OPI: Don't Pretzel My Buttons (Germany Collection, 2012)
This is a beautiful creamy beige, and as far as I'm concerned it's one of the best beiges available because of it's medium tone. Unfortunately, it takes three coats for perfection. One coat is streaky, and two coats creates opacity but leaves a slightly uneven texture. However, it's creamy consistency is lovely so I don't mind applying it three times!
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Revlon: Powder Puff
Like
Emerald City, this is another matte suede from Revlon. It has all the
same attributes as Emerald City and is easy to work with, however even
after 3 coats you could still visibly see my nail tips. 4 would probably
create opacity but I felt that would make it a bit too thick. Lovely
subtle shimmer through it prevents this from being a stark white. I
would only recommend this colour if you don't mind that it's not fully
opaque.
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In the bottle, this shade appears to be grey with iridescent pinkish/lavender flecks through it. On the nail however it's very much a silver rather than a grey. It's not metallic though, so it quite suits the flecks of colour. I wouldn't recommend it for anyone with a warm skin tone, but if you're pale like me then go for it. It takes at least 3 (possibly 4) coats to become opaque, so I suggest wearing just a coat or 2 for a more subtle approach. Very pretty and I'd recommend it if you're looking for a silver that isn't flat.
OPI: Light My Sapphire (Night Brights Collection, 2007)
Light My Sapphire is a winner! It only requires 2 coats for an even coverage and also dries relatively fast which is always a plus. The colour is almost black (with the slightest flash of navy blue shimmer under the right lights), so it's perfect if you're looking for a 'black' that has a little something special about it. If you're after a jet black, this isn't for you. My only negative (and it's only a small one) is that you need to be extra careful not to get it on your skin, as it does appear to 'stain' it ever so slightly if you let it dry there. Get rid of any excess straight away and you'll be fine, otherwise it does wash off within 24 hours.
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OPI: Malaysian Mist (Paradise Colours Collection, 1993)
For me, this is the perfect shade if you're looking for a nude. It's not too pink and not too white like some nude shades. It is however a little streaky, so you need at least 2 coats. This works for me because I put on 2 coats to build up the colour anyway, but if you're looking for something really sheer and only want to do a single coat then this probably isn't the one for you. I think this shade will work with most skin tones, I'm pale and it doesn't make me appear ghostly white like some nude shades do, and I think it will work well with warmer tones too. If you have very dark skin I'd avoid layering it up too much though or it will make your nail colour look unnatural.
OPI: Malaysian Mist (Paradise Colours Collection, 1993)
For me, this is the perfect shade if you're looking for a nude. It's not too pink and not too white like some nude shades. It is however a little streaky, so you need at least 2 coats. This works for me because I put on 2 coats to build up the colour anyway, but if you're looking for something really sheer and only want to do a single coat then this probably isn't the one for you. I think this shade will work with most skin tones, I'm pale and it doesn't make me appear ghostly white like some nude shades do, and I think it will work well with warmer tones too. If you have very dark skin I'd avoid layering it up too much though or it will make your nail colour look unnatural.
OPI: Peace, Baby! (Psychedelic Summer Collection, 2007)
This colour is great if you're looking for a white that doesn't have that stark look that screams 'I just painted my nails with white-out'. It has an almost jelly quality to it, which softens the look. My only negative with this polish is that it is rather streaky. You'll need at least 3 coats to remedy this. I've never painted my nails just with this colour, I've only ever used it for detailing in my nail art. While it does the job, the jelly quality of it means I really have to layer it up so it's not see through. If I get another white, I'll probably go with OPI's 'Alpine Snow'. Yes it looks like white-out, but it's better for detailing.
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