Design Details
- 1This nail design features a beautiful blend of pastel purple and blue shades creating an ombre effect.
- 2Delicate floral embellishments and gold accents are strategically placed to add elegance and interest.
- 3The design is completed with tiny pearls and leaves which enhance the overall floral theme.
Items Needed for this Design
Nail Preparation
- Nail file
- Nail buffer
- Base coat
- Top coat
Nail Polish Colors
- Pastel purple nail polish
- Pastel blue nail polish
- White nail polish for flowers
- Light green nail polish for leaves
- Gold nail polish for accents
Nail Art Tools
- Detailing brush
- Dotting tool
- Spatula or tweezers for embellishments
Cleanup
- Acetone or nail polish remover
- Cotton pads
- Small brush for cleanup
Step by Step DIY(Do It Yourself) Guide
1
Prepare the nails for polish.
- File and shape the nails to the desired length.
- Buff the surface of the nails for a smooth finish.
- Apply a base coat to protect the nails.
2
Create the ombre background.
- Apply pastel purple nail polish to the tips of the nails.
- Use a sponge to blend pastel blue nail polish near the cuticle area.
- Ensure the two colors blend seamlessly and allow to dry.
3
Paint the floral designs.
- Using a detailing brush, paint white flowers on the desired nails.
- Add light green leaves around the flowers with a fine brush.
- Use a dotting tool to apply small dots of light blue for additional details.
4
Add gold accents and embellishments.
- Use gold nail polish to outline the floral designs if desired.
- Carefully place pearls and gold embellishments using tweezers.
- Seal everything with a top coat for shine and protection.
5
Clean up any mistakes.
- Dip a small brush in acetone and clean up around the nails.
- Remove any excess polish from the skin for a neat finish.
- Allow the design to dry completely.
Pro Tips
Work slowly and allow each layer to dry to avoid smudging.
Practice the floral designs on a nail wheel before applying to your nails.
Use a quick-dry top coat to speed up the drying process.
