Guest post by Fabulous Collections
Whatever the occasion and whatever
your style, there is no better way to complement your outfit than with designer jewellery and of
course, fantastic nails! In the past few years nail art has gone from being the
quirky touch of the dedicated, to the essential finish for just about everyone.
So here are our top 5 tips on what every girl needs to get
started.
Equipment
If you are serious about nail art
then you need to get yourself set up with a few essential items to make the
transition from dull to funky, with minimal hassle. First and foremost,
experiment with nail polish brands until you find one that works well for you
and don’t forget to try acrylic craft paints, too. When it comes to implements,
there’s no need to invest in a professional nail art kit; tooth-picks and
fine-art brushes from your local craft store are just as efficient for the
creation of eye-catching designs.
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Start as you mean to go
on
Don’t fool yourself into thinking
you can scrimp on the groundwork when it comes to nail art because the success
of your final creation will rely entirely on your base. Make sure you apply two
coats of your chosen base colour so that your nails are nice and strong and
ensure the finish is smooth and completely dry. Using a higher quality nail
polish will be a worthwhile investment for this part – remember, this is your
canvas!
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What’s your
Style?
It’s so tempting to throw yourself
in at the deep end trying to create elaborate and daring designs immediately,
but some of the most eye-catching nail art is actually very simple. Try starting
with basic dots then move on to trailing dots by applying the polish dot after
dot without re-dipping. You can make flowers with dots and even swirls by
dragging the wet dot outwards using a toothpick. When you have a little more
confidence try drawing a simple shape onto each nail before filling it in and
remember, more ornate designs can be practiced on paper
first.
Accessorise
The easiest way to take your nail
art effortlessly from day to night is by adding a few touches with sparkling
jewels and stickers. These can be added quickly with a little dab of nail glue
and will accentuate any design you already have in place. You could also try
mixing some glitter with nail polish before painting it onto your style using a
delicate brush – perfect to jazz up a plain block colour, or finish off a flower
centerpiece.
Taking
Care
It doesn’t matter how beautiful
your nails look, if your hands are dry and cracked, that’s all anyone will
notice. Make sure you wear gloves when you do household chores and indulge in a
daily moisturising treat to keep your skin soft and supple.
Nail art is a wonderful way for
everyone to really show off their personality so if you don’t have the
confidence to be daring in your dress, why not pour your personality into to
your nails instead!
