Owl manicure is considered a fashion trend that attracts most girls and women. Stylish design ideas are full of variety and allow you to realize any fantasy into a real work of art on the nails.
Features
Owl manicure is an original and cute idea, with which you can decorate any nails. Due to the small dots that are located around the eyes of the birds, the owls acquire a mysterious appearance, and the sickle-shaped feathers become the main decoration in the design.
Most cultures consider the owl to be a symbol of wisdom. This opinion is not accidental, since these birds have excellent eyesight and can see everything without turning their heads. They are able to distinguish motionless objects even in pitch darkness. Many girls choose a nail design that depicts owls, based on the aesthetics of the image and the significance of the picture.
When choosing a manicure with owls, you should study its features:
- a similar design is suitable for nails of any shape;
- wide choice of color schemes;
- the ability to draw any owls, from realistic birds to cartoon characters;
- owls are suitable for any look.
Styles, Techniques, and Trends
The main "owl" trend is the combination of various techniques in one manicure. For example, the nail plate can be covered with a simple beige varnish, and the tips can be painted white. Using this method, you will get a popular French manicure. It is often used as a wedding or office design. However, in the classic variation, it looks a little boring. By adding a pair of owls to the nails, the familiar design gets a twist, and the owner of such a manicure can stand out from the crowd.
The glossy pattern will look good on a matte “porcelain” base.You can draw owls in any color, from light beige to darker options. The choice of color scheme may depend on the season, mood and varnishes that are at hand.
Some craftsmen like to combine graphic images of owls with cats. The cat-eye technique is used. You can also choose a design in the style of "dotting", which consists in the location on the nail plate of birds paired with figured cracking. Cracking should overlap the image with owls.
When choosing a design, the wizards offer the following tips for color trends:
- gentle nude basics with owls made in the schedule;
- jacket, which depicts graphic images of birds;
- bright and shiny base paired with graphics;
- matte base paired with glossy images or complement with rhinestones.
Most stylists advise older women to choose vanguard styles and not be afraid of this. Let the design be bright, but the pattern with owls will symbolize wisdom and tranquility, emphasize the strengths of the owner of a manicure.
For which nails is this image suitable?
A manicure with owls will look beautiful on nails of any length. To give brightness to the image, too short nails can be increased. A similar style will be relevant for any form of nail plates.
For owners of a rectangular or oval shape, the option of arranging the picture along the entire nail plate is suitable. You can also draw only the muzzle of a bird with a small beak in the form of a heart or a triangle.
An owl can be marked with several dots of bright color. You can apply drawings not on all nails, but only on one.
On long nails, the owl painted on the tip will look beautiful. Some craftswomen are able to create a panoramic picture that adorns all the nails on one hand. When choosing this option, you should choose only natural pictures. Cartoon variations in this case will be inappropriate.
Application Options
There are several options for applying owls to your nails.
- A full-fledged drawing of a bird. To create such a design, you need artistic skills along with a special brush to draw details.
- Sketchy or stylized image. It is created by simple points and simple lines.
- Owls made using the casting technique. This option is suitable for nail plates of any shape and length. Thanks to this design, you can achieve the effect of natural silver or gold.
- Using pre-made stickers Is the easiest way to create a design.
- Some girls use stamping. The procedure is to draw using a stencil. The necessary color is applied to it. A stamp is transferred to the nail plate.
Original ideas
Images of owls on marigolds make manicure a real work of art. Plain nails faded into the background, so modern girls are constantly in search of creative ideas. At the moment, images of owls diluted with pebbles, rhinestones and other additions are in demand.
Images of owls of different colors on each finger will look original. Marigolds will acquire a playful and playful look. When creating such a design, make sure that the selected colors are combined with each other.
Many designers recommend using sparkles. With the help of this addition, a solemn option will turn out with which you can go to an important event or visit a disco. Spangles give the nails an expensive and beautiful look.
An owl, drawn to its full height, will look beautiful on any nails. When drawing, the wings and the body itself should be depicted. You can dilute the owl with additional elements: glasses, a cap, a hat or even a handbag. However, creating such a design will require artistic skills or an experienced craftsman.Otherwise, the picture may turn out to be sloppy.
The location on each nail of different parts of the body of the bird. For example, on one nail the left part of the muzzle will be located, on the second - the right. On the third nail, you need to apply a beak, on the fourth - paws. Due to this arrangement, a fashionable and attractive design will be obtained.
The image of owls is often used when creating a wedding manicure. For him, you should decide on the accessories of the bride and choose owls that will be in harmony with the general image of the girl.
Black and white manicure with owls is a modern and fashionable option that attracts many girls. Black silhouettes of owls should be located on a white base. When creating such a design, you can use ready-made stickers or draw birds with your own hands. Stickers of different sizes are allowed. Some craftsmen draw in outline style. Due to this technique, the picture will not look corny.
Drawing owls in cartoon style. You can use it as an example of the heroes of Soviet cartoons or study the work of anime, Disney heroes. Ready-made stickers are sold in stores or experienced craftswomen will be able to reproduce any character on the nails. The surface of the nail plate should be multi-colored. This design is suitable for the summer season, vacation or creativity.
Manicure story on nails. Any plot can be positioned on several nails. An experienced manicurist will be able to capture different stories on his hand, thus creating a unique manicure. If it is not possible to consult a specialist or independently draw a “picture” on your nails, you can purchase ready-made pictures in stores. Design is suitable for any image: office, solemn and everyday.
French technique with the image of owls. The birds should be placed on several nails. This method will dilute the standard manicure and add zest to it. Color schemes may be different. Adding rhinestones will make the design solemn.
One of the options for self-creating manicure with owls, see the next video.