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What Are You Wearing on Your Nails?

August 29th, 2011 by Karen 71 Comments


Essie Power Clutch

Fall danced onto my mani/pedi this week, with Essie Power Clutch on my fingers ($8; from the Brand New Bag collection) and YSL La Laque Nail Laquer in 43 Wintergreen on my toes ($20; from Midnight Garden).

What about you? What are you wearing on your nails today?

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

What Are You Wearing on Your Nails? / Originally published August 29th, 2011

There are 71 comments on this post. Leave yours.

Categories: Just For Fun, Nails Keywords: essie, yves saint laurent

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  1. Heidi says

    August 29th, 2011 at 6:38 pm

    ULTA Professional’s Steal the Groom

    Reply
  2. VictoriaJane says

    August 29th, 2011 at 6:41 pm

    Essie Curve Ball (aka Barbie Bubblegum according to my daughter)

    Reply
  3. Karen says

    August 29th, 2011 at 6:41 pm

    Essie Ladylike from the Power Clutch Collection. I’m so-so on it. I thought it was going to be pinker but it looks mauvey, lilacy on me.

    Reply
    • Amanda says

      August 29th, 2011 at 6:52 pm

      Karen: I had the same reaction to Lady Like. It’s very pink in the bottle, so the purple-y application threw me.

      Reply
    • Adi says

      August 30th, 2011 at 11:52 am

      I loveee ladylike(:

      Reply
    • Swatch And Learn says

      August 31st, 2011 at 9:29 am

      I don’t buy many Essie polishes, but was thinking about trying this one out because it’s more lilac than pink.
      Swatch And Learn recently posted … Nail Art Tutorial: Bee Nails

      Reply
  4. Neha says

    August 29th, 2011 at 6:41 pm

    With temps continuously over 100 degrees here in Houston, summer is definitely NOT over! Therefore I’m wearing one of my new favs….. Essie Turquoise n Caicos! It’s a color my 4 year old daughter and I agree on! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Tessa says

    August 29th, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    I have on OPI “French Quarter for your thoughts”,
    i got it after seeing one of your posts of another brands gray.

    Reply
    • Laurina Esposito says

      August 30th, 2011 at 5:18 am

      I love that color! I got a little 4 mini bottle OPI set at Ulta and it had this color in it. I really liked it!

      Reply
  6. Aleksis says

    August 29th, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    Matte black polish with glossy tips. SO ready for fall!
    Aleksis recently posted … Mix n’ match nails.

    Reply
  7. Amanda says

    August 29th, 2011 at 6:50 pm

    Essie’s Innocent on my fingers and Little Brown Dress on my toes.

    Reply
  8. Aleeya says

    August 29th, 2011 at 6:51 pm

    I found this beautiful light purple polish from CVS called Belle of the Ball by Confetti. I am rocking that on my toes and hands. On my hand I did an overcoat of Sally Hansen white crackle on the index finger and the finger next to my pinky (don’t know the technical term lol) on both hands. I just did it to spice things up alittle but it is very cute!

    Reply
  9. Andie says

    August 29th, 2011 at 6:57 pm

    I’m wearing the same!!! I have been for a total of 10 mins… Before that was OPI Swimsuit… Nailed it

    Reply
  10. steph b says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:06 pm

    Overexposed in South Beach on my toes, Essie Secret Affair on my fingers

    Reply
  11. Vonvon says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    MAVALA x Elle Orange nail polish

    Reply
  12. marmar says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:09 pm

    I’m mad obsessed w/ Butter London’s “wallis” from their Fall collection. SO funky. Plus Essie’s “Ballet Slippers” on the toes~

    Reply
  13. Alison M says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:17 pm

    Put one last coat (okay, two!) of OPI Chocolate Shakespeare on my tootsies an hour ago. Last wear before putting it away for some deep plums this fall.

    Reply
  14. Cassy says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:18 pm

    Zoya Jules on my fingernails and Zoya Charla on my toes. I bought both at the same time and wanted to try them both out. They don’t really go together, though.

    Reply
  15. Amista says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:19 pm

    Im wearing Zoya – Neeka on my fingers.
    Amista recently posted … NOTD: Free Zoya Polish!

    Reply
  16. Andrea says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:24 pm

    love that Grey love that clutch

    Reply
  17. Emily says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:31 pm

    School pride nails! I went to a football game over the weekend, and my high school’s colors are orange and blue… I just haven’t bothered to switch it out yet.

    Reply
  18. Cindy G says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:38 pm

    Only my toes are painted at the moment; I’m wearing Essie Sexy Divide.

    Reply
  19. Beverly says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:41 pm

    I am wearing OPI Yodel Me On My Cell (a deep turquoise) and I topped it off with a coat of OPI Austin-tatious Turquoise (a bodacious blue-green) before I put a clear UV top coat on…

    Reply
  20. Mindy M. says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    ElePhantastic Pink by OPI

    Reply
  21. Rachel says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    Rescue Beauty Lounge in Coral. I have been obsessed with coral lips and nails lately. (And by lately I mean probably about a year now!) I stocked up on RBL during their 50% off sale last year and I am so hoping they do the sale again this year, I “need” more!

