Despite there being a multitude of top coat trends going around - bobbles, beads, feathers, you get the drift; none have really captured my attention so far. Sure, they look fabulous on others but most are too much of a fad to get me interested.
However, last week while browsing (it's never browsing!) in Boots I spotted this new monochrome beauty by L'Oreal and had to have it. One trend I do like right now is the whole Speckled nail thing Illamasqua have started, and this reminded me of their polishes, which FYI I must buy!
So... say hello to the high-streets answer - Confetti(s).
L'Oreal Confetti Top Coat
Suspended in a clear polish base and surrounded by silver micro-shimmer are flecks of black and white sequins varying in size and shape. A truly beautiful mix.
Now, I know I mentioned shimmer and sequins in the description so you'd be forgiven in thinking this would be somewhat of a sparkly top coat but when layered on the nails it really isn't. The glitter can barely be seen and the flecks have more of a matte finish when applied.
Close up!
As with anything chunky like this, I always find the best way to apply is NOT to paint it on as you would with a traditional colour polish, but instead to PLACE the particles on the nail. Hold the brush, which in this instance is nice and wide, over the nail and then press down slowly to shimmy the sequins in to place creating a more spaced out and even finish as you can see below.
Getting it on I have to say, is a complete cinch compared to getting it off! Like all textured top coats this polish is tough to budge - be prepared to soak and scrub.
Totally Dotty Mani
Confetti being monochrome will obviously go with just about any shade you choose to pair it with - dark or light, subtle or bright. I'm especially loving it over two of my favourite polishes, Rococo's Hot Pants (above) and Illamasqua's Jo'Mina (below) right now.
The Accent Claw
Although I tried my best to capture the true beauty of this dotty mani for you, unfortunately my pictures just don't do it justice. It looks much better in real life, trust me. If you are interested, Confetti costs £4.99 and is currently on 3 for 2 at Boots :)
A monochrome must have? What do you think?
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27 comments:
I love this so much, need to pick it up, it's great for easter time manis!
I picked this up the other day and I love it so much! It's just so pretty. Can't wait to try it out over multicoloured pastel nails next think it will look like mini eggs! x
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I love the look of this. Think I need to invest whilst its still 3 for 2!
Hayley xx
www.beautyrambles.com
Lovely look!! Like a cake...
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I picked this up yesterday in Tesco after searching high and low everywhere else and I love it! So tempted to get a back up as I think its LE
Belle xx
www.xbellesbeautyblogx.blogspot.com
i love this! it looks really unique and pretty. defiantly going to pick this up :) love your blogs and youtube videos holly! xxx
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I feel like the only person that hasn't bought into this trend. This and illamasqua's speckle polishes just aren't nice in my opinion. But hey, I don't like heavy glitter polishes either. Maybe it's just me! Although I have to admit, your pictures do this polish a lot more justice than anyone else's have! Love your blog x
Great post love the nail varnish
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This is SO pretty! I really need to pick it up.
Sarah xx
@Holly Arabella - Over pastels it would be perfect for mini egg manis!x
@Belle - Oh no I hope not, I need another then! x
@Stylebykls - Thank you, so glad you enjoy reading/watching xx
@Molly - thanks Molly :) I never used to like top coats either but I do now, odd! x
Beautiful!! :) You are so so talented in this!
Love your blog name too - yummy mummy!
♥,
Shari
Love this it's nearly identical to a sephora one that has been sold out almost everywhere it was the only thing I couldn't get on my recent New York trip, was thrilled when I seem this in boots tried it today over the OPI Lincoln park after dark shade and it looks fab your review is great!
Beautyandthebun.co.uk xxx
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I love the look of this polish...it's beautiful!
I'll have to admit I'm not 100% sold on the idea of a dotty mani, but your pics are persuading me otherwise! xxx
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@Sharina - Thank you x
@Danielle - Thank you :) glad you like it xx
@Ameenah - Go on, give it a go :) x
What a gorgeous top coat!
A little bit Unique
x
So lovely and beautiful post, I enjoyed your post.
The Beauty Diet
really liking the effect this top coat has on your nails!
sue
I'm really obbsessed with nail polish at the moment! that colour is perfect for so many polishes I have, thanks xxxx
I love the look of this polish...very niiiiiice
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They look great! I did a DIY version of this type of nail look on my blog
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