Polish Pick Up July 2018: Fan Favorites

 *press sample & purchased by me

Hello lovelies! This month's theme for the Polish Pick Up is "Fan Favorites" and some amazing polishes are making a return! The PPU powers that be are taking this month off, so each maker is making available a previous shade that was voted on by their fans to be brought back one more time. Some of these you have seen on my blog before, and some are ones that I previously purchased but haven't shown off yet. 

KBShimmer Wanderlust Collection

*press sample

Hello lovelies! KBShimmer is releasing a new collection inspired by the laid-back vibes of Venture, California, with its seaside location, lush nature, and calming beaches. It consists of eight shades in various finishes- holographic, shimmer, flaky, and creme. The Wanderlust Collection will expand as new locales are explored and provide further inspiration! 

June Polish Pick Up: "Video Games"

 *press sample

For the month of June the Polish Pick Up took on the theme of "Video Games". Now, video games have never been very near and dear to my heart. But never fear, some beautiful polishes were created despite my non-nostalgia. Let's take a look..

Polish Pick Up May 2018

 *press sample

Hello lovelies! This month I'm simplifying things a bit and combining all of my Polish Pick Up posts into one. I have three gorgeous polishes to show you that were designed for this May's PPU theme, "90's Pop Culture". It's been fun seeing all the nostalgia inspired shades being created over at the PPU Facebook group. If you want to see what all the participating brands are offering each month and get the chance to vote on themes, you definitely should join in the fun!

What's Up Nails New Stamping Plates and Water Decals

*press sample

Hello lovelies! I have some nail art I created with new plates and water decals from What's Up Nails. I am really happy with what I came up with and I think you'll like these manis as well. Let's get right to it..

KBShimmer Hubble'd Together (Polish Pick Up April 2018 Exclusive)

*press sample

Hello lovelies! Are you ready for the April Polish Pick Up? If you're new around these parts, let me explain. The PPU is a monthly shop open for four days only where 30+ indie polish makers create an exclusive polish based on a theme. April's theme is "Across the Universe: Planets and Galaxies". The photo Christy chose for her inspiration is fantastic and this is what she has to say about it-

"Hubble, the world's first large, space-based optical telescope, has taken many beautiful pictures of
the planets and stars. Our April Polish Pick Up contribution pays homage to the Hubble, with this
polish based on a photo it took of Jupiter, its three moons and their shadows."

KBShimmer Core Shades (Rebrand Launch)

*press sample

Hello lovelies! If you remember from my Launch Party post last week, KBShimmer is getting a makeover! That post was all about the gorgeous new multichrome magnetic collection. This one is back to the basics. I've swatched five of the core collection polishes with their fancy new updated bottles. You may already be familiar with these shades but they're all worth a revisit!

KBShimmer Launch Party Collection

*press sample

Fasten your seat belts and prepare for takeoff! Indie brand KBShimmer is celebrating 10 years in business in a major way! They've updated their logo, packaging, and bath and body line with flare and style. To introduce this rebranding overhaul they are releasing an eight piece duo/multichrome magnetic polish Launch Party collection, plus one holographic top coat that complements the other shades perfectly. 

KBShimmer If You Want My Bodice (Polish Pick Up March 2018 Exclusive)

*press sample

Hey hey! I'm here with another shade for the March Polish Pick Up book theme. Christy from KBShimmer was inspired by this fantastical cover of a romance novel, otherwise known as a "bodice ripper". With a cover this ridiculous I can only imagine what the book is like! Haha!

KBShimmer Rock This Way (Polish Pick Up February 2018 Exclusive)

*press sample

Hey indie polish lovers! Are you on board the Polish Pick Up train? If not, you are really missing out! It's my favorite thing to have happened to the indie polish world since its inception within the last six month. It's a great place to try out new-to-you brands, and favorite brands alike. The only problem is that the website (which is now hosting dozens of brands) is only open for four days each months. So you have to be on your game to snag these exclusive polishes. I am thrilled that for the first time KBShimmer will be joining the line up! February's theme (there's always a theme for PPU) is "Sugar Rush" and Christy was inspired by rock candy. Let's look at the swatches..

