you're sure to turn heads on the dance floor in this classic blue-toned red nail polish. step 1: apply 2 coats of gel couture color to clean, bare nails; step 2: finish with 1 coat of gel couture top coat.
gel couture product benefits:
- luxurious longwear with gel-like color and shine in an easy 2-step system
- easy removal
- patent-pending curve hugging brush for perfect essie color coverage
- use with gel couture top coat for optimal results
gel couture
lady in red
you're sure to turn heads on the dance floor in this classic blue-toned red nail polish. step 1: apply 2 coats of gel couture color to clean, bare nails; step 2: finish with 1 coat of gel couture top coat.
gel couture product benefits:
- luxurious longwear with gel-like color and shine in an easy 2-step system
- easy removal
- patent-pending curve hugging brush for perfect essie color coverage
- use with gel couture top coat for optimal results
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5 out of 5 stars.
PLEASE BRING IT BACK
madison2
9 months ago
This is THE BEST nude color I’ve ever found, and I’ve tried everything since it’s been discontinued. NOTHING compares. Please bring it back I am begging.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Please bring back lady and red
Katie867
10 months ago
Please bring this shade back, I just ran out and I had no idea it was discontinued and I’ve been looking for it everywhere
yes, I recommend this product.
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5 out of 5 stars.
Lace to the Alter nail polish. Why discontined?!
White pearl
a year ago
Lace to the alter was amazing nail polish. Great color of real white pearl. Very sorry its discontinued. I cannot find anything similar. I have to buy another brands. And its worse quality and tone.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
PLEASE BRING IT BACK!
Selene
a year ago
My favourite nude ever, amazing formula and my go to nail polish when I’m not using my dip polish 🥺 why has it been discontinued?? I’m trying “of corset” but it just doesn’t have the same colour… so sad.
Originally posted on essie.com
4 out of 5 stars.
Question
Ver123
3 years ago
I love this product and that it lasts much longer than normal nail polish! I was wondering tho if this it contains/is considered an acrylic?
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
LOVE IT!!
puzzlddd
3 years ago
Originally tried Rock the Runway due to its popularity & reviews (it was nice). But then I tried Scarlet Starlet and fell in love!! It’s a deeper, richer red color and has a stunning pearlescent sheen to it. I got so many compliments!
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Beautiful warm mocha
tsaa
3 years ago
Bought the gel couture line after reading so many positive reviews and so glad that I did. After years of bi weekly gel polish manicures, my nails became weak and brittle. I’m working to restore the health of my nails and decided to try this line. Love the rich pigment and high gloss shine. And the best part - it really does last (about 7 days for me).
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Love this color and polish
ReneeS
4 years ago
This polish gives me the most professional looking results I’ve ever achieved at home. Goes on so smooth, is more forgiving than my usual lacquers and I love the shape of the brush. Makes it easy to get close to the cuticle without actually painting the cuticle and making a sloppy mani. I also love this color, in particular. It is definitely a purple with some mocha mixed in, so it is a muted purple. I would not call this a nude for any skin tone. It’s just what I was looking for, though. I’ll be buying more polishes from this line, for sure.
yes, I recommend this product.
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1 out of 5 stars.
Not true to color
pjsamus
5 years ago
My mother bought this shade yesterday and painted with it today. The color is not at all visible and makes the nails look as though they’re tinted green. Looks more like fungus than anything!
no, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
response from essie.com:
5 years ago
consumer care center
Hi there Pjsamus! We wish your mom could see the results she was hoping for with the nail color shade “down to the herringbone”. We describe this color as an antique gold. Like all or our nail enamels, by the second coat, the color should be perfect. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845
1 out of 5 stars.
way more purple than anything else!
snowchik0330
5 years ago
The bottle is a nice mocha color, but when you put it on it definitely turns purple! If you're looking for a purple it's nice, but I wanted a dark brown. Disappointing.
no, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
response from essie.com:
5 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there! Thanks for using this essie polish of ours. We appreciate you reaching out to share your experience, and we will be passing your comments along. We hope you continue to explore the many shades we have to offer!
5 out of 5 stars.
