Orly - Foil FX comes to Australia

I know this collection will be old news for my Northern Hemisphere lovelies, but it's just been released here in Australia. So I figured I would give it another try for those Aussies considering buying it.

In short, a glorious collection with one clear and utterly unique standout.  This collection may be coming later to Australia but it's perfect timing as we lead up to Christmas parties.

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LA Colors - Live + plus possibly the most amazing dupe ever

Diffused Light

Be still little heart

LA Colors' Live is $2 (yes just $2) and is utterly blinging.  This is a genuine one-coater too, although I did two just because of my obsession with symmetry.  The formula is easy to work BUT it dries to a rough finish so you will need some Seche Vite or Poshe.

Now, I know what you're all thinking.  Is this a dupe for Orly's Shine?  Well ladies, prepare to be stunned after the jump.

Orly - Foil FX

Today, it's all about the Orly Foil FX Collection. I've had this collection for ages but just haven't gotten around to swatching it.  Little Miss Lazy Pants!

There's been alot of talk as to whether this Collection acts a Minx Manicure substitute.  As someone who has had the Minx Manicure (click here for that special goodness), I can safely say this is not a Minx substitute.  Minx is totally smooth whilst these lacquers have a grainy finish.

Not that that negates the fabulousness of this collection.  Each lacquer is stunning.  It's like having molten liquid on your nails.  Two coats to opaque, a coat of Seche Vite for shine and you're good to go.

Click on the jump for picture spamalooza!  All photos have been taken in diffused light.

Orly - Sweet Collection 2010 - Part II

If you've missed Part I, click here.

Here is Part II and my favourites of the Orly Sweet Collection 2010.  Click after the jump to see the swatches and make sure you let me know which colours you like / don't like in the comments.

Orly - Sweet Collection 2010 - Part I

I'm like a billion years late on Orly's Sweet Collection but, if you think about it, maybe I'm just really super duper early for the Australian spring. 

Anyway, can you believe that this is the very first time I'm trying Orly? I can't believe I've waited this long to try one of the biggest brands out there.  I think part of it is that Orly is hideously expensive here in Australia (around $18 a bottle) and the fact that we get collections 12 months after everyone else. Thank goodness for cheap etailers!

This is a great little collection.  Only one lacquer gave me trouble (can you guess which one - it starts with 'y').  The rest were supremely awesome.

Because of the number and size of the photos, I've split the collection into two posts.  Check out the Part I swatches after the jump.  All photos are taken in diffused light.

Hey There, Wait A Minute Mr Postman - Orly, you've left my purse poorly

As if I wasn't going to buy the Orly Foil Fx Collection (from left to right: Shine, Rage, Luxe).  Especially after my Minx Adventure.  If you've tried these, I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments.  Love or loathe?

I also bought the Sweet Collection.  Why, I'm not entirely sure but I suspect it has a lot to do with Transdesign's $18 postage fee for up to 9 bottles.  I always figure, if I'm going to pay $18, I might as well fill the box.  From left to right: Cotton Candy, Lemonade, Lollipop, Gum Drop, Pixy Stix, Snowcone.