Essie Winter collection 2010 swatches and review
I was very kindly sent the Essie Winter 2010 collection to try out recently and being the last day of Winter today here in Aus I thought I'd better get my swatches up quick smart for you ladies!! This collection was released internationally some time ago but was only released here in Aus a few months ago. Onto the swatches!
Going Incognito is described as "deep emerald green". To me it's more of a forest green and the formula is of a jelly like creme. It's ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! I don't have enough greens in my collection and this is SO welcome! 2 coats is pictured.
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Luxedo is a deep plum jelly that looks almost black on the nail. I love jelly polishes and this is no exception. Luxedo is fantastic when you want a dark polish but don't want to go with black. 2 coats is pictured.
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Hot Coco is a sepia taupe creme. A great work appropriate colour! 3 coats is pictured.
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Silken Cord is a stunning bright coral candy red. Essie do sexy reds like no other brand I've come across and Silken Cord is just perfection. I wish I had this polish when I met D - I'm sure I would have won his heart faster haha!
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Masquerade Belle is a deep red wine jelly. The ultimate vampy shade! 3 coats is pictured.
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Smokin' Hot is described as "stone-cold fox gray". It's a tough colour to describe and I'd say its a purplish grey creme. My apologies for the dodgy swatch pics here, I am not made for swatching and I was getting quite restless at this stage! The first picture below is most colour accurate - my camera wouldn't pick up the colour properly. 2 coats is pictured.
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Overall: A gorgeous collection from Essie! The colours are perfect for the colder months (or anytime of the year for that matter!) and there is a great selection of colours and finishes. I'm so happy there are three jelly finishes included! My must haves for this collection would be Going Incognito, Silken Cord and Luxedo.
I found the formulas on these excellent albeit on the thinner side. I found I had to apply more carefully so as to not flood my cuticle but this wasn't too much of an issue. The polishes are highly pigmented and applied like an absolute dream! Most only needed 2 coats for opacity and had I been more careful I could have gotten away with 2 coats for all colours. The finish of these is just so unbelievably glossy - you can see my reflection in almost all my pictures! Dry time was excellent too.
Details: The Essie Winter collection 2010 can be purchased now from Myer stores and Hairhouse Warehouse stores nationally for $18.95.
US ladies can purchase Essie nail polishes from the Essie online store for $8US.
What's your favourite from the collection? Thanks for looking as always ladies!
Product(s) sent to me for consideration but this in no way influenced my review in any way. As always, my reviews are my 100% honest opinion. My Disclosure Policy can be viewed here.
Going Incognito is described as "deep emerald green". To me it's more of a forest green and the formula is of a jelly like creme. It's ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! I don't have enough greens in my collection and this is SO welcome! 2 coats is pictured.
Close up:
Luxedo is a deep plum jelly that looks almost black on the nail. I love jelly polishes and this is no exception. Luxedo is fantastic when you want a dark polish but don't want to go with black. 2 coats is pictured.
Close up:
Hot Coco is a sepia taupe creme. A great work appropriate colour! 3 coats is pictured.
Close up:
Silken Cord is a stunning bright coral candy red. Essie do sexy reds like no other brand I've come across and Silken Cord is just perfection. I wish I had this polish when I met D - I'm sure I would have won his heart faster haha!
Close up:
Masquerade Belle is a deep red wine jelly. The ultimate vampy shade! 3 coats is pictured.
Close up:
Smokin' Hot is described as "stone-cold fox gray". It's a tough colour to describe and I'd say its a purplish grey creme. My apologies for the dodgy swatch pics here, I am not made for swatching and I was getting quite restless at this stage! The first picture below is most colour accurate - my camera wouldn't pick up the colour properly. 2 coats is pictured.
Close up:
Overall: A gorgeous collection from Essie! The colours are perfect for the colder months (or anytime of the year for that matter!) and there is a great selection of colours and finishes. I'm so happy there are three jelly finishes included! My must haves for this collection would be Going Incognito, Silken Cord and Luxedo.
I found the formulas on these excellent albeit on the thinner side. I found I had to apply more carefully so as to not flood my cuticle but this wasn't too much of an issue. The polishes are highly pigmented and applied like an absolute dream! Most only needed 2 coats for opacity and had I been more careful I could have gotten away with 2 coats for all colours. The finish of these is just so unbelievably glossy - you can see my reflection in almost all my pictures! Dry time was excellent too.
