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Free People Arden Long Sleeve Oversize T-Shirt in HEATHER GRAY.

Kinda want to lounge in this cutie for eternity. #sorrynotsorry

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BOOK REVIEW: Willodeen by Katherine Applegate

If you know me, you know that I rarely pass up a book penned by Katherine Applegate. She has held a presence in my reading repertoire since I was teeny tiny; so hearing of the release of her latest, Willodeen, sent me into a spasm of can't-hardly-wait excitement - and for good reason. Willodeen is neither a forgettable fable for children nor a tree-hugging tale for earth lovers; rather, it is a masterfully crafted ode to nature, diversity, and the ecosystem, spotlighting the interconnectedness of the universe through a cast of lovable characters and creatures you wish you could meet in the real world.

Orphaned as a young child when her parents and brother were consumed by a wildfire, eleven-year-old Willodeen has not had an easy go of it. Taken in by kindhearted Mae and Birdie, Willodeen, who has never easily fit in with her peers, is content with her station in life. Though she misses her biological family, she is dearly loved by Mae and Birdie, has food and a roof over her head, and, the best yet, has free reign of the woods surrounding her home, where she spends her days seeking out the elusive {and now endangered} screechers.

Screechers, known for being foul-smelling, odd-looking creatures with tusks, tails, a snout, and quills, have been a favorite of Willodeen's for ages. Due to the town of Perchance's new bounty on Screechers, however, their numbers are quickly dwindling. You see, the town's residents feel that Screechers mar the village with their unsavory smell and appearance and want to be done with them; therefore, hunting them to extinction is their primary goal. Willodeen, who was taught to love all creatures great and small by her Pa, disagrees with this sentiment, believing that Screechers play an important role in nature's web, and proceeds to stretch herself thin trying to save the Screechers because she has noticed something of the utmost importance...with the Screecher population drastically dropping, so has the Hummingbear population.

Hummingbears, if you've yet to have the pleasure of meeting one, are winged creatures whom craft shimmering bubble nests atop blue willow trees. A source of income for the people of Perchance, the presence of Hummingbears during the annual Autumn Faire have brought tourists to the town for years, bolstering their wealth. This year, however, not a single Hummingbear has appeared. In their place is nothing but devastation in the form of mudslides, fires, droughts, and fevers that continue to ravage Perchance. When Willodeen receives an unexpected birthday gift brimming with magic from a new friend named Connor, she feels that she holds the key to save the Screechers, uncover the truth about the missing Hummingbears, and restore peace, harmony, and balance between nature and townspeople.

I literally cannot with this book y'all. It was so. good. Relevant, timely, and unforgettable. Applegate has woven a tale that is equal parts heart-wrenching and wondrous. Willodeen, as a character, is relatable and lovable. Her compassion is catching; and response to adversity within her life is admirable. Connor, on the other hand, is a friend we would all love to have by our side. Then there are the Screechers and the Hummingbears - the former known for being beastly, the latter known for being charming; yet both hold a place in my heart, along with a secret desire that they were a part of the real world. Cheers, Mrs. Applegate, for yet another magical adventure that will appeal to readers of all ages - and perhaps inspire more to respect and love nature, along with the animals around us.


Star Rating: ****


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NOTD: OPI Downtown LA Nail Lacquer Collection in Abstract After Dark

Two coats of OPI Downtown LA Nail Lacquer Collection in Abstract After Dark. Blue Purple Shimmer.

Le sigh...I do love a vampy blurple shimmer for the holidays.

Abstract After Dark is a sultry blue purple shimmer reminiscent of OPI's iconic Lincoln Park After Dark with the bonus of...sophisticated glimmer. This one showed signs of tipwear on a few of my fingers within 24-hours; however, aside from that, it held up well for the week that I wore it. Bonus: one of my students complimented it a week after wear. With a 7-year-old's seal of approval you know it's a w-i-n-n-e-r. Recommended for all of your chic soirees this season!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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rainier

Steve Madden Rainier Platform Bootie in BONE MULTI.

Legit swooning over these cuties for the past two months. I'm convinced I need them in my life!

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OPI Celebration 2021 Collection Nail Lacquer Mini 4-Pack Swatches + Review

Babes, I fell in l-o-v-e at first sight with this OPI Celebration 2021 Collection Nail Lacquer Mini 4-Pack when I spotted it at Ulta for one very important reason: it legit has shades that will see you through three months of holidays: Christmas, New Year's, and Valentine's which is rare and impossible for me to pass up!

