Hi Ladies! I hope you are all well. How cold has it been all week? I am actually freezing and have resorted to sticking the heating on for the first time in months, NOOO! It even started snowing here in Newcastle last night, not impressed. Anyway, other than the temperatures getting hideously low I'm having a super duper week. On Monday I got a lovely phone call informing me that I've landed myself a job, yey! I'm going to be working at a company in Newcastle doing Research and Marketing and so far its going really well. I've only done three days so far but the people are all really friendly and it's a nice laid back work environment which is always a bonus. I'm feeling so relieved to have a job again as since I got back from Australia last month my days have been spent sending application after application to various companies and I have been nothing but stressed about my lack of money and finding a job. It was an awful feeling when I received those 'sorry you have been unsuccessful' emails but now I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders and I can finally get back into the swing of things. I'm already looking forward to treating myself when pay day comes around and I'm sure there will be more 'hauls' coming your way in the near future.
So now your updated with my life (you probably don't even care ha), I will get back to the main focus of this blog post.
I thought I would share with you my top nail polishes for the Autumn and Winter months as I always tend to go for certain shades when the cold weather arrives. In Summer I was all about the brights and neons but I find metallics and darker shades are more appropriate for the winter months. Does anyone else find they change their makeup/nails to fit with the seasons? Maybe its just me but it's always a good excuse to go and buy some new makeup and nail polishes I say ;). I've picked my top five 'wintery' shades that I tend to reach for the most and want to share with you why I love them so much, yey!
H&M - Wawawoon
I bought this nail polish whilst browsing in H&M last winter and at this point I didn't even realise they sold nail polishes. After having a browse I decided to pick one up as they were very reasonably priced at only £1.99 each. I opted for the shade 'Wawawoom' as I'm a sucker for anything gold and metallic. Metallics are always a big trend at this time of the year and I have to say, I love them. Theres nothing nicer than super shiny metallic nails. If you want to try a couple without breaking the bank, get yourselves down to H&M to try these beauties.
Rimmel Pro - Desire
This nail polish is beautiful, that's the only way I can describe it. The shade is a lovely mix of berry red and purple and this is one I reach for a LOT in winter. As well as loving the high shine finish, the brush is absolutely amazing. I'm not usually one to get excited over nail polish brushes but this one is really thick and with only two swipes of my nails I have perfect even coverage. I don't see this particular range of polishes featured on many blogs but I urge you all to give them a go as the quality and application is second to none.
Barry M - Grey
Good old Barry M, who doesn't love their nail polishes? I have a LOT of these nail polishes but 'Grey' is one I only tend to wear when A/W comes around. Although the name is slightly dull and boring, the polish itself is really lovely. Theres something about the colour grey that I associate with the cold weather so this nail polish is perfect for this time of the year.
Topshop - Grunge
As I'm sure you're all aware by now, I love Topshop nail polishes. My collection of them is growing by the minute as the application and colour range is fabulous. I particularly love this one I picked up last winter from a limited edition range as the shade is really unique. Its another metallic polish with hints of green and gold that changes colour when it hits the light. Multi-tone and metallic? Winner.
Barry M - Mushroom
Okay so this has to be up there with my ultimate nail polishes. Barry M 'Mushroom' is the most perfect nude nail polish I have ever come across. Not only does it look amazing all year round but it makes me feel very classy and ladylike every time I wear it. I love it so much in fact that I dedicated a blog post to it here and have included it in my 2000 followers giveaway here. If you don't have this polish in your collection, go get it, NOW!
So there we have it guys, my top nail polish picks for the Autumn and Winter months. As you can see none of them are really expensive with most of them being less than £5.00. I don't really own many high-end nail polishes as there are so many nice ones of the high-street.
I hope you are all having a fabulous weekend and enjoy your Saturday night.
I hope you are all having a fabulous weekend and enjoy your Saturday night.
What are your favourite shades to wear this time of year?
Lots of Love,
Desire looks like such a gorgeous colour, might have to pick this up! xx
ReplyDeleteBarry M Mushroom must be my favorite nail polish ever, and I love Grey very much too! Too bad Barry M is not available in Canada - yet! Congrats on the job hun, I'm looking for one myself and I've been unsuccessful so far ):
ReplyDeleteWell done on your new job!! I love these colours, especially the barry m grey xx
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Congratulations once again on the job Kayleigh, super happy for you! These are all stunning shades, I really like the look of the Topshop one xx
ReplyDeleteTopshop grunge is such a nice autumn colour. xxx
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Why have I never seen that Topshop colour!? It's gorgeous! Thanks for showing me some colours I would never normally go for, I now want them all...Xxx
ReplyDeleteCongrats , i loveee mushroom toned nail polishes!!! x
ReplyDeleteooh that topshop colour is gorgeous! definitely time for another nail varnish shopping trip..
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I'm in love with the Topshop colour... and why have I never tried H & M polishes? I really should. Congratulations on the new job x
ReplyDeletei love how you've presented this post! and i agree, those colours are gonna be perfect for autumn winter - the darker shades!
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Well done on getting a job, always good to see anyone making the effort :)
ReplyDeleteI hope it goes really well for you and those extra pennies will be worth it in time for xmas.
I'm the same as you by the way with make up in Autumn and winter especially with my nail polishes, I love the Berry shade, the pro polishes are fab I love them, and I love the Barry M mushroom shade, i completely agree, nude shades are perfect all year round, I tend to go for that shade when I'm not sure what colour to go with :)
Love all the shades you've picked, i must try the H&M polshes myself hehe!
You have a lovely weekend too.
