Nein! Nein! Nein! Ok Fine!

Name: Nein! Nein! Nein! Ok Fine!

Collection: German 2012

Colour: Deep moss green base with grey, black, navy and brown undertone (Very hard to describe!)

Coats: 1-2

Pros: This is a truly unique and constantly changing colour. As I moved through different lighting during the day, I saw various dark “military” shades like army green and dark navy. I didn’t have much extra time between classes to apply more than one coat so I was impressed with its coverage and fast drying time. I usually find dark polishes flat and boring but I like this polish because it plays with a mix of really interesting tones.

Cons: The only complaint I have is that I had to touch this polish up quite a few times over the days I was wearing it as the tips chipped really badly.

Similar Shades: If you are a fan of this colour, I suggest you check out the darker shades in OPI’s Touring America Collection from last year or “Here Today Argon Tomorrow” which is a darker, very deep green.

Wooden Shoe Like To Know?

Name: Wooden Shoe Like To Know?

Collection: Holland Collection

Colour: Light Brown with coppery gold duochome shimmer

Coats: 2

Pros: First of all I love the name of this polish! It’s so cute and witty while still matching the collection theme perfectly. This is an interesting colour that has the same weird effect as “Over the Taupe” where it’s hard to tell if it is brown or purple. This polish’s peculiarity is heightened by the interesting addition of coppery gold micro-shimmer that makes a duochrome effect! The first coat is really thin and a lot lighter than the second. It has a nice smooth finish though and didn’t require much cleanup.

Cons: Brown shades might not work for everyone’s skin tone or style. For me they lack excitement and clash with most of my outfits. Almost all of the polishes in this collection have a subtle micro-shimmer that looks so good in the bottle but unfortunately doesn’t transfer as prominently onto the nail. This is most evident in this polish. Finally, I would prefer a brown that has a bit more of a wow factor.

Similar Shades: Similar beige/mauve/brown effect as “Over the Taupe” and “Chocolate Moose.” For a richer, true chocolate brown, try “Suzi Loves Cowboys” from the Texas Collection!

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Get In the ‘Expresso’ Lane

Name: Get In the ‘Expresso’ Lane

Collection: Touring America

Colour: Dark Coffee Brown

Coats: 2

Pros: A smooth and creamy high gloss polish that is a nice alternative to black. It was super easy to apply and there were no streaks.

Cons: A bit muddy for my taste also a little boring for a dark polishes. I also dislike that there are some weird green undertones that can make this look murky in some lights.

Similar Shades: “Here Today Argon Tomorrow” is a deep green that is also high patent but goes on darker. “Suzi Loves Cowboys” is a more true chocolate brown that is warmer, but still a glossy crème.

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