Paint the Tinseltown Red is a Holographic Red with Red and Silver Metallic Flecks. Y'all, I don't typically go gaga over reds; but this bad boy right here slays. See what I did there? Paint the Tinseltown Red is a dreamy red holo that isn't your classic Christmas creme; yet still manages to bring all of the festive to your fingertips! This one was so easy breezy to work with. One coat and you. are. golden. Highly recommend this beauty for soiree season! This is 1 coat.

Snow Day in LA is a Pearlized Opaque White. I've never met a white polish I didn't like so y'all know I went a little crazy when this one entered my life. Snow Day in LA is a sparkling pearlized opaque white that lives up to its title. Did I know it was pearlized when I first picked it up? I did not. Nevertheless, my pearlized-disliking heart was a-okay with this cutie because the pearlized effect is subtle, sophisticated, and surprising {in the best way}. I struggled a little bit with the formula here because it was slightly streaky; but after three coats it reached full glamorous opacity. If you dig whites and want one that marches to its own beat, you need this baby in your life! This is 3 coats.

Turn Bright After Sunset is a Holographic Black Shimmer. This color was very ho hum to me in the bottle; but on the nail it quickly turned va va voom! Turn Bright After Sunset is a sophisticated holographic black shimmer that feels suitable for the holidays and beyond. At times it appears black with standard silver shimmer; at others it reads black with holographic explosion - either way is a stunner! This one dried in a flash, and had brilliant staying power. I'm absolutely obsessed with this beauty and highly recommend for year-round wear! This is 2 coats.

Big Bow Energy is a Classic Pink Creme. 'Tis the season for pinks to dominate, amiright?! Big Bow Energy is a bold classic pink creme that gives off all of the Barbie vibes. This one leans a little bit deeper {almost fuschia-esque} than your bubblegum pink, making it a good choice if you're torn between pink and red for V-day. Formula here was fab - depending on how heavy-handed you are during application, you may even be able to make this beauty a OCW. This is 2 coats. 

  AVAILABILITY: Ulta. 

  PRICE: $17.00 for the 4PC Mini Set; $10.50 for each full-size bottle.


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NOTD: OPI Holiday 2021 Celebration Nail Lacquer Collection in Snow Day in LA

Three coats of OPI Holiday 2021 Celebration Nail Lacquer Collection in Snow Day in LA. Pearlized Opaque White.

I've never met a white polish I didn't like so y'all know I went a little crazy when this one entered my life.

Snow Day in LA is a sparkling pearlized opaque white that lives up to its title. Did I know it was pearlized when I first picked it up? I did not. Nevertheless, my pearlized-disliking heart was a-okay with this cutie because the pearlized effect is subtle, sophisticated, and surprising {in the best way}. I struggled a little bit with the formula here because it was slightly streaky; but after three coats it reached full glamorous opacity. If you dig whites and want one that marches to its own beat, you need this baby in your life!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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mei

Save the Duck Mei Puffer Jacket in SHELL BEIGE.

Seriously obsessing over this beauty! How perfect is it for chilly California days?!

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BOOK REVIEW: When Lightning Strikes {Missing Book 1} by Meg Cabot

I first read Meg Cabot's When Lightning Strikes years ago, when it was published under the pseudonym Jenny Carroll as part of the 1-800-WHERE-R-U series. I remember being obsessed with the books {though, sadly, I lacked cable so was never able to check out the TV adaption, 1-800-MISSING}, so when I was recommended the series on Kindle I thought I'd dive back in. Was it as fantastic as I remembered it being? Negative. Did I still enjoy it? Totally!

Sixteen-year-old flute-playing sophomore, Jess Mastriani, has a history of trouble. Fistfighting with members of the school football team, mouthing off to members of the school faculty, serving daily, after-school stints in detention. Jess doesn't mind 'fessing up to her crimes. After all, they all stem from her fierce love of her friends and family, and determination to defend them at all costs. Case in point, her older brother, Douglas, diagnosed with schizophrenia; and her overweight BFF, Ruth Abramowitz. But what Jess most definitely doesn't mind is the extra time her misbehavior earns her with bad-biker-boy-from-the-wrong-side-of-the-tracks-and-guy-of-her-dreams, Rob Wilkins, a senior who also happens to spend more time than not in detention. The thing is, Jess is used to causing trouble; so when she falls into trouble, through no fault of her own, during one of her more innocent activities, things get a little topsy-turvy.

