OPI's Marquis D'Mauve isn't mauve in any way, shape, or form. On my pale with slight yellow toned skin it's a warm medium-light copper with warm rosy undertones. The finish is shimmery and has a "lit from within" glow. The application was very smooth and opaque in three coats. Wear time was my usual OPI six to seven days with Seche Vite topcoat. IMO this is the perfect fall color and I'd definitely buy it again.