My Top Ten \ Number Six: Essie — Haute As Hello

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Essie Haute As Hello, you devil, you. What a haute tamale!

I bought her because I'd never seen peachy coral as "look at me!" bright as this. What I couldn't guess was that she'd tiptoe into straight-up neon territory.

Haute As Hello is a little tricksy. I describe the formula as devilish — you need a steady, light hand to make sure Haute As Hello doesn't end up streaky. It dries semi-matte, too, just like a true neon does. And like a chameleon, Haute As Hello changes colors in an instant, going from creamy coral to fluorescent peach without warning. One second she's coy and kittenish, the next she's untamed and on the prowl.

In fact, the color varies so much (depending on the lighting) that I've got to share some other blogger's photos. Click the images to go to the blogs and explore photos of the shapeshifting shade, Haute As Hello.

And I'm not the only one loving this color! Check out these awesome finds that are just so Haute As Hello! Click any photo to explore the item on its native site.

My advice? Take a walk on the wild side and give Haute As Hello a whirl even though it's officially autumn. I think this shade looks smashing with golden caramels and rich browns, and even adds an unexpected pop to denim and olive greens. Who says peach can't be all year 'round color?

Another bright idea — a neon peach pedicure for November, so that when the chill winds blow and the days grow shorter, one look at your toes will call to mind warm breezes and carefree afternoons. Treat your feet to an endless summer.

wellaren'tyouapeach, Francesca

P.S. Missed the first few? No prob.

Spotted: Stiletto Done Right

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There I was, battling the masses at Target. I was on the defensive. My mission was to get in, get out and OH why hello there... Distraction! Gold glitter! Peachy orange! A stiletto nail!

I spotted Kia, who was sporting a wearable version on the on-trend stiletto nail. Note how her nails taper to a subtle point but avoid looking like sharp daggers. She also chose a girly, friendly peach instead of a dark vamp or blood red shade. It keeps the mood light and playful instead of dark and deadly.

Nice work, Kia! (And nice to meet ya.) ;)

xxo, Francesca

P.S.

Nubar — Orange Cream

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Polishment posted on Chanel's new shades for Spring 2012 back in January. Since then, I've noticed that readers find Polishment on a regular basis thanks to googling Chanel June. Seems like everyone finds it to be as peachy keen as I do!

If only we could all have Chanel June in our Stashes! It's a pretty one, but it's not a color I'd wear often enough to justify the $26 price tag.

I saw a Nubar color recently that was reminiscent of June enough to give it a whirl. May I present Nubar Orange Cream!

And for comparison, some shots of Chanel June...

They are far from dupes, that's for sure! Nubar Orange Cream is, as you'd probably guess, a cream formula, whereas Chanel June appears to be slightly sheer. Orange Cream is much brighter than I'd anticipated and has very yellow undertones; June, on the other hand, is pinky-peachy.

If you're in the mood for a wild peach, may I suggest Essie Haute As Hello. It's one of my all-time favorite shades! I haven't taken my own pictures of it, but will probably slap some on this summer and share with y'all. In the meantime, here are some great swatches from a blog called Short 'n Chic.

xxo, GLOSS

Chanel Spring Nail Colour — Harmonie de Printemps Collection

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I admit, it seems crazy to start thinking about Spring 2012 already. Then again, it's gorgeously sunny here in LA — has been for some time now! Read it and weep, out-of-staters:

And so, get in a sunny state of mind and check out these shades:

I kid, I kid. I mean these shades.

I think all three polishes look so feminine and sweet, but there's one in particular that I'm dreaming of. Can you guess which it is?

JUNE. Lovely!! I can't wait to see it in person. I'd definitely give this a whirl!

Stay Shiny, GLOSS