You could blame it all on Ruth. After all, if she hadn't insisted on walking home from school to get a little exercise {read: trying to slim down after being called fat by a jock}, Jess would have simply hitched a ride home on the back of Rob's hog. And if Jess hadn't agreed to walk home with Ruth, she wouldn't have been caught in the rain. And if she wouldn't have been caught in the rain...well, she wouldn't have been struck by lightning. Don't get me wrong...she's totally fine. But now she can look at the face on the back of a milk carton, and tell you exactly where that missing person is. Which sounds pretty awesome, but kind of bites considering the FBI is on her case. Like literally.

Now, Jess is residing on a military base where she's being researched on; and she's come to the conclusion that her new superpowers aren't all that thrilling. For one, they sometimes lead to the discovery of missing persons who are no longer among the living; and two...sometimes the people she finds don't need or want to be found. Take the 12-year-old boy she thought she was helping. He was actually hiding out with his protective mother from an abusive and powerful father. Now Jess is determined to help him out of the mess she created and bust his mom out of jail. But she'll need all of her bad boy buddies to help her complete her mission.

I was obsessed with this series when I was younger; but grown-up me? Not so much. Don't get me wrong, it's a fun romp; but many of the things that occur within the pages are downright ridiculous and far-fetched. Rob is still crushable; and Jess is fun {at times}, but the overall feel of the story is over the top. If you're looking for a serious fiction YA, this isn't it. If you're looking for humor with a dash of sci-fi, you may enjoy this one.


Star Rating: ***1/2


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NOTD: Essie Nail Polish Collection in Blanc

Two coats of Essie Nail Polish Collection in Blanc. White Creme.

Is it even winter if you're not rocking white creme polish on your tips?

Blanc is a brilliant white creme that makes me think of all of the winter things {sleigh rides, marshmallows, snow}. There's just something about a white mani that is all things dreamy and magical and perfect! This one applies beautifully and lasts. for. days. Bonus: my second grade babes complimented the color so. many. times. Thus, total winner!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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brand new you

Lulus Brand New You Sequin Long Sleeve Body-Con Minidress in SILVER.

The Serena van der Woodsen vibes are strong with this one.

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NOTD: NAILS INC. Girl King Nail Polish in Bosses Be Like

Two coats of NAILS INC. Girl King Nail Polish in Bosses Be Like. Rose Gold Metallic.

Can we just take a moment to bow down to this total b-o-s-s? Like seriously!

Bosses Be Like is a romantic rose gold metallic that legit gives new meaning to the term neutral. Babes, this color is phenomenal! It applies like a dream {no brushstrokes here}, and catcches the light like whoa! This beauty is long-lasting, fast dry, and an absolute essential for your collection - especially as we approach NYE. Get. It. Ladies!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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happy christmas angels!

"Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas."

—Calvin Coolidge
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BOOK REVIEW: The Paper Bag Christmas by Kevin Alan Milne

"Somehow, not only for Christmas but all the long year through, the joy that you give to others is the joy that comes back to you. And the more you spend in blessing the poor and lonely and sad, the more of your heart’s possessing returns to you glad."
John Greenleaf Whittier
Kevin Alan Milne's The Paper Bag Christmas has held a spot on my Kindle Wish List for the last year or so, and I so wish I would have added it to my download list sooner because this one...y'all, this one made me cry. We're talking tears-streaming-down-my-face-snotty-nose cry. Though simple in its words; this tale has such a powerful message that our world needs now more than ever. Trust.

Nine-year-old Molar "Mo" Alan and his eleven-year-old brother, Aaron, are convinced that they're too old to believe in Santa Claus. Nevertheless, that doesn't stop them from adding anything and everything to their Christmas lists while waiting in line to see the mall Santa Claus the day after Thanksgiving. The two boys, however, are quickly informed by the mall Santa that they will be receiving none of the items on their hastily scrawled wish lists. Why? Because the mall Santa just so happens to be one Dr. Chris K. Ringle, a pediatric oncologist who has an important job for Mo and Aaron for the holidays: to volunteer in the children's ward acting as his personal elves.

