Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Hello, 2014: Shirley Ann Nail Lacquer When the Ball Drops

Hey everybody!  Well, this is it...the Grand Finale of 2013.  My head still thinks it's June or something.  My year went by so quickly...I *hear* that happens as you get older. :P  I have the perfect polish for ringing in the new year: When the Ball Drops by fabulous indie brand Shirley Ann Nail Lacquer.


Mmmmmm...just look at that deliciousness!  Blue, pink, and gold holo glitter as far as the eye can see!  It's fantastic!  This stuff practically screams "Dick Clark"! :D  Oh, okay...not Dick Clark...how about party food and streamers??


See all the photographic mess surrounding the glitters?  My camera, which is usually so well-behaved, was losing its composure whilst trying to capture this sparkly work of art.  I layered When the Ball Drops over black to showcase all the colors clearly (I use the word "clearly" loosely).  For those of you who like your glitter on its own, When the Ball Drops is full coverage in 2 coats.


I really am rather embarrassed at the smudgy glitter shots.  I tried and tried, but this crazy glitter burst forth into reflective madness every time! :D  I couldn't even get a proper bottle shot.  Seriously.

Baby, you're a firework.

Don't you love a super-sparkly glitter polish for a fun occasion?  Shirley Ann Nail Lacquers can be purchased on Etsy.  And AHHHH...if you hurry...and by "hurry", I mean get over there right NOW, Cherish is having a 25% off sale (on top of her already crazy low prices) until tomorrow, 1/1/14.  Use code BEMERRY25 and be prepared to fall in love with some gorgeous stuff! 

And now the time has come to reflect on the year that was 2013...quite honestly, it's been one of my more challenging ones.  But there is a promise from God that is perfect to remember at the beginning of a new year..."Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails." Proverbs 19:21

Thanks for reading in 2013, and have a lovely and safe New Year's Eve! <3




13 comments:

  1. Great color for the occasion! Happy New Year!

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    1. Happy New Year to you, Lisa! :) I hope it's a wonderful one and that school goes GREAT for you. ;)

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  2. It's seriously pretty, I can totally relate with the camera frustrations! You did good, I am in love with this polish, it's very festive and fun. I wish you the best for 2014 and hope it goes by smooth and full of smiles for you, I always finish your reading your posts with a big smile, you are awesome and have great taste my friend! Happy 2014 to you Melissa!!

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    1. Ahhh, thank you dear Yadi! <3 What a lovely thing to say. And hmmmm, now that I look at this, it *totally* looks like you!! Happy New Year to you! :)

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  3. wow, these are soo glittery! happy new year!

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  4. What a perfect polish exit to 2013! I've become frustrated with my camera many a time with these ultra sparkly numbers-- focus, FOCUS FOR THE LOVE OF PETE!! Anyhoo, your shots look gorgie, happy new year, and I'm stoked to begin another year blogging with you, my friend <3

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    1. Awww, what a lovely thing to say, and right back at ya! <3 Wow, I haven't had this much trouble with a glitter in a long time, which is so frustrating because I certainly want to do it justice. Just take my word for it that it's gorgeous! :)

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  5. Bye Bye 2013, welcome 2014! When walking over some rough patches last year, I found consolation in a saying a British IG friend posted "the comfort Zone is a beautiful place, but nothing ever grows there". One thing I hope will grow even more is our wonderful Blogger friendship! So, done with mushy statements: my camera goes bonkers over so much sparkiliciousness too. I love your Choice of glitter and I also like them worn over black best! xxx

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    1. Awww, I like your mushy statements my friend. <3 My wonderful blogging friendships were an absolute high point for me in 2013. And goodness knows I can't wait to see more tempting treasures for you and your diabolical blog!!! :P

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  6. Wow, now that polish is blingy! Perfect for New Years Eve partying....none of which I did - I was in bed by 9:30. LOL

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    1. I can top that...I was in bed at 8:30! Even this fantastic bling couldn't wake me up. :P

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    2. LOL...we are so cool, aren't we?

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