Delicate manicure in pastel colors always remains fashionable due to its style, versatility and the ability to use a huge number of shades and their combinations.
It will suit the evening, business and even sports style, decorate the delicate fingers of a young nymphet, emphasize the elegance of mature age, and become a harmonious addition to the innocent and pure image of the bride.
A palette of popular pastel shades
Each season brings new trends in fashion. And delicate manicure in pastel colors is no exception. This year the following shades are especially popular:
- beige;
- mint;
- yellow;
- pink;
- lilac.
Beige (nude)
Nude manicure is recognized among professionals as the most elegant and versatile, as it is appropriate in the office, at a party and social event. It is ideal for short nails because it visually lengthens the fingers and the nail socket itself.
Important to remember! The color of the varnish should be as close as possible to the natural skin tone, and the manicure itself should be flawless. The regrown cuticle and exfoliating nail plate will make the nude version sloppy and vulgar.
Mint
This tone is a bluish-light green shade that looks spectacular, both as an independent version and in combination with contrasting colors.
White, black and pink tones are a safe bet. Manicurists advise covering the joints of color transitions with special silver foil or rhinestones.
Mint nail art is most suited to the casual style.
Yellow
As an office and everyday option, it is better to choose calm shades of yellow. But, going on vacation or a party, you can afford bright sunny colors.
| Calm shades | Bright shades |
| Sand, honey, champagne, amber and linen colors are suitable for creating delicate pastel manicure.
| Lemon, saffron, lime, mustard colors may not repeat the shade in clothes, but simply blend harmoniously with it. |
Be careful! It is not advisable to give the nails covered with yellow varnish a pointed shape. Also taboo are yellow triangles, which look ridiculous in any design.
Pink is the most delicate
Pink manicure belongs to the classic style, the fashion for which is distinguished by enviable constancy. In addition, it is characterized by the widest color palette, which allows you to choose a shade suitable for any occasion.
Experts note that pink is the only option suitable for any shape and length of the nail plate.
Lilac - mysterious
Psychologists say that wise and balanced women choose lilac color for themselves. In addition, this shade has a calming effect on the human nervous system during prolonged contemplation.
Therefore, wanting to emphasize my prudence, or go to work that requires a lot of emotional stress, it is worth covering your nails with lilac varnish.
Pastel nail art for short nails
When designing a gentle manicure in pastel colors on short nails, the main thing is to choose the right color. Preference should be given to pink, blue and beige tones, accents on which can be made with contrasting lines, dots and other inclusions.
Pastel nail art for long nails
Delicate manicure in pastel colors on long nails, despite its mutedness, always attracts attention. Therefore, it is very important that the hands look perfect.
Even the most elegant shade of polish on unkempt long nails will look tasteless and messy.
Solid color manicure in pastel colors
The classic version of manicure, which uses a varnish of one pastel tone, is universal and does not go out of fashion. It is most harmoniously combined with the natural shape of the nail plate.
You can choose matte, glossy or pearlescent coating material depending on your personal preference.This manicure is appropriate for all ages, in all seasons, as well as for clothes of any style.
Original manicure options in pastel colors
For those who find a calm range boring, designers offer various combinations of shades, patterns, the use of decorative elements.
Rhinestones
Depending on individual preferences, to complement a gentle, calm manicure you can use rhinestones that never go out of style:
- transparent;
- pastel;
- contrasting;
- multi-colored;
- multicolor.
For applying rhinestones to nails, there are special applicator pencils made on the basis of a glue lead.
With their help, the stones are easily gripped, held in weight and attached to the desired place.
Note! When working with stones, it is very important to be accurate and proportionate. Do not completely decorate all your nails with them. It will be enough to create a clear line of rhinestones, lay them out in the form of small geometric shapes, or place one crystal on the tip of the nail plate.
Nail art experts note that a manicure with rhinestones and sparkles gives an image of solemnity and brightness, therefore they occupy a leading position when creating an evening version.
Dots-droplets
You can revive a delicate pastel finish using dots of various sizes, colors or shades. To make the circles of the correct shape, it is worth using a special tool called "dots".
Professionals prefer to purchase whole sets of such sticks with a metal round tip. At home, you can limit yourself to medium and small dots.
Stripes
In a pastel manicure, stripes will be very appropriate. They can be applied in different directions, in the same color or in different shades, on all nails or just a few, in straight or curving lines. Lines created with a special tape with a metallic sheen look spectacular.
Geometric pattern
The neutral tone of the varnish can be decorated with cells, triangles, rhombuses and other geometric shapes. Wherein the pattern on each nail can be made in different colors.
It is important to know! When creating a gentle manicure in pastel colors with an ornament from geometric shapes, the basic rule should be observed - all lines should be straight and clear, as if drawn under a ruler.
Sliders
You can add brightness and personality to a neutral manicure using special stickers called sliders. All varieties are suitable for covering with pastel varnish, including:
- pictures that completely cover the nail;
- stickers with a transparent base;
- sliders with a dense pattern for delicate manicure in pastel colors.
From above, such decorative elements are covered with colorless varnish for long-term reliable fixation.
Gradient manicure
In a gradient manicure, the main thing is the correct selection of colors.The combination of light pink with lilac, blue or menthol, lilac with pale yellow will always win.
Ombre in several shades of the same color looks very feminine and elegant.
Creating a smooth transition of two tones is the easiest option.
First, the nail is varnished with one color, and then a different shade is applied to the tip using a special sponge.
Such a sponge also creates a rainbow gradient, in which the varnish is applied to the nail plate in strips.
Interesting to know! Vertical amber allows you to visually narrow the nail.
French manicure
Having appeared in 1976, French manicure does not lose its relevance and remains the most sought-after nail design in the world. To create it a whole palette of pastel colors is used, ranging from milky pink to rich caramel shades.
A white opaque varnish applied to the tips of the nail plate can also have a slightly pink, peach or milky color.
An original French manicure always matches the bride's look perfectly. Additionally, it is often decorated with white lace or transparent rhinestones.
Almost any theme is suitable for decorating pastel manicure, from retro style to the most modern sketches and drawings.
In addition, it allows you to use both volumetric figures and refined delicate painting. The main thing is that the design harmoniously complements the entire image of its owner, and also matches the place and occasion.
Delicate manicure in pastel colors with a fashionable design "Spider tenderness":
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Pastel manicure options 2017 (photo):
I love pastel manicure. And indeed, everything else. I even have an apartment design in them). Therefore, nude manicure is always in the subject, especially when guests come 🙂