discus, Popping Parrotfish, Leaping Lyretail, and Springing Seahorse.


First up, Jumping Jellyfish.


For Jumping Jellyfish, I used 3 coats along with Wicked Fast top coat by Cult Nails.


This beautiful blue jelly is loaded with circle glitters, hexes, and flakes!


This is so fun and beautiful!  It does remind me of a jellyfish!


Close up!


Next, Dancing Discus.


For Dancing Discus, I used 2 coats along with Wicked Fast top coat by Cult Nails.


I love how elegant this one is!  It would be perfect with a vintage wedding dress I think!  I love the purple/blue iridescence along with the iridescent glitter too!


This would also look fantastic layered!  I bet over black it would look so amazing!


Close up!


Next up, Popping Parrotfish.


For Popping Parrotfish, I used 2 coats along with Wicked Fast top coat by Cult Nails.


What a fun and colorful polish!  I love all the little pops of color including, orange, yellow, green, purple, and pink.  Also, there is a beautiful shimmer in this.



Close up!


Next, we have Leaping Lyretail.


For Leaping Lyretail, I used 2 coats along with Cult Nails Wicked Fast.


This beautiful red jelly is packed with pink flakes, circle glitter, and hexes in colors of yellow, fuchsia, and light pink.



Close up!


Last, but not least, this is Springing Seahorse.


I started with 2 coats of Zoya Marley and 1 coat of Springing Seahorse and topped with Wicked Fast by Cult Nails.


What a beautiful glitter mix!  I love the purples and white along with the purple shimmer!



Close up!


I hope you enjoyed this look at Sea Lore with the Spring Seas collection.  In case you missed above, you can shop for Sea Lore polish at http://www.sealore.net/.  You can also find out more information on Sea Lore at Facebook, Twitter - @sealorepolish, and Instagram - @sealorepolish.

You can find full size of the Spring Seas - HERE for $10 or minis HERE for $5.50.  Sea Lore is also celebrating their 1st Birthday!! Congrats!!  The promotion ends today, so hurry!

Have a great day!

Much Love,
Crystal



*These products have been sent to me for review. All thoughts and opinions are that of my own.*