Conversation #118: Suede Nails

I'm not sure why, but the other day I decided I really wanted some dark green nail polish. So I bought the only dark green shade at the grocery store I could find (the makeup selection is usually pretty good, and I'm too lazy to make an extra trip somewhere else for nail polish). Anyway it is Revlon Matte Suede finish in Emerald City, and I sort of love it. I had no idea what "matte suede" meant, but without a clear polish on it, it does definitely have a matte finish that I guess is sort of suedesque (I like making up words). It dries much faster than any other polish I have used, but I can't decide if I want to put a clear coat on top to see what it looks like or not. It might be too glittery then, but maybe I'll try it in a few days and let you know how I like it. Until then, I'll try out the matte look. It is a nice darker green and sort of a fun alternative to a really dark, almost black nail (which I still like too!)

Comments

Tiffany said…

This is a gorgeous color!! That green is perfect for fall and will look nice during the Christmas holidays too!

November 5, 2011 at 9:45 AM

chelsey said…

Not the exact same polish... but check it out! http://www.alllacqueredup.com/2010/11/go-to-last-minute-holiday-manicure-opi-here-today-aragon-tomorrow-suede.html

November 18, 2011 at 3:11 PM

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