Russian Navy's Cousin

Lately I’ve been really into dark nail colors for the Fall. This is a HUGE deal for me, because I usually opt for neutral nail shades, and the most daring color that I’ve ever tried up until recently was red. However, I’m excited about my new found fondness for dark, vampy shades and I can’t wait to dress my nails in more exciting colors!

For the past week and a half or so I wore OPI’s Lincoln Park After Dark on my fingers and toes, and this weekend I decided to try out a new shade that I picked up while shopping at Wal-Mart.

My latest nail polish adventure took me to try out N.Y.C. Cosmetics In A New York Color Minute Quick Dry Nail Polish in West Village.

This is a swatch from the website. This color is listed as 204B West Village.
This color appears almost black when it’s in the shadows, but you can definitely tell that it is a deep shade of blue in direct light.

This is what the color looks like on my nails. I used two coats, along with one layer of clear top coat. This picture was also taken with the flash on.


I think it is a great dupe for OPI’s Russian Navy, and the best part is that it only costs $1.72 (at Wal-Mart) and it's $1.99 when purchased directly from the N.Y.C. wesbsite. Of course this polish doesn’t have the staying power of OPI lacquers, but for the price it’s fine with me!


What are some of your must have dark nail polish shades? I’d like to know, as I’m looking for more shades to try out this Winter.

Stay Bronzed and Beautiful!