OPI Lincoln Park After Dark...

I've been meaning to try this nail polish for ages and was given a tiny bottle as a present (as part of a 4-piece 'Lites to Dark' set) and I love it already! Introducing:

Lincoln Park After Dark

I tried to capture the gorgeous colour, but sadly I failed!

If you're looking for a new dark shade for Winter, I can't recommend this enough. Think of blackcurrant jelly and this is how it looks in terms of colour and finish. I love it!

I applied 2 coats - the second coat really gave it depth and added to the 'jelly' effect. The result is stunning - dark, glossy and bloomin' lovely ;)

As my nails seem to be suffering at the moment (thanks to full-time hours in an office, central heating & cold weather) one of the nails on my right hand actually split!! Luckily, it was only the white tip and not the nail bed itself. Phew! So, I filed it down (it looks a tiny bit shorter than the rest, but in a week or so it will have grown back again). I also applied 2 coats of OPI Nail Envy Maintenance (which I also really recommend) before applying my base coat.

For the base coat I used Nails Inc Caviar and the matching top coat. This is a great set - look out for it next time you're in Boots. It really helps to condition nails and gives them a beautiful glossy finish.

I wish I had tried this shade before - I've read some great reviews on it but never seemed to buy it. Oops! I hope this bottle will last a while, but as soon as it runs out I'm going to Sally's to get a full-sized one :)

Have you tried Lincoln Park After Dark? What's your favourite OPI shade? x