Lace and Lacquers: Julep

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Friday, July 10, 2015

Forget Me Not Friday - JULEP: Becca & Janet + BORN PRETTY STORE

Julep Janet (left) and Becca (right)

Hi guys! Today's Forget Me Not Friday features 2 Julep polishes from this year, plus a Born Pretty Store plate that I've never used because I lost it. So check out these 2 colors and check out my stamping mani after the jump :]

Forget Me Not Friday - JULEP: Carolyn & FORMULA X: Crash

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Julep Carolyn (left) and Formula X Crash (right)

HAPPY FRIDAY! This week's Forget Me Not Friday features 2 different polishes because I was grabbing polishes out of the bin and I was like, "oooh, these would look nice together!" So here they are! I think I've had the Formula X polish for a year, so it's been a long time coming. Check these 2 polishes out after the jump!

Forget Me Not Friday: JULEP - Aretha

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Julep Aretha

HAPPY FRIDAY! Today I have Julep Aretha to share with you. Geeze, I haven't reviewed a Julep since last year... This is from the Julep 2014 Birthstone Collection. This is March's birthstone polish. Since my birthday is on Monday, I figured it was about time I pulled this one out :P Check out the swatches down below.

Julep Aretha over China Glaze Kinetic Candy

Aretha is a "multi-dimensional glitter top coat" inspired by the March birthstone, aquamarine. This polish is filled with iridescent (swoon) hex and square glitter filled with rainbow flashes. While this polish looks like it has a sheer blue base, that actually shows up as clear.

Not that big of a deal, but I'd expect it to be blue if it's representing aquamarine. You know?! At least it's good news to anyone who want/ed this polish, it's just an iridescent glitter topper haha... pretty darn easy to find.

I did 1 coat of Aretha over China Glaze Kinetic Candy. The formula was a little on the thick side, but was easy to spread over the nail with multiple brush strokes. I'll probably add a drop of thinner next time. Great dry time, no issue.

Like I said, if you like this polish... you can probably find an available alternative without issue. I don't love it but I don't hate that I own it LOL. Just kind of sad that I spent $12 on it. Meh. You win some, you lose some.

XOXO,

I bought this myself. Is that good enough for you, Federal Trade Commission?

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

JULEP: Love

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Julep Love

Guyyysssss! I'm a horrible blogger and didn't plan a post for today haha. I'm going to be in some fashion show because a model dropped out, and my friend who is doing makeup asked if I could do it. So I agreed, not knowing what I'm getting myself into lmfao! I figured the designer wouldn't want bright green nails... And there were no polish specifications... Soooo I decided to try out Julep Love! So here's a quick #NOTD.

Julep Love

Love came as a freebie in the February boxes. I didn't think I'd like it from the images online, but I actually love Love! :P Love is a "gold, pearl and fuchsia micro glitter". It's so shiny and almost pearly chrome look! I love the way this polish catches and reflects light. I've honestly been obsessed with looking at my nails since I put this on lmao.

I did 2 coats of love, plus top coat in these pictures. The application was smooth, a little thick for my tastes but not problematic. No issues with dry time, it dried pretty quickly.

I don't think this is available for sale? I can't find it on their site. I'm sure they'll pop up in blog sales though, Juleps seem to be prevalent in blog sales lol. EDIT: Alison F. reminded me that Sinful Colors Gilded is a close dupe to Love!

Take the Style Quiz to get started and get your Welcome Box for free (use code FREEBOX and pay $3.99 shipping). Around the 20th of each month you will receive an email letting you know the Maven window is open and you can preview, change and upgrade the coming month's Maven box.

So, what is in a Julep Maven Welcome Box? Monthly Maven boxes are often themed and always contain at least $40 of Julep products for the monthly subscription fee of $19.99.

If you're not a Maven, you can always try out your first box for free. Some people like Julep - some people don't. I don't like their products but I (personally) always like their polishes. It's always a fun thing to receive every month, too! You can always cancel by calling them and letting them know. You can skip months that don't seem like your style.

Have a great afternoon,

Thursday, August 15, 2013

SALLY HANSEN: Fuzzy Coat - Wool Lite & Fuzzy Fantasy

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Sally Hansen Fuzzy Coat polishes Fuzzy Fantasy (left)
& Wool Lite (right)

Hewow! Today I have 2 of the Sally Hansen Fuzzy Coats to show you! I know not everyone is a fan of bar glitter haha and those who don't usually make a strong case for not liking it! I personally love bar glitter, and I was super stoked to try these. If bar glitter lying flat is a concern of yours - don't worry these do lay flat! After the jump I have swatch and review of these 2 fuzzy fashion statements!

NOTD

Pin It Hey guys! Just wanted to share my nail of the day with you! :] I used colors from the Julep June box, LOVING their colors for this month! I also used Bundle Monster BM 316 for both stamps!

Julep Dianna and Lexie

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Wednesday, June 26, 2013

POLISH ADDICT: Dr. Franken & Jellyfish I

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Polish Addict Jellyfish I (left) and Dr. Franken (right)

Wuddddupppp?! Today I have 2 polishes by Polish Addict to share with you! After the jump, swatch and review, plus a comparison to an older Polish Addict polish.