A lovely muted colour for fall
ella145
5 years ago
I tried this at a salon. The colour is amazing, a rich, velvety plum-brown. Most colours are too dark or too pale or too flamboyant for my skin tone, but this is one of the few that look good on me. Best for anyone with soft, muted and rather cool, colouring.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
1 out of 5 stars.
colour not like the bottle
deedee13
5 years ago
I bought this a couple weeks ago, and like the other reviewer has said, the colour on the nail is very different from the photo displayed here. But, I actually didn't buy it online so its not the online vs. irl differences that is disappointing for me but that the colour is so much darker and more brown than pink, which is different to even how it looks in the bottle at the shop. It's still an okay colour but definitely way different to how it is displayed on the website here! I've also had issues with the whole polish peeling off my nail but that very well could be an issue with my own application than the polish itself! :))
no, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
response from essie.com:
5 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there! Thanks for sharing this experience with this shade of ours! To help your manicure last longer try using one of our base coats to improve adhesion and our no chips ahead top coat. Make sure you use two coats of polish and wait 30 to 60 seconds before each application. We hope you give it a try!
3 out of 5 stars.
Color isn’t sage
OSunshine
6 years ago
Overall very nice product. However the color looks more like blue/grey than sage. It is a pretty color but it does not match the picture or the name.
no, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
response from essie.com:
6 years ago
consumer care center
Hi there OSunshine. We wish you were able to see the results you were hoping for with the gel couture shade "sage you love me". This longwear nail enamel is described as a, soft dusty gray with a kiss of green. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845
1 out of 5 stars.
Disappointed
Rachel04
6 years ago
I bought this today and was so excited for the color.. the color looks nothing like the photo. It’s more of a plum/purple color. Wish I could return it.
no, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
response from essie.com:
6 years ago
consumer care center
Hi there Rachel! We want to understand what happened just as much as you do...The shade "walk the hemline" is described as a mocha-toned nail enamel. If you would like to speak to us directly about your recent purchase, give us a call @ 866-313-7845
5 out of 5 stars.
FAVORITE COLOR
mkelly2121
6 years ago
Favorite Color Ever!!! Very similar to Ballet Slipper! Seems to me though that Essie discontinued this color :( Please bring it back!
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
favorite new neutral
katester
6 years ago
I bought to have and to gold in May '19 and have been wearing it on my toes and sometimes also my hands ever since! I'm fair-skinned with a little pink and golds and silvers don't look great on me, but this blush color is a wonderful warm compliment. This rose gold color is fun and a beautiful compliment to just about any skin tone.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Stunning!
Maria W
7 years ago
I just wore this for the first time and it is so different but in a fabulous way. It has been on for two weeks and still going strong. I have never seen a sheemery green this gorgeous.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
4 out of 5 stars.
Love it
Manda93
7 years ago
the brush is a revelation, it's twisted so you don't get a big blob of polish plopping onto your nail halfway through application, it allows you to control the amount on the brush so less for the smaller nails. The brush is very wide too so two strokes and you're done which means less chance of streaking. It's a nice easy process, apply two coats plus top coat and you're good to go, the top coat gives an amazing shine as well, looks really professional even if you're a bit cack handed like me!
But the most important thing? It lasts. Trust me it really really lasts! I'm now on day 7 and I only have a small chip on the nail of the second finger of my right hand and that's post a week of work, housework and even washing the car, all my other nails look totally perfect.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
4 out of 5 stars.
Love this Color
Lcturney21
7 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love wearing shades of red all year round and this color really stands out.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Love it!
Kaylarenee1004
7 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This has been the longest lasting polish that ever tried! It lasted myself for about two weeks, which is something I’ve never experienced before!
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Best long wear polish
Allyb6
7 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this color because Influenster asked me to write a review. I have other colors in my stash but needed a new one to write about. All the gel products are awesome. Long wear. Shiny. I get lots of compliments!
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Literally the prettiest white
Dasyaw
7 years ago
This is literally the prettiest white I've ever worn! A little glittery, full color, and soft! Perfect for black tie events or any season!
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
4 out of 5 stars.
Just like it
Jennmatos
7 years ago
My nails are really weird. I make it and 3 days after the nail polish goes alone
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Love this
Alex94
7 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this color and that it’s super easy to apply it’s dries quick and the top coat gives it that nice glowy finish to it I also got it free from influenster for testing purposes
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Luxury nails
Aalura
7 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First off you will always achieve a sleek finish with essie nail polish. We all know it is hard to find the right shade of white and this one was perfect. It lasted two weeks and I would recomend for weddings and office wear. Lastly I purchased the Gel Couture polish as part of a contest.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
4 out of 5 stars.
