Coloured Tips!

Badgley Mischka, Bill Blass, The Blonds, Chanel, Donna Karan, Joy Cioci, Ruffian, and Thakoon are all modeling this gorgeous look for fall.

A hot, new nail trend, dominating the runways, is a modern twist on the classic French manicure. The only rule: no white tips! Try experimenting with different combinations of base and tip colours. I love the look of silver or gold tips, paired with a dark base. It reminds me of jewelry for your nails!

I love having fabulous nails, but I hate the thought of spending so much money and time at a salon. Last time I went for a French manicure, I ended up leaving with eyelash extensions, an eyebrow tint, a bellybutton piercing, and no money. Whew- talk about a staff that’s great at their job. Getting pampered is fun, but if you’re looking for a cheaper alternative, keep reading! Here’s how to get this look at home. 

 After waiting for the base to dry, paint the tips your desired colour. Don’t have a steady hand? Use pieces of tape to mark off the tips, and then polish the uncovered area.Using a stencil creates a crisp line, free of mistakes. Carefully peel off the tape, and apply a top-coat to seal in your masterpiece. Once dried, clean up your cuticles with a polish remover pen (I love Sally Hansen Quick Care Clean-up for Manicures).

*Tip: For a half-moon arc, cut the tape to follow the natural curve of your nail.