This is the most lovely shade of black polish, which has never been my favorite. This is a pitch black polish with small pieces of glitter, or really more like shimmer. The quality is great. This polish applies evenly and is opaque in only one coat. The dry time is wonderful, too. My nails were completley dry in just a few minutes. I can't say much for the chipping factor. I am a hostess at a restaurant, so my hands are always touching menus, silverware, dishes, and the computer. So chipping is going to happen. However, this polish is holding up very well. After two days, there is no chipping at all.