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oh you just reminded me I have that Barry M Grey one! I hardly wear it, but I forgot how nice it looks on! Love your other choices too :) xx
ReplyDeleteI wore something like Rimmel Desire recently. They're all lovely shades! xx
ReplyDeletethe Rimmel one is my fav!! xoxo
ReplyDeleteThat's brilliant news about the job, massive congrats! I change my nail colours too when the season changes, even if the British summer is dull and dreary I still can't wear dark shades haha. I love Mushroom, need to replace it though mine went all watery :( xxx
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ReplyDeleteGreat blog, I've been after a grey nail varnish for ages, the Barry M one seems fab. Might give it a go myself.
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Congratulations on the job!
ReplyDeleteI just finished painting my nails in Barry M Grey earlier... Spooky!
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rimmel desire is beautiful ! xx
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oooh mushroom looks amazing! And congrats on the new job!
ReplyDeleteEeep its been snowing here in Nottingham too - only a light dusting but its soo cold out! Oh bless you, im soo happy you got yourself a job lovely :) I know how disheartening it can be - and it sounds like you landed yourself a good'un there! Right up your street :)
ReplyDeleteI NEED topshop Grunge in my life! How beautiful!?
I've bought a load of fake nails that don't fit my fingers - youve just given me an idea of how to use them up in future posts !!
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so nice to hear that you've got the job Kayleigh ;) I can't think of another girl worthy of such blessing :) Love the nail polishes especially Barry M mushroom. Will prolly pick it up the next time i find myself lost in Boots. As you do ;)
ReplyDeleteI have these barry M polishes, i will defiantly try them for this winter and the desire by rimmel looks gorgeous!
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Congrats on your job! I wear barry m grey a lot in autumn too :) x
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the new job, hope that all works out for you :)The Topshop Grunge polish looks ace, I love their nail colours! I love the way you have shown the polishes, really good way of doing it :) such a good blog, always enjoy reading your posts!
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Love the Mushroom and Grey from Barry M!
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I have Barry M 'mushroom.' I love it!
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Great picks! Check out mine too!xx
ReplyDeleteI love the rimmel and H&M one :D nice picks
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Ahh that desire looks such a nice colour! I already congratulated you on twitter but BIG congratulations with your new job - biggest relief ever isn't it, and payday feels SO good! xxx
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love all those colours! really need to get my hands on a nice grey. I'm loving wearing dark berry reds on my nails just now to match my lips :) xxx
ReplyDeleteI love those colours...I might have to make a trip to town on Monday..
ReplyDeleteI like all...:_)
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that h&m looks so beautiful! want want want!
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That Topshop nail polish is gorgeous, so great for christmas!!
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These colors are so pretty. They are each perfect for Fall. My favorite is the one from Rimmel. It goes along with the oxblood trend.
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Out of all the top 5 blog posts I've seen, this is by far my favourite. I love every single colour you chose, great taste! haha xx
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Congrats on the job lovely. :) I think the Rimmel Pro Desire polish is my favourite, perfect for this time of year. :)
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Congratulation on the job offer!!!!! You have such a lovely blog, would you like to follow each other on bloglovin and gfc?
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Ohh my god, congrats lovely I'm so happy for you! Well done :)
ReplyDeleteLove your nail polish choices by the way. The Rimmel one is my favourite, hope I can get my hands on this one. The Topshop one looks amazing as well! You're not the only one to change makeup and nails when the days get colder ha, such a good excuse to stock up on darker, shimmery colours xx
congratulations with the new job! thats ace :D i looove the look of all these polishes...i agree, the start of winter is definitely a good excuse to go out and buy them all ;) xxx
ReplyDeletepretty wintery colours xx
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Congratulations on the new job, fantastic news! :D
ReplyDeleteI love the look of the Rimmel polish, so vampy. I've never actually tried H&M nail varnishes before but I might give them a whirl! Such a pretty colour!
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Hey, your blog is lovely!
ReplyDeleteAnd I do the exact same thing: certain colours always spell out seasons for me.
I love the nail varnishes (I have one or two of them myself :* )
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After reading this I feel like going to buy all the products, those colours are beautiful and so perfect for this time of year... Specially the Rimmel one, so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI always go for these shades in the autumn winter too. They always look good with a nice glitter accent nail! :-) xx
ReplyDeleteBarry M grey looks so nice, I love grey on my nails during winter. xo
ReplyDeleteBarry M grey is one of my favourites. The H&M polish is such a pretty colour. Nice pot
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Barry M Mushroom is a firm fave of mine, I love it! Great post doll xxx
ReplyDeleteLOVE the rimmel red, what a beautiful shade! x
ReplyDeleteAhh I've never heard or seen Barry M Mushroom around! I will have to look out for it tomorrow, such a gorgeous colour!
ReplyDeleteThese look all very pretty! It started snowing in my country too today. We now have a proper winter with 1 meter of snow. It feels like it's Christmas already! :D
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Mushroom Barry M is my all time favourite! It goes with EVERYTHING
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love barry m grey
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I'm in love with every single one of these colours! :)
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I didnt know H&M did nail polishes either, I really like the look of wawawoom!
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Gorgeous colours for autumn, especially love the Barry M grey. Congrats on getting the job too :) x
ReplyDeleteLove the Barry M colors! I need a good grey, I am so picky about them! Glad i saw this one! Thanks for sharing!
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Love the Rimmel one it's really gorgeous :) xx
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Love all of these colours! Perfect winter shades.. Your blog is incredible too, good job!
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The Topshop polish is gorgeous :)
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