Sunday, October 5, 2008

Crystal File 041: Essie Damsel in a Dress and It's Genius

The remaining two colors i purchased from the new Essie Winter 2008 collection. Damsel in a dress is a gorgeous vampy plum, slightly metallic due to subtle silvery shimmer. It's Genius is a mid-toned warm purple with strong golden shimmer and tiny flecks of multi-colored sparkle.

Damsel in a Dress

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It's Genius

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Damsel in a Dress applied well, although the formula seemed a bit thick. It's Genius was a true problem child with tons of drag marks and brushstrokes, but if you like the color perhaps it will be worth it to you. I found the entire Winter 2008 collection at Trade Secret, and eventually it will be available at other retailers such as Ulta, and online as well.

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

I must look away from the tempting deep purple. Any chances of comparing it to LPAM?

SMB said...

Both gorgeous, Hill!

SMB said...

Both gorgeous, Hill!

Anonymous said...

Damsel is just hot. I love how it looks on your nails.

Anonymous said...

you just made me order damsel in a dress! gorgeous!

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