Category Archives: Press Releases & Promo Pics

Zoya Whispers Collection

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Zoya Whispers Collection

Rose Quartz (warm rose) and Serenity (cool tranquil blue) are the two shades crowned as the Pantone Colour of the Year 2016, and two colours, April and Lake, from the Zoya Whispers Collection fit in nicely.

The Zoya Whispers Collection is available to be pre-ordered from the official website on December 28, 2015, which means that, in the New Year, you can sport tips that tie into the latest trend like a beautiful bow.

These muted shades express a quiet quality that still makes a statement. Think of them like having a zen feel – absolutely calming and easy-to-wear!

Despite the delicate light pink and blue trend, I think you can already guess which colour my eye zeroed in on right away. Yup – the green, which is called Ireland! 😉

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OPI Hello Kitty Collection

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OPI Hello Kitty Collection

The OPI Hello Kitty Collection harnesses the power of a well-beloved feline and a nail-polish leader!

Twelve limited-edition colours are set to launch in January 2016, but I’m sure that many of you will want them right ‘meow’!

From purr-fect pinks to bad-kitty bold hues, there’s a colour that will speak to most nail-polish enthusiasts. Additionally, the cute pattern adorning the caps will make these nail polishes appeal to Hello Kitty collectors from the young to the young at heart.

I’m a fan of Hello Kitty. (Hehe, remember that at one point, I even had a Hello Kitty phone case that I blogged about in 2013!) Also, I’m a cat lover in general. Plug those into the equation, and combine polish into the mix – it spells nail love at first sight! (My eyes have turned to hearts.)

While I was designing the two collages, the standout colours that caught my eye first were Charmmy & Sugar, Spoken from the Heart, Starry-Eyed for Dear Daniel, My Twin Mimmy, and My Pal Joey.

Which are your top picks?

I can’t wait to see them in person, share my reviews and swatches with you, and gush about the collection together! Check back again for in-depth posts on these colours. (Edit: Click on the links further down in this post for the separate reviews and swatches of each colour in this collection.)

Since there are plenty of pinks in the OPI Hello Kitty Collection, I will probably end up doing some Valentine’s Day nail art with a few in February. Good timing!

In the meantime, see the rest of this blog post for the official press release and promotional pictures provided to me by PR.

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Essie Retro Revival Collection (Includes Starry Starry Night)

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Essie Retro Revival Collection 2016

You’ll have the best (manicured) hand at the casino when you have the Essie Retro Revival Collection! Get the royal flush when it hits stores across Canada on January 5th, 2016.

Stop bluffing, and don’t hide that ace up your sleeve. Play your cards right by painting your nails with what I consider to be the ace of spades in the Essie Retro Revival Collection – the sparkly blue, Starry Starry Night. It’s one of the six shades that Essie is relaunching to celebrate their 35th anniversary!

These are the six shades that will be re-released:

  • Starry Starry Night
  • Life of the Party
  • Bikini with a Martini
  • Sequin Sash
  • Birthday Suit
  • Cabana Boy

I can’t keep a poker face because I’m most excited about wearing Essie Starry Starry Night. It’s a colour that’s been on my nailphile wish list for several years. And although I’ve seen it for sale on eBay, I was never going to pay hundreds of dollars for any nail polish. [The most expensive polish I’ve ever purchased was Clarins 230 (also known as “Unicorn Pee” to nail junkies) back in 2011.]

PR really outdid themselves because the beautiful box, goodies, and all six nail polishes put a huge smile on my face! So much thought and care went into the package.

Aside from the nail polishes, they included a full-sized, Essie-branded deck of playing cards with an adorable nail-polish design. Also, there were white poker chips to tie the whole celebrate-your-birthday-in-Las-Vegas-style together.

Stay tuned because the first colour from this collection that I plan to wear is Essie Starry Starry Night. Of course I’ll also do a full review with lots of swatches on here.

In the meantime, see the rest of this post for additional photos of each of the nail polishes, quick swatches, and a closer look at the thoughtful extras!

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The Body Shop’s Black Friday Tote

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The Body Shop Black Friday 2015

Today’s Black Friday, so I thought it was fitting to share with you The Body Shop Black Friday deal going on now until this Sunday.

Read on to learn how you can get The Body Shop Black Friday Tote plus goodies (valued at $100 CAD) for just $30 CAD!

Also, stay tuned later today because, in a few hours from now, I’ve scheduled a second blog post. It will feature a festive manicure and an in-depth review on Pretty Serious Cosmetics The Singing Seed from the Naileontology Collection!

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Zoya Black Friday Deals 2015

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Zoya Black Friday Deals 2015

Zoya has some of the best and most consistent nail-polish formulas on the market, and if you browse Swatch And Learn, you’ll know that I’ve tested out many lacquers over the years.

After snapping a quick photo showing a few of the Zoya nail polishes in my collection, I put together this post to share some huge nail news!

The Zoya Black Friday Deals for 2015 are live, and if you’ve ever wanted to get your hot little hands on these polishes, now’s the optimal time! Plus these deals make your holiday shopping a cinch, if you have a nail enthusiast on your list.

Since there are limited quantities, be quick on the draw, and shop before November 30, 2015 at 11:59 pm EST, or risk missing out. Once they’re gone, they’re gone!

For all of the below, use the coupon code “DEALS” to get both:

  • The special offer
  • Free shipping

Here are all of the Zoya Black Friday Deals available at the time of preparing this blog post:

Need some colour inspiration?

Check out all the Zoya nail polishes I’ve featured on the blog!

Happy shopping, and happy polishing!

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Maybelline Baby Lips Winter Collection 2015

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Maybelline Baby Lips Winter 2015 Collection

If you’re one of the many cult followers of Maybelline Baby Lips lip balms and collect the fun tints and scents, you’ll welcome this beauty news with open arms and a well-hydrated kisser!

Yesterday in Canada, the new and limited-edition Maybelline Baby Lips Winter Collection launched, and it includes the following fabulous four:

  • Mint Please
  • Sprinkled Pink
  • Cocoa Crush
  • Spice It Up

They’ll only be available while supplies last, at a suggested retail price of $4.99 CAD a piece. If there’s one you have your eye on, you should scoop it up before it’s too late.

Check out the rest of this post for the official Maybelline Baby Lips Winter Collection pictures and information sent to me by PR.

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OPI Starlight Collection for Holiday 2015

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OPI Starlight Collection 2015

You’ve probably already seen or purchased the OPI Starlight Collection, which includes this holiday’s new shades. However, since I received the official promotional images from PR yesterday, I thought I’d share it on here, in case my fellow nail enthusiasts find it helpful. 🙂

The collection includes 18 limited-edition colours with various finishes (cremes, metallics, and glitters), so the OPI Starlight Collection has something for everyone.

For their displays, they’ve divided up the OPI Starlight Collection into three groups, and I’m digging the artwork on each, which shows a futuristic look on one side and a fun-night-out look on the other.

If you’ve already worn some of these colours, which are your top picks?

From the promotional images alone, the ones I’m most excited to wear and review are Cosmo with a Twist, Give Me Space, Infraredy to Glow, and Two Wrongs Don’t Make a Meteorite!

(The image above and the image of all the bottles lined up were both collages that I put together. Other than that, the rest are all the official images from PR. If I receive the official press release directly from PR, I’ll edit this post to include it, so you can enjoy the colour story.)

P.S. Today is the LAST DAY to enter my Hard Candy Giveaway for your chance to win 12 nail polishes. It’s open to Canadians until 11:59 pm EST tonight.

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