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Chanel Magic nail polish review from the Nuit Magique collection

 in Beauty / Nail Polish  tagged blue / chanel / chanel nail polish / fall 2013 / navy / reviews / winter 2014 by

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Photo: Chanel Magic nail polish. One base coat, two coats of color, no top coat. Photo taken in direct sun. 2013©

Chanel Magic nail polish is one of two new, limited edition nail polish colors from Chanel’s fall/winter 2013/2014 special collection “Nuit Magique.” This beautiful, dark yet sparkling collection was inspired by Chanel’s own autumn/winter runway, ready-to-wear runway collection. Magic by Chanel is a deep, dark blue which is the perfect shade of navy in a cream nail polish.

Chanel Magic nail polish is a brilliant segway from fall’s “Alchimie“ and “Mysterious“ nail polish colors by Chanel. This classic navy blue hue blends well with both winter’s color palette and resort’s brighter color palette which includes shades of blue as well as hues such as pink and green that play well with navy blue nail polish. Love that!

In addition to working with the current color trends, Chanel Magic nail polish is a dark color which will prepare nail fans for what is to come this spring; black nail polish. That’s right! Chanel will be re-promoting “Black Satin“ nail polish in spring 2014. Remember when “Black Satin” came out the first time and it sold out in stores within 24 hours? Grab a bottle now before history repeats itself!

I tested out Chanel Magic nail polish with one base coat and two coats of colors; no top coat. The polish is dark so it shows chips easily. Magic by Chanel only lasted four days on my nails, but to its’ credit, I did a lot of housecleaning during those four days so I may have sped up the chipping process. If I had used a top coat, Chanel Magic nail polish would have lasted longer on my nails without chipping.

Chanel Magic nail polish is limited edition and a beautiful blue hue! If you are a blue fan like me, grab a bottle before it is too late! Chanel Magic is priced at $27 and can be found at Chanel Boutiques as well as Chanel.com.

There are other navy blue options for nail polish at softer price points. Here are a few beautiful dark blues and navy blues which won’t break the bank.

Laura Mercier Mocha Myth creme smooth lip color | lipstick review

 in Beauty  tagged holidays 2013 / laura mercier / lipstick / reviews / winter 2014 by

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Photos: Earrings: Twisted Silver (sold out, also love these) / Lipstick: c/o Laura Mercier “Mocha Myth“ / Necklace: c/o Twisted Silver / Top: Banana Republic (sold out, also love this one) / Nail Polish: Laura Mercier “Butterfly Wings“

Laura Mercier’s new “Mocha Myth” crème smooth lip color is a beautiful coffee colored lipstick. When I first spotted “Mocha Myth” by Laura Mercier I was expecting the lipstick to have a creamy, deep brown application. This was not the case. The crème smooth lip color acted as a hybrid between a heavy crème lipstick and sheer lip color. I love that!

The application was smooth and nourishing; leaving my lips moisturized. The color was long lasting and offered a natural looking, soft mocha hue on my lips. This is the perfect neutral lipstick for adding dimension to one’s face! “Mocha Myth” by Laura Mercier turned out to be perfect for adding life to my face with a black blouse, or dark top. It also blends well with any color or printed fabric. I have found myself reaching for Laura Mercier’s “Mocha Myth” everyday no matter what I am wearing! It has found a permanent place in my purse!

Since Laura Mercier’s crème smooth lip color in “Mocha Myth” is such a nice lipstick to wear, I am looking forward to adding the other new lip color from Laura Mercier in the collection; “Plumberry!”

Laura Mercier’s “Mocha Myth” crème smooth lip color is priced at $26 and can be found online here.

Laura Mercier Butterfly Wings nail polish review

 in Beauty / Nail Polish  tagged classic style / holiday gift ideas / holidays 2013 / laura mercier / resort 2014 / reviews / winter 2014 by

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Pictured: Nail Polish: c/o Laura Mercier “Butterfly Wings“ two coats color, one base coat. Photo taken outside in cloudy weather.

Laura Mercier’s new “Butterfly Wings” nail polish offers an on trend, yet classic look. One of the biggest trends in fashion right now is the iridescent look. Iridescent hues have been popping up on everything from handbags to shoes to clothing; and of course on nail polish! Laura Mercier’s “Butterfly Wings” offers that “of-the-moment” iridescent look in a classic, cool pink which is edgy and sleek.

“Butterfly Wings” by Laura Mercier is perfect for the winter 2014 season, the holiday 2013 season; and as we move into resort 2014. The soft, cool pink with an iridescent look blends well with the current season’s color palette. “Butterfly Wings” plays well with winter 2014’s pastels and holidays hues such as red, green and metallics. Laura Mercier’s “Butterfly Wings” also works well with resort 2014’s bright colors, cobalt hues and colorful patterns. This is an easy color to wear every day and every night throughout the season! After all, who has time during the holiday season to paint their nails every day to match a different outfit? Not me!

I absolutely adore the iridescent pink hue of Laura Mercier’s “Butterfly Wings” nail polish for winter, the holidays and as we move into the resort/cruise season. This is a great color to wear all the time.

I tested Laura Mercier’s “Butterfly Wings” with one base coat and two coats of color; no top coat. The polish lasted six days without chipping! Love that!

Laura Mercier’s “Butterfly Wings” nail polish is limited edition and priced at $18. If can be found online here.