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This post has been a really long time in the making. Just before Christmas 2009, I clocked Leighton Denny’s Elementals collection and loved them. But at the time, I was reluctant to spend the best part of £10 on a brand I didn’t 
really know a lot about. I know people rave about Leighton Denny but for some reason it hadn’t really registered on my radar.
And I delayed buying anything from there, until I could put it off no more. This was the polish that most appealed to me from the promo shots. And Im not disappointed.
Up In The Air is a frosty polish, perfect for this time of year when you want a break from dark shades or glitters. What you see here is three coats over a base of OPI Ridge Filler. I needed the ridge filler as this is kind of sheer and also not that forgiving if you have any lumps and bumps on your nails. I knew that this wasn’t going to be a quick out-the-door manicure so had to save it for when I had the time to do it (ie an hour or so of lazing around).
The polish is sort of thick though (if something can be thick yet sheer?) and
application is not for the slapdash. Although this isn’t as brushstrokey as I anticipated, it’s not the easiest to work with as it is prone to dragging. But I’m really pleased with the final effect.
Up In The Air reminds me of what you might get if you mixed Nubar’s Unpredictable Taupe with Color Club Pretty In Platinum. I like it because it plays tricks. Although my camera has predominantly honed in on the base of the silvery grey colour, in some lights this appears pinker, and in others, it flashes blue. So clever.
I’m really glad I decided to invest in this. I don’t own anything else like it. It may not be to everyone’s taste but I think it’s a good change of pace for this time of year and is nice and unique. Oh and in case you’re wondering – once I’d caved in and placed a Leighton Denny order, this 
is not the only one I bought. More coming soon!
What do you think? Are you a fan of Leighton Denny? Would you wear this shade?
Helen
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This is a very pretty colour!
I have never heard of this brand but I like the colour. I think it would look fabulous under some glitter or konad too.
Ooh! the good kind of frost! yes I would wear this shade!!!
That £10+ price tag is what keeps me from buying them too. And there’s never been a standout colour that justified the price for me. I keep looking on QVC for the deal that will make me commit! And Supermodel is a fave of 2 of my pals – I should just bit the bullet and order some. This one looks great on your nails.
I’m a bit like Cali. Nothing has called to me and I can’t find them as bargains so I’m out. They just don’t speak to me.
Not that crazy about the color of this. Are you going crazy over the engagement of Prince William and Kate? I can remember all of the hoopla over Charles and Diana. I even got up very early in the morning for the wedding. It is exciting to watch all that is going on. Have a nice weekend sweetie.
Leighton Denny is one of my firm favourites. I especially love his cremes and I also just love the man himself lol he always takes time to answer any questions or queries you send him via FB. I’ve converted a few of my friends to the brand via small gifts of polish and his award winning “Crystal File” I’m just off to give myself a manicure right now!