Manicure fashion trends

The hands of a girl who takes care of herself should always look perfect. Soft skin, well-groomed nails, modern contemporary design, color and nail art style - all this will perfectly complement any look, from casual to festive. Stylists at any time agree that neat nails are at the very center of fashion trends. Design variations can be completely different.

In 2017, you can choose a manicure of bright colors, with interesting accessories and patterns. All this will help to create a unique fashionable image. At the same time, in the trend of this year, naturalness and femininity are in the first place, which can be emphasized favorably with the help of the right nail design.

Every girl can make a beautiful manicure with her own hands. To do this, you just need to practice a little and follow the advice of experienced craftsmen.

There are many types of manicure. However, two main varieties can be distinguished.

• The classic version is distinguished by the removal of the skin around the nail, called the cuticle, using tweezers. Usually thicker and rougher dermis is treated in this way.Despite the prevalence of the method, it has a sufficient number of negative qualities. With a lack of experience, you can injure the skin, which can lead to inflammation due to microbes entering the wound or infection. In order to make pruning qualitatively and painlessly, it is recommended to pre-steam the epidermis in a special bath.
• The European or unedged method may vary in execution, but when using it, the cuticle is not trimmed. It can be pushed back or removed with an orange stick after softening with products with fruit or lactic acid. In addition, it can be processed with a special manicure machine with various cutters. This technique is painless and least traumatic. Perfect for those who are just getting started in skincare. Does not require prior use of baths.

In order to perform a good home manicure, you need to prepare the necessary tools:

• manicure scissors will be required to change the length of the nails;
• tweezers are needed to trim the cuticle and remove burrs;
• with the help of files of various abrasiveness, you can trim the edges of the nails, give them the desired shape, grind and polish the surface;
• orange sticks are used to push back softened cuticles; a manicure spatula is used for the same purpose;
• in order to make the hand bath used before manicure more useful, you can add sea salt, various vegetable and essential oils to it;

• nail polish remover, preferably without acetone, so as not to harm the nails, and cotton pads;
• a tool for softening and removing the cuticle is needed when performing a European manicure;
• cuticle oil and hand cream are needed for subsequent care of the hands, enrichment of the epidermis with useful substances and microelements, moisturizing and restoring;
• nail polish of the desired shade or a combination of both, base coat and fixer will help create the perfect design.

Now let's look at all the steps to give a beautiful look to the hands in stages.

• First you need to correct the shape of the nail plate. Contrary to the established opinion that this should be done after the bath, remember that only a dry nail can be filed. Otherwise, the correction may lead to further delamination. Choose the length and shape you need. If you need a strong correction, use scissors. A slight shortening can be done with a file. Make sure that all nails are the same length, otherwise it will look sloppy.

• The use of baths will help to easily remove excess skin around the nail. To do this, enough water is collected in a bath, bowl or small basin to immerse the fingers. For greater benefit during the procedure, you can add a few tablespoons of olive oil and sea salt to the water. It is also useful to use essential oils during water procedures. For example, lemon is able to lighten the nail if it has a yellowish tint, and tea tree has a disinfecting effect. Keep your fingers in the water for about 10-15 minutes until softened.
• After the bath, you can begin to remove the cuticle. To begin with, the softened skin must be moved to the hole, and then removed with an orange stick.You can first use a special tool to soften and remove it. Areas that could not be removed with a stick can be treated with tweezers.

• At the end, you can start applying varnish. It is best to first degrease the nail with any alcohol-containing lotion. The base tool will help level the surface and make the coating more resistant. In addition, it often has useful properties that allow you to protect the nail from harmful effects. After that, you can apply colored varnish or apply the design that was originally conceived. At the end, a layer of fixative is applied. It will make the manicure more resistant, give it a finishing shine and completeness.
• After all layers of varnish have completely dried, use a cuticle care product., usually it is a nourishing oil that allows you to quickly restore and moisturize the skin. And do not forget about the care of the dermis of the hands, regularly use a cream suitable for your type.

The shape of the nail plate for any chosen design should be clear and accurate. Too long aggressive nails went out of fashion in 2017. All trends this year are aimed at naturalness and comfort. It is better to choose an oval shape or a soft square option for bright design options. Restrained prints will look great on almond-shaped nails.

The nail art options presented by fashion designers are located mainly on medium-length nails. You can, of course, choose any length that is convenient for you. Even short nails with the help of the right design can be decorated in both casual and festive style. And the lack of expressiveness of the short nail plate of the nail master is successfully compensated by bright colors and fashionable elements.

• The round shape of the nail plate is the most natural and simple. It can be used even with a short length, which increases the comfort of wearing it. Repeating the shape of the finger, it is always appropriate. This look was demonstrated by fashion stylists on models Dsquared and Alice+Olivia.
• The oval shape was featured on Christian Siriano and Carmen Marc Valvo models. This choice of design always remains in fashion due to the classic and medium length of the plate. It suits almost all girls.
• Almond-shaped marigolds have recently become fashionable. And they remain in trend in 2017, which is confirmed by the shows of Jeremy Scott and Tibi. It is noteworthy that the nails should be slightly elongated and pointed. But with the length you need to be very careful not to accidentally return to the hot zero.

