Cirque Colors Kontiki Collection, & Back to Basics

Whether you're sipping on mojitos, jet-setting across the country or catching up on some well-deserved R&R, explore our latest release that will keep your nails looking hot in the heat. Inspired by endless summer days, we've created 3 limited edition lacquers each with a special color-shifting shimmer in a vivid translucent base. If you like Coronation, you will love The Kontiki Collection.

• Dear Dahlia - A hot pink "jelly" with multi-dimensional shimmer ($13)
• Thicker Than Water - A turquoise "jelly" with multi-dimensional shimmer ($13)
• Midsummer Night - A cobalt blue "jelly" with multi-dimensional shimmer ($13)

An arsenal of mani basics is a must-have for every beauty maven. We are excited to introduce our Back to Basics collection which include our essential Holdfast™ Base Coat and Liquid Laminate™ Top Coat. Additionally, two new creme colors will be available which make the perfect backdrop to our festive glitter lacquers.

• Holdfast™ Base Coat - A garlic-infused based coat that anchors and strengthens ($10)
• Liquid Laminate™ Top Coat - A quick-dry top coat that seals, protects and adds a glossy shine  ($10)
• Memento Mori - A black creme ($13) 
• Carpe Diem - A white creme ($13)

Also available as a set in an easy-to-carry case for $36.

The Kontiki and Back to Basics Collections will be available online at CirqueColors.com on August 5, 2014. Please refer to the Stockists page for participating retailers.

Cirque Colors Heritage Collection

From the Aztecs to the Inuits, Cirque Colors drew inspiration from the native cultures of the Americas to create a collection called -- Heritage. This collection consists of 7 vibrant holographic lacquers that celebrate the richly spirited traditions and arts of these indigenous groups. Sky Woman, a shimmering periwinkle, was inspired by the fabled creation story about the woman who fell from the sky. While the bright pink hue of Powwow embodies the dynamic music and performances honoring their heritage.

• Powwow - An electric fuchsia with a rainbow holographic finish
• Luminous Owl - An homage to iconic printmaker, Kenojuak Ashevak; A warm coral with a rainbow holographic finish
• Panacea - A flashy chartreuse with a rainbow holographic finish
• Cerrillos - A vivid turquoise with a rainbow holographic finish
• Sky Woman - A deep periwinkle with a rainbow holographic finish
• Xochitl - After the Aztec word meaning "flower"; A radiant orchid with a rainbow holographic finish
• Sani - The first-known Navajo silversmith; A silver foil with a rainbow holographic finish

The Heritage collection will be available online at CirqueColors.com on April 10, 2014. New lower prices for all holographic lacquers will be $13 (originally $15). Refer to the Stockists page for participating retailers.

About
Cirque Colors is line of hand-blended nail lacquers based in New York. The name Cirque, meaning ring or circle, represents the color wheel and the endless color possibilities in the continuum. Founder/Creative Director, Annie Pham, sought to develop colors that transcend those of conventional brands by experimenting with unique pigments and raw materials. All nail lacquers are 3-free, which means they do not contain toluene, formaldehyde or dibutyl phthalate (DBP). They are also scented with a blend essential oils that leave a light floral aroma after the polish dries. Made in the USA. For more information, please email info@cirquecolors.com.

Cirque Introduces the Alchemy Collection

Cirque Introduces the Alchemy Collection

Occult practices and medieval experiments are the theme to Cirque’s latest release - Alchemy. This 10-color arrangement showcases the magic and mysticism behind the transformation process with colors ranging from saturated yellow gold to shadowy grays to a geometric-inspired glitter topper.

• Magnum Opus - A mysterious purple-charcoal with a rainbow holographic finish
• Ica Valley - A golden beige micro-glitter mimicking sand dunes, only sparklier
• Arcane Fire - A deep ruby red with multi-faceted gold sparks
• Lichen - A golden olive that shifts to grassy green at different angles
• Mink - A chocolate brown with a rainbow holographic finish
• Baptisia - A shimmery midnight indigo
• Chrysopoeia - A sunny marigold with a rainbow holographic finish
• Stella - A romantic rose gold micro-glitter
• Chainmail - A cool gunmetal micro-glitter with holographic sparks
• Vectors - A bold glitter topper made of black glitter in myriad of shapes and sizes (best layered over other colors)

The Alchemy collection will be available online at www.cirquecolors.com starting October 23, 2013. Prices range from $13-15. For other retailers, please visit the “Stockists” page of the website.