    Reply
    • Swatch And Learn says

      August 31st, 2011 at 9:31 am

      Yes, I’m with you! I’m waiting for another 50% off sale so I can go nuts! Their sales are the best.
      Swatch And Learn recently posted … Nail Art Tutorial: Bee Nails

      Reply
  22. Tavi says

    August 29th, 2011 at 7:58 pm

    I LOVE this color! I have a similar one by revlon called stormy.

    Reply
  23. Michelle Miller says

    August 29th, 2011 at 8:08 pm

    I’m wearing Nails Inc in Franklin’s Row on my fingers and OPI Crown Me Already on my toes 😀

    Reply
  24. Moriah says

    August 29th, 2011 at 8:14 pm

    Just put on OPI A Dozen Rosas on fingers and have OPI Ink on toes.

    Reply
  25. Christy says

    August 29th, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    I have been wearing Chanel Graphite, but I think I’ll change it up to Peridot tomorrow night
    Christy recently posted … Subtle Satiny MAC Semi-Precious Warmth of Coral & Pressed Amber Mineralize Blush Review & Swatches

    Reply
  26. thepaigest says

    August 29th, 2011 at 8:22 pm

    I am wearing London Butter All Hail the Queen 🙂

    Reply
  27. Ava says

    August 29th, 2011 at 8:23 pm

    Chanel Graphite on fingers, but Mimosa on my toes. May wear it all winter!
    Ava recently posted … d.j.v beautenizer, Fiberwig LX Mascara

    Reply
  28. Emma says

    August 29th, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    Shall We Dance from Sally Hansen on my fingers and toes

    Reply
  29. Chris25 says

    August 29th, 2011 at 8:48 pm

    China Glaze Gussied Up Green!

    Reply
  30. Krystal says

    August 29th, 2011 at 8:58 pm

    Sally Hansen’s Celeb City with a light sponging of Rimmel’s Green with Envy. Maybelline Onyx Rush striped along the sides with some dots in Wet ‘n Wild Gray’s Anatomy. Phew! And L’oreal Blue Marine with a coat of Jesse’s Girl Glee on my toes. 😛

    Reply
  31. Jessica says

    August 29th, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    Butter London All Hail McQueen (HG)

    Reply
  32. KayDi says

    August 29th, 2011 at 9:42 pm

    I just bought Power Clutch recently 🙂 I’m wearing Dior Aloha with Black Shatter to represent the SF Giants (went to a game over the weekend)

    Reply
  33. Kimberly says

    August 29th, 2011 at 10:46 pm

    Oooo speaking of Essie, I’m wearing Sew Psyched, with a diagonal half of my nail covered in OPI Black Shatter, topped off with the Essie matte top coat. It looks very army chic, and I’ve never had a matte stick so well without chipping (I think the Black Shatter solidified it a bit).

    Reply
    • Alyse says

      August 30th, 2011 at 6:52 am

      ooooh, I wish I could see a picture of that!! You just inspired my next nail creation since I have the black shatter, a matte topcoat, and an army-ish green color!

      Reply
  34. JJSomerville (@JJSomerville) says

    August 30th, 2011 at 12:06 am

    I’m wearing BYS peacock because i’m in a blue phase! Blogged at http://jjlikesprettythings.tumblr.com/post/9579902231/notd-bys-peacock

    Reply
  35. Tessa says

    August 30th, 2011 at 1:26 am

    I have Chanel’s Miami Peach om my nails, I love that colour! And wearing that colour is my way of denying that summer is pretty much over here in the Netherlands…

    Reply
  36. Mommysuy says

    August 30th, 2011 at 1:30 am

    Painted my nails an strawberry inspired nails;)

    Reply
  37. Helena says

    August 30th, 2011 at 2:28 am

    Nothing on my hands and Essie Smoking Hot on my toes.

    Reply
  38. ann says

    August 30th, 2011 at 3:28 am

    Chanel Graphite as haphazard tips (with Essie as a base) on my left hand w/ Chanel peridot on my index finger. On my right hand / toes.. nothing !

    Reply
  39. Laurina Esposito says

    August 30th, 2011 at 5:13 am

    I’m wearing OPI Planks A Lot!

    Reply
  40. Kim says

    August 30th, 2011 at 5:19 am

    Au natural on my nails, but I’ve been using my cuticle oil. 🙂 I’m with Brad from OPI/Sephora on my toenails. It’s been hanging on there for over a month with no chips, and that’s without a base or top coat. It’s good because I’m very lazy about my toenail polish.

    Reply
  41. Kristen says

    August 30th, 2011 at 5:51 am

    Deborah Lippman… “i know what boys like”

    Reply
  42. Nina says

    August 30th, 2011 at 6:07 am

    nothing … i had a bad sick weekend and i cant bring myself to do anything beauty related atm. :-/

    Reply
  43. Emily says

    August 30th, 2011 at 6:45 am

    OPI Planks A Lot on my fingers and Sparrow Me The Drama on toes. Both are from the Pirates of the Caribbean collection. YAY!

