Rainbow Honey: The Summer of 199X

 Sent for Review

So back in those days when WoW was just introduced to the world, gamers were apparently getting their kick from SNES Earthbound. I had never tried it myself because I was still too young and probably rolling stupidly in the sand at a playground near my house.

Nonetheless, I was totally psyched up when Rainbow Honey announced its newest collection, Summer of 199X featuring 10 new colors inspired by Earthbound. Even though I could not identify the references to the game, there is no denying the beauty of these polishes. Rainbow Honey generously sent three polishes for me to share - just take a look:

Mint Flavor. 3 thin coats.

Part aqua, part baby blue, part shimmer, this was hands down the best window flavor. Because...you taste windows, right?

A soft aqua blue with subtle green shimmer. I especially love that flash of shimmer. Formula was a bit tricky (as with most pastels) but totally worth it. So delicate and pretty. Easily my favourite of the trio. ♥

Apple Kid. 2 coats.

This bright and rosy fuchsia creme won't build you any useful contraptions but it is filled with more shimmer than you can shake a Pencil Eraser at.

A brilliant hot pink with tiny pink flecks that shimmer and shine when they catch the light. Very flattering on the nails - definitely a head-turner.

I Miss You. 1 coat dabbed over Essence Hello Marshmallow.

I Miss You is a pastel rainbow of glitters and shimmer, these butterflies are sure to cure the homesick traveler.

A delicate pastel glitter mix filled with primarily baby blue and pink glitters and a generous sprinkle of tiny iridescent glitters and blue shimmer. The formula is a tad thicker than the other two colours but the glitters apply easily over the nail. I did have to prod at the larger glitters a little to place them where I want them to be.

And just because I can, I added a matte top coat over them for a daintier effect ♥

Yup, Rainbow Honey most definitely hit the ball out of the park with this collection! Apart from these trio, they also have other mind-blowing glitters and pretty shimmers - something for everyone!

So what do you think of these colours?
Which colours from the Summer of 199X caught your eye?

Rainbow Honey is available on their website. They do not ship internationally but international girls can also get their hands on RH pretties through their stockists. ^_^
You may also wish to follow Rainbow Honey on Facebook for more updates.




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12 Days of Round-Up: Best Indie Collection 2012

Oops I apologize for this incredibly late post today! I had been really busy with spring cleaning (where did 2012 go?!) and trying to swatch my collection on swatch sticks during my little "breaks" from all the housework.

Anyway, having looked at some of my favorite mainstream collections yesterday, let's take a look at some of the indie collections that caught my heart this year!

a-england The Legends

source: ommorphia

Gorgeous colors to go with a beautiful story. I have a weakness for myths and legends so I am already slightly biased towards this collection. Add some beautiful holos to the collection and *poof* instant favorite. Although there are many other polishes with stronger holo effect, I still have a soft-spot for a-england's holos because they are softer and look more elegant.

Cult Nails Behind Closed Doors

Source: Chalkboard News

Sexy naughty collection with incredibly rich colors = extremely hard to resist. Right up my alley!!
I tried to tell myself I don't need them but I don't know how long more I can hold out for. I already caved in and got Flushed. :$

HARE Polish Finder's Keepers

source: harepolish

Now, don't look at me like that! I am a HARE fan but I honestly did try my darndest to choose only two or three to buy. I stared at swatches for hours and.... ended up buying everything. I am such a fail. :b In my defense, the colors are all so unique and pretty! I honestly don't understand how Nikole manages to snag my heart again and again...

Rainbow Honey Yokai

Yup, I couldn't resist. Folklores and myths? Check. Beautiful colors? Check. Unique? Check. The formula wasn't the best but I think I can put up with it.

Rescue Beauty Lounge Fan Collection Spring 2012

source: scrangie

This is a collection that made me wish I were rich enough to buy them all. Incredibly gorgeous colors that are so unique. It certainly didn't help that I'm on a blue-green kick this year! The more I look at them, the more I want them. Unfortunately, most of these are no longer available for sale at RBL - I don't know whether to feel relieved (money saved!) or frustrated (because I didn't get them when they were available). :et

What are some of the indie collections that caught your heart this year?

xoxo,
mich

P.S. Don't forget to enter our year-end giveaway to win amazing polishes from both mainstream and indie brands! Ends 12 Jan 2013.

Rainbow Honey: 20% Cooler

Hi! I'm mich and I'm 23 years old and I love watching animated cartoons. :i Disney cartoons, Looney Tunes, Ninja Turtles... you name it, I've probably watched it some time in my lifetime. Although I have less time for them now, I still squeeze out some time to catch animated movies (Despicable Me, How to Train Your Dragon, etc) and some of the more popular animated TV series like... My Little Pony!

So, you can imagine how excited I was when I realized that Rainbow Honey has a collection based on MLP - The Equestria Collection. It promptly went on my to-buy list but I never got around to saving enough to buy them all (don't blame me, I'm still unemployed atm). But one day... one day, I will get them all! *pinkie promise* ;)

Meanwhile, I have one of my favorites from the collection to share with you:

20% Cooler. 1 coat over Zoya Kirsten.
A sheer blue polish loaded with electric blue shimmer and an explosion of rainbow glitters! :rainbow

"It needs to be about 20% cooler."

— Rainbow Dash in "Suited for Success"

Yup, this is based on none other than the coolest and most awesome pony in Equestria, Rainbow Dash! After watching all the MLP episodes, I must confess that Rainbow Dash is one of my favorite ponies from the show. She is just so much fun and never fails to have me in stitches!

20% cooler is simply perfect for Rainbow Dash. Not only does it have all the colors that's on Rainbow Dash, it is also a party in a bottle! And because it has a sheer base, you can layer it over any color and make it approximately 20% cooler. I chose to layer it over blue this time because that's Rainbow Dash's color but really, you can layer it over anything to add a dash of fun to your manicure!

Just look at that shimmer! :o

And, you know me, every time I see a multi-colored glitter, I just have to matte it:

Ohhh yea! <3

Application is surprisingly easy for a glitter bomb like this. The formula is smooth and the glitters needed no fishing (from the bottle) or dabbing (on the nail). Although I really love the mini bottle (7ml), I have to admit that the brush is a little short and I fear the bottle cap would ruin my nails if I weren't careful. It never did of course so I may have worried too much.

All in all, I must say that Rainbow Honey is really another upcoming brand to look out for. Apart from the polishes, I also love their packaging and the inspirations behind their collections (my most recent obsession being their Yokai Collection). So, wish me luck saving up for more RHs! :P

You can check out more Rainbow Honey-s on their website. You can also get your hands on Rainbow Honey polishes from our local stockist, Mei Mei Signatures, or Shoppe Eclectico (on clearance).

xoxo,
mich

**Product was provided for our honest review. Please see our disclosure policy for more information.**