Jeannie Vianney x Cirque - Coronation

JEANNIE VIANNEY AND CIRQUE INTRODUCE "CORONATION"

A Ring and Nail Polish Collaboration

Inspired by the resurgence of rose gold in the fashion world, award-winning jewelry designer, Jeannie Vianney, and popular indie nail brand, Cirque, have teamed up to create a special edition ring and nail polish duo. This eye-catching set exudes luxury and royalty by combining common monarchy symbols through shape and color.

True to Jeannie Vianney’s signature style, the rose gold-plated ring is modeled from a piece of lace cast into metal to form a crown shape. The delicate texture lends an air of elegance while the adjustable design accommodates most sizes. To complement the blush hue, Cirque designed a royal purple nail lacquer complete with multidimensional shimmer. The formula features a translucent finish that allows the copper sparkle to peek through while being buildable in 2-3 coats.

“We are excited about the collaboration since nail polish and jewelry go hand in hand. This partnership will be a great way to introduce our customers to each of our product offerings,” says Vianney. The two-piece set comes complete in a pouch and black gift box, making it the perfect package for gifting.

Price: $48.00
Available at: http://www.jeannievianney.com or http://www.cirquecolors.com
Launch date: October 8, 2013

For more information, please contact info@byjeannie.com or info@cirquecolors.com.

Cirque Announces the Arcus Collection

Cirque Announces the Arcus Collection

Inspired by hues of the rainbow, The Arcus Collection consists of 12 brightly-colored nail lacquers just in time for the summer. The first half of the collection explores the primary and secondary colors of the spectrum in variety of finishes from a fiery holographic red to a regal purple micro-glitter. The second half of the collection focuses on multi-colored "toppers", such as whimsical squares, punchy neons and polychromatic sparkles, designed to be used over existing colors.

• Vesuvius - A strawberry red with a rainbow holographic finish
• Sanguine - A chameleon orange that shifts to coral and gold at different angles
• Helios - A brilliant gold micro-glitter with holographic sparkle
• Erda - A glowing green that shifts to teal and blue at different angles
• Bejeweled - A royal blue with a rainbow holographic finish
• Queen Majesty - A radiant purple micro-glitter with glimmers of blue
• Le Invader - A rainbow confetti than consists of square-shaped glitter (best layered over other colors)
• Kaleidoscope - A rainbow confetti made with over 30 different types of satin-finished glitter (best layered over other colors)
• Electric Circus - A rainbow confetti made with bright neon satin-finished glitter (best layered over other colors)
• Lullaby - A rainbow confetti made with satin-finished glitter in soft pastel colors (best layered over other colors)
• Magic Hour - A rainbow confetti that consists of iridescent glitter in various shapes and sizes (best layered over other colors)
• Iris - A topper that adds rainbow shimmer over existing colors

The Arcus collection will be available online at www.cirquecolors.com starting June 3, 2013. Prices range from $13-15. For other retailers, please check the “Stockists” page of the website.

Arms and Armory x Cirque Introduces “Alter Ego” Collaboration

Arms and Armory x Cirque Introduces “Alter Ego” Collaboration

New York, NY (November 2012) - Just in time for the Holidays, New York-based artisans, Arms and Armory and Cirque, team up to release a unique project called Alter Ego, a special edition ring and nail polish duo. This set will be released December 3, 2012 and can be purchased through the Arms and Armory and Cirque websites.

With the advent of style blogs that feature everything from vintage finds to carefully selected “Arm Parties” and “What’s in My Bag” photos, its no surprise that fashion and beauty go hand-in-hand. By fusing the latest trends in these industries, Arms and Armory and Cirque developed an idea that would bring back a 1990s cult trend. Alter Ego is a collaboration that features an art deco-inspired ring, designed by Arms and Armory, and a cosmic black nail lacquer, handmade by Cirque. The gunmetal-plated ring has an adjustable band that can fit a range of sizes and boasts a black enamel triangle in the center. It is paired with an untraditional black polish that displays a bold prismatic flame when exposed to direct lighting.

