NOTD: OPI French Bourdeaux

One of my first ever OPI purchases, and nail polish purchases in general. I initially thought it was a bit too "light" as I was usually wearing more muted, dark reds. This color has grown on me and become one of my all-time favourite nail polishes.

The color is a bright, young red with cool undertones and a bit of undetectable sparkle. It can be applied in one coat, I prefer two. With one coat the color is a bit lighter than two so it is really up to preference. It is not completely opaque with just one coat, but if applied a bit thick, one could easily get away with just one coat. It reminds me a lot of Chanel's Rouge Carat to compare.

It has good lasting power with my OPI Natural Nail Base Coat and OPI Top Coat, but nothing amazing. A couple of days 3-4 without any chipping (if I'm being careful), and then another few days with minor chipping where it is still wearable, but I personally prefer to take of and re-apply.

All in all it's a great shade and the kind of red every girl should have in their nail polish collection. Reds like this can go with any outfit, at any occasion be it work, going out, having brunch with your family, your boyfriends family, going on a date.. Red nails are a classic for a reason! Definitely recommended and a great choice if your looking for a new staple.