CbL Spring 2016

2:27 PM

Hello everyone! I hope you're all doing well. This post is going to be full of swatches, as well as a lovely tribute by Leah Ann from CbL to a very good friend of hers. This spring collection is dedicated to that friend, her name is Helen. And at the end of these swatches you will be able to read this touching tribute to her... 


Did You Know You're My Hero?
Colors by Llarowe Did you know youre my hero
Colors by Llarowe Did you know youre my hero macro

On The Wings Of Eagles 
Colors by Llarowe On the wings of eagles
Colors by Llarowe On the wings of eagles macro

You Make Me Smile
Colors by Llarowe You make me smile
Colors by Llarowe You make me smile macro

Helen
Colors by Llarowe Helen
Colors by Llarowe Helen macro

Life Is A Highway
Colors by Llarowe Life is a highway
Colors by Llarowe Life is a highway macro

Miss You My Friend
Colors by Llarowe Miss you my friend
Colors by Llarowe Miss you my friend macro

Pretty In Pink 
Colors by Llarowe Pretty in pink
Colors by Llarowe Pretty in pink macro

Rare Jade
Colors by Llarowe Rare jade
Colors by Llarowe Rare jade macro
And now these words from Leah Ann to her friend Helen.

There are times in life that we find a person who inspires us.  Even though I have never met Helen as she lives an ocean away, she is my hero.  I always thought life was just a means to an end and that life was a painful journey with rich rewards at the end.  I was wrong.  Helen has shown me that I need to treasure each and every moment here on earth and to live as if tomorrow will never come.  Helen finds joy in the smallest moments and even in adversity.  She is and has been battling an illness with grace, dignity and a zest for life I have not seen before.  She reminds me that there are challenges in life that show us what is really important and how to meet those challenges head on and never give up.  My outlook on life has changed dramatically just from knowing this wonderful lady who is as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside.  Thank God for you Helen, it is an honor to be called your friend.  This collection was inspired by your spirit, your heart and your wonderful soul.

All of my swatches are 2 coats of color and top coat. All of them have lovely formulas. My favorite being Pretty In Pink, always a sucker for holo with pops of holo glitter. This collection gave me all of the feels, because I share many wonderful friendships with friends I've never met in person. 
If you would like any of these they will be available for pre-order on April 1st from 12pm-8pm on Llarowe.com 
A portion of the proceeds from this collection are being donated to Helen's charity:  https://www.willowfoundation.org.uk/donate 
Be sure to follow CbL on social media for future updates and swatches! 

Thanks for hanging out with me today, until next time! 
Xo, Lo


*Sent for swatching/review. All opinions are honest and 100% my own based on my experiences.

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12 comments

  1. This is such a touching collection! You're swatches are beautiful as always!

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  2. I love the shimmer in some of these, especially On The Wings Of Eagles !

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  3. Beautiful shades to tribute a friend. I think Helen is my favorite.

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  4. I so wish my macro shots were as beautiful as yours! Simply stunning ♡

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  5. Wooaaa you make me smile and Helen go directly to my wish list!! Gorge!!

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  6. Wooaaa you make me smile and Helen go directly to my wish list!! Gorge!!

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  7. Oh my gosh I love the sentiment behind these beautiful shades and your swatches are divine as always.

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  8. Super gorgeous polishes, I especially love the shimmers!

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  9. Beautiful shades, I love the polish names, so much feels.

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  10. Wow, these are gorgeous polishes, but I'm so sad for the situation that inspired them. It's a beautiful tribute.

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