Though the two boys will be visiting all of the children in the ward; each has been given a special assignment. Aaron will buddy up with Madhu, a boy on the organ transplant list who is fast-talking and insatiably curious about Christmas due to the fact that he, himself, is not Christian. Despite his lack of knowledge, Madhu is determined to play a Wise Man in the hospital pageant, and will stop at nothing to succeed.

Mo's charge, however, is a little more difficult. Katrina is a vibrant yet lonely girl who has been severely scarred after multiple surgeries, resulting in her hiding beneath a paper bag, refusing to allow anyone to see who she is. It is up to Mo to bring her out of her solitude, befriending her, and helping her to see the true spirit of Christmas at work.

This is a very quick read, but one that will remain with you long after the final page is turned. Character-driven and brimming with Christmas beauty, The Paper Bag Christmas will become a cherished, read-every-year tome for families. Never preachy or lecture-fueled, The Paper Bag Christmas espouses the importance of kindness, compassion, love, and friendship in the face of differences; while bring forth the fact that the gift of love and friendship is far more important than receiving the hottest new video game or toy for the holidays. Bravo Mr. Milne; I look forward to sharing this one with my family for years to come.


Star Rating: *****


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NOTD: OPI Holiday 2021 Celebration Nail Lacquer Collection in Paint the Tinseltown Red

One coat of OPI Holiday 2021 Celebration Nail Lacquer Collection in Paint the Tinseltown Red. Holographic Red with Red and Silver Metallic Flecks.

Y'all, I don't typically go gaga over reds; but this bad boy right here slays. See what I did there?

Paint the Tinseltown Red is a dreamy red holo that isn't your classic Christmas creme; yet still manages to bring all of the festive to your fingertips! This one was so easy breezy to work with. One coat and you. are. golden. Highly recommend this beauty for soiree season!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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run free

Free People Run Free Print Shirt in CHOCOLATE COMBO.

Feeling all swoony over this cutie!

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Essie Winter Market 2021 Nail Lacquer Mini 4-Pack Swatches + Review

Y'all, I have had zero Essie in my life this year; so when I spotted the Winter Market 2021 Nail Lacquer Mini 4-Pack at Ulta you best believe I snatched that bad boy up in 2.3 seconds. Does it contain new shades? Negative; but it does contain four shades that were new to me, and totally necessary for my collection. Plus, they happen to be perfect for the holidays. Enjoy!

Off Tropic is a Grove Green Creme. The polish world is seriously slacking when it comes to green polishes, but this beauty def makes up for it! Off Tropic is a lush grove green creme that will add a little holly jolly to your holidays. Y'all, this bad boy is a one. coat. wonder. NGL, it's a teensy tiny bit flirty with cuticles; but as long as you wipe the brush on the lip of the bottle well-enough, it's easy to control. The shine here is unreal, and will make your tips the talk of the town. Highly recommend if you're looking for something diff this December! This is 1 coat.

Wicked is an Oxblood Creme. Le sigh. Y'all, this color is so. good. Wicked is a deep, dark, sinister oxblood creme that is legit mandatory for your winter polish rotation. Babes, this beauty is 100% opaque in one coat and lasts through everything! Craft projects, holiday decorating, cooking...you name it and it is a survivor. Bonus: I experienced zero staining upon removal, so this one is a winner for sure! This is 1 coat.

Blanc is a White Creme. Is it even winter if you're not rocking white creme polish on your tips? Blanc is a brilliant white creme that makes me think of all of the winter things {sleigh rides, marshmallows, snow}. There's just something about a white mani that is all things dreamy and magical and perfect! This one applies beautifully and lasts. for. days. Bonus: my second grade babes complimented the color so. many. times. Thus, total winner! This is 2 coats.

Summit of Style is a Gold Glitter in a Clear Base. Swoon...so in love with this playful topper for December! Summit of Style is a gorgeous gold glitter in a clear base loaded with both hexagonal glitter pieces and microglitter. Though it could easily be worn on its own; to give it a Rudolph vibe I layered it over OPI's aint the Tinseltown Red which proved to be a stellar combo! This one is a total glitter bomb that applies evenly, without requiring manual manipulation of the glitter pieces. Grab this one if you're seeking a little extra sparkle! This is 1 coat. 