This set retails for $42.00 and can be found at: armsandarmory.com and www.cirquecolors.com.

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Arms and Armory is a New York-based art collective specializing in hand crafted jewelry. Inspired by old mythology, science history and magic, Arms and Armory blends the ideas of the future with styles of the past to create beautiful works of wearable art. Contact: christina@armsandarmoryjewelry.com

Cirque is an artisanal line of hand-blended nail polish made in New York. The name Cirque, meaning ring or circle, represents the color wheel and the endless color possibilities in the continuum. Creator, Annie Pham, sought to develop colors that transcend those of conventional brands by experimenting with unique pigments and raw materials. Cirque nail polish is 3-free, which means it does not contain toluene, formaldehyde and dibutyl phthalate. Contact: info@cirquecolors.com

Cirque Exclusive for Mei Mei's Signatures

Cirque teams up with Singapore-based stockist, Mei Mei’s Signatures, to create an exclusive color, called “Fleur est Belle”. This petal pink evokes images of the warm tropics and pink flowers that emanate whimsical femininity.

Fleur est Belle will be exclusively available at meimeisignatures.com starting December 1, 2012 for 17SGD. Worldwide shipping is available (except to Italy).

About Mei Mei’s Signatures
Mei Mei Signatures is a Singapore-based online store featuring unique nail lacquers and nail care products from over 40 different brands. For more information about Mei Mei’s Signatures, please contact: inquiry_meimei@yahoo.com

About Cirque
Creator, Annie Pham, sought to develop nail polish colors that transcend those of conventional brands. By experimenting with unique pigments and raw materials, a distinctive handcrafted product was born. Cirque products are 3-free, which means it does not contain the toxic trio of toluene, formaldehyde and dibutyl phthalate. They are also scented with lavender and clary sage essential oils to lend hands a subtle scent as the polish dries. For more information about Cirque, please contact: info@cirquecolors.com

Cirque Objet d'Art Collection

Cirque’s sophomore release, Objet d’Art, consists of 11 opulent colors that exude luxury and decadence. Inspired by works of art, such as Hirst’s “For the Love of God” and McQueen’s “Savage Beauty” exhibition, the collection features a multitude of finishes from vibrant micro glitters to sparkling neutrals, all suited to creating an art piece on one’s own canvas.

• Cape Liz - A moody light blue with multi-dimensional shimmer
• Curiosity - A bright cherry red with gold flecks and shimmer
• Lonesome George - A jewel-toned green polish with a rainbow holographic finish
• Planet Caravan - A sparkly dark purple that shifts to orange and gold at different angles
• Lapis - A sapphire blue glitter polish with silver sparks
• Cypress - A rich metallic copper polish with a rainbow holographic finish
• XX - A rainbow glitter polish made with over 20 different types of holographic particles (best layered over other colors)
• Au - Cirque Online Exclusive: 23K gold leaf polish
• Book of Shadows - A silver-lavender with a shimmery foil finish
• Galinda - A mythical glitter polish with multi-sized pearl white glitter
• Hellebore - A dazzling spring green glitter polish with sparks of pink and fuchsia

The Objet d’Art collection will be available online at www.cirquecolors.com starting November 16, 2012. Prices range from $13-28. For other retailers, please check the “Stockists” page of the Cirque website.

About Cirque
Creator, Annie Pham, sought to develop nail polish colors that transcend those of conventional brands. By experimenting with unique pigments and raw materials, a distinctive handcrafted product was born. Cirque products are 3-free, which means it does not contain the toxic trio of toluene, formaldehyde and dibutyl phthalate. They are also scented with lavender and clary sage essential oils to lend hands a subtle scent as the polish dries.

For more information about Cirque, please contact info@cirquecolors.com.

Blogger's Note: Be sure to check out the Cirque press release post for swatches of these colors!