Moore Swatches: Bee’s Knees Lacquer – The Indie Shop (TIS) Portland LEs

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Hey Sugas!!! Have you ever just had “one of those days”? Well for me it’s been a week – and it’s only Wednesday. Here it is almost midnight and I’m just getting to my blog. Sheesh!

But in the name of polish, I must bring you The Indie Shop (TIS) Portland show limited editions from Bee’s Knees Lacquer (BKL). Per their usual theme of local urban legends, the BKL team created 3 new LEs inspired by the legend of a local witch, the Columbia River monster and the legend.

Enjoy….

July 31, 2019August 12, 2019 by queenofnails83

Moore Swatches: Tonic Nail Polish – Fairy Queen Quad and New Multichrome Parade

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“All aboard the Iridescent and Multichrome Express! Final stop…. Gorgeous Town – at Fairy Queen Quad Rd and New Multichrome Parade Way. If you’re headed that way, we invite you to take a sit and enjoy the sights!”

Enjoy!

July 30, 2019July 30, 2019 by queenofnails83

Moore Swatches: August 2019 Polish Pickup (PPU) and Indie Pickup (IPU) – At the Carnival

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Hey Sugas!!! Welcome to August Polish/Indie Pickup 2019, where the rides are fast, the lights are bright and the games are fun!

I ain’t gonna lie… I had to look up what a carnival is and my best definition that I could come up with is that it’s a temporary, travelling amusement park, fair and circus all in one. In my 36 years, I have to admit that I’ve never been to a “carnival”, but I’ve been to an amusement park, a fair and a circus and they all offer a great time for family and friends and exciting attractions. 

A fair typically has the games and prizes and deep fried EVERYTHING, while an amusement park has games but is always best known for the rides. And we can’t forget the circus which offers clowns, acrobatics and death-defying stunts. Combine all that and you have a day at the carnival!

Today I have 25 PPU/IPU offerings all themed and inspired by… you guessed it, the carnival! So let’s rewind time back to when you were a kid again and get our polish on – carnival style!

Enjoy…

July 29, 2019July 29, 2019 by queenofnails83

Moore Swatches: August Makers Dozen – Tropical Marine Life

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Hey Sugas!!! The vast tropical waters of the deep blue sea is home to tens of thousands of different marine life species. For the month of August, the Makers Dozen have created polishes inspired by our neighbors of the sea!

And just in case you’re new around these parts, let me give you a quick recap of how Makers Dozen works.

How will the box be run?

The Makers Dozen is a collaboration between 12 makers with a different guest maker joining monthly. Polishes will be sold on maker’s individual web sites. Clicking on the brands name below will provide a direct link to the makers site. 

Who are the founding brands?

The founding makers are:

• Olivia T. (Copacetic Cosmetics)
• Jenn D (NeVerMind Polish)
• Jannalyn M (LYNB Designs)
• Sacha J (Jior Couture)
• Angie C/N (Sassy Pants Polish)
• Sabrina B (Zombie Claw Polish)
• Trish R (PI Colors)
• Anetress M (Baby Girl Lacquer)
• Alicia C (Leesha’s Lacquers)
• Cynthia D (Alter Ego)
• Simone V (Ms Sparkle)
• Lisette V/J (Inspirrations)

What is the frequency?

We will be doing this monthly. So 13 polishes released each month.

Pricing:

The pricing is set my each individual maker depending on their own preferences.

How is Makers Dozen different from other boxes that are currently available?

Makers Dozen is so much different, and it’s really exciting. From day 1 to now the idea has changed so much and it’s a great thing. We will be releasing polishes with a cap of 40 so they will stay exclusive and it’ll be exciting to get your hands on! Because of this cap polishes may sell out super quick, but we aren’t having a cut off date. If they are still available in the next monthly they will still be able to be purchased. Also each bottle will be numbered just like works of art should be! We will have 13 drawings in our group to allow members to win free shipping, discounts, etc. The makers are so excited to be engaging with the members I really think it will be something special. Another thing that sets us apart is that each month will be a rainbow of colors! We all rotate colors each month so every month there will be 13 different colored polishes!

Why ‘Maker’s Dozen’?

Makers Dozen was a name that the group came up with together, a play on bakers dozen, and it fits so perfectly!

Enjoy…

July 26, 2019July 29, 2019 by queenofnails83

Moore Swatches: Femme Fatale Cosmetics – Clueless Collection, August COTM and August FOTM

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Hey Sugas!! I was 12 when the movie Clueless came out in 1995 but it was all the rage and still holds steady on my list of top movies of the 90s. For those not familiar, Clueless is a movie about the Beverly Hills high school socialite Cher, played by Alicia Silverstone and surviving the ups and downs of adolescent life. Her external demeanor at first seems superficial, but rather it hides her wit, charm, and intelligence which help her to deal with relationships, friends, family, school, and the all-important teenage social life. Her best friend Dee, who, at the time, I dreamed to be once in high school, was played by the gorgeous Stacey Dash. But instead, I was more of a Tai, kinda awkward played by the late Brittany Murphy. Basically, what I’m trying to say is, Clueless is definitely on the soundtrack of my life in the 90s. The times were different back then but nevertheless, classic!