  AVAILABILITY: Ulta. 

  PRICE: $12.99 for the 4PC Mini Set; $9.00 for each full-size bottle.


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NOTD: Essie Nail Polish Collection in Off Tropic

One coat of Essie Nail Polish Collection in Off Tropic. Grove Green Creme.

The polish world is seriously slacking when it comes to green polishes, but this beauty def makes up for it!

Off Tropic is a lush grove green creme that will add a little holly jolly to your holidays. Y'all, this bad boy is a one. coat. wonder. NGL, it's a teensy tiny bit flirty with cuticles; but as long as you wipe the brush on the lip of the bottle well-enough, it's easy to control. The shine here is unreal, and will make your tips the talk of the town. Highly recommend if you're looking for something diff this December!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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carrie

WAYF x Emma Rose Carrie Sequin Long Sleeve Minidress in BERRY.

An all sequin dress? I'll take it!

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NOTD: OPI Downtown LA Nail Lacquer Collection in Art Walk in Suzi's Shoes

Two coats of OPI Downtown LA Nail Lacquer Collection in Art Walk in Suzi's Shoes. Crimson Red Creme.

Babes, I have found the only red you need for the holiday season!

Art Walk in Suzi's Shoes is a charming crimson red creme that was 100% made for the holidays. This beauty is rich and creamy with a TDF formula that applies like a dream, dries in minutes, and lasts forever. True story. I wore this polish for over a week, including five days spent in a classroom with second graders completing multiple art projects, and experienced zero chips or tipwear. Highly recommend for the holidays and beyond!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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BOOK REVIEW: Twelve Slays of Christmas {A Christmas Tree Farm Mystery} by Jacqueline Frost

NGL, I have struggled with finding the Christmas spirit for the last few years now, so I'm always on the hunt for a book that will add a little merry to my step. Enter Jacqueline Frost's Twelve Slays of Christmas: A Christmas Tree Farm Mystery. This one appeared on my radar a few weeks before Thanksgiving for $1.99 {gotta love those Kindle deals!} and I loved every second of it. You guys...this literally made me so excited for Christmas!

Despite hailing from Mistletoe, Maine, twenty-six-year-old Holly White is not experiencing a holly jolly Christmas. With less than two weeks left until her Christmas Eve wedding in Portland, Holly's fiance cancels their nuptials {having been swayed by a bendy yoga instructor}, sending her packing back to Mistletoe to mend her broken heart with a little help from her parents at their Christmas tree farm, Reindeer Games. Not to mention a large dose of snickerdoodles, peppermints, and rich cocoa from the Hearth...the very location where all of Holly's troubles begin.

As Holly's family gears up for the Twelve Days of Christmas event, wherein the entire town of Mistletoe, along with out-of-towners, converge on Reindeer Games for shopping, games, and sweets leading up to Christmas Day, unheard of tragedy strikes the charming town. After an altercation with Holly's father at the Hearth, Margaret Fenwick, President of the Mistletoe Historical Society, is found bludgeoned to death. Her body left in a sleigh display on Reindeer Games' property. The murder weapon? A wooden stake used to identify trees at the farm.

The first murder Mistletoe has experienced in 40 years, Holly's father, Bud, is the prime suspect, and Holly is not having it! Reeling from her recent breakup, Holly resolves to clear her father's name and bring the true murderer to justice. An investigative feat that places her toe-to-toe with Sheriff Evan Gray, a handsome newcomer to Mistletoe hailing from Boston who vows to keep Holly safe at all costs. But as Holly continues her line of questioning with the residents of Mistletoe, she finds herself moving towards the murderer's naughty list. If she doesn't solve this mystery soon, she just might not make it to Christmas Day.

Oh, how I loved this one! The characters within the pages of Twelve Slays of Christmas really drive the story, and keep you captivated. Sheriff Evan Gray is charming and someone you'd love to find standing under the mistletoe. Holly, though she oftentimes acts younger than her twenty-six years, making her come off as a Nancy Drew-esque character, is BFF material, and someone you would love to make jewelry with IRL. Then there's Cookie and Caroline, and their fondness for cupcakes, cocoa, and other sweets; not to mention Holly's adorable parents, and a slew of other characters you wish you would encounter in the everyday. I will admit that I pinpointed the killer very quickly; but Frost peppered the story with enough red herrings to keep you guessing. A truly charming tale to be devoured by a roaring fireplace in your coziest pjs, a steaming mug of cocoa in hand. I cannot wait to pick-up book two, Twas the Knife Before Christmas!


