Beauty
Beauty school: How to master the nude nail
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Beauty
Beauty school: How to master the nude nail
Claim to fame: A M.A.C Cosmetics senior artist and New York City dweller, Blair is a rarity in the beauty game. Instead of sticking to one discipline—makeup—she's also a master manicurist, known for her inventive editorial and runway designs.
The look: Barely there pink, white and nude polishes emerged as the number one nail trend at the fall shows this year. Old-school neutrals were spotted at Diane von Furstenberg, Oscar de la Renta and Kate Spade, giving models' hands an uber-groomed appearance. Nude enamels have long been a manicurist's secret weapon. "When you're crafting a mood on the runway, nudes are often the right choice for creating a well-manicured look," says Blair.
Nude nails are anything but boring. But if you're worried, try highlighting the hue with a compelling shape or texture. A perfect oval will elongate fingers. For Blair, a glossy topcoat hits the sweet spot. "Glossy nails look extremely elegant and expensive." She's also a fan of sweeping on a thin layer of iridescent shine. "It's lush and makes nails look healthy and interesting."
Pro tip: Blair's one-shade-fits-all nude polish is Quiet Time ($19, maccosmetics.com). "It has a grey hue that works on almost all skin tones." If you're a real perfectionist, Blair suggests cocktailing: Her secret backstage blend is an equal-parts mixture of M.A.C's Quiet Time and Skin.
Nail art doesn't have to be difficult. Try these three quick and easy nail art designs.
The look: Barely there pink, white and nude polishes emerged as the number one nail trend at the fall shows this year. Old-school neutrals were spotted at Diane von Furstenberg, Oscar de la Renta and Kate Spade, giving models' hands an uber-groomed appearance. Nude enamels have long been a manicurist's secret weapon. "When you're crafting a mood on the runway, nudes are often the right choice for creating a well-manicured look," says Blair.
Nude nails are anything but boring. But if you're worried, try highlighting the hue with a compelling shape or texture. A perfect oval will elongate fingers. For Blair, a glossy topcoat hits the sweet spot. "Glossy nails look extremely elegant and expensive." She's also a fan of sweeping on a thin layer of iridescent shine. "It's lush and makes nails look healthy and interesting."
Pro tip: Blair's one-shade-fits-all nude polish is Quiet Time ($19, maccosmetics.com). "It has a grey hue that works on almost all skin tones." If you're a real perfectionist, Blair suggests cocktailing: Her secret backstage blend is an equal-parts mixture of M.A.C's Quiet Time and Skin.
Nail art doesn't have to be difficult. Try these three quick and easy nail art designs.
| This story was originally titled "Nude Nails" in the September 2014 issue. Subscribe to Canadian Living today and never miss an issue! |
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