Ballet Slippers by Essie is one of the shades which Barbra has worn over the years. It’s also my favorite nail shade to wear because of it’s rich history. In fact, our monarch is so associated with the seashell pink, Essie Ballet Slippers, that royal folklore once suggested it was protocol to wear nothing stronger than a nude hue. ‘Such isn’t the case, though’, said royal correspondent Omid Scobie in 2018. ‘There’s no actual protocol about dark nail polish. It’s simply about being appropriate.’ What's most impressive is its staying power. After all, it shouldn't be that hard to find a dupe for a pale pink nail polish. But the texture sets it apart from the rest. "Many try to capture the soft, neutral pink color, but what's truly unique about Ballet Slippers is it's not-quite-sheer, not-quite-opaque look," says Remark. "The result is a soft pink veil of color that conceals nail imperfections and flatters your nails all while remaining clean and sheer." Plus, that translucence means it works for just about everyone, which might explain why it's a regular for brides (so much so that some bridal experts hold it as the standard). "It doesn’t compete with your dress and complements rings perfectly," says Sarah Gibson Tuttle, founder of L.A. nail salon Olive & June. "It's been a bride favorite forever." style>

essie® first base® smoothes and protects nails while adhesion-promoting ingredients help bond polish to the nail surface to resist chipping.

an eternal manicurist and fashion stylist favorite, essie's classic pale pink polish is graced with a subtle, sheer finish. this beloved award-winning essential is an iconic colour for all seasons. 

essie nail colour product benefits:

• extensive colour palette with hundreds of shades 
• high, glossy shine finish 
• provides flawless coverage along with outstanding durability 
• brush fits every nail size for streak-free application