Saturday morning started out like our typical Saturdays around here: the kids woke up early- they clearly don't believe in sleeping in on the weekends; my husband kept them busy and relatively quiet while I attempted to get a little more rest, and we had family breakfast together. I had sat down to paint my nails, and after applying my base coat and browsing my phone while it dried, I saw the news: Little Richard had died. To say Little Richard was a rock 'n' roll icon is a massive understatement. As someone that was so influential for other musical icons, he truly was rock 'n' roll personified. I don't remember what I was originally planning to put on my nails Saturday, but I immediately switched gears to a beauty I haven't worn in quite some time. It's been awhile since I've visited my Throwback Thursday Beauty Series (#TBTBeauty), but what could be better than Colors by Llarowe Good Golly Miss Molly, worn in memory of a rock 'n' roll legend!
For some, it may seem frivolous or silly to celebrate someone by painting one's nails; I disagree. Those that are particularly interested in nail polish can look at a colour and know it by name and understand the inspiration behind it. It isn't "just a colour" but instead another form of creative expression. The inspiration may vary across different brands, but there is no doubt that those that design collections do so carefully to fit their specific themes.
Good Golly Miss Molly was a limited edition release back in January 2014, and it sold out very quickly! I was so thankful to have purchased a bottle, and as you can see from my old blog post back then, it is still as lovely now as it was six years ago.
It feels like it has been a difficult few years as beloved celebrities and legends have died, some of which have had a strong impact on my childhood. I know it is the nature of life- it always comes to an end, but it still is shocking somehow. A part of me always feels sad, but I like to celebrate someone's life after they have passed. I'd like to think Little Richard would have approved of this interpretation. It certainly has been my pleasure to wear it in his memory this week.
Unfortunately, Colors by Llarowe is no longer creating nail polish other than possibly on occasion for the Polish Pickup. I generally try to keep unavailable products off my blog posts, but I had to make an exception for this post.
I hope you are doing well this week! Until next time, dear readers, please stay safe and healthy!
XO!
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This is a gorgeous shade - I am always a big fan of purple holos. Beautiful swatches and I love how you captured that holo.
ReplyDeleteI can't think of a sweeter way to honor someone's memory than to put on something beautiful to brighten your day. That color is gorgeous, too bad it's no longer available, but thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWow the colour is beautiful and the reasoning is amazing what an amazing way to do this!
ReplyDeleteThey have a galactic feel to them. Though this will not fit with a simple girl like me. Maybe for a party.
ReplyDeleteI do love the color purple and this polish is so pretty. The sparkles in it are so awesome.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness I absolutely love this shade. Purples are my favorite and I like the glitter that is slightly down played. MUST BUY!!
ReplyDeleteWhen she was in business I bought a lot of her polishes. They not only were beautiful like this one but the quality was excellent.
ReplyDeleteI was looking for a new nail polish and here it is! What a beautiful and eye catching colour! It's perfect not only for a special occasion, but also for work. :)
ReplyDeleteThe glitter in that nail color is perfect. It doesn't look bumpy either and I love that shade
ReplyDeleteThis is so very pretty!
ReplyDeleteI can see why you made an exception. That color is stunning. My Mom was a nail tech when I was growing up and I always had my nails done. I miss it!
ReplyDeleteWow, beautiful and attractive colors..The purple colored glittery nail polish simply looks so attractive and awesome...(World in Eyes)
ReplyDeleteThe color is gorgeous! I love how it glitters!
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I haven't painted my nails in weeks now. This is a beautiful color, love how vibrant this looks.
ReplyDeleteGirl, this shade is teuly adorable! I love the amazing glam and look sexy too.
ReplyDeleteThat is a very pretty nail color. I can't use nail polish much anymore unfortunately.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, love this color! Very glam.
ReplyDeleteOoh wow I really love this shade and the sparkle is amazing, would deffo try this
ReplyDeleteLaura x