This is The Changeling Queen, which was one of the three limited edition polishes that they produced for BronyCon. I remember that this set was a HUGE hit, and I recall them selling out in the evening when I first placed my order. It's a shimmer and glitter topper comprised of lime and kelly green hued multi-sized square glitter, teal hexes, and large black circle dots. The shimmer is a bit on the blue side. It applied evenly despite how packed the formula is with glitter - it seems like Rainbow Honey has really got that down. Here's one coat of the Changling Queen over top of Rainbow Honey Tenda, a kelly green creme:
I this the namesake of this polish "Changeling Queen" kind of reminds me of something that is a bit of a chameleon and can change looks depending on instance. This glitter topper would look substantially different over a darker colour (and now I wish I had swatched it over a dark colour as well) because the shimmer is so prominent. You can also check out my NPBFF's swatch over at Addicted to Lacquer. At first I didn't know what to think of this polish because it was so strange - I hadn't ever seen a mix like this. It looks incredible in the bottle - but it eventually grew on me. I love that Rainbow Honey always takes risks and pushes for innovative mixes and absolutely, this is one of them. It might not be for everyone because it's so different but I do enjoy it over this kelly green and dark colours as well.
Anyway, have you seen that funny reaction video with the Irish dad and his 'failing' his drivers? I dunno, it's funny and I can't get over it. Check it out. What colours are you rocking today? Is it too early for green for you? Oh shit Valentines Day is coming up - what are your plans?
Full disclosure: This sample was provided for an unbiased review.
That video is hilarious, lol!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm not a big fan of green on myself, but I can still appreciate a beautiful polish and Rainbow Honey always makes beautiful polishes.
No V-day plans for us, we don't celebrate it.
Such an endearing video - I just love the way he says JAYSUS, haha. Oh my lord. Anyway.
DeleteGreen has never been my go to polish, so I always find it interesting when I force myself to try it out. I think it's fun though - but maybe *too much fun*, ha!
I think you're totally right about this polish changing shape over different base colors, it's not for me but I know a few people who would flip for this. How thick would you say this polish is? I've heard a lot of complaints about Rainbow Honeys needing a bucket of thinner, so I haven't invested yet, but there are a few sparkles out there calling my name ;)
ReplyDeleteI would say this polish isn't that thick. I have heard the same complaints about RH being thick, and honestly I had some of those experiences when Rainbow Honey first rolled out. But I think they're really refining their formulas, especially since Summer of 199X. Everything from that collection and onwards, I have had zero problems with. I also think it depends on how you apply your polish as well - thin coats, less strokes! ;) But even I haven't had to do that lately with their stuff - only with the initial MLP polishes I've experienced some thick formula. I did as well with the Sakura collection but they have since reformulated.
DeleteThat's great to hear! I completely agree about different polishes needing different application styles, so I could totally see that swaying a lot of people. I'm mostly relying on outdated word of mouth, so I'm excited to add a bunch of stuff to my wishlist :) I really shouldn't be allowed into her shop for at least two months, but but but mystery bags! How Mysterious!
DeleteI am SO into the mystery bags. I was really thrilled with the one I got for Christmas - All these scented top coats, a full size sample, some nail art sponges - so generous! But yeah I would definitely give Rainbow Honey a shot. The newer collections are formulated fairly well (I've still yet to swatch the Final Battle though).
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