1This nail design features a festive holiday theme with a mix of red, silver, and gold colors.
2The design incorporates intricate patterns of holly leaves and berries on some of the nails, while others showcase glitter and rhinestone embellishments.
3Each nail showcases a different element, creating a cohesive yet diverse look ideal for the holiday season.
4The overall style is elegant with a touch of glam, making it perfect for holiday parties or celebrations.
Items Needed for this Design
Nail Preparation
Nail file
Buffer
Cuticle pushers
Base coat
Top coat
Nail Polish Colors
Deep red
Metallic gold
Silver glitter
Nude/skin tone
Green and white nail art polish
Nail Art Tools
Dotting tool
Nail brush
Rhinestones in various colors
Nail art gems
Cleanup
Acetone or nail polish remover
Cotton pads
Cleaning brush for nails
Step by Step DIY(Do It Yourself) Guide
1
Prepare the nails.
File and shape the nails to your desired form.
Buff the nail surface to smooth any ridges.
Push back cuticles and clean the nail bed.
2
Apply base coat.
Apply a thin layer of base coat to each nail.
Allow the base coat to dry completely.
3
Paint the nails with base colors.
Apply deep red polish to the thumb and pinky nails.
Apply metallic gold to the ring finger.
Use silver glitter on the index finger.
Paint the middle finger with the nude/skin tone polish.
4
Add designs and embellishments.
Use the green and white nail art polish to create holly leaf designs on the red nails.
Apply rhinestones and gems to the gold and nude nails.
Utilize a dotting tool to create small dots or accents on the silver nail.
5
Seal the design.
Apply a top coat over all nails to seal in the design.
Ensure that the top coat covers all embellishments without flooding them.
6
Clean up.
Use acetone and a brush to clean any polish around the cuticles.
Remove any excess product on the skin for a polished look.
Pro Tips
Choose high-quality polish and tools for the best results.
Be patient during each step to allow for adequate drying time.
Start with less intricate designs if you are a beginner to build confidence.
Consider using a matte top coat for a unique finish on some nails.
Practice your nail art techniques on a practice wheel before applying them to your nails.