One thing I really love about Exotic Liras is its complete lack of streakiness. If slight VNL doesn't bother you, one coat would be completely fine - here's a picture of what it looks like in one coat (without cleanup or cuticle cream, so sorry about that, but I was in a hurry):
indoors, artificial light
Look at that! Gorgeous in one coat! I did, however, go ahead and add two more coats.
indoors, artificial light
outdoors, shade
outdoors, sunlight
The last picture is definitely the most accurate - the others make Exotic Liras look a bit orangey, which it's not. It is, however, a great raspberry pink - this was my first Essie, and I think it was a great introduction to the brand. It's a great spring and summer color, of course, but I'd wear it during any time of the year. I've never been one to only wear seasonal colors.
Sorry for the short post today, but I have to go get a flu shot and do three weeks of homework before I (hopefully) go back to school Monday...this is not going to be fun weekend. I hope yours is much better!
your nails are looking fantastic and thanks for the stats on breast cancer, it is always good to be mindful of these things!
ReplyDeleteThis is a pretty one; I don't recall seeing it anywhere before!
ReplyDeleteNo need to apologise for the length of your post--I didn't even notice it was short, what with all the pictures. :) Good luck with the homework!
AggiePigeon- Thanks, and you're welcome! :)
ReplyDeleteKarenD- I don't think I've seen this on any blogs, either - I just saw it in Target and though, "Ooh, pretty!" :) Thanks!
I've never tried Essie but wow the colour looks great and so glossy too!
ReplyDeleteI'm not a red kinda gal...but that is one awesome looking red...very rich and real.
ReplyDeleteWow, it's a very pretty colour. And a huge plus that is applies so well even with one coat :D
ReplyDeleteWinnie- You should try it! I only have two bottles of Essie (this and Mint Candy Apple), but they have quite a few nice shades now.
ReplyDeleteLacquer Ware for Tips and Toes- It's actually pink - it does looks kind of red in my photos though. And it is a very rich color.
Cel- I know, I was very impressed! :)
Wow, pretty! :) I'm not that into pinks, but this one looks very pretty!
ReplyDeletextinaaj- Thanks! I'm not a huge pink person either, but I really like this one.
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