By Marianne Mychaskiw, InStyle
If you consider Essie a staple brand in your nail arsenal, you've got that in common with Queen Elizabeth and Duchess Kate.
[post_ads]The famed nail brand has been in business since 1981, and according to their timeline,
it's the only formula Queen Elizabeth will allow on her royal digits.
In 1989, the Queen's hairstylist reached out to Essie and requested a
bottle of Ballet Slippers, a pale pink neutral that still exists in
their current line, and is probably sitting on your bathroom counter as
you read this. It's also reportedly the only nail color Queen Elizabeth
would wear.
Essie Nail Polish in Ballet Slippers
The
Essie connection among the Royals is a real thing—in 2011, Kate
Middleton chose to wear Essie's Allure lacquer for her wedding to Prince
William. In the time leading up to the Royal Wedding, the Duchess
reportedly took makeup lessons and did her own look for the event, so we wouldn't totally be surprised if her nails were her own handiwork as well.
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Essie Nail Polish in Allure
Allure
is similar in tone to the Queen's favorite Ballet Slippers hue, but
errs more on the side of white than pink. Both hues work well with just
about every skin tone, and have a foundation-like effect on your digits
in that they impart an even, clean finish in just two coats.
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