Good top base!
Lauriedom
7 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I liked the finishing base from Essie. It gives you a profesional look in your nails and looks like you have gel done
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Gorgeous
Barbara NY
7 years ago
I was getting this polish applied at a salon and finally I had to buy some for myself for when I travel. It’s the perfect color for summer toes but I am still wearing it in September. People stop me on the street asking about it. I’m buying another bottle here for a friend. It’s very hard to find in stores, so,get it here - I’ve looked and looked.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Great color for darker tone skin color
Princess Anne
7 years ago
I bought this nail polish at Nordstrom Rack and was surprised by how easy it was to apply and the color. I usually use OPI and Orly and will definitely purchase more Essie. Plus, the brush is amazing.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
3 out of 5 stars.
It's OK
asjah
8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this product free to review and it began to chip a few days after I applied it. After about a week, it was unbearable and I had to remove it. With the top coat, it lasted ~2 weeks. I really enjoyed the color even though I am not a fan of iridescent colors.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
response from essie.com:
8 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi asjah! Thank you for sharing with us some feedback on our Gel Couture Polish. We are sorry to hear that this product did not last as long as you expected; however, we are happy to hear that you loved the color. We thank you for giving it a try as we will be passing on your comments to others in our team.
3 out of 5 stars.
Great coverage
Lupitamichelle24
8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this product free for testing. It has great coverage and looks super natural!
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
response from essie.com:
8 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there! Thank you for sharing with us some feedback on our Gel Couture Polish. We are happy to hear that you enjoy using this product and hope you will continue to do so with great satisfaction!
5 out of 5 stars.
Influenster
Eukamartinez
8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This coat of essie is pure love !! I was completely in love with it. The quality of the brush is good and allows an easy application with a uniform finish. I received this product completely free for testing thanks to Influenster
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
1 out of 5 stars.
Not For Me
deharo70
8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So this gel nail polish ultimately bit. For me anyways. The color I received is ok but I did see some other amazing colors online. I do not have a steady hand so I had it done on my regular spa day. It came out perfectly for my pedicure but as you can see in the picture it did not work out for my manicure. The gel polish I normally get is put under the UV light and completely dry when I leave. Otherwise exactly what you see is what happens. I do not have time to sit around while the paint dries. I took this picture as soon as I got home. It looked that bad in less than 5 minutes. Of course if you are someone who does their own nails and/or has the time and patience to wait for it to dry then you might want to give it a shot. Nook love lost here.
I was given this #complimentary #GelCouture @EssiePolish for review on @Influenster.
#essielove #contest
no, I do not recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
response from essie.com:
8 years ago
Consumer Care Center
Hi there! Thank you for sharing with us some feedback on our Polish shade To Have And To Gold. We are sorry to hear that this product did not leave you with the results in which you expected. We thank you for giving this product a try as we will be passing on your comments to others in our team.
5 out of 5 stars.
Amazing
erika41061
8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really loved this polish! It stayed on for a while and it looks so beautiful! I also used it on my toes and just love it !
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Great subtle green gray blue
Lilp
8 years ago
Lovely unique soft color that’s good for winter or spring. Great formula and brush (like all this line.) Lasts at least a week without chipping or dulling; I only take it off bc my nails have grown out!
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
4 out of 5 stars.
Vampy!
Dayane
8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Received this earlier in the month for reviewing and, even though it’s still coming to spring, it’s all I’ve been reaching for all month! It’s super dark red that goes with everything. Super dark without being streaky and can last on my nails for about a week and a half.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Love this color!
KCro
8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's such a fun witchy color that I even went out and got a lipstick to match. I hope dark colors are in this spring, because I am going to use this bottle up!
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Such a cute color!
Sadie93
8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I loved this color even though I am a darker skin tone! It was perfect for the office, or even an event! I loved it and would get again. I received this product free for testing.
yes, I recommend this product.
Originally posted on essie.com
5 out of 5 stars.
Love the color
Jesseca
8 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this for free in an influenster box and i love it. The color is a beautiful deep burgundy and I've had it on for 3 days and no chipping! Will definitely be buying more
yes, I recommend this product.
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