essie

This is a brand that needs no introduction; essie is a professional nail expert that has been leading the way in pretty polishes since 1981. The beautiful shades are not the only great selling point of these fabulous polishes, but the witty names that Founder Essie Weingarten highlights as a quirky difference sets them apart from other polishes. And of course all the polishes have a beautiful glossy finished.

There is a range of shades to suit all complexions and personalities. From the runway to your home, essie is a favorite for celebrities and fashion influencers alike. Queen Elizabeth and Kate Middleton are amongst some of essie's loyal supporters with The Queen being a fan of the polish Ballet Slippers since 1989. Ballet Slippers are still a best seller today, alongside the perfect nude polish: Topless and Barefoot and the vibrant, fun blue Bikini So Teeny.

Beauty is not just a pretty face, but pretty nails too. So delve into essie's glossy range of nail polishes that will transform your hands to look as pretty as a princess. Or allow you to showcase your personal style with cute or bold and beautiful colours.

Why We Like essie

"We love achieving salon-worthy talons with a little help from the babes at Essie. They have a range of ultra-nourishing topcoats, nail treatments and nail varnishes which help you create the snazziest at-home manicures. Plus, we love their cute pastel shades, as well as they bold, bright colours. They also do a range of fantastic gift sets which are perfect for nail-obsessed loved ones. "

Written by Rebecca Jenkinson, Beauty Editor