Zoya Tomoko

Zoya Tomoko, full sun, outside

Today, I excitedly put on my test drive of Zoya's Tomoko. It's described as a romantic champagne silver, and, as it is part of their Pixie Dust collections, it has a sparkling, matte, and textured finish.

Zoya Tomoko, inside, flash

For once, I don't think I would agree with Zoya's description. Generally, I think they're pretty spot on, but I can't see the silver in this polish; I'd go for gold. Maybe it could lean champagne, but against my skin, I think it looks very yellow.

Zoya Tomoko, outside, shade

Maybe it's because I have a lot of red/pink in my skin, but I don't think this is a polish I would wear again. Tomoko is listed as a cool color, and I do think it is fairly cool in tone, but it's not one that I can really get away with. Maybe it's the yellow hue? Cool colors are my best, in general, but this one just doesn't jive with me. It makes my skin tone look off, instead of complimenting it. I think if you have darker or really tanned skin, this may be totally fabulous on you. It really just... wasn't on me.

Zoya Tomoko, inside, artificial light

In terms of a gold or beige Pixie Dust, I think I'll stick with Godiva. It looks more natural on my nails, and has a gorgeous shine. If you're looking for a true silver, I would go with one of two options: London, or Nyx. I have pictures of Nyx on this blog--it looks silver in some lights, but definitely blue in more direct lighting. I don't have London, but I think that may be the truest silver Pixie Dust.

Zoya Tomoko, inside, natural light

This was a very rare disappointment for a Zoya polish. The formula was great, it was fully opaque in two coats, and is very easy to apply. It's definitely Zoya quality. It's just not the color I was expecting it to be, and it doesn't work at all with my skin.

It's a sad, sad day.

Zoya Tomoko, outside, full sun, closeup

I put a layer of Miranda over it to see how that works, but Tomoko just isn't one that I'll be wearing again. Sigh.

Here it is with Miranda over it. I think it's rather pretty. Because Miranda isn't too saturated with pigment, one very thin coat almost gives a very slight peach effect. It's super subtle, but I dig it. I'm a huge fan of Miranda in general, though, so I felt I should note that.

Zoya Miranda over Zoya Tomoko. Inside, natural light

Zoya Miranda over Zoya Tomoko, flash, close up

Sorry, kids. I wish I liked this one better than I did. Until next time,

Emily, The Manic Paintress