Manicure in the style of "minimalism"

In everyday life, as well as on holidays, you want to look stylish. In this regard, manicure plays an important role, since unkempt hands are immediately evident. But all kinds of sparkles, three-dimensional designs and complex patterns will not always be appropriate. They also take a long time to create. It is for such cases that there is an excellent design option - minimalism.

Minimalist manicure is one of the main trends this year. This version of nail art helps to add sophistication and femininity to the look. On nails, it looks natural and neat.

Minimalistic nail art involves not only a single-color coating, but also a small pattern on one, several nails or on the entire hand. The main synonym for minimalism is restraint. But, despite this, such a manicure is perfect for both everyday and evening bows. It was the versatility that made this style in demand.

Modern designers offer a wide variety of minimalist manicure optionsthat will look stylish, modest and at the same time expensive. But when shaping the nails, it is worth remembering that this style is very close to the classic one. Therefore, it is also better to maintain the design of the edge of the nail in the traditional form: rounded or rectangular.

To create an up-to-date image, it is important not only to have a sense of style, but also to know the fashion trends of the season.This primarily applies to the color palette. Classic colors are suitable for minimalism:

• black;
• White;
• transparent;
• beige.

Pastel shades in subtle tones are also recommended by nail art experts. It can be blue, soft pink, light green, pearlescent tones. In addition, decorative additions in the form of a small amount of sparkles or rhinestones look great on nails.

Don't be afraid to combine several colors. Here the main rule is harmony. Nails should not look gaudy. Both contrasting combinations, for example, black and white, and several similar shades that correspond to the same color scheme and complement each other are allowed. For example, pastel yellow and beige.

All of the above color techniques are classic, but there are also radical solutions. So, rich blue shades, complemented by beige, are perfectly combined with a minimalist style.

The leading direction in minimalism is geometry. When decorating a surface, lines, stripes or simply strokes made in random order are actively used. The most laconic curls can look sophisticated and even daring.

When creating geometric patterns, it is best to use contrasting colors. So the manicure will look more impressive and expressive.

A great result is obtained when combining dots with stripes or asymmetrical lines. For example, you can divide the nail into two or more parts with even or curving veins, and in one of them compose a composition of small drops of contrasting varnish. The trend is also the image of geometric shapes: squares, circles, triangles.

At first glance, drawing lines neatly and evenly seems like a daunting task. But there are secrets to its implementation. For example, to draw a long, straight line on the work surface, it is best to use a brush for drawings with long hair (liner brush).

When creating a manicure in the style of minimalism, various patterns are used.

• flowers;
• twigs;
• cobweb.

There are certain features of the application of an ornament, the main of which is its small size. So nails look discreet and modern. Another application option is possible, when the required pattern is stretched over the entire surface, creating an ornate weaving.

A classic and very stylish option for nail design is ombre. It is in it that the use of bright colors is acceptable to create the base of the coating. For a clearer and more effective image, applying a dark shade to the tip of the nail, and the lightest one to its base will help.

For those who value uniqueness in everything, including manicure, there is a certain technique. You can add a small drawing to the ombre. But you need to create it not from above, but between the light layers. Thus, it will only show through the coating. This version of nail art will be an interesting addition even to a business suit.

Another stylistic trick is an accent manicure. It is performed in a uniform tone on all nails, except for one; an option through one nail is also possible.When using this technique, it is important to remember that the drawing on the nail can be anything, but the main thing is concise.

It can also be decorated with several rhinestones or beads. This will emphasize the accuracy and modesty of the image. The absence of weighty stucco molding and a large number of rhinestones will add a touch of tenderness and sophistication.

Minimalism is a suitable style for using decorative wire. From it on the nail, you can depict absolutely any figure or even action. Abstract options are very popular. They can be placed on one or two fingers, or on the entire hand. This decor looks great on a matte surface. In addition, any image can be given a three-dimensional look. The overall image turns out to be quite restrained, but unusual and individual.

To create such a manicure, you must first apply the base to the work surface, then bend the wire in accordance with the design and shape of the nail. Transparent gel polish will help to fix it, which is better applied at the base or in the side of the nail plate. It is not necessary to fasten all the edges of the wire, one side is enough.

It is also important to remember when designing a design that minimalism does not mean that you can only use one design option. They can be combined successfully. So, moon manicure goes well with an emphasis on one finger. The main thing is not to get carried away and not overdo it.

Small drawings with meaning are considered one of the most interesting ideas for creating a manicure. The desired zest will be added to the image by a point image of one or more zodiacal constellations. Such a manicure is performed using only two colors of dark and light shades.

With a light shade, apply the base on the middle three fingers. Then the little finger and thumb are painted in a dark tone. And in the same dark color, a point image of any constellations, which can be both repeated and different, is applied over the light base. Various arrangements of flowers are possible.

A small semantic picture, for example, an image of a light bulb, can also emphasize individuality. In this case, the base is applied in the same way, only a silhouette of a light bulb is drawn on the middle finger, and several arbitrary strokes with dark varnish are simply made on the adjacent fingers.

A small inscription on one nail with a contrasting varnish would also be a good solution. Such decor will inevitably emphasize the individuality of the owner, if it is made using a special marker in her own handwriting.

It should be noted that it is possible to individualize a manicure in a minimalist style using the ombre technique. To do this, it is necessary to change the shades not on every nail, but to alternate the tones of one or similar colors on the fingers. For example, cover the surface of the thumbnail with a dark shade, and the nail plate of the next one with a slightly lighter shade.

Do not forget about foil manicure, which is acceptable in minimalism. You can design a shiny surface on one or more nails. The main thing is to take a discreet varnish as a basis, which is in harmony with the color of the foil. When using a contrasting varnish, unacceptable variegation will inevitably occur.

When decorating a manicure, do not forget about the banal combination of colors with the chosen clothes and style of the image. So, not every geometric pattern is suitable for a dress with lace.

For information on how to make a minimalist manicure, see the next video.