Wednesday, 10 April 2013

Nail of the Day: Illamasqua Imperfection Speckled Nail Varnish in Scarce

Happy Hump Day, ladies and gents! I've recently made a resolution to be better about painting my nails. So many lovely polishes in my collection, I need to use them more often! In line with this, I decided to don my nails with an absolutely perfect shade for spring, Illamasqua Speckled Nail Varnish in Scarce. 

Illamasqua Speckled Nail Varnish in Scarce
Part of the Illamasqua's Imperfection spring collection, Scarce is one of several brand new polishes that features freckle-like, irregularly dispersed glitter throughout the base shade. I was drawn to Scarce because I thought the pale candy pink and jewel-like blue tones were super feminine, with a bit of an edge. To me, it creates the perfect robin's egg look, which is so fitting for this time of year!

Illamasqua Speckled Nail Varnish in Scarce

When I first showed this polish off to my boyfriend, he exclaimed "whoa, that's just like the outside of a jawbreaker candy!" I'm usually quick to laugh off his impressions of my makeup finds (because really, guys' opinions of makeup are typically adorable, hilarious, and a bit off-base), but this impression was pretty spot-on! So whether you see robin's egg or jaw breaker, this polish is totally mesmerizing! 


As for the formula, I am totally wowed so far. I've now been wearing the polish for 3 full days and there are zero chips! An incredibly impressive feat, given that I spent much of the weekend passing presents and opening cards at my sister's bridal shower! Plus, three days later there is still a nice shiny finish to the polish and none of the glitter has fallen out. Couldn't be happier!

 Here are a few more photos:





What are your thoughts of this shade? Something you'd wear?  Have you tried any of the Speckled Nail Varnishes from the Imperfection collection?

 Cheers! xo
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62 comments:

  1. Stacey10 April 2013 at 11:56

    Pretty nails~
    I would love to try out these polishes but I can't justify the price!

    http://parodiesoffashion.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:47

      Thanks! Yes, the price is definitely off-putting, but the formula is fantastic :)

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  2. Cassia10 April 2013 at 12:19

    I like the green and blue shades better I think ;)

    K.
    xx

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:48

      Yeah, the green and blue versions are super pretty! :)

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  3. Unknown10 April 2013 at 12:20

    Such a beautiful polish! Great post!

    caperepulchra.blogspot.com xo

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  4. Rebeka10 April 2013 at 12:20

    Looks like a beautiful nail polish :))

    www.rebekasbeautyworld.blogspot.com

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:48

      Thanks, Rebeka! I've been loving it :)

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  5. Lisa @ Adventures of a Dream Catcher10 April 2013 at 12:37

    Wow, glad to hear about it not chipping. I have been interested in these polishes, and would probably go for the pink as well. The blue reminds me too much of a bird's egg, and for some reason that really grosses me out! haha

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:49

      Haha, I actually like the birds' egg look, but the pink tone in Scarce won me over! Thanks for stopping by, Lisa :)

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  6. Gita10 April 2013 at 13:44

    Ooooh my god, I really want this one - exactly in this shade :)! Those products are awesome, love that brand.
    Great review, girl!

    xx
    http://gita-oddsandends.blogspot.com/

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:49

      Yes, this is definitely worth the splurge! Glad you're loving the shade and that you found the review helpful :)

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  7. Living_in_aShoe10 April 2013 at 14:02

    this is such a beautiful nail polish!

    btw, I have a great giveaway on my blog, you can win 50 $ to spend on jewellery. Check it out here: http://livinginash0e.blogspot.ro/2013/04/haute1-jewelery-giveaway-international.html

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:50

      Thanks! Will check out your giveaway soon :)

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  8. Lauren10 April 2013 at 14:21

    That is so cool!! It looks like it would be a fun polish for Easter xo

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:50

      Yes, definitely the perfect Easter polish! Thanks for dropping by, Lauren :)

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  9. Sarah10 April 2013 at 15:45

    Ahhh I want one of the speckled nail varnishes so bad that shade looks really lovely :)

    xxx

    http://sarahslittlegems.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:51

      Yes, was so glad when I spotted them at Sephora! The formula is great and the shades are so unique :)

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  10. Unknown10 April 2013 at 15:48

    So pretty!I love it:3
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  11. Unknown10 April 2013 at 17:42

    amazing!!!!!

    Baci Baci

    http://couturetrend.blogspot.it/

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  12. Bow Tied Beauty10 April 2013 at 18:20

    Love the effect and the colour is lovely :) x

    www.bowtiedbeauty.blogspot.com

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:51

      Yes, I'm so loving it! Thanks for stopping by :)

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  13. Christine10 April 2013 at 18:30

    Ahhh, so amazing! I really want to try these but am afraid of the price.

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:52

      Isn't it lovely?! But yeah, the price definitely scared me too (about $20 with tax, eek)! I just discovered some Hard Candy polishes that are quite similar. Gonna test them out soon to see if they're comparable :)

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    2. Christine12 April 2013 at 09:16

      I went to the Eaton Centre yesterday and these are already sold out! I did pick up a hot pink by Illamasqua instead though haha.

