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      4. cocktail bling
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      cocktail bling

      pledge allegiance to the bling. this precious gray jewel nail polish is the hit of every party, inspiring total adoration.

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      • - essie original nail polish provides a salon quality, formula for flawless coverage.
        - our exclusive easy-glide brush allows for quick, even professional application on nails.
        - the essie collection has over 1,000 shades and counting.
        - our nuanced colors are all inspired by the latest fashion and cultural trends to make your manicure possibilities endless.
        - with a wink and a story always on hand, consider us your partner for playful nail inspiration.
      • 1. start with 1 coat of your favorite essie base coat.
        2. apply 2 coats of essie color.
        3. finish your salon-quality manicure with 1 coat of any essie top coat.
        4. finally, to leave cuticles feeling hydrated and supple, apply essie apricot oil to the cuticle bed.
      • full ingredient list:

        Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Isopropyl Alcohol, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Ethyl Tosylamide, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Dimethyl Sulfone, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Acrylates Copolymer, Octocrylene, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Propyl Acetate, Tributyl Citrate, Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin, Dimethicone, Citric Acid, Hydrogenated Acetophenone/Oxymethylene Copolymer, Silica, Magnesium Silicate, Aqua / Water, Oxidized Polyethylene, Benzophenone-1, Alumina, Colophonium / Rosin, Tin Oxide, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Soluble Collagen, CI 77002 / Aluminum Hydroxide, Trisodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Aluminum Hydroxide, [+/- May contain CI 77891 / Titanium Dioxide, Mica, CI 77491, CI 77499 / Iron Oxides, CI 15850 / Red 7 Lake, CI 15850 / Red 6 Lake, CI 15880 / Red 34 Lake, CI 77120 / Barium Sulfate, CI 19140 / Yellow 5 Lake, CI 75470 / Carmine, CI 77163 / Bismuth Oxychloride, CI 77510 / Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide, CI 77266 [Nano] / Black 2, CI 42090 / Blue 1 Lake]
        *Please be aware that ingredient lists for products in our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package for the most up-to-date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable for your personal use.

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        SparkleBerryCrunch
        Tampa, FL, United States
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        Age45 to 54
        5 out of 5 stars.

        The Chameleon of Colors!!

        12 years ago
        Cocktail Bling is one of the most versatile shades of Essie polish I own, and I have a lot! Besides being a fun and fashion forward color that matches pretty much everything, I have also discovered it is perfect for the corporate world! Understated and Sophisticated, it slides right under the radar of corporate big wigs!! So much for consistently having to switch your polish for work! I would highly recommend it to everyone, as it matches everything and you will receive many, many, many complements-You will not regret it!

        Yes, I recommend this product.

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        Bridgetlee
        California, United States
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        Age25 to 34
        4 out of 5 stars.

        Beautiful tone

        10 years ago
        I've had my eye on this color for a while, thinking it's beautiful but knowing gray isn't the most flattering color on pale skin like mine. As it looks in the image, it's a lovely cool gray that has undertones of lavender. The formula went on smoothly and is lasting well with a top coat. However it looks about a shade darker on my nails than in the bottle, and I do think it's a little too dark for my skin tone - maybe later this summer with a tan!

        Yes, I recommend this product.

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        ktyn
        Utah, United States
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        Age18 to 24
        5 out of 5 stars.

        Amazing

        9 years ago
        I got together with my friend to paint our nails. I put the cocktail being on and literally fell in love with it. I asked my friend if I could have it and he told me no so I stole it and it has been my favorite polish. I've used it so much that it is almost gone and every store I go to I look for it but I can't find it anywhere.

        Yes, I recommend this product.

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        Missy Marissy
        Sturgeon Falls Ontario
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        Age17 or under
        5 out of 5 stars.

        Beautiful Colour

        7 years ago
        I got this nail polish for an event that I am going to and this is great. It needs about three coats, but dries quickly. This colour goes with all of my clothes and my super pale skin tone. This last very well with a top coat and is completely worth it. I completely recommend this product.

        Yes, I recommend this product.

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        Spoiltrotten
        Surrey, United Kingdom
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        Age55 to 64
        5 out of 5 stars.

        Lovely Colour

        12 years ago
        Just used this colour for the first time as having to wear black suit for meeting. Looked lovely very smart and did an accent nail with silver dots and everyone commented how great my nails looked. Also it went on very smooth and no streaking.

        Yes, I recommend this product.

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        alanaajayy
        Austin, TX, United States
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        Age18 to 24
        5 out of 5 stars.

