essie launches new pastel nail polishes

US-based brand essie has launched six new pastel nail polishes inspired by the food of Paris’ cafes.

Part of the firm’s summer 2017 collection, the new nail polishes feature soft cream and metallic colours.

The collection also comprises red candy passion éclair my love, parisian blue-la-la is pastel, unforgettable lilac macaron baguette me not, sparkling apricot marmalade fondant of you, lavender pink foil s'il vous play, and iridescent sugar white sweet soufflé.

The products are currently available for purchase at $9 per bottle at essie.com, select salons, and beauty destinations in the US.

In May this year, essie also released nine nude nail polishes that are available in neutral sheer and saturated cream shades. These nude shades include light peach pink with a slight hint of black, an apricot tone, a light tan, a clean light grey, a light cinnamon brown, and a mossy green.

Founded in 1981, essie is a nail brand for beauty professionals, celebrities, and fashion icons. The brand offers more than 1,000 luxury nail polish shades designed for women and salon professionals.