Let Your Nails Party Like it’s Mardi Gras!

Jan 5th, 2017

Savannah Saunders

What it is: New Orleans Collection by OPI

Claims: The New Orleans Collection consists of 12 ready-to-wear nail lacquers that represent a Mardi Gras experience. The collection includes Let Me Bayou a Drink, Humidi-Tea, Suzi Nails New Orleans, I Manicure For Beads, Spare Me a French Quarter?, She’s a Bad Muffuletta!, Got Myself into a Jam-balaya, Crawfishin’ for a Compliment, Rich Girls & Po-Boys, Show Us Your Tips!, Take a Right on Bourbon and I’m Sooo Swamped. The colors range from sweet to spicy, readying the wearer for a night on the town or a day of touring.

Price: $10

Where to buy: www.ulta.com

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