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Well-Polished

I have no problem admitting that I am polish-obsessed.  My bathroom cabinet holds two large 3-drawer organizers with all of the nail lacquers I’ve amassed over the years (arranged by color family, naturally).  Before I became a mom, I used to have my nails done every 2 weeks at the salon.  But when we shifted down to one income, in an effort to save money, I started doing all my own manicures at home…hence the expansive collection I now own.  


For those of you who are just starting out or for those looking for that perfect color, I’ve put together my top picks: a mix of neutrals you can wear year-round, brights for spring/summer and rich tones for fall/winter.  These are my absolute favorites & I’ve even tested them on girlfriends with different skin coloring than mine.  I promise these shades look good on everyone and they are the only 12 polishes you truly need!

 Sally Hansen Commander in Chic // Revlon Sandy Nude // OPI Alpine Snow // Sonia Kashuk Smoke & Mirrors
 Essie Tart Deco // L’Oreal Pink Me Up // OPI Lucky Lucky Lavender // Essie Lollipop
 American Apparel Passport Blue // Illamasqua Swinger // Essie Bordeaux // Julep Laura

08.01.13 Kimberly

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  1. Ashley says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:05 am

    I have been doing my nails for a really long time but treat myself to a toe polish once or twice in the summer! I must have white, pink and navy in my polish collection as they are my go to colors!!

    Xo,
    Sincerely Miss Ash

  2. Sofia Donatelli says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:05 am

    What pretty nail polishes! I love the coral color especialy! These colors are all lovely!

    Hope you have a wonderful day.
    Sofia

    http://stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com/

  3. jenn~the stylish housewife says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:35 am

    I've TOTALLY been slacking in the manicure department lately! I've had the same polish on my toes for over a month and have only given myself one mani! What is going on here?!?!? =)

    XOXO, Jenn
    The Stylish Housewife

  4. Merritt says

    August 1, 2013 at 11:54 am

    love the olive shade! I'll have to test that out this fall!

    The Style Scribe

  5. Kristin Clark says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:36 pm

    Amazing round-up, love the layout!

    xo
    Kristin
    http://www.LivingInColorPrint.com

  6. Amy Shaughnessy says

    August 1, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    I haven't had my nails 'done' in 6 years. It's just so much easier to do them myself! Takes less time and money!

    Amy

    Fashion and Beauty Finds

  7. Alyson says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:16 pm

    love this! why did I think you never got a manicure before?! lol, weird but I do love these colors, particularly that wine and navy hues. Gorgeous!

  8. PennyPincherFashion says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:17 pm

    Alyson,

    I should have specified! When I was going to the salon (back in the day), I had acrylic nails put on. I've never actually had a manicure done on my natural nails ๐Ÿ™‚

    xo,
    Kimberly

  9. TaraMixandMatch says

    August 1, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    I have way too many nail polishes to even count lol ๐Ÿ™‚ I'm kind of addicted too!

  10. elizabethashleyphoto says

    August 1, 2013 at 3:21 pm

    Any time I don't *need* a new polish, but love a color too much to leave it, I justify it because I'm not "one of those girls" who goes and gets mani/pedi all the time. So even though I have way more than anyone needs, it's a lot cheaper than the charge + tip every couple of weeks that my girlfriends have!

  11. Amy says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    I have been wearing essie's tart deco all summer! I tried switching but nothing else looks as good ๐Ÿ™‚

  12. Amy says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:21 pm

    I have been wearing essie's tart deco all summer! I tried switching but nothing else looks as good ๐Ÿ™‚

  13. The Golden Girls says

    August 1, 2013 at 4:40 pm

    OoOooO these are all so gorgeous! Hugs from Cali! xx The Golden Girls

  14. The BuckMaster says

    August 1, 2013 at 6:02 pm

    Great post! I'm hoping as a mega-polish lover you'll be able to answer a question I have for you- how do you get your polishes to last?? I feel like the colors start to separate and look all funky only a few months after I buy them which makes me not want to bother "investing" in too many polish options. I've heard don't store in direct sunlight or hot places, but that still hasn't seemed to help??

    • Rebecca Rae says

      August 1, 2013 at 7:04 pm

      Hi BM, when my polish gets weird I add a bit of polish remover. Usually does the trick. Hope that helps. Becca

  15. Emma Finlayson says

    August 1, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    The OPI lilac colour is one of my faves as well!
    http://strollingthecityinheels.com
    **wedding giveaway on the blog**

  16. PennyPincherFashion says

    August 1, 2013 at 6:30 pm

    The BuckMaster,

    I haven't had this problem with mine. I store them in a drawer organizer in my bathroom linen closet. Sometimes I will have them go bad/get goopy after a year or two, but never sooner than that. Sorry I can't help further! ๐Ÿ™

    xo,
    Kimberly

  17. Bonnie says

    August 1, 2013 at 6:55 pm

    Even if the colors do separate, usually just a good shaking will fix it. I have heard others say roll it between your hands to use body warmth.

    I would have included a light pink ala Essie Mademoiselle or Ballet Slippers or OPI Bubble Bath.

  18. Marissa at Style Cusp says

    August 1, 2013 at 8:00 pm

    I'm such a nail polish freak too! Except I only wear Essie. ๐Ÿ™‚

  19. Alina Dunbar says

    August 1, 2013 at 8:22 pm

    My favorite shade of all time is essie's bordeaux – so glad to see it on this list! ๐Ÿ™‚

  20. Ashleigh says

    August 1, 2013 at 9:39 pm

    I like good old fashioned black polish in fall and winter! What's your pick for black?
    -Ash
    http://www.thestylizedwannabe.com

  21. Brianna Harris says

    August 2, 2013 at 1:20 am

    Cute post! Do you have any suggestions for a light pink polish that you can still see? I have the hardest time finding this in the perfect color! Thanks! ๐Ÿ™‚

  22. P.S.LilyBoutique says

    August 2, 2013 at 1:44 am

    Love all these beautiful colors! ๐Ÿ™‚ x

    http://pslilyboutique.com

  23. PennyPincherFashion says

    August 2, 2013 at 3:10 am

    Brianna,

    My favorite pale pink is Essie Mademoiselle…it's slightly sheer but with 2 coats, it's the prettiest light pink hue.

    xo,
    Kimberly

  24. Ebi says

    August 2, 2013 at 4:33 pm

    lovely choice of color…. ever since I've stopped working I've been doing my own mani too… save money. I love the Olive that you've shown…. Wanna get a Olive color soon too… XD

  25. FitTravelerAJ says

    August 3, 2013 at 12:01 am

    Looks like I need to add some polishes to my collection!

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.com

  26. Brianna Harris says

    August 5, 2013 at 8:49 pm

    Thanks so much Kimberly!! I will check that one out! ๐Ÿ™‚

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