KBShimmer The Holo-Day Collection 2017

*press sample

Hello my long lost friends!! It's been a couple of months but my hiatus is finally over. I'm ready to jump back in the saddle and share lots of gorgeous creations with you all. Let's start with this amazing collection that I swatched weeks and weeks ago. The KBShimmer Holo-Day Collection 2017 is an eight piece collection that consists of wintery sparkling holographic shades in different finishes. They are all beautiful with great formulas and there are a couple that really stand out to me. Let's take a look..

KBShimmer Fall 2017 Collaboration Collection

*press sample

Hello lovelies! I have an amazing collection to share that I've already teased on my Instagram. This fourteen piece collection from KBShimmer is made up of all sorts of gorgeous shades in every kind of finish. Twelve bloggers collaborated to create individual shades (#goals!), and two more were added by Christy just because. Let's take a look..

KBShimmer Polish Con Chicago 2017 Exclusives

*press sample

Hello ladies! It's been awhile! Last week was a constant struggle with nap time and I feel like I got next to nothing accomplished. My toddler is taking great naps this week because she is sick :(. I really need a happy medium..

For today's post I have two special exclusive Polish Con Chicago shades. Let's take a look.. 

KBShimmer Hella Holo Customs August 2017 Exclusives

*press sample

Hello lovelies! Today I have for you three gorgeous KBShimmer exclusives for the Hella Holo Customs Facebook group. The formulas are as good as you'd expect from this brand and the shades are so stunning and unique! Let's take a look...

UberChic Beauty Collection 19 and Fairytale 02 Stamping Plates Review

*press sample

Hello lovelies! Can you believe it's been over a month since I last wrote an UberChic Beauty review post? It's like the time has moved so slowly and yet so quickly at the same time. If you missed my one in June you should check it out (here), it was one of my favorites. To be honest I have more UCB products to review but they will have to wait a little longer while I work on getting caught up. Trying to blog while momming ain't no easy task! I'm hoping that once school starts I'll have things under control. Let's take a look..

KBShimmer Summer Vacation Collection

 

*press sample

Hello lovelies! I have a beautifully bright and colorful post for you today! The KBShimmer Summer Vacation collection consists of eight shimmery shades full of special "holo glow" flakes. I photographed my swatches under artificial light which always kills the holo sparkle, but in person they are all very sparkly. The formulas were all great and applied nice and smooth, except for one which dried down a little bumpy. They were also all two coaters except for the yellow, which is no surprise for that color. Is your interest piqued? Let's take a look..

Cici & Sisi Stamping Plates and Clear Stamper Review

*press sample

Hey friends! It's been a few day since I last posted because I suffered a tragic break on two of my nails :(. Other than that things have been good, I've just been impatient to get back to my reviews! Today's post is a review of four Cici & Sisi stamping plates and a clear stamper. These are different than any other plates I own because they're actually plastic instead of metal! There were some really great designs in these plates but I did feel like it was harder for me to get really crisp lines. I'd love to know if you can see a difference. Let's take a look..

UberChic Beauty Vacation Mode, Uber Mini Fourth of July, and Uber Mini Garden Love Stamping Plates Review

*press sample

Hello lovelies! Can you believe June is almost over? I am dreading the rising temperatures, especially since it's been so hot already. At least we in the US have the Fourth of July coming up soon! Our family currently doesn't have any vacations planned, so we've got to look forward to the holidays and parties. And thank goodness for nail art to take me away with fun and festive images. Enjoy my review of three new UberChic Beauty stamping plates that are all perfect for Summer!

Giraffe Themed Nail Art With KBShimmer Polishes

Hello my lovely Society Sisters! Raise your hand if you were part of the April the Giraffe giving birth craze. If you don't know what I'm talking about.. don't worry about it. I wasn't personally riding that train, but I'm all on board for cute giraffe nail art! 

Sunny's Body Products Sweet Treats Box 3.0 Exclusive Sampler

Get out your bibs, 'cause you're going to be drooling by the end of this post. Sunny's Body Products has created a delectable twelve piece food scented sampler box ranging from coffee to candy to fresh baked bread. Some of these are so delicious you'll be tempted to taste them, I'm totally serious. Best part is, they are all calorie free!