Glossy, shiny nails are my go to when it comes to a manicure. I think it just looks so groomed and beautiful. However, when Rococo's Unisexy Matte black polish was brought to my attention, I was super keep to give it a go thanks to its leather look. Matte nail polish finishes, in my opinion, don't really look that great apart from when they're done like this and they can look a little.. blah. The jet black looks grungy but luxe at the same time and goes with absolutely everything which is of course, great news for those who don't always have time to match their mani with their outfit (like myself!).
While you could achieve this effect with pretty much any old black polish and a good matte top coat, this halves the paint and dry time and might be the polish for you should you not have either in your collection. I feel the price is justified by the gorgeous product packaging - I'd personally be thrilled to receive something so gorgeous as a present - and the brush, although thin, is easy to use with a formula that gives a totally opaque finish in two quick coats. I haven't experienced any chipping with this but then again that's relative to your personal nail prep and hand care, as I always say.
Are you a fan of the matte nail trend, or do you prefer a high shine finish? What do you think of this Rococo polish?
That looks really nice, I have the rimmel matte top coat but whenever I scratch my nails j get a shiver down my back!?x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colour, really does give a leather look effect! x
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I like the look of it, but i dont think it looks matte enough to call it Matte. But it is pretty looking! :)
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I'd have to admit, it does look quite pretty!
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I like leather look nails... When its on other people! I cant seem to pull it off, i never think it suits me, i keep trying, but not got there yet haha!
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I love matte nails but I always have a problem with getting them to stay unchipped! xo
ReplyDeleteWow, so cool and I love the leather look! xxx
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I love matte bright colours in summer :) rimmel matte top coat is great to change your nail polish up :)
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love it! xxx
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This looks great, I normally can't stand matte nails but this looks like it has just enough shine to keep me happy without it looking too cheap :)
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Love the colour
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Wow I really like it! I didn't expect to like it because when I read the title I was like "hmm not for me". I want it now haha!
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I have a matte top coat which I'm fond of! I love that this has a leatherish look though :) xo
ReplyDeleteI'm all for a glossy finish on the nails personally but this does look quite cool! Good review :)
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Wow, I love the packaging:) x
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They really do look like leather! I think its a combination of the matte finish and the texture, it looks really thick and luxurious for only two coats!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning, can't wait to purchase!
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This polish is stunning, I've always loved matte nails xx
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I love matte nails but it makes me feel funny when Im washing my hands... Weird!
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This is amazing, I love different nail varnishes!
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I usually love a glossy finish but this does look really really nice as far as matteish polishes go! x
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I love this, it looks so much nicer than the Nails Inc leather effect polish
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I love the color. its stunning.
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You are such a bad influence! I now have to buy this! Love it!
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ReplyDeleteI don't seem to suit matte nails, but I just can't help but keep trying it.
ReplyDeleteI like the look of this one, it seems to give off a much nicer and finished matte look!
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I really love the look of the this, black is perfect for matte effect nails :) xx
ReplyDeleteSuper pretty really want to try this out ! x
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The packaging certainly is gorgeous! I'd love to see what it's like on xx
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I am very in to shiny glossy nails but some how this matte polish really appeals to me.
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This looks like a great nail polish! :) ♥
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This is absolutely bomb! I'm loving the leather look of it! :) x
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Looks really great! I love the matte effect :)
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Loving the matte effect, so gothic yet chic!
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This look really cool, I'm always on the hunt for products which halve the time it takes to do things!
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leather look nails?! that is beyond awesome. I have to get my hands on these!
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The nails look amazing wow!
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I've never been a fan of the matte look but this looks so nice, almost like leather! I neeeed this :)
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ooh that's pretty vampy Em - I really like it! I have a matte polish in lime green and it amazes me haha
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Love how vampy it is!
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Love this! x
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I agree, it doesn't look as luxurious as a glossy manicure, but I think I like the grungy matte look! And on the nails it looks a lot better than I expected it to be, might have to pick this up xo
ReplyDeleteI dont usually go for matte nails but this looks really nice, matte with still just a tiny bit of shine!
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I am extremely in to shiny slick fingernails or toenails but some how this particular matte enhance truly appeals to everyone.
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