DUPE ALERT! Remember during Fall 2009 when Chanel debuted Chanel Jade Le Vernis Nail Polish on the runways? The color sold out everywhere, and was literally being sold on eBay for more than $200.00 a bottle (despite the fact that it originally retailed at $25.00)! If you didn’t manage to score a bottle of the coveted polish, you’re in luck…MILANI Nail Lacquer in Dress Maker is basically an exact dupe – and it’s just $4.49 a bottle!
How To: For this manicure I used one coat of Essie's First Base Coat for adhesion; three coats of MILANI Nail Lacquer’s Dress Maker; and one coat of Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat.
Notes: Dress Maker is a very buildable formula, meaning that you have full control over how sheer or opaque you want the color. At one coat, it was completely sheer on me; two coats was thicker, but there was still VNL (visible nail line); three coats, to me, was perfect in regards to opacity. Overall, I was really happy with the formula; it wasn’t too streaky or too thick, and it was really easy to work with. Aside from the color, what I loved so much about this polish was the lasting power. Some of the pictures you see here were taken the day that I first polished my nails, and some were taken six days later. You cannot even tell a difference between the two because the color was so rich, vibrant, and chip-free until the moment I took it off.
I received so many compliments on this polish from people when I was shopping. The color is just so beautiful, unique, and eye-catching – you literally cannot resist it. This is one of those polishes that you want to buy back-up bottles of, just in case it is discontinued. Seriously.
Accessories: Forever 21 Dangling Rhinestone Ring Set in Mint / Clear.
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Awesome! Love your ring too. Its such a great color this summer.
I put on wet'n wild megalast last night in hazel of love.
That's so interesting about this shade, and how many coats it takes. Love the story too.
I have to put on several coats of Sally Hansen's STURDY SAPPHIRE to get the right blue.
I had no idea about the coco chanel finger nail polish.
An amazing ring! Still love this metallic color from Sally Hansen's extreme wear line.
Sweet! Great to get info on your techniques in manis!
I have yet to try my latest purchase..Undercover from Megalast.
This is such a great shade! Love it with your ring. I just got a very dark color for fall..megalast's Disturbia/Audace that I can't wait to try.
I'm wearing "Windmillion" by OPI - it's fairly similar actually. Love yours :)
love your manicure Erika! must try this color! today I'm wearing lilac but not for so long... have a nice day, darling!
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I love that color! I actually don't have any Milani nail colors; well. I had a really cute pink glitter one, but I gave it to my oldest daughter. I'm definitely going to have to take another look at Milani! Also that ring is FAB!
Today I'm wearing butter LONDON's Knackered with Sally Hansen Gem Crush in Showgirl Chic on my accent fingers...
I'm wearing Mint Sprint by Sally Hansen today!
What a great nail color. I love your ring! xo
I love this color. I've been noticing similar shades around lately and I really like it. The ring goes perfect too!
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ps. I'm wearing mint today!
(love the new background) first off i love your nail polish. surprisingly i am wearing neon green glow in the dark nail polish from forever 21 yes i am easily amused because when im sleep im easily spotted because my hands and feet glow lol. happy monday
Gorgeous mani and ring, darling!
Perfect match!
xoxox,
CC
I love that color. I have many variations of a darker shade of that green and I love them all. I don't do my nails often as I always end up chipped and scratched by day 2, but I love the colors.
That ring! I'm just stunned by that ring!!!
This color makes me want to go to the beach!
Fun color for sure!!
Cathy Trails
You always have the most gorgeous nails on instagram! Adore this green color!!
Now this is a hot color! I need Milani dress maker!
Loving this colour :)
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I do not remember it debuting that in 2009 but I can see why it sold out! I LOVE this color- most especially with your outfit and ring!!! (per the usual)
That's a great great colour, just did my light blue but I like your colour even more
That's such a gorgeous colour, and I'm loving the ring too!
Oooh love this color on you and love the backstory too! I'm wearing our Mary Jo Matsumoto 4FREE in Floating Lotus - sort of a dark carnation pink color--it's so perfect for summer, but I may try to go mint again at least once before summer's over. Hope you're having a good monday Erika!
xo Mary Jo
Beautiful color - love how it compliments your rings!
Great polish! Love the color.=)
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such a gorgeous color! reminds me of mermaids ;P
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thats a really great color and ur ring is cute!
xo
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oooh this polish is pretty!
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Absolutely gorgeous color as I am loving mint right now!
xoxo,
Suzie Q
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I still am stuck with this shellac!
Awesome color. Love the ring with it too. I have SPOILED's I GOT SO PLASTERED.
I've never tried that brand you are wearing. I'm going to have to get some.
it's such a pretty color! and it goes so well with your ring. :)
p.s. my nails are painted orange -- brainiac, to be exact. ;)
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Oooh, I'm loving this shade for summer, it really suits your skintone!
Thanks for the heads up re the dupe too, love it!
Great colour! Very pretty with a gold + minty wring!
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Gorgeous colour! :) I like your ring. ^^
Very nice color;)
Lovely nail polish color...
and that ring looks lovely.
What a great color!
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Ooh, I love this shade- so cute!
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