Saturday, May 4, 2013

WINGIN' IT LACQUER: Dark Matter, Butterfly Fields, Dark Energy & Spring Fever

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Wingin' It Lacquer Dark Matter, Butterfly Fields,
Dark Energy & Spring Fever


Hi guys! Today I'm reviewing a new-to-me brand called Wingin' It Lacquer. This is part 1 of a 2 part series, check out part 2 here! After the jump, your usual swatches and review from me :]
These are the 4 colors I'll be reviewing today:



I'd like to make a note before you read my review: Crystal mentioned her note to me that she likes her polishes fairly thick, and that most people would prefer to add thinner over buying a thinner polish. She mentioned she would also be adding this disclaimer in her shop so consumers are aware before purchasing the polishes.

I personally am not a fan of thicker polishes, especially if I'm layering over a color (it tends to drag the color along with it making it look wrinkled). However, I did not add thinner to these polishes when I swatched them.

Wingin' It Lacquer Dark Matter over Sinful Colors Grecian Sun
Wingin' It Lacquer Dark Matter over Sinful Colors Grecian Sun
Wingin' It Lacquer Dark Matter over Sinful Colors Grecian Sun

Dark Matter is "a mix of sizes and shapes of purple, black and teal glitter in a greyish jelly base. There are some [black] stars and holo purple [glitter]". While I don't find this to be the most unique, I do like how this polish has the ability to change nearly any color you layer it on top of. I really enjoy the purple holo glitter, it gives it that little somethin' extra it needed.

I used 2 coats of Dark Matter over Sinful Colors Grecian Sun. While the formula was a tad thick, I didn't seem to have issues with it. With a thicker polish consistency, it is important to keep in mind how long you wait in between layers to avoid "slipping" of the other layers. I waited maybe a minute or 2 before I added the 2nd layer and everything was good to go. I'd also like to note I was unable to get any stars out of the bottle.

Wingin' It Lacquer Butterfly Fields
Wingin' It Lacquer Butterfly Fields
Wingin' It Lacquer Butterfly Fields

I find this to be pretty similar to other yellow creme base polishes, very Easter and spring looking! Butterfly Fields is a "creamy pale yellow with holographic lime hexes, purple dots and squares, teal dots, and pink hexes and dots. There are also holo pink butterflies". I think the holographic glitter really sets this one apart from the other pale yellow polishes I've seen before.

I did 3 coats of Butterfly Fields, no undies. I would mind the dry time with this one as well. I find thicker creme finishes need more dry time allowed. Otherwise, no issues with this one! I think most of my butterflies were stuck at the bottom of the bottle haha I was okay with it because I'm not a fan of butterfly glitter :P Resting the bottle upside-down should help that issue (if you enjoy the butterfly glitter)!

Wingin' It Lacquers Dark Energy over Revlon Plummy
Wingin' It Lacquers Dark Energy over Revlon Plummy
Wingin' It Lacquers Dark Energy over Revlon Plummy

Bars AND squares? People know the way to my heart bahaha. Dark Energy is a mix of sizes and shapes of teal, black and pink glitters". Mores specifically different sizes of hex, square and bar glitter.

I did 2 coats over Revlon Plummy. I didn't have any issues with this one :] I, again, minded dry time between coats due to the formula's thickness.

 This polish looks quite similar to Dark Matter:

Wingin' It Lacquer Dark Enegery (left) and Dark Matter (right)

Hopefully that quick swatch comparison will help you decide and avoid confusion if you decide to purchase :]

Wingin' It Lacquer Spring Fever
Wingin' It Lacquer Spring Fever
Wingin' It Lacquer Spring Fever
Spring Fever is a "shimmery aqua base with pink, teal, yellow and purple matte glitters of different sizes. There are several different colors of flower glitter". I feel when people make polishes, a shimmery aqua/mint color is the one they always try haha. Most of them I don't like, but I did enjoy the shimmery base of this polish! I also enjoyed the layering effect this polish has.

I did 2 coats of Sprin Fever, No undies. I was expecting this to be more sheer, so 2 coats was a nice surprise! I didn't have any issues with this polish and the flower glitter came out quite well, as you can see. :P

POLISH INFORMATION Brand: Wingin' It Lacquer
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Price: Full Sized $9
Where to Find: Etsy

Stay tuned for part dos!

These items were sent for review. My opinions of the brand are my own and are not influenced in any way. Please read the disclaimer tab for more information about my reviews.

4 comments:

  1. Spring Fever is cute <3 Never heard of Wingin' It, I'm so checking them out now...

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  2. I really like Butterfly Fields! Nice swatches :)

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