A Graphic Gold-and-Pink Manicure That Will Revive Your Summer Tan
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Summer is still going strong, and this eye-catching design blends the sparkle of gold with a punch of pink to complement the lively spirit of the season. I was inspired by the radiance of gold foil against bronzed skin, and I opted for a graphic element in a brazen shade of pink. This striking look is a fun and unexpected way to play with a hint of glitz. Keep scrolling to see how you can nail the look, too!
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The Products
To get this look, I used a blend of gold and hot-pink polishes. From left to right: Essie First Base Base Coat ($9), Laqa & Co. Cagney Gold Fleck Manicure Duo ($16), Laqa & Co. Chubs Nail Polish ($13), Laqa & Co. Bounty Hunter Nail Polish ($13), Essie Good to Go Top Coat ($9), and tape.
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Step One
After applying your base coat, paint one layer of the gold foil polish all over your nails. This allows for a hint of your natural nail to peek through.
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Step Two
Next, to cover the whites of my nails, I painted on the gold metallic polish. This is the base of your look. I recommend waiting at least 30 minutes for the polish to dry, as the next step involves tape.
Applying a topcoat at this point helps to smooth out any of the foils and the layer of gold polish before you get to the next step. Also, using a fast-drying formula can help speed up drying time so you can get to the next step faster.
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Step Three
Cut strips of tape, and then cross them over to create a narrow triangle shape in the middle of your nail. Then apply a coat of the bright pink lacquer.
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Step Four
After you remove the tape, you're left with a striking geometric design.
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Step Five
Complete the tape, polish, and removal process on each nail. It's best to remove the tape while the polish is still wet to get crisp lines.
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The Final Look
Seal in your design with another layer of topcoat. Your final look is sure to bring on the compliments.