Monday, October 6, 2014
Metallic Herringbone Nail Art
Here's a pattern I haven't tried before: herringbone! I gave it a go with some metallic shades for a look that feels very "Gatsby" to me. If I had a black base it'd be pretty on the nose, eh? Halfway through the pattern, I alternated the way the herringbone was going for a little extra twist on the look. Is this a look you would wear?
Nail polishes used:
Deborah Lippmann Harlem Nocturne
Deborah Lippmann Autumn In New York
Like a few other chromes that have come out recently, these new Deborah Lippmann shades dry down to a brilliantly reflective finish with high pigmentation and very few brushstrokes. However, they also suffer from some of the issues that can plague chromes, like streaky application and quick chips. I applied Harlem Nocturne over a bare nail, which seemed to work fine. If you're having issues with chips, try combining the chrome with a creme base in nail art for a look that will probably last you a bit longer!
Have you tried herringbone nail art before? I want to give it another go, maybe with shades of grey and thinner lines.
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Pretty! The two colors work well together and screams fall to me.
ReplyDeleteLove the look! I think I'll do it as an accent nail.
ReplyDeleteI love the design, it would look so chic with shades of grey.
ReplyDeleteLooks so great! Zhanks for the tipp with creme base! Did you change your way of photographing?
ReplyDeleteI believe for these shots, I moved the lamp inside the lightbox instead of having it outside. It made it easier to see the design with the reflectiveness of the chrome!
ReplyDeleteI love these in chrome polishes! So pretty!
ReplyDeletePerfect lines, awesome mani!!
ReplyDeleteThe lines are amazing, lovely pattern!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Love these colors together!
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