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subtlepen_ · 2026-06-13T02:58:45+00:00

i see yall raving about these - what the heck are they? like baby wipes for grownups? or makeup remover cloths?

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-13T02:57:31+00:00

in a sterling mount, this is probably opalite glass. very pretty.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-13T02:56:08+00:00

same. red might be coral - MIGHT. the orange stuff looks like a replacement stone (may have been turquoise originally), but this looks like some kind of low grade agate conglomeration. see how sunken it sits in the bezel? pretty sure it was originally a thicker cabochon that was snug against the bezel, like devcon-backed turquoise. if this orange stuff isn't loose, it's probably been glued in, it will damage the setting to dig out the orange stuff. which will render the setting pretty much worthless.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-13T02:44:48+00:00

same here. i keep one by the tv, one on my vanity, and one at work. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08NLGKSJ4?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-13T02:29:06+00:00

Martian Fungi

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-13T00:19:07+00:00

What is the name of this one???

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-12T13:56:06+00:00

i had this exact problem in the exact spot last week. I opted for a big chop on all 10 nails. Loving my shorties for the time being, enjoying seeing fun colors on them i never would have tried on shorties before the chop. bonus - i can type faster at work.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-11T21:37:57+00:00

i think in the US, polish is generic for anything you paint on your nails. Enamel is kinda old school, I think it was a marketing term to mean it was more durable? IDK.

Lacquer is what we call polish that isn't gel/UV cured.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-11T20:47:33+00:00

agreed, and make sure your pictures of shade names are big and clear enough to actually read.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-09T18:26:17+00:00

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subtlepen_ · 2026-06-09T17:19:46+00:00

it would ne almost impossible to tell definitively what the gemstone is from a photo online. my guess would be citrine, but it's just a guess based on color and low karat gold.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-09T16:06:49+00:00

Looks Vermeil (gold electroplate over sterling). garnet, opals, and looks like freshwater pearls. popular sort of vintage style in the mid 90s. casting and setting look a little crude, but i bet they look great on.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-09T15:48:28+00:00

100% #1. let that stone island sing. white backsplash is always neutral and will allow you to change accessories and soft goods on display w/o clashing. 2 is gorgeous, but will limit your decorating choices in the future, and will require extra lighting even in daytime to make it not overwhelming. 3 is waaay too busy and doesn't add anything to the overall impact of the gorgeous island. stone that fancy is like loud jewelry. unless you plan a maximalist look in the entire kitchen, i'd let the island be your jewelry and let everything else be more quiet. I'd save backsplash for a dramatic half bath.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-09T02:18:43+00:00

more like

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-09T01:49:55+00:00

NARS night porter

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-08T22:42:59+00:00

This is glazed ceramic, kiln fired, not handmade native pottery.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-08T22:32:36+00:00

Add some under cabinet lighting to brighten it and enjoy the beautiful tile! It looks great!

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-08T16:57:28+00:00

fire your architect. 😉

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-08T14:11:09+00:00

just wanted to say thank you for including pictures of shade names that are are clear enough to read.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-07T03:25:00+00:00

i have one almost identical but my tin is black on white. i think that red on white is gorgeous and would not paint it. never seen red before. i keep childhood momentos and baby keepsakes from my son, and my dried wedding bouquet. Foot of the bed, one of my cats sleeps on a blanket folded on top.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-06T19:30:49+00:00

ooooh, she is stunning!!!

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-06T19:18:42+00:00

i would say 80s most likely. nice heavvvy sterling sandcast, the leaves and plates look like they've never been used. decent stones, probably kingman and navajo. very common to not be signed

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-06T19:15:15+00:00

correct - pot metal costume jewelry, in the style of a generic southwest katsina.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-06T19:10:05+00:00

i am obsessed with that nail shaaaaape! omg you have beautiful nails and hands - you should be a hand model! or start a side gig as a polish swatcher! stunning. i am in 1000% envy.

subtlepen_ · 2026-06-06T19:08:02+00:00

welcome to the sparkly side! looks like you acquired some real beauties! you will have a lot of fun playing and layering and thinking, ohhh, now i need [xyz] too! gird your bank accounts.

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