In the past year I have become absolutely obsessed with painting my nails. I find that it gives your style an extra notch of personality….something that can’t be communicated in any other way. Vibrant red shows a classic sophistication while black is edgy and utterly cool. Nudes are clean and crisp and colors bring out a playful side in anyone.

One nail trend that I have been reading about for months, but have been hesitant to try is a matte finish. I just couldn’t figure out how I felt about it.

However, on a recent lunch excursion to Ulta, I finally picked up a bottle to try out over my recently painted blood red nails. And guess what? I am simply put: OBSESSED. There is something so chic and edgy about the way my nails don’t give off that standard nail “shine.” It’s so…unexpected. And style that kind of sneaks up on me is my very favorite kind.

Have you tried matte nail polish? If so, what do you think?