Stash Swatch Initiative: Brash Denim Doll

Hello!

Brash Denim Doll. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Today I have the other Brash polish I was gifted for my birthday. If I remember correctly, the two were packaged together as a set. This one is Denim Doll.

Brash Denim Doll. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Denim Doll is a deep blue with awesome blue shimmer. It is really pretty, and again, I'm pleased with it despite the less than desirable formula. I didn't have sun for swatching this one, which is unfortunate because I think it would really glow in natural light. May I substitute some flash instead?

Brash Denim Doll. Indoors, artificial light, with flash.

Swatches today are a base coat of Seche Clear, three coats of Denim Doll, and one coat of NYC In a New York Minute. Like Blue Dream, the formula on this polish is thin and watery. I was surprised at how it did build up over three coats, and it did self-level nicely, as well. So, it really isn't so bad!

Brash Denim Doll. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Brash Blue Dream

Hello!

Today I have a new-to-me brand. This is Brash Blue Dream.

Brash Blue Dream. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

This polish was a birthday gift, and I'm quite pleased with it! It's a lovely bright blue creme. Swatches today are a base coat of Seche Clear, two thick coats of Blue Dream, and one coat of NYC In a New York Minute.

Brash Blue Dream. Outdoors, natural light, no flash.

The formula leaves a little to be desired. It is thin, not well-pigmented, and a bit runny. It is streaky too. However, it self-levels wonderfully, and I was able to get away with using two very thick coats. Otherwise, I'd think you'd need to use three or four thin coats. The brush on this bottle is strange. It's cut at an angle so it's tapered to one side. Once I got the hang of it, it worked out nicely. I was able to use the narrow end for good control close to my cuticles.

Brash Blue Dream. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

A quick internet search tells me this is Payless Shoe Stores' brand of cosmetics, which are available in select Payless stores. I'd never think to look for nail polish there! Even with it's tricky formula, Blue Dream was a nice surprise. I love the color!

Brash Blue Dream. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^