Etsy Spotlight: ReliqMinerals (Swatches + Photos)

It's that time again! Etsy shopping! I know, I really need to venture out into the world outside of Etsy, but for now it is satisfying my craving. Lol.


Anywho, here is what I received:

And now for some swatches!

Tranquil, Cadmium

Mint, Peacock, Aztec Blue

Ivory, Nudist, Wheat, Khaki, Wine-Oh

In all, I like these. I wish the Mint color were a little more "minty," but the matte shades have amazing color payoff. Shipping was very fast, which I love. I would definitely order from this company again in the future.

What do you think of ReliqMinerals?

Julep Maven Septemer 2012 Trina Turk ENTIRE COLLECTION photos

I made a decision right before Hurricane Isaac struck us here in New Orleans to go ahead and order the entire collection of Julep's Trina Turk-inspired collection. Extra money I did not have, but I couldn't resist when I saw all of the absolutely gorgeous nail polishes that were available to each maven "type." Besides, it was *only* an extra $30. :)

Boy, was I glad I made that decision. I really love Julep's cream polishes, and all but one of the ten were cream. Anther deciding factor for me. I haven't opened any of these yet, and I even resisted the urge to open the box until I got home.

Here's what I received today:

 Eileen, Hoch, Annie, Alma, Gunta, Sophie, Popova, Brandt, Delaunay, Otte

The ones that stood out for me were Alma, Sophie and Otte. I have no other collors like these, and I have never seen shades like these with any nail polish brands.

Otte, Sophie, Alma

This month, Julep also unveiled their mascaras! I have yet to try these, but I am super excited because I really loved their lip gloss in Camellia. So yay! Plus, I don't have any brown mascaras.

I just love Julep's packaging too!

What an amazing deal for $49.99, I think. I am super happy this month, as I always am. I have almost 30 polishes from Julep now, and my collection is ever growing!

If you're interested in signing up to be a Julep Maven, here is my referral link: Click here!

I can't wait until next month! :)