Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Dillon

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Today, I have Zoya Dillon swatched up for you!

Zoya Dillon. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Dillon is a pretty, mint green shimmer. So much shimmer, it's almost metallic!

Zoya Dillon. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

I started with one coat of Sinful Colors Basecoat, then added two coats of Dillon. I topped this off with one coat of NYC In a New York Minute topcoat. This has a nice, easy formula. The first coat does go on a bit streaky and sheer, but the second provides a perfect, even finish.

I added one coat of Butter London Matte topcoat to my swatch to see what happened... and I think I like it better!

Zoya Dillon. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

I purchased my bottle from Zoya.

Zoya Dillon. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Maya

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Today's polish is Zoya Maya!

Zoya Maya. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Maya is a perfect coral creme-jelly hybrid.

Zoya Maya. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today show two coats of Maya over Sinful Colors Base Coat plus one coat of NYC In a New York Minute fast dry topcoat. This was super shiny on it's own, but I always use topcoat. The formula was great, and this polish applied easily.

Zoya Maya. Indoors, natural light, no flash.

I purchased my bottle from Zoya.

Zoya Maya. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Stevie

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Today's swatch is Zoya Stevie!

Zoya Stevie. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Stevie is a pretty lilac textured polish with silver shimmer. It's sweet-looking and lovely.

Zoya Stevie. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today are two coats of Stevie over my base coat combination of Duri Rejuvacote plus Sinful Colors Nail Hardener. Formula on this was fantastic. It glides on nicely, and I found no problems.

Zoya Stevie. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

I purchased my bottle some time ago, either from Zoya or Ulta.

More soon! ^_^

NOTW: Valentine's Day with Zoya

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Today, I have yet another nail art post!! This one is what I wore for Valentine's Day! Soon we'll be caught up -- only one more old mani left!!

Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Keeping on with this week's inadvertent theme, I started with another polish from the Naturel Collection, this one is two coats of Zoya Rue over my base coat, plus Qtica Extending Topcoat. Once that was dry, I used Pure Ice Gossip to stamp various lovey-dovey images, sealing them with NYC In a New York Minute. My ring fingers got two coats of Zoya Miranda.

I had a really good few weeks back at the beginning of this year nail art wise. The stamping in the last three posts is probably the cleanest I've ever managed, and I thought all my looks were well put together. While I can't believe it took me this long to post them, it sort of worked out nicely because Zoya just released a second Naturel Collection.

More soon! ^_^

NOTW: Pretty in Pink

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Like yesterday, I'm dusting off this look to show you today. I wore this one the week after yesterday's pretty.

Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

This delicate look started with Duri Rejuvacote, Sinful Colors Nail Hardener, two coats of Zoya Brigitte, and the Qtica Extending Topcoat. The stamps were added the next day to ensure the base color was dry, and I used Essie Nothing Else Metals. I added a pink rhinestone to my ring finger, and sealed everything with one coat of NYC In a New York Minute. It's another mani that I absolutely adored!

More soon! ^_^

NOTW: Secret Garden

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I am fail blogger again! But I regret nothing, Azeroth needed me! I'm a hero, don't you know? ^_^

So, since I've been playing too much World of Warcraft and don't have any pictures edited for this week, let's go all the way back to January in Maryland when I wore this beautiful mani.

Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

This started with my normal base coat combination. Then, I used two coats of Zoya Odette, which was then topcoated with Qtica Extending Topcoat. After a lot of dry time, I stamped the swirls with AEngland St. George. The glitter accents are the fabulous, Rainbow Honey Metalmark. Lastly, I used one coat of NYC In a New York Minute to seal everything in. I totally loved this look so much. I might have to revisit it!

Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Chantal

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Today I have Zoya Chantal swatched up for you. This is the last of my picks from the Naturel Collection.

Zoya Chantal. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Chantal is a neutral creme polish, which might be a little boring, but it's the perfect base for nail art.

Zoya Chantal. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today are a base coat of Duri Rejuvacote, one coat of Sinful Colors Nail Hardener, two coats of Chantal, and one coat of Qtica topcoat. This polish has a slightly more finicky formula than the others from this collection that I've had on the blog. It requires patience because it will drag and bald, so wait between coats!

I purchased my bottle directly from Zoya.

Zoya Chantal. Indoors, artificial light, no flash./mo

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Normani

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Today I have another of my picks from Zoya's Naturel Collection. This one is Normani, a dusty purpley-taupe creme.

Zoya Normani. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today are one coat of Sinful Colors Base Coat, two coats of Normani, and one coat of NYC In a New York Minute. Like her sisters, Normani has a good formula that applies without problems.

Zoya Normani. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

This is probably my least favorite of the five colors I picked up from the Naturel Collection. It falls a bit flat on me, but from other swatches, I notice that it looks nicer on different skin tones.

Zoya Normani. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

I purchased my bottle directly from Zoya during a promotional sale. Stay tuned to their Facebook page to catch one of their frequent sales or promo codes!

Zoya Normani. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Payton

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I have a gorgeous polish to kick off this week with! Check out Zoya Payton!

Zoya Payton. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Payton is a beautiful deep plum-purple jelly with holographic fleck-like bits.

