CND Shellac Spring 2013 swatches and reviews

I was super excited today to pick up the new Spring 2013 colors!
We needed more pastels!

The collection is called Sweet Dream Collection and the name I must say is accurate.
Below you will find swatches of all colors and a quick description.

Here is a shot of all of them: (click on the picture to enlarge it)

From thumb to pinkie we have:
Azure Wish:

It's a lovely baby blue with a tiny, tiny amount of shimmer. Application on the first coat was very almost watery so I was afraid that the second coat wouldn't cover but it did and the end result ended up quite opaque, yet still soft. It's not a very "chalky" blue.

Limeade:

Is a pearly, bright, electric, acid green. The application on the first coat was quite good but even with the second coat you can see VNL (visible nail line). I'm sure 3 coats would have amazing coverage.
I wish this color was little more pastel and little less pearly (and little less bright)

Grapefruit Sparkle:



This one reminds me of Beau. It's little more sparkly. At first I was a little disappointed but second coat gave it little more color and I'm sure I will get a lot of use out of this one in my salon. It's a medium tone very light pink. Very neutral, looks clean on the nails.

Cake Pop:

I was afraid of this one LOL. I was afraid that it would appear streaky. It's a cooler and more opaque version of Romantique. I have to say that the formula impressed me. It's very opaque with almost a chalky look (in a good way). 2 thin coats resulted in a even finish. I'm impressed. I know few clients that will go crazy for this one!


Lilac Longing:

Beautiful application. Similar to Azure Wish but little, tiny bit more pigmented. 2 coats look beautiful and even. Lilac Longing is a medium violet on a warmer side but it's not a mauve for sure. I wouldn't call it pastel either though. I do love the color and the application.

I would say my favourite colors are:
#1- Lilac Longing
#2- Cake Pop
#3- Azure Wish
#4- Grapefruit Sparkle
#5- Limeade

I'm curious how would you rate the colors...? Let me know!