Located in the heart of NYC on Manhattan, Ricky’s is inspired by everything that is New York. The company recently reformulated and relaunched their house brand nail polishes, presenting the RickyColor Collection [formerly Mattesse Elite]. There are 17 core shades plus seasonal collections, and I got to try six of them.
BRAND OVERVIEW
“An edgy, ultra-hip “beauty shop” specializing in unique fashion accessories, cosmetics, and beauty supplies, Ricky’s NYC has been a part of New York’s urban chic culture for nearly two decades. From style-conscious teenagers and their suburbanite moms to Hollywood celebrities and their professional stylists, Ricky’s NYC plays host to a diverse, cult-like following of clientele.”
AN01 Final Share Weekend is a bright neon cool pink creme, pictured with two coats of nail polish and a top coat. The color is very bright and fun, and the formula is super pigmented; could easily be a one-coater. The polish is a bit thick, making it a great option for stamping. The shade went on evenly without streaks and bubbles.
711 Rent Controlled is a medium warm poppy red creme, pictured with two coats of nail polish and a top coat. Goes on very smooth and streak-less, but the formula is also on the thick side.
954 5th Floor Walkup is a pastel seafoam creme, pictured with two coats of nail polish and a top coat. It was the thickest of the bunch, and I had to repaint one finger, because it seemed to streak a little. Stunning color nonetheless.
861 Rooftop Margaritas is a neon yellow creme jelly with fine cool green shimmer, pictured with two coats of nail polish and a top coat. This color is very unique, mainly because of the barely visible green shimmer peeking through. It’s semi opaque, so it can be used in a jelly sandwich with some glitters. Great color for Summer, I’ll definitely be rocking it this year!
919 Grade Pending is a very pigmented dark greige creme with a hint of purple [looks like this color is called Rum], pictured with two coats of nail polish and a top coat.The formula is just right, not too thin not too thick, making the application a breeze.
811 Bridge and Tunnel is a fine silver metallic foil, pictured with two coats of nail polish and a top coat. It really didn’t need the top coat at all, but I just like to add it to even out the texture. The formula is fantastic! The application was quick and even, without any streaks and smudges, and it dried very fast.
THE VERDICT
RickyColor polishes feature a nice fast-drying formula, but some colors are slightly thicker than others, making them great choices for stamping. I was especially impressed with Bridge and Tunnel silver foil, because it performed better than other metallics I’ve tried. On my nails the polish lasted 4 days before it started chipping.
PRODUCT RATING
84%, B
Formula 10/10 | Application 8/10 | Pigmentation 9/10 | Longevity 7/10 | Product 8/10
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
$6.50 USD for 0.56 oz. Available exclusively at Ricky’s.
Love Rent Control! That’s so my color 🙂
Hi Destany — I can totally see you rocking it 🙂
These are beautiful colors, I love that the rebranding and new bottles! I think Bridge and Tunnel and Rooftop Margaritas are my favorite of the shades here. Great swatches!!!
Hi Judy — Glad you liked Ricky’s new polish collection, I’m a huge fan of those two colors myself. And thank you! 🙂
THAT SILVER! All the colors look nice and had no idea Rickys was doing polish
Hi Norah — I adore that silver, too, and it has perfect formula for a metallic polish.
These colors are sooooo GORGEOUS. I am loving Grade Pending OMG wow that is a great dark grey purple like shade. Beautiful nails and great post!!!
Hey Jamie — I’m with you, these colors are gorgeous! And thank you!
These look fabulous! I especially love the bright pink!
Hi there — So glad that you also like the colors, that bright pink is one of my favorites as well.
Rooftop Margaritas! Yes please!
Hello — Aw yeah, that sounds so heavenly right about now! And we got nail polish to match the occasion 🙂
Wow, these look fantastic. I’m lusting after Grade Pending!
Hi Jessica — I know, right? Grade Pending is so pretty, it’s perfect for Fall/Winter.
Rooftop Margaritas reminds me SO much of Essie Funky Limelight. Love it!
Hi Noelle — That’s right, I was trying to remember what it looked like but couldn’t. I don’t think Funky Limelight had any green shimmer in it though, but the colors look so similar!
YES! Give me all the bright colors!! Great swatches!
Hi Eugenia — Glad you like the swatches, those bright colors are great for Spring and Summer 🙂
Love that pink!
Hey Phyrra — That pink is so perfect for you!
I love the bright colors. Amazing swatches!
Hi Kelly — Glad you liked the swatches! I’m a huge fan of bright colors, too, especially for Spring and Summer.
Hooray for awesome formulas!!
Hi Kimberly — Yay! I’m especially happy with that dark greige and silver.
Great summer colors!
Hello there — These are certainly perfect for the warmer months. I say, bring on the flip flop season! (not like we’re going to see it anytime soon here in Michigan, though)
Ooh – these are gorgeous summer shades. I haven’t tried anything from Ricky color but I always hear of great things 😉
Hi Honey — I’m glad that you heard great things about RickyColor polishes, the formulas are pretty nice, some better than others, but I think the colors are just so fun and vibrant.
Love how shiny they are! That hot pink is my fave.
Hi Ashley — So happy that you like them, too! I’m a huge fan of that hot pink myself, I think it would be perfect for pedicure in the Summer.
These look amazing! So glossy!
Hi Brooke — Glad you like the colors! The glossy effect is probably due to my top coat, but most of these polishes are glossy on their own.
That silver is SPECTACULAR!
Hi Laura — I didn’t doubt for a second that you would fall in love with that silver, after all you and I have such similar taste 🙂 It’s fabulous!
The hot pink is by far my favorite one
Hi Betzy — Glad you like that pink, it happens to be one of my favorite colors in this collection, too. Now all that’s left is for the weather to get better in my area so I could finally wear flip flops outside 🙂
I haven’t tried these yet – I did love Matesse Elite, though! The 919 greige is so my jam. Want!
Hi Nidia — I haven’t tried Matesse Elite, or anything by Ricky’s before, so this was a brand new experience. It’s good to know that you liked their previous formula, since you are pretty much my trusted nail polish expert 🙂
Mint green and silver for the win. I like the font in the bottle.
Hi Kath — Those two colors are fabulous, alone and together. I haven’t thought about it, but you’re right, the font is really cute.
Ohh I love that roof top Margarita Color! It’s nice!
Hi there! — I love that color too, and the name. Makes me think of Summer 🙂
I love the Bridge and Tunnel!! I am totally picking that up. Alisia | Some Writers
Hi Alisia — So happy that you also love Bridge and Tunnel, it has hands down one of the best silver metallic formulas from the ones I’ve tried. Look forward to hearing what you think!
Gorgeous shades! I think I love them all 😀
LOVE all of these gorgeous glossy colors! (I may have already commented but I wanted to again anyways lol!)
These are absolutely gorgeous but 5th Floor Walk Up is my favorite!