nails of the day: OPI

I've always liked OPI polishes (particularly the names) but I do tend to overlook them in favour of models own or illamasqua. I'm not sure why, mainly habit I think? the formula of their polishes is really good so I'm determined to invest in a few more and rectify the situation! 
today I'm wearing elephantastic pink an OPI polish that was sent to me by fragrance direct, it's a gorgeous colour and the formula is a beauty. I hesitate to describe it as 'salmon' pink ....but it's the word that springs to mind so I guess I will!

I wouldn't normally be so eager to share a simple swatch post with you but I'm quite astounded by the prices on their website, they have dozens and dozens of OPI polishes available and they're only £3.99, did anybody else know this...??

they also sell essie polishes for £1.99 
seriously £1.99 
I feel a bit robbed thinking of all the ones I've brought in boots at full price! although they don't have many essie colours available at the minute so your choice is limited.

I have to say I'm deeeelighted (but slightly concerned for my debit card) that I can get hold of OPI at such a bargain price. apologies for those of you not so interested in nail polish but this has been a little revelation for me aha!

I'll be back tomorrow with a super cute DIY project (hope you like it!)

caroline x


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  1. That's such a gorgeous bright summery colour!
    LaraLouise 
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    1. it's really pretty isn't it! thanks lady :) xx

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  2. I love Fragrance Direct, I don't think I'll ever be able to pay full price for an essie nail polish again! This colour is gorgeous as well !

    Erin x
    http://rosiegoestoholllywood.blogspot.ie/

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    1. it's killed me that I only just found out! BARGAIN haha! x

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  3. Wow that cheap! I'm on it!
    Sophie
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    1. haha girl I like your style... me too! :) x

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  4. Love the colour, it is such a gorgeous pink! xxx

    Maddy from UNSTITCHEDD 

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    1. I don't have anything like it.. it's a beauty! :) x

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  5. I LOVE fragrance direct, currently waiting for some OPI and Essie nail varnishes to arrive from them! x

    Alavish.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. ooooooh enjoy them! won't be long before there's some coming my way too ;) x

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  6. Your nails are so long and pretty! :)

    http://jemaroons.blogspot.com

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    1. ah thank you fellow frilly sock fan! I broke one recently so they're a bit weak- I swear by OPI nail envy to help them grow though!! :) x

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  7. I just bought some nail varnishes and lipsticks from Fragrance Direct after reading this! Couldn't say no to £1.99 Essie nail varnishes so I got Off The Shoulder and Bikini So Teeny! And I got a Rimmel Kate Moss lipstick! Can't wait for it to arrive! x

    www.olivialikesfashion.com

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    1. haha YES! don't blame you I nearly passed out when I found out :) x

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  8. I was going to suggest Fragrance Direct to you before I got down to the end of your post :P This colour is gorgeous, love it!

    Never tried OPI nail colours, only their envy and rapid dry coat which I thought were quite nice.
    Amy xx
    A Little Boat Sailing

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    1. you'd like them amy- good quality and lovely colour choices (at £4 they easily beat the others in that price range!) xx

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  9. Beautiful colour! I'm currently wearing OPI's Louvre Me, Louvre Me Not and in love with the euro centrale collection! Xxx

    shotofbeautyblog.blogspot.co.uk

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  10. Very summery colour, love it.

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  11. Ouhh, that is totally fabulous!

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  12. this is such a beautiful colour! glad to hear it's a good formula too! x

    http://thebeautyvisual.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. it is- really good in my opinion anyway! and for £4 it's easily beats the others you'd get for that price! :) x

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  13. It kinda looks like OPI's Strawberry Margarita (which is the only OPI nail polish I own) Pretty!

    And how can that site be so cheap?

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