Details: The Essie Winter collection 2010 can be purchased now from Myer stores and Hairhouse Warehouse stores nationally for $18.95.
US ladies can purchase Essie nail polishes from the Essie online store for $8US.
What's your favourite from the collection? Thanks for looking as always ladies!
Product(s) sent to me for consideration but this in no way influenced my review in any way. As always, my reviews are my 100% honest opinion. My Disclosure Policy can be viewed here.
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They look beautiful on you1 Great job, you should swatch more often ;-p
ReplyDeleteUhh you have the prettiest nails - so jealous!!
ReplyDeleteThese colours look beautiful - do you know If Australia will be getting the Essie Brazilliant collection for Spring/Summer?
the last one is the best for me ;)
ReplyDeleteAll of them look fab on you- I dont think I can pick a fave on you! I have been lemming Smokin Hot since last year though, so I think I need to track that one down before it's too late :)
ReplyDeleteamazing swatches! i love the glossy finish of these
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OMG they're all gorgeous!!! Is that $18.95 for the entire collection? Or just each bottle?
ReplyDeleteGorgeous swatches! I really like Luxedo, it's so pretty :)
ReplyDeleteAll of the shades look absolutely gorgeous and I love the finish but 'Going Incognito' has got to be my fave!
ReplyDeleteI live this collection! It's going on to my Must Have list. Your nails are gorgeous. Thanks for a great review!
ReplyDeleteit's unbeliavable how shiny and glossy they look x_x
ReplyDeletethanks for the huge swatch :D! Did you do all in one sitting xD?
the lush green is ma favourite so far x) I'm such a colour lover <3
@Jamie: Awww you're too sweet Jamie!! I would swatch more but I just need time, sunlight and patience on my side lol.
ReplyDelete@Beauty Soiree: You make me blush lovely! <3 I hated my nails when I was younger actually.. I've emailed the PR in Aus and will let you know! ;) (She's away though at the moment doh)
@lady_flower123: Smokin' Hot is quite an unusual colour so I can see why you'd like it most!
ReplyDelete@tasha~: Thanks Tasha! It's the awesome collection that helps make my nails look good hehe. Definitely pick up the polishes before they disappear - I know the pain of trying to hunt something down and it's all gone! o_O
@Jenny: Thanks Jenny =) I can't believe how crazy glossy they are - I think topcoat would actually dull them! I laugh seeing my big head reflected in all the photos haha.
ReplyDelete@Ling: I wish it was for the whole collection!! Each bottle is $18.95 ;)
@Elsa P: Luxedo is a must have I think. A very gorgeous colour! And I love the finish =)
ReplyDelete@Cherry: Essie have put out a fantastic collection in every way. I'm happy to hear that Going Incognito is your favourite too!!
@Therese D: No problem Therese, I'm glad you enjoyed my swatches =) I'm always happy to enable my readers!!
ReplyDelete@Moni: These are CRAZY glossy. I am a gloss lover so I am so happy lol. I don't think any topcoat I have is as shiny!!
Yup I did it in one sitting =S It took me forever but I was determined! Hehe Going Incognito is my favourite too - love love colour these days! I can't believe I only ever stuck to pinks before *smack*.
Pretty colors. I REALLY like Luxedo, such a gorgeous finish to it.
ReplyDeleteThis collection is gorgeous!! Love Masquerade Belle, and its name..eeeee! The swatches are beautiful, thanks for this post!
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These are amazing, chelle! I honestly own three polishes (teehee) and I'm drooling over this collection. When I get richer, I'll buy more polishes! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat product swatches. Thanks for putting in so much effort. The pictures are a great help. This collection looks amazing. I love almost all of them but that green will probably have to be my fav.
ReplyDeleteWow they are all gorgeous !
ReplyDeleteOMG 'Chelle these are gorgeous swatches! I was on the fence about this collection before but now I know I need EVERY color. Simply beautiful. :D
ReplyDeleteAMAZING SWATCHES. I love looking at your swatches haha.
ReplyDeleteWow, they all have really high shine <3 Love them all! But I've had such bad experiences with Essie polishes :(
Beautiful collection.
ReplyDeleteIt looks great on your nails! In mines, it would look quite different... lol
xoxo
'Going Incognito' is just lush! I have been looking for a green nail polish for ages and I think this is the one - can't wait to purchase it and try it out xoxo
ReplyDeleteThey look pretty!
ReplyDeleteThese look gorgeous! Thank you for sharing
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