Star Rating: *****


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OPI Downtown LA Fall 2021 Nail Lacquer Mini 4-Pack Swatches + Review

So...I legit dragged my feet in buying OPI's Downtown LA Fall 2021 Nail Lacquer Mini 4-Pack because the colors didn't look too intriguing; but I am so glad I pulled the trigger because this quartet literally became one of my favorite polish purchases of 2021...not to mention that it was phenomenal for all of November!

Espresso Your Inner Self is a Coffee Brown Creme. Ladies, I have said it before and I'll say it again...there are not enough brown polishes in the nail world, and I am so glad that I caught this cutie before Thanksgiving! Espresso Your Inner Self is a scrummy coffee brown creme that gives you the perfect shot of energy on sight. This is a nice middle ground if you're not daring enough for black, but want something more unique than deep blue or red. The formula here was brilliant. Easy application, fast dry, and zero chips despite how many times I use my tips for a variety of tasks. Highly recommend for Turkey Day! This is 2 coats.

Metallic Composition is a Rose Gold Shimmer. 'Tis the season for girly shimmers! Y'all, I live for shimmers during the winter season and this one is so. good. Metallic Composition is a romantic rose gold shimmer that literally screams ice-skating-and-cocoa-in-the-park date, amiright?! The formula here is so brill! It's not streaky, it applies flawlessly, and I didn't see a single chip or signs of wear for all of the 8 days that I wore it. It even survived helping 140 second graders make thumbprint turkeys, and that's saying something. Grab this one fast ladies! This is 2 coats.

Art Walk in Suzi's Shoes is a Crimson Red Creme. Babes, I have found the only red you need for the holiday season!Art Walk in Suzi's Shoes is a charming crimson red creme that was 100% made for the holidays. This beauty is rich and creamy with a TDF formula that applies like a dream, dries in minutes, and lasts forever. True story. I wore this polish for over a week, including five days spent in a classroom with second graders completing multiple art projects, and experienced zero chips or tipwear. Highly recommend for the holidays and beyond! This is 2 coats.

Abstract After Dark is a Blue Purple Shimmer. Le sigh...I do love a vampy blurple shimmer for the holidays. Abstract After Dark is a sultry blue purple shimmer reminiscent of OPI's iconic Lincoln Park After Dark with the bonus of...sophisticated glimmer. This one showed signs of tipwear on a few of my fingers within 24-hours; however, aside from that, it held up well for the week that I wore it. Bonus: one of my students complimented it a week after wear. With a 7-year-old's seal of approval you know it's a w-i-n-n-e-r. Recommended for all of your chic soirees this season! This is 2 coats. 

  AVAILABILITY: Target. 

  PRICE: $16.99 for the 4PC Mini Set; $10.50 for each full-size bottle.


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NOTD: NAILS INC. Girl King Nail Polish in Fearless Female

Two coats of NAILS INC. Girl King Nail Polish in Fearless Female. Khaki Green Creme.

Y'all, I had a feeling I would like this color when I saw it in the bottle, but I legit l-o-v-e it.

Fearless Female is a kick butt khaki green creme that doesn't fall into the dreaded muddy brown-esque trap that many shades fall into it. This bad boy is fierce, strong, and has phenomenal staying power. Legit experienced zero chips in the full week that I wore it. Loves this one for October and November!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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check me out

Free People Check Me Out Pullover in WINTER FOG COMBO.

This cutie is giving me all the cozy up in a cabin until January vibes. Seriously need it in my life!

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NOTD: OPI Downtown LA Nail Lacquer Collection in Espresso Your Inner Self

Two coats of OPI Downtown LA Nail Lacquer Collection in Espresso Your Inner Self. Coffee Brown Creme.

Ladies, I have said it before and I'll say it again...there are not enough brown polishes in the nail world, and I am so glad that I caught this cutie before Thanksgiving!

