Today I've got a special treat: a two-manicure post! Both are takes on Nailside's awesome cloud manicure. This wasn't my first attempt at her retro look, but the third time was definitely the charm for getting the technique just right.
Here's look number 1: Boozy Brunch
The base is a new L'Oreal polish in "Boozy Brunch". I then added in Sally Hansen's "Whirlwind White", Verity's "Yellow Follow", and OPI's "Strawberry Margarita". As you can see, the clouds aren't quite even in their location or application in this look. I went back and checked out the original before my next attempt: Mint Sundae nails!
The base of this look is Color Club's "Twiggy" with Sally Hansen's "Whirlwind White" and OPI's "Rainbow Connection" over top. In my previous attempts I had tried to paint the "cloud" only on the corner of each nail, and they didn't look quite right. By applying the three strokes across the entire tip of the nail the effect is bolder and looks more deliberate. I'm glad I went back and checked out my inspiration photo before this manicure, because now I love my mint sundae nails!
What nails are you rocking this week? Keep the comments and ideas coming!
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