Design Details
- 1This nail design features a vibrant yellow base with a mix of diagonal and vertical striped patterns.
- 2The stripes are created using a slightly lighter yellow and a white for contrast, adding depth to the overall look.
- 3Some nails are embellished with gold sequins, bringing a touch of elegance to the playful design.
- 4The combination of colors and patterns creates a cheerful, sunny appearance perfect for summer.
Items Needed for this Design
Nail Preparation
- Nail file
- Base coat
- Top coat
- Cuticle oil
Nail Polish Colors
- Bright yellow nail polish
- Light yellow nail polish
- White nail polish
- Gold glitter polish
Nail Art Tools
- Striping brush
- Dotting tool (optional for embellishments)
- Nail art tape (optional for clean lines)
Cleanup
- Nail polish remover
- Cotton pads or Q-tips
Step by Step DIY(Do It Yourself) Guide
1
Prepare your nails.
- File your nails to your preferred shape.
- Push back cuticles using a cuticle pusher.
- Apply a base coat and allow it to dry.
2
Apply the base color.
- Paint two coats of bright yellow nail polish on all nails, ensuring even coverage.
- Allow each coat to dry before applying the next.
3
Create the striped design.
- Using a striping brush, dip it in the light yellow polish.
- Draw diagonal stripes on some nails and vertical stripes on others.
- For added contrast, use white polish to create additional stripes, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
4
Add embellishments.
- Apply a layer of gold glitter polish on a few nails for decoration.
- Use a dotting tool to add small dots of gold polish for additional accents.
5
Finish with a top coat.
- Once all designs are dry, apply a top coat to seal the design.
- Allow the nails to dry completely.
6
Clean up.
- Dip a cotton pad or Q-tip in nail polish remover.
- Carefully clean around the edges of your nails to remove any excess polish.
Pro Tips
Ensure each layer of polish is dry before proceeding to avoid smudging.
Practice your stripe technique on a piece of paper before applying to your nails for better results.
Use nail art tape for cleaner lines when creating stripes.
Be patient; nail art can take time and practice to master.
