I've been wearing some simple plaid nails these past few days. I love the classic "lumberjack" red & black plaid, and I had an idea to create them a few weeks ago. My first attempt was kind of a fail, but I decided to give them another go, and I'm really happy with them this time!
I only used two polishes for this design, and no nail art brushes or tape, so these were very quick to do. The black is one of my favourites (a-England Camelot), which is super opaque, but what made this plaid work so well is the use of a red jelly (I used Essie Fishnet Stockings).
To create the plaid, I started with just one coat of red. This design is all about layering, so the base doesn't have to be perfect. Using the black I made a grid (two vertical lines, three horizontal), then with another layer of red I painted vertical and horizontal lines overlapping some of the black areas so they would appear faded, just like you would see on a plaid shirt.
What do you think of these plaid nails? I really enjoyed wearing them, especially in this weather. They looked so nice with a big knit sweater and boots!
Thank you for reading! :)
Kristin
These are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThe technique is perfect! I will definitely try it out. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThank you!! :)
DeleteSuch a cool technique, I want to try these!! Love them!
ReplyDeleteThank you!! I would love to see them if you do! :)
Deletethis manicure is spectacular and your pictures are amaaaazing. The color and clarity of the pictures are just perfect.
ReplyDeleteThank you!! I spend a lot of time on my photos, so that compliment is definitely appreciated! :)
DeleteGorgeous as usual!
ReplyDeleteThey look so perfect. I love them.
ReplyDeleteYour nails look so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI love how all these different colors match together. :)
xx julia
Thank you so much! :)
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