Zoya Payton. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today are one coat of Seche Clear, two coats of Payton, and one coat of NYC In a New York Minute. This applied easily with zero issues. It is nicely opaque at two coats, yet retains that jelly-like squishiness.

Zoya Payton. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Payton is gorgeous! She is similar to earlier the Zoya holos, Storm, Blaze, and Aurora. Ahh, I have much love for this one!

Zoya Payton. Indoors, filtered sunlight, no flash.

I purchased my bottle directly from Zoya during a promotional sale. Stay tuned to their Facebook page to catch one of their frequent sales or promo codes!

Zoya Payton. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initative: Zoya Rue

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We're moving on with the Zoya Naturel collection swatches today. This is Rue, a muted, blush pink creme. Delicate and demure!

Zoya Rue. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today started with a base coat combination of Duri Rejuvacote and Sinful Colors Nail Hardener. After that, I used two coats of Rue followed by one coat of Qtica Extending Topcoat. Rue applies beautifully. I had no issues with this polish because it flows smoothly and easily on to the nail.

Zoya Rue. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

I purchased my bottle directly from Zoya during a promotional sale. Stay tuned to their Facebook page to catch one of their frequent sales or promo codes!

Zoya Rue. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Brigitte

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Today I have the lovely Brigitte from Zoya's Naturel Collection!

Zoya Brigitte. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Brigitte is similar to Odette, but it is lighter and just a bit more pink. It's a very flattering mauve creme. I used this as a base for some delicate lace stamping, and it turned out lovely! I think I'll do something special with those photos once I get through swatching all my picks from the Naturel collection.

Zoya Brigitte. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today are one coat of Duri Rejuvacote, one coat of Sinful Colors Nail Hardener, two coats of Brigitte, and one coat of Qtica Extending Topcoat. This polish applied easily with no complications.

Zoya Brigitte. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

I purchased this polish during a sale directly from Zoya's website. They frequently run promos and specials, and I find the best way to keep up with them is via their Facebook page.

Zoya Brigitte. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Odette

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Today I have another Zoya swatched up! This one is Odette from the newest collection, Naturel!

Odette is a pretty, dusty purple creme. I picked up five of the six polishes in this collection, and, so far, I am loving the soft, subdued hues of each one. This one is one of the darker polishes in the set and perfect to wear alone or as a base for nail art. I wore this swatch for a few days on her own, then added some glitter and stamping, which I'll you guys soon.

Zoya Odette. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today started with one coat of Duri Rejuvacote and one coat of Sinful Colors Nail Hardener. After that, two easy coats of Odette followed. I finished with one coat of Qtica Extending Topcoat. Formula was good, and I had no trouble with application.

Zoya Odette. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

I purchased this bottle directly from Zoya's website. Check out their Facebook page - they run great promos and sales frequently... I hardly ever pay full price for Zoyas!

Zoya Odette. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Sunshine

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Quick post for today's polish, Zoya Sunshine!

Zoya Sunshine. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Sunshine is a rich, deep blue texture polish with silver sparkle.

Zoya Sunshine. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today are simply one coat of Seche Clear and one coat of Sunshine. That's it! It's super pigmented and easy to apply!

I purchased this polish directly from Zoya's website.

Zoya Sunshine. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Nyx

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I have a quick post today to show you Zoya Nyx.

Zoya Nyx. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Nyx is a PixieDust from Zoya, which is what they're calling their line of textured polishes. Nyx is a gorgeous, frosty blue with silver sparkle.

Zoya Nyx. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today are a base of Seche Clear, three coats of Nyx, and no topcoat. This polish has a great formula. It glides on smoothly, and I had no problem with application. It does dry slowly, and without the aid of a quick-dry topcoat, a mani with this is a bit of a time commitment.

Zoya Nyx. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

I purchased this directly from Zoya's website.

Zoya Nyx. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Posh

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A festive red polish for today -- this is Zoya Posh!

Zoya Posh. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Posh is the third, and final, Matte Velvet I purchased when the collection made it's quick return last month. It is a rich, matte red.

Zoya Posh. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Swatches today are simply two coats of Zoya Posh. Of the three I have, I think this has the best formula. I didn't have any issues with it, and got perfect coverage with just two coats.

Zoya Posh. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Sorry to be a tease, but this polish was a limited edition and is sold out! Check out Zoya's Facebook page for any future announcements about the availability of this collection.

More soon! ^_^

Stash Swatch Initiative: Zoya Savita

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Another Zoya Matte Velvet to tease you with today! This one is Savita!

Zoya Savita. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

Savita is a beautiful, saturated matte purple with pink shimmer.

Swatches today are just two coats of Savita. This polish is a little better than Dovima was in terms of formula and application. It is more opaque and less streaky, so I only needed to use two coats.

Zoya Savita. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

I tried Savita glossy as well, and that pink shimmer explodes! It's really pretty with both finishes. I love how the purple is so deep and rich.

Zoya Savita. Indoors, filtered sunlight (window), no flash.

I purchased this bottle directly from Zoya, but it was a limited edition run and sold out! Sorry!

Zoya Savita. Indoors, artificial light, no flash.

More soon! ^_^