Friends of Judy
Nail Polish: An Intelligent Story — or not?
By Brigett Owens
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he world of nail polish is a vibrant and colorful one, not just in terms of shades, but also when it comes to the names assigned to those shades. It’s safe to say that the names of nail polish colors often border on the absurd and whimsical, leaving many of us wondering just how creative or outlandish they can get. Let’s dive into the realm of nail polish nomenclature and explore why some might consider it utterly ridiculous.

First off, let’s address the obvious: nail polish names are all about marketing. Companies strive to make their products stand out, and what better way to do so than by giving them names that are catchy and memorable? From “Bubblegum Bliss” to “Mystic Mermaid,” these names are designed to evoke feelings and imagery that entice consumers.

However, there’s a fine line between creative and absurd. Some nail polish names can leave you scratching your head, wondering what on earth the color has to do with the name. “Unicorn Tears” or “Vampire’s Kiss” might sound intriguing, but when you’re trying to decide on a nail color, you’re more interested in the actual hue than the fantastical narrative.
In the realm of nail polish, absurdity often knows no bounds when it comes to naming colors. Here are some of the most outrageously whimsical and head-scratching nail polish names that have graced the beauty industry:

  • Alien Snot: Who knew extraterrestrial mucus could inspire a nail color?
  • Bacon Me Crazy: Because nothing says chic like nails named after a breakfast food.
  • Toadstool Tango: For those times when you want your nails to dance like fungi.
  • Dusty Library: Nothing screams glamour like the scent of old books, right?
  • Fried Chicken Frenzy: For when your love of fast food extends to your nail color preferences.

These names may range from the bizarre to the downright comical, but they all share a common goal: to capture attention and make the world of nail polish a little more amusing. Whether you find these names endearing or utterly absurd, there’s no denying that they add an extra layer of quirkiness to an already colorful industry.

Postscript

This entire entry was generated by AI. Not a single edit was made other than to delete an extensive (and questionably funny) list of nail polish color names. As you were reading this, especially if you know me, you may have found yourself trying to position me in this story—What color does she wear? Does she even have long nails? Why would she think this was funny or fascinating? Is there a message here? Why did I read this? Is she ok?

Perhaps the fine stiletto nail shaped point is this: it’s all bull. “Toadstool Tango” is a shade of green, much like Olive. So, here’s to the pursuit of the ambiguous and the absurd and flipping a well-manicured finger (in any shape or color) to definitions and assumptions. Perhaps that’s the final nail in this algorithmic made coffin.

Brigett Owens is a Friend of Judy