The 6 piece collection today from Femme Fatale was inspired by none other than Clueless. And let us not forget about the August FOTM and COTM inspired by 2 amusement park favorites, the Swing (Flying) Carousel and the ferris wheel. 

Enjoy!

July 25, 2019August 26, 2019 by queenofnails83

Moore Swatches: Glam Polish – Glam Geek – Toy Story Villains Special Edition Duo

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Hey Sugas!!! Every good movie needs a villain and in Toy Story there are 2 that come to mind, Lots-o’-Huggin’ Bear and Evil Emperor Zurg.

Debuting in Toy Story 2, Evil Emperor Zurg is a space villain action figure and Buzz Lightyear’s archenemy.  He has red evil eyes with neon gritting teeth, silver horns on his head, and a purple tunic with a black cape on it. He usually carries a gun.

Appearing originally in Toy Story 3, Lots-o’-Huggin’ Bear is a jumbo, extra-soft teddy bear with a pink and white plush body and a velvety purple nose. This lovable bear stands fuzzy heads and shoulders above other teddy bears because he smells like sweet strawberries! 

So let’s hear it for these 2 Toy Story Villains, the inspiration behind special edition duo from Glam Polish!

Enjoy!!!

July 24, 2019August 21, 2019 by queenofnails83

Moore Swatches: Red Eyed Lacquer – Lazy and Lounge Summer Trio

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Hey Sugas!!! It’s official… starting Tuesday, September 3rd, I will a part time nail technician student!!! YAY me for realizing my dreams and finally, after many years of procrastination,  going after them!! It feels so good! And while I am keeping you all updated on my progressed as promised, I am officially done my smoothie cleanse/detox on which I’ve lost 18 lbs, and I am now embarking on a plant-based diet. So far, so good. I’ve learned that even on a vegan diet I can still eat amazing tasting food.

Today I have the Lazy and Lounge Summer Trio from Red Eyed Lacquer featuring 3 fun, shimmery, polishes each accented with bronze microflakies. The trio will sell for $9 each or $25 for the set and will be available starting Thursday, August 1st at 11am est.

Enjoy… 

July 23, 2019July 23, 2019 by queenofnails83

Moore Swatches: Cast a Spell Box 2019

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Hey Sugas!!! The iconic, fictional character, who we all know and love, born Harry James Potter on July 31st 1980 to Lily and James Potter big 3-9!!! Yep, it’s Harry Potter’s birthday! How shall we celebrate??? Well, the with the annual Cast a Spell hosted by Night Owl Lacquer. And the theme… spells used in the HP books & movies.

Grab your wand, hop on your broomstick, and join Night Owl Lacquer, Stella Chroma, Lollipop Posse Lacquer, Nvr Enuff, Bee’s Knees and Ribbits Stickits on July 31 as they explore the inspiration behind Harry Potter, one of the world’s most beloved characters, and his magical world. Author J.K. Rowling, who set this whole universe ablaze with the release of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” in 1997 shares the same birthday as Harry himself. Coincidence?

 

 

Enjoy….

July 22, 2019July 23, 2019 by queenofnails83

Moore Swatches: Sassy Sauce Polish – July 2019 Release

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This weekend has been nothing short of amazing! It started on Friday with celebrating my Pastor’s adult-only, 1950’s themed, 50th birthday at a lounge overlooking the Virginia skyline. Sugas…. it’s was a blast from the past! Jason and I went as Danny and Rizzo from Grease and other guests truly embodied the era in polka dots, polka dots and more polka dots. Saturday was had a family reunion and here we are today having a blessed Sunday of church and basketball!

But I realized today, that I didn’t share with you all the 3 polishes of the July Release from Sassy Sauce Polish. So surprise…. here we are! On a Sunday sitting in a hot, sweaty gym blogging and watching basketball. Let’s check out the polish, shall we?!

Enjoy….

July 21, 2019July 21, 2019 by queenofnails83

Moore Swatches: POP Polish – Hybrid Oil Slick Collection and Pastel Oil Slick Collection

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Hey Sugas!!! From the brand that brought you Oil Slick 360 and Oil Slick 360 Pastel, now brings you 2 new oil slick collection to join the family. 

Featuring…. the Hybrid Oil Slick and Pastel Oil Slick Collections!!!! Currently, the “oil slick” family has 20+ polishes and with the addition of these TWO, yes 2, 6 piece collections, that will skyrocket the current number to over 40 oil slicks. Watch out cause things are getting slickery. And fun fact… July is the birth month of Bianca, the fearless maker-extraordinaire of POP Polish!!! So all wish her a Happy birthday and go out and buy oil slicks!

The Hybrid Oil Slicks is the brainchild of the Original Oil Slick and the Pastel collection and just a heads up, these MAY BE limited edition, so don’t delay! The Pastel Oil Slicks are DYNAMITE!!! They are super shifty and the pop of colors is unexpected.

Enjoy….

July 18, 2019July 18, 2019 by queenofnails83