The positive aspect of modern manicure is that it tends to simple and natural forms, so elegant plain nails covered with gel or regular varnish will look great.

It’s also nice that the fashion trends of 2017 can please everyone, because there are a huge variety of different shades.

• A calm nude manicure attracts a large number of girls due to its restraint and tenderness. Gray, beige marigolds, as well as soft shades of coral, peach and olive, will look relevant. Various accessories and bright varnish in combination with delicate shades in the base can diversify such a soft look.
• As with the choice of lipstick, pink is always relevant in manicure. Various shades of this feminine palette are especially relevant in the coming seasons.
• A bright range of red shades should definitely be noted in the autumn nail design. Saturated shades, such as burgundy, scarlet or wine, are perfect for a short length of nails.
• White alone can be very difficult to use. However, paired with the right accessories, it can be extremely trendy and look amazing. You can combine it with patterns, stripes and patterns in black or gold and silver textures.

• Strict dark color also remains in trend. It can be alluring blue, purple, even black tones.
• The green palette will be in high demand in the summer. You can choose the color of the nails from the juicy green tones of the grass, and from the delicate olive, emerald, turquoise and other shades of green.
• The gray haze on the nails looks great in the winter season, but then it will remain relevant. And combinations with metal elements will be the most interesting.
• The metal texture of nails is liked by many women and designers. To create it, varnishes of the color of silver or gold are used, and a special rubbing is used for the finish.
• Matte finish also remains in trend. This effect is helped to achieve varnishes with a velvet texture or a matte top coat.

The French manicure is an ageless classic. At the same time, it can be the finishing touch to any look: everyday, sports or office.

Modern nail designers consider the trend of using different colors in the design of the free edge of the nail obsolete. It is best to use an elegant tone of bone, light quartz or milky in 2017-2018.

A chic manicure can be created by combining a jacket with rhinestones, broths or beads. Often it is supplemented with the design of the hole, patterns and other elements. For example, some designers at the shows have relied on a thin vertical strip across the marigold.

A fashionable version of the jacket can be obtained by highlighting the edge with any color, and leaving the rest of the surface unpainted so that the natural nail is visible.

Lunar nail art is considered as standard as French. Usually it is distinguished by highlighting the nail hole in a contrasting color. In the classic version, the lunula is drawn in a soft semicircle at the base of the marigold. This design fits absolutely any shape and length of the nail plate. This year it is fashionable to make a lunar design in the form of a triangle or double circle.

Color combinations can be any, the main thing is that they harmonize well with each other. For example, a red base with a pink, golden or dark design will look good. The trend is also a combination of glossy and matte textures. But mother-of-pearl is better not to use in this design.

The new trend in the design of nails is style ruffian. It is distinguished by the coloring of the area near the cuticle. A contrasting color can fill a semicircle or frame the nail completely. A bright, black or shiny line framing the nail will be at the peak of popularity this year.

The hot summer period stimulates the appearance of bright colors and all sorts of their combinations in manicure. In addition, an interesting design can be created using prints of plants, fruits and berries, marine themes. fashion theme negative space, leaving elements of a clean nail in the design, has found application in the summer design. It looks very advantageous in combination with a floral ornament.

A simple and sophisticated design can be created using golden leaf designs on a fresh light green background.

In the summer and autumn of 2017, nail art with mandalas will be popular. They can be made in both dark and light shades. A skilled craftsman can draw such a delicate pattern, and you can create it yourself using stencils or stamps. A great solution would be to apply a mandala pattern on a gradient or ombre surface.

The ombre technique will look great on its own. You can make bright ones, for example, from pink to orange and lemon, and soft transitions from pale pink to white. In addition, it can be made in a fashionable matte finish.

Animal prints, such as leopard or snake and crocodile skin, on the nails will look very relevant this year. However, they do not have to be natural colors, you can use unusual combinations.

Ethnic themes are also extremely popular.Bright colors and unusual combinations in such prints are perfect for summer time.

Fashion nail designers associate the winter season with minimalism. In combination with geometric patterns, shapes and stripes, this design looks strict and sophisticated. It is recommended to use triangles, squares, circles or lines - all variations depend only on your desire.

One of the most popular destinations in winter is winter pictures. Only these are not the notorious snowflakes, but real miniature paintings. Sample models show that shades of blue, white and gray are in fashion. Christmas trees, flying snow and winter landscapes on the nails will look very attractive. If snowflakes are to your liking, it is better to opt for bright colors, multi-layered patterns and fresh combinations.

The combination of black and white is very relevant in the winter of 2017-2018. It can be geometric compositions or ombre.

For a festive look, nail stylists suggest using a manicure with a velvet-like coating. Bright shades of velvet background will be perfectly combined with rhinestones, stones and casting, creating a truly festive atmosphere.

