Ciate Day 5

Hi there.

I never know how to start posts off, so apologies for the boring 'hi' everyday! Today I've got another ciate to share with you guys; Sugar Plum.

This is a lovely elegant pale lilac, perfect for the colder weather -I can see it teamed with a fluffy jumper. I wanted to pair this classic colour with a classic design, so I added a black half-border at the base of the nail to create the 'Ruffian' look.

What do you think?

Thanks!

Ciate Day 4

Hello everyone,

Here's another Ciate polish for you, this time it is a bottle of loose sequins named Miss Mistletoe.

The bottle contains gold, pink, red and lilac glitter. They are not suspended in polish, just loose glitter particles. I found them quite easy to place using the glitter placement technique, and secured them with a layer of topcoat.

I used them over a base of the red polish Boudoir, which I previously reviewed, to create this mani.

  

 Here's a picture without flash so you can see how they reflect in the dark.

That's all for today, but I have some exciting updates for you soon, so stay connected!

Thanks for reading, as ever!

Ciaté Day 3

Helloooo,

Back to Ciate reviews! This little beauty is called Hopscotch

This is a very pretty bright orange, instantly eye-catching and works with almost any skin tone.

Although not a very original colour, it is very pigmented and applies smoothly and in a single coat.

I am not a huge fan of orange but this perfect for halloween which is just around the corner, and it goes with the autumn colours in the UK, while bringing a little bit more warmth (very much needed)!

Hope you like!

I AM BACK! -Ciaté Day 2

Hello all!

My sincerest apologies that it has been so long!! I have been so busy doing my A Levels I've barely had time to sleep never mind blog. But I'm back now, and will continue my Ciaté reviews, so without further ado...

The second polish of the collection is a deep red creme;

This is the first creme I've tried and the application was smooth and full coverage was achieved in just 2 coats.

This polish is quite pretty, though not very original, there are many like it. I paired it with gold to give it something extra. It isn't very glossy, which was a little disappointing as this dried very slowly. Overall a pretty little red, but nothing special if you've already got a good collection.

What do you think?

As always thank you so much for reading, especially if you've stuck with me through my prolonged absence!

I vow to post much more regularly, if not every single day for the next few weeks.

Loves xo

Ciate Day 1

--I AM SO SORRY BEEN TRYING TO POST FOR TWO WEEKS BUT BLOGGER DIED ON ME--

Hello all,
I am pleased to share the first beautiful shade in 'Mini Mani Month'!!

I will start by showing some snaps of the actual packaging itself, which is beautifully decorated to look like a fairisle knit..

I especially love the little quotes behind every door, such a nice addition.

As you can see the first shade 'Snow Globe' is a beautiful shade packed with lots of flaky glitters.

The foil-like glitter is set in a frosted clear base, which dries glossy. The glitter pieces are quite different in size, varying quite a lot which I like. The colour changes in every lighting, giving your mani a completely different look.

Although it is a mini polish, the brush is quite wide, giving quite a generous amount of glitter to your nails!

I chose to layer this glitter over a nude base (that I mixed myself to match my skin tone). I am loving a bit of nude recently.

Here is my completed look;

The glitter is not too over powering and is very subtle, unlike many sparkly IN YOUR FACE glitters, which I kind of like.

The low down

Application: Good, wide brush, even quantity of glitter, not very gloopy.

Finish: Fairly glossy, in need of top coat. Glitter makes surface very uneven.

Overall Rating: 4/5

Great for evening wear to spice up an ordinary daytime mani!

I would quite like to see this layered over a very dark polish to see the contrast.

What do you think?

Thanks for reading!

Updates

Hey guys, this one's just a quick hello to update you on some upcoming posts.


Number 1: Lacquer Legion


I'm sure you have all heard of the new initiative -'Lacquer Legion' set up by a few lovely ladies! and I am happy to announce my participation in this! I look forward to seeing everyone's designs, see you on the 27th!



Number 2: Ciate!

I wanted to buy the Mini Mani Month ever since I heard about it last year, but like a true cheapskate, I restrained and waited for the sale!

I will be reviewing each of the 24(!!) shades in the coming weeks!

Number 3: Born Pretty!

More reviews from the Born Pretty Store coming soon!

Can't wait to share more products from this site.

Number 4: 31DC

I have not forgotten about the challenge, but it will be on hold until all this excitement is over!

So that's about it! How have you guys been?



Thanks for reading as ever :)