UPDATE: Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet — A Polish Trio Tribute

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Oh, this is too funny... So you know how I was talking about Chanel's lackluster new collection yesterday?

And how I said it would have made a lot more sense if this collection — designed to play a supporting role for "Rouge Allure Velvet," Chanel's new matte lipstick — were matte, too?

The big disconnect for me is that this trio was released to "perfectly complement" Chanel's new line of Rouge Allure Velvet lipsticks, a matte twist on their popular Rouge Allure formula. So, it begs the question... why aren't these polishes matte, too?? That would have made such basic shades a lot more exciting, amirite?

Well well well. IMA GENIUS. Look what was in my inbox JUST THIS VERY MORNING! Check this out:

Not all matte top coats are created equal. Word on the street is that Essie's "Matte About You" is the best mattifying option this side of The Pond. I wonder how Chanel's new addition, "Beauté des Ongles" (French for "beautiful nails") compares? I'm considering just not even trying it, because what if I fall in love? It's Limited Edition!

Oh, Chanel. Up to your old tricks, I see.

Hahahaitfeelssogoodtoberightsometimeshahaha, GLOSS

Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet — A Polish Trio Tribute

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When I saw an email from Chanel in my inbox with the words "new" and "nail" in the subject line, I got pretty excited. It was but mere weeks ago that we were blessed with Chanel Graphite, Chanel Peridot, and Chanel Quartz. Could it really be? New "colours" already?? Meh. Not in my opinion.

None of these caught my eye. Then again, my taste for nail polish these days is much wilder than it used to be. If you prefer the classic palette, then one or two of these may be on your wish list. If a sugar plum fairy gifted me with a bottle of Rose Exubérant, I would graciously accept. :)

The big disconnect for me is that this trio was released to "perfectly complement" Chanel's new line of Rouge Allure Velvet lipsticks, a matte twist on their popular Rouge Allure formula. So, it begs the question... why aren't these polishes matte, too?? That would have made such basic shades a lot more exciting, amirite? This trio just screams... Valentine's Day to me. :/

Stay Shiny, GLOSS