Pale pink became popular in the distant 80s, and is still welcomed in design, makeup, clothing and manicure. On the nails, pink shades may seem impudent and frivolous, provocative and feminine. Modern women of fashion paint them with a palette of berry mousse, cotton candy, pale fuchsia, and hundreds of other romantic shades.
Color features
The nuance of pink is considered a natural, neutral and organic solution for any style of clothing. Such a design will turn out to be universal because it successfully looks on long and short nails of any shape. Pay attention to the light pink color and its airy sophisticated palette for several reasons:
- he never looks vulgar and defiant;
- visually lengthens the nail plate;
- visually lightens dark skin, makes it soft and velvety;
- the color will perfectly complement the glamorous, vintage, rocker, Barbie and other clothing styles;
- A pale pink powdery palette allows you to improvise with a nail design.
Despite this, a similar color does not always harmonize with too pale skin. In addition, it requires the perfect manicure.
History of trends in the palette
After the 90s, the wave of eclecticism and kitsch abruptly subsides. Fashionistas get tired of constant experiments and causing red nails. The shape of the plate also changes: “sharp claws” are inferior to the “soft square”. In the hands of women, more and more often, nude pastel colors are found, the famous jacket is drawn.
Since 2010, masters of the nail industry have been offering gel coatingspampering the weaker floor with numerous design tricks.After a couple of years on fashion catwalks, fashion models show short nails with a monophonic coating: black, dark purple, blackberry, blue.
The era of nowhere, beige-white and light pink palettes is returning to 2014, but in a new role. On the background of ash, powdery pink, pearl, minimalistic geometric patterns, moon manicure loom, rhinestones and beads glisten.
Popular shades
A wide range of varnishes, varnish gel creates special collections with dozens of trendy colors. In the next season, they will not lose popularity:
- ash pink;
- softened warm salmon;
- discreet coral;
- beige nude;
- flamingo;
- pink cherry.
Each of these shades will successfully fit both in the evening bow, and in the official, beach, wedding, perfectly dilute the casual casual look. The uniqueness of color determines its combination with almost the entire palette. The most harmonious purple color looks with white, black, gray, golden, silver, lilac and other tones.
In modern nail art, various experiments are allowed. It is enough to choose the correct form of nails, a suitable shade and an experienced master, as it will be impossible to take your eyes off your hands.
Design
Among the many variations in the design of nails, the leading position is still occupied by the French. He looks both elegant and airy, gives his owner coquetry and femininity. French is performed in two ways:
- puppet - pink base with a white edge;
- reverse - when the “smile” line is drawn in pink, and the background of the nails may be the most unpredictable (white, black, silver).
The nails acquire incredible freshness and softness with powdery shades, charming fuchsia and the color of cotton candy. In addition to the French, you can choose for yourself any suitable design.
Lace painting
Against the background of pink tonality, white lacy painting will look great. This design is often used by brides, because it looks solemn and luxurious. Due to the fact that pale pink is not very striking, such a lace manicure can be worn everyday. The effect of glamor is achieved by combining it with leather accessories, fur and jewelry. Lacy painting can be voluminous, which is obtained by sculpting on nails, gluing beads and rhinestones.
Moon manicure
It gently and refinedly looks on any form of nails, but it is especially beneficial when using monophonic varnish, without gradients and patterns. The maximum that you can decorate a lunar manicure with is a path made of small crystals, a laconic geometric pattern.
Ombre
When mixing and choosing the right powder, nude and ash pink shades, the ombre design will look trendy. This technique in nail art is very popular. Here you can use 2-4 tones of the selected color, making soft transitions, as in a soap bubble. To do this, the master makes little effort with the help of a decorative porous sponge.
The combination of dullness and gloss
A tougher look will be the harsh transition from matte to glossy pink. As a complement to the design, it is recommended to use rhinestones, beads, foil, sequins and other elements.
Monolithic matte
In this design, the nails acquire a charming marshmallow look, and the image of their owner - luxury and charm. Especially elegantly matte pink nails look on dark skin against the background of large gold bracelets and rings.
Graphic arts
In pursuit of individuality, fashionistas do not mind diluting their everyday bows with interesting tricks. Graphic manicure, 3D drawings, ornaments and artistic sculpting are immortal trends. Ornate lace patterns that are obtained using monograms, stamping, slider stickers, holographic stripes are appropriate here.
Rubbing
A manicure with a pearl rub on a nude basis looks stunning and bewitching.Pink nails acquire the effect of a mother-of-pearl veil, which will certainly add femininity and romance. Laconic floral pattern on individual nails, encircling a silver “strap” made of rhinestones - such nail art will certainly attract attention.
Rainbow rub
The effect of the “unicorn” is especially popular this season. Fashion trends increasingly advertise rainbow notes not only in the field of manicure, but also on the catwalks. Masters suggest creating a chameleon effect on a winning light pink base. This technique changes the main tone of the nails, adds an image of fairy tale and charm.
Adding a touch of glamor and chic to the image, you can turn to the cat-eye technique, marble manicure. Dreaminess and sophistication will add the negative space technique, made in pale pink. The essence of this technique is to leave an empty hole or a lunar “smile”, chaotic strokes, underlined in color.
Decorative elements
Any pink can always be complemented by an interesting design, depending on your preferences and tastes. Short nails, as a rule, are decorated with rhinestones (no more than 3-4 pieces) or geometric patterns. On long nails, the track made of rhinestones looks spectacular, a shiny “snake” or an iridescent “strap”. Faceted rhinestones of small diameter fit into any type of manicure: wedding, holiday, everyday. The design with rhinestones successfully combines with painting, shellac or plain coating.
The most fashionable decorative elements for a light pink base will be:
- rhinestones, shiny iridescent stones of various shapes and sizes;
- foil or “broken glass”, relevant in both summer and winter decor;
- kamifubuki, a variety of confetti;
- sparkles, which are one of the main favorites of girls in combination with the powder base of varnish;
- foil strips, giving the image of coquetry;
- glitter that looks incredibly luxurious in mint, blue, delicate coral and purple against a background of pinkish textures;
- flock, which is suitable only for eccentric and self-confident girls.
See how to make a soft pink nail design with rivets in the next video.