        Beautiful

        11 years ago
        I went to go get a manicure and my eyes gravitated directly towards this color. It was beautiful in the bottle but I wasn't sure how it would look on my skin tone. My BF convinced me and I am so grateful! I found my new favorite color!

        Yes, I recommend this product.

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        Kholland
        Destin, FL
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        Age45 to 54
        5 out of 5 stars.

        Great color!

        10 years ago
        I have short manicured nails and this color is beautiful. Fairly neutral color, gray with hints of blue and lavender, that will go well with my blue pedicure. My teenager even complimented on how much she liked the color.

        Yes, I recommend this product.

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        ElleB
        Toronto, ON, Canada
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        Age25 to 34
        5 out of 5 stars.

        The perfect gray

        12 years ago
        After much research I bought this gray. I've received so many compliments on it, it's like an exuisite cashmere sweater- for my nails! I absolutely love it and it's my new favorite fall go too.

        Yes, I recommend this product.

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          Lind
          St. Louis
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          5 out of 5 stars.

          Outstanding in every way!

          12 years ago
          This is the perfect neutral, goes with anything and works for any season. I put this color on before I went in to have my daughter and every new nurse I got complimented me on it. Great color!

          Yes, I recommend this product.

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          Weeb
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          Age65 or over
          5 out of 5 stars.

          Eve's Favorite!!

          3 years ago
          I just love Essie!!I love the colors, how they go on smoothly!! my favorites are bikini so teeny,turquoise and cacois, mint candy apple and I could go on and on!!

          Yes, I recommend this product.

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          tania82
          Brooklyn, NY, United States
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          Age25 to 34
          5 out of 5 stars.

          great shade and quality!

          12 years ago
          Perfect and refreshing shade for the fall. Goes with everything:) Essie nailpolishes are superb quality and fabulous shades perfect combo!))

          Yes, I recommend this product.

          Originally posted on essie.com

          pumpkin
          North Carolina, United States
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          Age35 to 44
          5 out of 5 stars.
          12 years ago
          very nice color, sometimes it looks grey and other times it look light blue. It goes on good and stays on for weeks.

          Yes, I recommend this product.

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          mclearh2o
          Allendale Charter Township, MI, United States
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          Age18 to 24
          4 out of 5 stars.

          Great color!

          12 years ago
          I love this color, it is perfect for every season and every outfit. However, it does chip fairly easily.

          Yes, I recommend this product.

          Originally posted on essie.com

          Nicolerodzz
          San Juan, Puerto Rico
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          Age18 to 24
          5 out of 5 stars.

          Timeless!

          12 years ago
          One of ny favorite shades. It's a classic, timeless shade that goes with every outfit. A must buy!

          Yes, I recommend this product.

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          knk13
          WV, United States
          Review1
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          Age25 to 34
          5 out of 5 stars.

          My signature color!

          12 years ago
          Hands down, my favorite polish ever. Casual elegance, goes everywhere and with everything!

          Yes, I recommend this product.

          Originally posted on essie.com

          Caitvdv
          Waukesha, WI, United States
          Review1
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          Age25 to 34
          5 out of 5 stars.

          Favorite ever!

          12 years ago
          I own over 100 nail polishes (80% essie!) and I could wear this one everyday!

          Yes, I recommend this product.

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          Teew
          Rock Hill, SC, United States
          Review1
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          Age35 to 44
          5 out of 5 stars.

          Amazing

          10 years ago
          This color is so amazing. Perfect winter mani! Love!

          Yes, I recommend this product.

          Originally posted on essie.com

          ezaw
          Review1
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          Age18 to 24
          5 out of 5 stars.

          Unique and sophisticated color!

          9 years ago
          I'm not a fan of grey shades since they tend to wash me out (my sintone is very fair and quite warm), so at first I wasn't sure how this color would look like on me. But I totally love it! It turnes out that it's a very changeable shade, hard to describe. I'd normally say that it changes from a milky medium/ light gray with blue undertones when in the shadow to a lovely milky/soft/dusty/ periwinkle/blue in the sun. On my warm skin it is usually blue, which I like. It resembles a sky on a cool rainy day (I think I will love wearing it especially in early spring). It is quite moody, but with a softness that makes it feminine and skin-friendly. Blue undertones are more or less but always visible (especially on warm skin), but overall, the color is muted and it should go well with everything. I'd say it could flatter many skintones (those with warmer yellow undertones too:) An interesting alternative to nude nail polishes for those who like blues and greys on their nails. The shade is neutral, work/school-appropriate, very sophisticated and unique at the same time. A good base color for nail decorations. It applies somoothly and there is no chips for a few days. Two coats for a full cover. It is probably my all-time favourite neutral nail polish.

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