#HautePicks: Nail Polishes That Brighten Up Our Day
As we’ve mentioned before, the #HauteSquad is a bunch of stylish girls who love all that’s fashion, beauty, and sassy. We’re constantly sharing our latest buys and obsessions with each other, and now, we’re letting you into our HQ too! Every week, Team Hauterfly will share its current obsession — and tell you where you can buy it too! #BFFGoals.
Manicures are #Bae — at least for the #HauteSquad. Showing off our buffed, painted nails is a regular part of a work day (we do it for work, OK!). Our makeup bags are always full and nail polish is an important part of that kit. So today, we share with you haute nail paints that each of us hearts. And, of course, we’re showing you how to get obsessed too!
Chanel Rouge Noir Nail Polish
Zoya Tickled Bubbly Summer in Wendy ZP
Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Polish in Gold Glaze
“I’m not a fussy beauty addict. While I love the effect of gel nails and how chic they look, I couldn’t be bothered to spend hours at a salon getting my nails fixed. Which is why the Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist nail colour range is my absolute favourite; it gives me the perfect salon-like gel finish in a matter of minutes. I especially love the Gold Glaze. It’s ideal for adding that finishing touch to your glam ensemble.”
— Aindrila Mitra, Managing Editor
SHOP NOW: Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Polish in Gold Glaze (Rs 400)
Avon Metallic Effects Nail Enamel in Copper Gleam
“Since we’re all about the ’90s currently, my nails deserve a little retro lovin’ too. After eyeing those gorgeous metallic talons on pretty much every runway this season, I was totally on board with this trend. My current FAVE would be this gorgeous copper metallic nail enamel from AVON. It’s pretty much on trend with the colour, and fits right in with all the festivities #WINWIN.”
— Snehal Fernandes, Head Of Video Content
SHOP NOW: Avon Metallic Effects Nail Enamel in Copper Gleam (Rs 237)
L’Oréal Paris Color Riche A L’Huile Nail Paint in 554 Carmin Parisien
“I’m not a big nail polish fiend, but when I do make the effort, the result needs to be shiny AF! The Carmin Parisien is the perfect shade that looks like a million bucks on my fair hands — can you say lady in red? The formula ensures that you have the glossiest nails possible, for a salon-like finish at home.”
— Farozan Dossani, Social Media Editor
SHOP NOW: L’Oréal Paris Color Riche A L’Huile Nail Paint in 554 Carmin Parisien (Rs 399)
Nykaa Pastel Nail Enamel in Mint Meringue
“Currently, I’m obsessed with the mint shade and basically, everything I own is turning out to be from a minty palette. So when Nykaa launched their mint meringue matte nail paint, I knew I had to buy it. My nails feel super smooth now, plus the cute colour just makes my hands look so good!”
— Japleen Kaur, Lifestyle Writer
SHOP NOW: Nykaa Pastel Nail Enamel in Mint Meringue (Rs 179)
Essie Nail Polish in Ballet Slippers
“My massive love for nudes and pinks comes through very clearly in my choice of nail colours. I try to stick to lighter, almost au naturel manicures most of the time, as I feel like solid and darker shades just make my cuticles look shorter than they are! Ballet Slippers is one hue that is synonymous with Essie — with a shell pink finish, this colour simply adds that elegant, almost dainty pointers my digits definitely need.”
— Tatiana Dias, Fashion & Beauty Writer
SHOP NOW: Essie Nail Polish in Ballet Slippers (Rs 742)
Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Colour Pink Champagne
“I prefer to keep my nails painted in neutral shades, and pale pink is an all-time favourite. I am currently obsessed with Lakme’s Gel Stylist Pink Champagne which has the perfect amount of sheen to it. The thick texture ensures that I don’t have ugly chipped nails by the end of the week.”
— Meghana Choraria, Social Media Executive
SHOP NOW: Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Colour Pink Champagne (Rs 360)
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength No Chip Nail Color in Save The Date
“I like my nails bright and shiny, and I experiment with all kinds of colours, be it neon shades or mattes. But to my bad luck, nail polishes never last beyond 3 days on my talons. Enter the Sally Hansen Diamond Strength No Chip Nail Color range. The application is effortless and one coat stays on for a long time. The best nail paint I’ve got my hands on, so far.”
— Mansi Chouksey, Graphic Designer
SHOP NOW: Sally Hansen Diamond Strength No Chip Nail Color in Save The Date (Rs 395)
LYN Nail Polish in Come Black To Me
Nykaa Nude Nail Enamel in Lavender Buttercream
