My Top 5 Favourite Summer Nail Polishes!

Hello guys, sorry I haven't posted anything in a while - I've had a pretty hectic week or so - but I am back! And finally summer is starting to look like it has arrived so I thought I would tell you about my 5 most reached for nail polishes in the summer months!

1. Topshop - Big Smoke.

I like this colour for summer simply because it is so easy to wear - it is just a nice nude colour that goes with anything, also, when I wear this I often find it lasts for ages before chipping and that makes me happy.

2. Barry M - Pink Iridescent.

Who doesn't like a bit of glitter on their nails, in the sun or rain?! I think this polish is super pretty, and I'll wear it on its own or over the top of another colour to add a little sparkle. 

3. Collection 2000 - Fruit Salad.

Not only was this nail polish super duper cheap, it is a gorgeous colour and it dries in just 60 seconds! This is my go-to nail polish if I am going out and I'm in a rush to get ready - I think I need some more Collection 2000 nail polishes in my collection as this is my only one!

4. Topshop - Marine Scene.

I was given this nail polish by a friend because they didn't like the colour of it against their skin, so I didn't really expect too much of this polish - but I absolutely love it! It is such a lovely colour and so easy to wear. The only thing I dislike about this polish is that it stains, a lot, a base coat is essential!

5. Barry M - Mint Green.

I bought this nail polish ages and ages ago and forgot that I owned it, but I found it the other day and - after a drop or two of nail varnish remover to make it a little less gloopy - I realised how nice the colour was! It is a perfect summery minty green (as the name would suggest!) and I will definitely start wearing it more often.

NOTD. Clarins 203 Bordeaux.

Dark red isn't the most summery colour, I know (although - summer visited England for three days then left again) but I absolutely love the colour of this nail polish so I painted my nails with it anyway. When a first coat of this polish is applied the colour is a light, pretty red - completely different to the deep red wine colour you are left with after applying a second coat.

I didn't even know Clarins had a range of nail polishes, is this normal or have I been living under a rock?This nail polish is the only Clarins nail polish I own - this definitely needs to change soon! Any recommendations for other colours I should try? Comment below if  there is!

Obviously, Clarins isn't the cheapest choice of nail polish, but I think a brilliant alternative for this particular colour is Red Black by Barry M, I love this polish equally as much!

Barry M Glitter Nail Polish

 Hey guys! As your typical girlie girl, I am into anything pink and glittery, so when I was shopping in Boots the other day, I let out a little squeal of excitement when I saw Barry M's Pink Iridescent Glitter Nail Paint! As soon as I picked up the bottle I was intrigued by how pretty it looked, so I straight away went to the till and bought it.

  The minute I got home I painted my nails with it, at first I was a little disappointed with how little the pink showed through, but after I had put on a second coat I felt quite satisfied. The pink still didn't show through intensely although that isn't at all what I expected in the first place, I think the nail polish made my nails look pretty and girlie - a perfect shade for summer parties.

  I am glad I purchased this Barry M product - recently I have been neglecting my Barry M nail polishes and using a lot of Topshop ones in their place - but buying and wearing this has made me remember how much I like Barry M nail varnishes, I will start wearing them more often!!