January 18, 2014

Elevation Polish - These Boots Were... [Swatch]


I have been dying to try indie brand Elevation Polish for a few months now.  Before the Holidays, I managed to get my grubby paws on a couple of shades!  Presenting Polish Hound's first Elevation Polish swatch! Yay!



Elevation Polish - These Boots Were... is a warm, mauvey-plum (or red-purple?) base filled with interesting particles.  There are tiny, flakie-type pink/gold flecks, as well as some ultra-fine lighter blue shimmer which gives the polish an icy glow at certain angles, and really works to contrast nicely with the base color.

Artificial light, two coats:


Window-filtered daylight:


Outside, shade:



Up close:


In macro, the finish is a bit complex. There's definitely a nice balance between the density of flakies and the background blue shimmer.


Formula: It's got a medium consistency, and is just a joy to use. It glides over the nail surface easily, and self-levels instantly. Two easy coats were all I needed. Just about perfect!

4 comments:

  1. goodlacknail.comJanuary 19, 2014 at 4:44 AM

    what a gorgeous color! I wasn't even aware of this Elevation polish. So pretty!

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    1. January 19, 2014 at 12:11 PM

      Oh man! You have so many good colors to stalk now!

  • January 19, 2014 at 10:21 AM

    Love the Nancy Sinatra song the name is based on - a classic:-) Haven't tried Elevation Polish yet, very pretty!

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    1. January 19, 2014 at 12:11 PM

      That is a great song! I'm impressed with my first Elevation. I have one more on hand, but so far so good. :)