Greetings dear readers, and happy Friday! This past week has felt particularly busy; I don't know about you, but I am looking forward to a weekend of relaxation! Thankfully the hubby will be home to help keep an eye on the kids and I can hopefully get some alone time to get some work done as well. Wish me luck!
This past week, I shared on Instagram a preview of Zoya's new summer collection that will be launching next Friday. I'm excited about the vibrant hues that are coming, but sometimes you want something a little more mellow. The spring's Calm Collection really spoke to me with the softer shades. Colour really does have an impact on my mood, and this collection certainly has a calming effect! Let's check out each of the shades in this collection.
Press Samples
Colleen
A delicate pink cream with a warm undertone.
Colleen was one of my favorites from this collection. It's a pink that is actually flattering on my skintone! The first coat applied a little on the patchy side, but it evened out nicely with the second coat.
AJ
A subtle, sparkling blush with a gorgeous copper micro-shimmer.
AJ is slightly darker than Colleen with the extra interest of the micro-shimmers. It's fun and interesting without being too much for those work places that permit only "natural" nail colours. It was a little streaky for me, but using Zoya's wide brush and fewer strokes kept it from being an issue. I used two coats for opacity here.
Emerson
A modern baby blue cream.
I love this colour in the bottle, but Emerson isn't really a good shade for me. Like Colleen, it was a little patchy on the first coat but evened out in the second. I did have a touch of bubbling, BUT that is most likely my issue as I'm fighting with the high heat and high settings on my air conditioning.
Laura
A soft pink toned ivory cream.
Laura is another shade I really enjoy from this collection. It's a more nude version than Colleen, so if that is a little too pink for you taste, Laura may be what you are looking for. Shown with two coats.
Leif
A gentle and harmonious light sage green cream.
While I was happy overall with the rest of the collection, the formula of Leif was disappointing. I found it to be oddly thin but still gloopy at the same time. I added in a few drops of nail polish thinner which seemed to help some, but it was still a little problematic. I may just need to use more thinner or let it sit longer. I did have a little bit of bubbling, but between the heat, ac, and shaking in thinner, it's not too surprising. Shown with two coats.
Vee
A muted French lilac cream.
Out of all the shades in this collection, Vee was hands down my favorite. I'm a sucker for more muted warm toned purples, and this certainly fits that description! The formula was also on point with no issues to report. I used two coats for opacity.
The Zoya Calm Collection is available for purchase now. Each shade retails for $10. Whether you are trying to find your inner peace or need an escape from vibrant shades this summer, this collection is here for you!
Until next time, dear readers, have a wonderful day and enjoy your weekend!
XO!
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So many pretty colors. I like the purple nail polish the best
ReplyDeleteColleen is calling to me! I love a light color like that in the spring and summer, especially when I get a little tan and it pops. I hope you can enjoy some time alone to relax this weekend!
ReplyDeleteIt has been a long time since I tried Zoya and these colors are gorgeous. I may need to get a few!
ReplyDeleteThis is a sweet collection for spring. I like Colleen a lot. We all need calm right now so it's a good fit.
ReplyDeleteI love these pastel colors. Doing are nails is such a simple thing that makes me feel pretty :)
ReplyDeleteI like this collection! I haven't bought Zoya in FOREVER but I need to get some of the new brushes and make my collection one nice happy wide brush world.
ReplyDeleteThese are such nice spring colors. I like the sparkly pink one (AJ) the best. Thank you for sharing these!
ReplyDeleteI always go for the light shades! This collection is amazing! love it
ReplyDeleteEmerson stole my heart, but all the colors are beautiful. Mat as I like it and pastel!
ReplyDeleteWOW! such an amazing colours, the collection seems good, colors are so much attractive, I am not sure about this ZOYA brand, but like the colours. (World in Eyes)
ReplyDeleteI am totally loving all of those light and pretty spring hues! They are the perfect tones.
ReplyDeleteyour nails are so beautiful. <3 i love to get my nails done but i do so much household chores, so it'd be useless.. :)
ReplyDeleteThese nail polish colors are awesome. The one that I would like to try is the
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So many wonderful colors in this collection. I wonder if Can buy it here in Japan.
ReplyDeleteZoya makes some great nail polishes! We are getting used to painting our own nails.
ReplyDeleteI actually really like Emerson on you! Looks so bright with your tan!
ReplyDeleteSuper love the colors, very natural, love it! I don't know the brand to be honest but I am sure my wife knows it.
ReplyDeleteThese are such pretty, spa like colors! Luckily my nails are still going strong, and I will probably wait it out until I can see my nail tech again! The french lilac cream sold me, based on the name alone!
ReplyDeleteI recently rediscovered Zoya and got reminded once again how incredible their polishes are! This collection is perfect for spring, and each color looks so buttery and opaque!
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