Design and decor of manicure "cat's eye" gel polish

"Cat's Eye" is one of the most original compositional solutions for nail art for the fall. This season, cat nail art is extremely relevant. What ideas of manicure with gel polish in this technique will be especially popular, how to choose a color and design - read on.

Specialists in the field of nail art every season try to offer new original ideas for nail design. Style "cat's eye" this fall promises to be one of the most relevant trends. A manicure of this topic owes its name to the similarity with the semiprecious of the same name.

The main feature of this design is the optical effect created by the semi-precious stone, in addition, it has a light strip that resembles a cat's pupil. Gel polish with metal particles forms a beautiful volume on the nails, and with the help of a magnet, the masters carry out the drawing itself. The shape and size of the composition can be very varied. In addition to the classics in the form of a strip, it can be spirals, diagonals, stars, waves.

One of the most popular cat-eye gel polishes is pearlescent. Such varnishes are quite bright, dense and, due to their iridescence, are capable of creating incredible patterns. Such a manicure is considered to be universal; it has a number of pros and cons. The advantages of such a coating include:

• "Cat's eye" is in no way associated with the age of the model; on very young and mature ladies it looks equally dignified;
• "Cat's eye" looks great on both elongated and short nails;
• appropriateness both in business and in everyday, festive manner;
• harmony in combination with accessories and jewelry;
• the naturalness of the coating, which is not considered aggressive and does not spoil the nails;
• firmness;
• density - one layer is enough.

Don't forget about the cons:

• suitable only for healthy nails, thinned ones need to be treated first;
• not suitable for those whose skin is too sensitive;
• may cause an allergic reaction.

As the popularity of designs in the style of cat's eyes grows every season, the palette of gel polishes from well-known manufacturers is also increasing. The range of colors is so wide that you can choose a shade for any outfit, for any style, for any taste.

If you want to be trendy and in line with the latest fashion trends, take a look at the following palettes:

• blue - noble, restrained and very diverse shades from bluish black to ultramarine, turquoise;
• green - malachite, emerald, topical marsh khaki, olive;
• red - the whole range of scarlet shades, including fashionable Marsala, wine and berry range;
• pink is the undisputed favorite of the autumn season;
• purple;
• classic options - black and white;
• gray - from light tone to graphite;
• shades of metal - gold, silver.

Designers recognize that the most relevant shades will be rich, deep, dark tones. They are incredibly expressive, they look luxurious, attractive and add brightness to the image. In the forefront of fashion are saturated colors of plum, cherry, various shades of purple. More laconic "cat's eye" in a pastel palette: lavender, mint lemon, pale pink. Pastel shades are elegant and sophisticated.

Manicure "cat's eye" gel polish gives you the opportunity to embody your creative imagination. This nail design is completely self-sufficient and does not need additional decorations, however, the decor in this case is acceptable and appropriate. The main thing is to choose it correctly. Stylists offer a lot of options for fashionable nail art for the current fall.

This is a classic, neat and laconic design. Monochrome cat-eye finish doesn't risk looking dull or boring. Moreover, you can use additional decorative elements if you suddenly want brightness and shine. The monochromatic version is great for short nails, only in this case the decorative elements should not be massive.

A great solution is to combine a reverse jacket and "cat's eye". Such a design will perfectly fit both everyday and solemn look. There are a lot of design options for the hole, but the most preferable option is a transparent, nude coating. This design is more harmonious on long nails and is practical, since the nail plate grows back unnoticed. On accent nails, you can work with holes, adding a discreet decor.

Drawing is almost always the inimitable result of the master's work. The most relevant this season are floristic compositions, monograms, ornaments and patterns. The drawing, ideally, is not placed over the entire area of ​​the nail plate. The most sophisticated way to paint: choose 1-2 accent nails and place the design on the side or at their base.This will make the drawing look more elegant.

The tandem "cat's eye" and the shine of the stones are the perfect solution for a festive exit. If you are creating a truly luxurious look, such a manicure will only emphasize it, add the final touch. You can arrange the stones as you like, the main thing is not to overload the image, especially when it comes to wedding nail art. A few small rhinestones in the corner of the accent nail, in the middle or near the hole are enough. The most favorable color preferences for wedding manicure: pastel, pink, beige, pearl, silver. These options perfectly emphasize the romantic image. For a party, you can afford more catchy, saturated colors.

Graphics and geometric prints are the main trends of the year, which have not lost their relevance in the fall. Therefore, all geometric fantasy will be incredibly popular in nail art for a long time to come. It is both sophisticated and laconic design that goes well with minimalist style preferences. Stripes, zebra, wave, rhombuses, circles, triangles, polygons, dots, sticks - all this looks incredibly elegant on nails in combination with a "cat's eye".

Silver and gold are ideal decorative solutions for the "cat's eye". The result is a truly magical glow, with mysterious shimmering details giving the whole ensemble a sense of wonder. However, it is important that the base coat does not conflict with the selected metallic shade.

French has already become a real classic, while its huge plus is its versatility. Perhaps there is not a single design technique that would be incompatible with French manicure. "Cat's Eye" is no exception. French can be done not on all nails, accent nails can be highlighted with the help of "cat's eye" in the same color scheme. French can be decorated with an unobtrusive decor, which ideally should overlap with the shades of cat's eyes.

This type of coverage is definitely in trend today, its plus is that, thanks to its restraint and modesty, it fits perfectly into any ensembles and is organic in combination with a variety of techniques. If you want to balance the luxurious design a little, it is enough to cover a couple of nails with matte gel polish in the same range as the entire composition. Several tiny stones, graceful pattern, drip design will fit perfectly into the overall design concept.

• The luxurious shade of Marsala and the twinkling of cat's eyes seem to be made for each other. To give expressiveness and zest to the manicure, it is enough to issue an accent nail in a fashionable drip design.
• A little bit of glitter will accentuate the richness of the deep blue shimmer. Such a design will be too provocative in a casual look, but it will be perfect for a date.

• Chocolate and brown colors go well with the golden glitter of cat's eyes. Reverse French - the design of transparent holes will add an original touch to the overall composition. An accent nail can be highlighted with an unobtrusive pattern to match.
• A magical design for a grand exit: a dark background, glimpses of lavender, turquoise in combination with a matte finish and patterns, graceful compositions of rhinestones. However, such a design does not look overloaded at all, it is so precisely thought out.

• Monochrome coating in a trendy shade of malachite is a great choice for a casual look. This option is elegant and aristocratic, a direct proof that almost always "cat's eye" feels great without jewelry.
• Drawing and "cat's eye" perfectly coexist in one design, and the drawing can be absolutely contrasting in color and still fit incredibly harmoniously. A small ladybug on a dark green cover is a very fresh nail art.

How to make your own manicure with a "cat's eye" design, see the video below.