Playing With Polish--Beach Towel Inspired

I know what you're thinking, a weekend post?!?!?! Yes my friends, a weekend post:)

Before heading out in my Caribbean adventure, I had a blast getting outfit ideas, browsing Pinterest, scavenging blogs, and shopping for my trip. I unearthed my summer attire and swimwear, got out my floppy hat and broke my sunglasses. All the while I was inspired by airy fabrics, bright colors, and days full of sun.

I channeled this inspiration by playing with polish. I guess you could say this is beach towel/bag/swimwear inspired. It's really just a bunch of patterns as fun skittles on the nails.

I used a base of Essie Mint Candy Apple and painted designs using Barielle Surf's Up. The glitter accent nail is a layer of Barielle Star Dust over Essie Mint Candy Apple. My favorite is definitely the glittery nail. I'll have to try this on its own. Without my playing with polish I would never have thought to combine these two.

Hope your day is fabulous!

Essie Mint Candy Apple

Today I'm sharing a polish that reminds me of springtime and summer. I know that this originally came out as part of a winter collection a few years back. Meet Essie Mint Candy Apple:

This bright pastel turquoise almost appears to be a neon shade in some lighting against my pale winter skin.

The Verdict:
I love this for spring and summer. I am so jealous of how awesome this shade looks on people who have deeper and warmer skin tones. Very beachy, very bright, and fabulously fun! Not too streaky or chalky. It gave me no application issues.