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    3. Jen2712 April 2013 at 10:15

      Haha, I was at the Eaton's Sephora yesterday too (VIB sale!) and noticed they were all gone. Hope they re-stock soon! And hope you like the polish you picked up- love hot pinks! xo

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  14. Isa10 April 2013 at 18:41

    I think this polish is really cool! I like that it's kind of a double-polish :P

    http://lasaloperie.blogspot.com

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    1. Jen2710 April 2013 at 18:52

      Yes, definitely like two polishes in one! Thanks for stopping by, Isa! xo

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  15. Kimberly10 April 2013 at 20:18

    I'm loving this nailpolish because it reminds me of cupcakes -- and I loveee cupcakes. ;}. Thanks for sharing it with us. I don't own any lacquer by this brand so I'll definitely look into it!

    XO | KIMBERLYLUXE

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    1. Jen2711 April 2013 at 13:04

      Ooh, now it's reminding me of cupcakes! Mmmm... :) Yeah, the Illamasqua varnishes are definitely worth checking out :)

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  16. ellalogy11 April 2013 at 02:26

    This looks like such a fun polish! The jawbreaker analogy really is astute ;) I'd love to try this sometime!

    Ellie | Ellalogy 

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    1. Jen2711 April 2013 at 13:05

      Yeah, the bf was quite astute on the jawbreaker comment! I'm really loving both the shade and formula of this- definitely worth checking out :)

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  17. RosyChicc11 April 2013 at 04:13

    Ah I keep seeing this lovely nail polish everywhere and obviously I need to get it haha! The shade is so beautiful and I am glad you liked the formula! :))

    XO,
    http://www.rosychicc.com

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    1. Jen2711 April 2013 at 13:05

      Yeah, it's definitely worth checking out! Was so excited when I spotted it at Sephora. Thanks for stopping by :)

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  18. Unknown11 April 2013 at 06:47

    This trend is so cute I'm loving it! For some reason it reminds me of easter mini eggs . Gonna have to buy this!

    www.itsflashyfash.blogspot.com

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    1. Jen2711 April 2013 at 13:06

      Yes, it definitely looks like a Cadbury egg! You should check it out for sure :)

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  19. Izzy11 April 2013 at 08:13

    I saw these on another blog and I love the fact that they're perfect for people like me who are useless when it comes to nail art and want something a bit different. Love this shade.

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    1. Jen2711 April 2013 at 13:07

      Yes, my thoughts exactly! I've never had the patience for nail art, so this is a perfect compromise! Glad you like the shade! xo

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  20. A Daly Edit11 April 2013 at 08:37

    I wan't bothered with these when they first came out but this looks great!

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    1. Jen2711 April 2013 at 13:07

      Yeah, I'm really happy that I picked this up! The shade and formula are both great :)

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  21. lou11 April 2013 at 09:25

    I keep see versions of this popping up all over and I love it!this is probably my favourite shade that I've seen so far :) great post cx

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    1. Jen2711 April 2013 at 13:08

      Ah, so glad you enjoyed the post and like the shade! It's definitely worth checking out :)

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  22. gigi11 April 2013 at 12:36

    have been seeing these everywhere I want one so badly! can I get it in the U.S.? looks amazing on your nails! xx. gigi. food and beauty blogger @ www.gigikitchen.blogspot.com

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    1. Jen2711 April 2013 at 13:08

      Aww, thanks so much! Yes, should be available at all Sephoras in the U.S. :)

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  23. Fabrizia Spinelli11 April 2013 at 12:50

    This nail polish is really original!
    Come back soon to visit me on Cosa Mi Metto???
    Win your favorite garment from Lashes of London!!

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    1. Jen2711 April 2013 at 13:09

      Yes, it's super unique! Thanks for stopping by, Fabrizia! xo

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  24. Sandra11 April 2013 at 19:08

    You always have the coolest makeup products ever!!

    xx, Sandra @ Blasfemmes

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    1. Jen2712 April 2013 at 10:15

      Aww, thanks so much, Sandra! Glad you're liking this one :)

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  25. Zandra May11 April 2013 at 20:58

    I am desperate to try these! They look amazing, I especially love this shade Xx

    http://aztecdoll.blogspot.co.uk/

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    1. Jen2712 April 2013 at 10:22

      I was so happy to spot this shade in-store. I've been loving it. Thanks for stopping by, Zandra! :)

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  26. Anonymous11 April 2013 at 21:37

    Such a pretty nail polish! :)

    Caryl x
    http://www.mscaryl.com/

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  27. Peet12 April 2013 at 02:04

    I was looking at the photos, loving the polish and thinking: "What does this remind me of???" Robin's egg, of course!! Gorgeous polish, would love to have it in my collection too.:)

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    1. Jen2712 April 2013 at 10:23

      Yes, totally robin's egg! It's one of my new favourite polishes- glad you're liking it too :)

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  28. Unknown12 April 2013 at 17:48

    I just love the look of this, and I really want to try some Illamasqua products
    Looks lovely!

    Emily x - prettypleaseprettyplease.blogspot.com

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    1. Jen2713 April 2013 at 16:35

      Thanks, Emily! Illamasqua is really worth checking out! xo

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  29. Unknown12 April 2013 at 19:39

    Love this nail polish!

    Pia
    pjmscloset.blogspot.ca

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  30. Unknown14 April 2013 at 18:31

    LOVE..

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All of your lovely comments make my day! Thanks for taking the time to share your musings, ideas, and opinions. Feel free to leave a link to your blog- I'd be happy to check it out :)