Espresso Your Inner Self is a scrummy coffee brown creme that gives you the perfect shot of energy on sight. This is a nice middle ground if you're not daring enough for black, but want something more unique than deep blue or red. The formula here was brilliant. Easy application, fast dry, and zero chips despite how many times I use my tips for a variety of tasks. Highly recommend for Turkey Day!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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ashby

Free People Ashby Blazer in NAVY COMBO.

Don't mind me, I'm just over here swooning over this striped beauty.

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NOTD: OPI Hollywood Nail Lacquer Collection in Rated Pea-G

One coat of OPI Hollywood Nail Lacquer Collection in Rated Pea-G. Fresh Green Creme.

Y'all, I am a firm believer that there is a shortage of gorgeous green polishes, so thank goodness for this beauty!

Rated Pea-G, aside from having one of the greatest names ever, is a gorgeousgorgeousgorgeous shade that may legit be my new all-time favorite green. This beautiful babe is beyond brilliant to work with, applying in one easy coat, and standing out in my huge polish collection! I don't typically gravitate to greens for November, but this one feels so perfect for pumpkin patch outings and giving thanks. Obsessed!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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milo

Free People Milo Tunic Sweater in MOONLIT ORCHID.

Kind of want to hibernate in this cutie for the entire winter season!

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NOTD: Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear Nail Color in Daisy Dukes

Two coats of Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear Nail Color in Daisy Dukes. Sunflower Yellow Creme.

Flawless yellow nail polish check.

Daisy Dukes is a stunning sunflower yellow creme that I'm kind of obsessed with for the season of giving. This one is absolutely perfect for fall fun; with a formula that keeps. on. giving.. Chips? 0. Tipwear? 0. Long-lasting? Most definitely. If you dig yellows, you need to add this one to your rotation!
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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NOTD: OPI Malibu Nail Lacquer Collection in El Mat-adoring You

Two coats of OPI Malibu Nail Lacquer Collection in El Mat-adoring You. Tan Caramel Creme.

Okayokayokay, so I get that this color originated in a summer collection; but I am feeling. it. for. fall.

El Mat-adoring You is a tan caramel creme that is legit the shade of the perfect iced coffee. The moment I swiped this one on my fingers all I could think about was Thanksgiving, and piles of leaves, and riding boots and...you get the picture. Formula here was a breeze to work with. I wish it would have dried slightly quicker {I accidentally indented the polish on my pointer finger}; but dry time aside, it was long lasting and stunning to look at for the week that I wore it. Love and highly recommend!

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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NOTD: OPI Malibu Nail Lacquer Collection in The Sound of Vibrance

Two coats of OPI Malibu Nail Lacquer Collection in The Sound of Vibrance. Purple Shimmer.

Shimmer, shimmer cocoa pop...I had to do it. #sorrynotsorry.

The Sound of Vibrance is a purple shimmer that 100% put a spell on me and made me think of all of the spooky, Halloween, Hocus Pocus things. I mean, I get that it's a shade from a summer collection, but it is just as killer for spooky season. Just saying. Formula was flawless. I do recommend using a heavier hand, or adding a third coat to ensure that no VNL is visible; but, other than that, it's bril. Highly recommend if purples are your poison.

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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NOTD: Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Polish Collection in Against the Grey-In

Two coats of Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Polish Collection in Against the Grey-In. Dove Grey Creme.

Gorgeous greys ftw, yes?

Against the Grey-In is a decadent dove grey creme that I allowed to sit in my polish pile for far too long before finally trying it on my nails. Ladies, this bad boy is gorgeous. Subtle hints of lavender undertone give it such an unexpected touch that will make it a standout in your collection. Obsessing over this one for year-round wear!
What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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NOTD: Defy & Inspire Vita Fit Vitamin Infused Nail Polish in One Dream

Three coats of Defy & Inspire Vita Fit Vitamin Infused Nail Polish in One Dream. Egg Yolk Yellow Creme.

OMG how have I gone this long without yellow polish in my rotation? It's legit one of my favorite nail color shades and I have been slacking!

One Dream is a flawless egg yolk yellow creme that is my favorite type of yellow for fall because it leans darker than a spring or summer yellow, making it feel fresh for autumn shenanigans! As expected with yellows, this one did require three coats to level correctly; but it is super fast dry, which makes up for the extra coat work. This one dries matte {which I rarely love}, so keep top coat close by for shine.

What nail color are you rocking for #ManicureMonday?


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