Various drawings will look great in the actual manicure.

• Geometry is relevant in any of its manifestations. It can be delicate and feminine polka dots, lines of various directions, figures and ornaments.The combination of techniques, textures, colors will make each design original and different from others. A geometric ornament can visually correct the shape of the nail, for example, a vertical pattern will lengthen the plate.
• Ethnic Egyptian drawings will be in high esteem this summer. Black, blue and turquoise ornaments on a light background look very sophisticated and fresh. For beginners or lovers of minimalism, it is better to pay attention to geometric options, more advanced masters can depict pictures in more complex techniques, for example, the majestic pyramids or the well-known beauty Nefertiti. It is recommended to combine such nail art with stylized jewelry, it will be most appropriate on vacation or when going to the beach.

• Oriental hieroglyphs will add zest to your image. Their main feature, unlike other drawings, is the presence of meaning in any of the images. Therefore, in addition to a beautiful design, you can also get an encrypted message. Usually such an ornament is made black against a background of a contrasting surface. For example, a white, black, even red backing will look great.
• Animal prints on the nails are in fashion this year. For example, you can depict the skin of a zebra, snake, tiger or leopard on your fingers. This design looks very original even without the use of accessories. And the most striking trend is the use of unusual shades in such ornaments.
• Floral images are always fashionable. You can use any plants you like. Various decorative elements such as rhinestones, sparkles and glitter will help to make the image festive.
• Always in fashion and ombre technique, with the help of it, both a gentle transition and a whole rainbow can be depicted on the nails.
• Drawings of space and stars able to diversify any image.

Girls from a young age are taught to monitor the appearance of their nails. And as in everything else, in manicure they want to express their individuality. This must be done in accordance with the dress code established by the school. Therefore, a neat manicure and a neutral color are welcome. The delicate cream color of the base will go well with a variety of textures, including sparkles and glitter.

Cute manicure in pastel shades, fashionable versions of classics such as French and moon manicure, ombre and matte finish will look great on young beauties. An unsuccessful manicure can be obtained by using a large number of details and artsy elements.

Summer design can be brighter, you can depict fruits and flowers, marine themes, geometric patterns. It can be decorated with pearls, sequins, rhinestones, rubbing.

In modern manicure, various techniques can be used to help create a very unusual look.

• A neutral base decorated with bright confetti has become the trend of 2017-2018. The bright design looks very modern and unusual. You can combine them with other techniques and designs.
• A creative option is to use kamifubuki with a velvet finish. Circles are glued onto the base color coating, which are then covered with a velvet finish or a special soft texture. This will emphasize tenderness and naturalness.
• A new technique that you can easily learn at home is wet silicone painting. This technique, in the presence of imagination, allows you to create fresh and very creative ornaments.

• On wet gel polish, modern nail masters offered to perform drawings. Using this technique, flower patterns are created.
• A powdery substance called rubbing will help create a unique and interesting design. Depending on its type, it is capable of creating various effects: a mirror, a chrome surface, a prism effect, overflows, like on the back of a cockchafer. The basis for such a manicure is usually black.
• Especially fashionable this year, the use of mirror rubbing is the “broken glass” ornament. It looks very bright and does not require the use of additional decorations.

• The effect of the stone can be created by the master using an ordinary brush, water and foil. Usually marble is imitated, but there may be other options. This option will look good along with inlay and liquid stones.
• Smoke effect nails on a dark surface look very unusual and attractive.
• Three-dimensional manicure is actively used by fashion bloggers. A wonderful effect is the use of special sand that can make the surface look like plush or grassy. In addition, 3D elements made of acrylic or bulk gel can be used. The droplet design has gained particular popularity. When it is performed, a feeling of the presence of water droplets on the nails is created.

Youth manicure can display the most daring trends of 2017-2018 and their combinations.

Cool nail art will help you create broken glass techniques, use various rubbing, drawing on a wet surface. Young girls can draw various patterns and prints. A cool option will turn out if you make a design with cakes on a neutral background. For the summer version, a bright design with berries or fruits is suitable. Tropical plants will help complete the holiday design. Let's say the option with birds or starfish and shells.

Cool and stylish nail art can be created using the origami technique. The most commonly used stamps are fox, panda, owl, wolf, bear and other animals.

A delicate ethnic pattern can be obtained by combining folk ornaments with feathers.

Gothic design will be obtained by using geometric patterns on a black background, rubbing and various thematic decorations. A manicure with cats will look great on a young lady.

Fashion trends of 2017-2018, due to their diversity, will allow girls with any tastes and requests to create the most beautiful manicure in the world.

Especially ladies like the classic options in the new processing. French design and its variations will never go out of style. Consumers do not like only the design along the cuticle in a dark color, the girls considered it mournful and negative.

Gradient techniques, metallized surfaces and broken glass received approval. Many admire the ombre technique.

In this video you will find even more fashion trends for a chic manicure.