    Reply
  44. Ditte Karolussen says

    August 30th, 2011 at 7:10 am

    Orly’s enchanted forest from the fall 2009 once upon a time collection *love*

    Reply
  45. Lila says

    August 30th, 2011 at 7:43 am

    Omg the color is spectacular!!! i want it so much, its not even funny
    does anyone know where Essie can be order from France?

    lila.pixavue.com

    Reply
    • Ditte K. says

      September 1st, 2011 at 6:15 am

      Hi Lila,
      yeah nailetc.com sends to Europe 🙂

      Reply
  46. Cat says

    August 30th, 2011 at 8:14 am

    OPI’s Hot & Spicy! It’s a orange/coral shade that makes my tan pop! =)
    Cat recently posted … New bag!

    Reply
  47. Nicole @makeupbyNiCoco says

    August 30th, 2011 at 8:59 am

    I love this gray color and I love the bag you’re holding…what brand is that?
    I thought I was the only one who was ready for fall! :o)

    Reply
  48. Rayanna says

    August 30th, 2011 at 9:16 am

    How does this compare to China Glaze Concrete Catwalk? Do I need both?

    Reply
  49. Christy says

    August 30th, 2011 at 9:49 am

    fingernails are naked at the moment! OPI A Oui Bit of Red is on my toes. Getting a mani/pedi Friday to fix that 🙂
    Christy recently posted … NEW BLOG SALE! FREE SHIP OVER $50!

    Reply
  50. Swatch And Learn says

    August 30th, 2011 at 9:59 am

    Today I’m wearing Teenaged Mutant Ninja Turtle nails that I did myself. It was a combination of nail stamping and freehand painting. I’ll be posting it another day on my blog in case you’re curious. 🙂
    Swatch And Learn recently posted … Orly Bonder Rubberized Basecoat Review & Pictures

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  51. Emma RZ says

    August 30th, 2011 at 10:32 am

    Miami Nice (Essie) on my finger and nothing on my tootsies. I call this colour Dolly Parton pink, cause I love her and it reminds me of her 🙂

    Reply
  52. Anastasia says

    August 30th, 2011 at 11:03 am

    I’m wearing OPI Sephora in light blue, and passionately waiting for LES JEANS DE CHANEL. I already love it!! xoxo, check the new nail polish collection by Chanel! http://chicstudiosnyc.blogspot.com/2011/08/les-jeans-de-chanel.html

    Reply
  53. amy says

    August 30th, 2011 at 11:09 am

    Fingers are painted Nars Poker Face with OPI Silver Shatter. Toes are China Glaze Midtown Magic.
    amy recently posted … Have Lychee Year Round With The Body Shop Lychee Blossom Eau De Toilette

    Reply
  54. Jen Duffy says

    August 30th, 2011 at 11:32 am

    I just happen to be wearing this today, and I love it! Two coats was perfect, great shine, and the color is true . Mama likey.

    Reply
  55. happyhubbs says

    August 30th, 2011 at 11:37 am

    I love this question! Toes-OPI are we there yet? Tips-OPI nicole Alert

    Reply
  56. Adi says

    August 30th, 2011 at 11:54 am

    I’m wearing Essie case study(:
    I’m in love with essie’s new collection

    Reply
  57. Linnea says

    August 30th, 2011 at 3:21 pm

    I want that grey SO bad. I’m wearing Butter London’s Old Blighty on my fingers with one covered in large gold glitter flecks(over Old Blighty).

    classic, yet.. funky. 😀 I don’t remember what I painted on my toes.. I believe it was RBL’s Bangin'(an awesome red).

    Reply
  58. Jessica says

    August 30th, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    Zoya – Cynthia. It’s part of the new Smoke & Mirrors collection. I just got it and am in love. Its a very very dark (almost black) tealish color.

    Reply
  59. Sarah says

    August 30th, 2011 at 7:23 pm

    Sinful Colors, You Just Wait

    Reply
  60. Sarah says

    August 30th, 2011 at 7:25 pm

    Oh! And my toes! essie, turquoise & caicos

    Reply
  61. Shiribt says

    August 31st, 2011 at 5:54 am

    I have been wearing Color Club Pucci Licious all week long! Love this color!
    I even displayed it on my blog:
    http://mybeautyinbloom.blogspot.com/2011/08/notw-color-club-pucci-licious.html
    Come check it out!

    Reply
  62. Tiffany H says

    August 31st, 2011 at 9:16 pm

    I am wearing Love & Beauty’s Taupe on my hands and Nude on my toes (also by Love & Beauty). It’s the Forever 21 brand and it’s fabulous!
    Tiffany H recently posted … Currently Loving…Jo Malone Earl Grey & Cucumber Cologne

    Reply
  63. Abbie says

    September 22nd, 2011 at 1:05 pm

    Hya ladies,

    My fingernails are displaying “Evening Seduction” by China Glaze. And my toes are shy but like attention as well, they are displaying “Paparazzi” by Sally Hansen.

    <3

    Reply
  64. Beverly says

    September 23rd, 2011 at 7:48 am

    OPI Shim-Merry Chic…it is one of my favorites, especially when I have RED hair like I do now!!!

    Reply

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