We've tried out two impres sive-looking designs, that are quick to create and perfect for autumn. And with party season just around the corner, why not be ahead of the game and practise your skills. Here are our step-by-step guides to nailing two of this season's manicure trends.
KHAKI COUTURE
Don't be put off by green -this earthy tone is bang on trend and the silver tape adds a glamorous twist.Step 1:
- Prep your nails by filing them into your chosen shape - we went for oval as it gives the look a more feminine feel. Apply a base coat and let it dry.
- Take your khaki polish and paint a thin layer on each of your nails.Repeat with a second coat.
- Now for the tape. You'll need silver striping tape. Make sure your nails are completely dry, then cut off about 2cm of tape and lay it across your first nail.Don't worry about the overhanging bits - you can trim them off later.Repeat with your other nails.
- Once you've finished both hands, use nail scissors to neaten up the tape edges. Finish off with a layer of shiny top coat to stop the silver tape from catching. Let it dry completely.
PRETTY IN PINK
Sweet and sophisticated - this subtle nude look with an eye-catching accent nail will brighten up any dull day .Step 1:
- File your nails into shape and apply a base coat, as above.
- Nude colours often take a bit more building up than darker shades, so you might need three coats of polish in this step. We love the vintage rose shade, but any light pink will work.When applying the polish, remember to leave your ring fingers bare - you'll be paint ing those two a different shade.
- Take any gold nail polish (it doesn't matter which one, you won't really see it!) and paint it on your ring fingers. Apply a second coat of the gold and this time, while the paint is still wet, take glitter pot in gold filings and sprinkle a bit onto the gold polish. Tap off the excess glitter and repeat with the other nail.
