Design Details
- 1This nail design features a soft lavender base color with intricate hand-painted floral patterns in a darker shade of purple.
- 2Gold and silver striping tape is used to create elegant lines across the nails, enhancing the design's sophistication.
- 3Small white pearls are added as embellishments, providing a three-dimensional effect and complementing the overall aesthetic.
Items Needed for this Design
Nail Preparation
- Nail file
- Cuticle pusher
- Base coat
- Top coat
Nail Polish Colors
- Light lavender polish
- Dark purple polish for floral design
- Gold striping tape
- Silver striping tape
Nail Art Tools
- Detail brush for painting flowers
- Dotting tool for placing pearls
- Tweezers for applying embellishments
Cleanup
- Acetone or nail polish remover
- Cotton pads
Step by Step DIY(Do It Yourself) Guide
1
Prepare the nails.
- File and shape your nails to the desired length.
- Push back cuticles gently for a clean canvas.
- Apply a base coat to protect your natural nails.
2
Apply the base color.
- Apply two coats of light lavender polish, allowing each coat to dry completely.
3
Create the floral patterns.
- Using a detail brush, paint delicate floral designs with the dark purple polish.
- Add leaves and accents as desired, ensuring the design is cohesive.
4
Add striping tape.
- Cut small pieces of gold and silver striping tape.
- Apply the tape strategically across the nails to create sophisticated lines.
5
Apply pearls.
- Use a dotting tool to place small dots of clear nail glue where you want the pearls.
- Using tweezers, place the pearls on top of the glue and press gently.
6
Finish with a top coat.
- Allow the design to dry completely.
- Apply a top coat to seal in the design and add shine.
7
Clean up.
- Use acetone on a cotton pad to clean any excess polish around the nails.
- Wash hands to remove any residual product.
Pro Tips
Practice painting floral designs on a practice sheet before applying to your nails.
Ensure each layer is dry before moving on to the next step to avoid smudging.
Use a clear top coat to protect the design and enhance longevity.
Keep cuticles moisturized to maintain overall nail health.
