Stylish marine manicure ideas with anchor
The trends in the design of manicure of the past five years are still manifested today in a modified interpretation. Improved modern 3D designs or nostalgic retro motives - individual choice. However, the number of lovers of stylish marine-themed manicure is not decreasing. Fashionable women choose images of seashells, waves, steering wheel, and, of course, a symbol of stability and hope - a ship's anchor as the decoration of nails.
How to depict a decorative element on the nails?
If we consider the options for the image of a ship-themed figure on the nails step by step, two possibilities should be distinguished.
- The base for the drawing is being prepared, that is, the nails are covered with any varnish to taste. You can draw a background "under the vest". As the base dries out, a shape is drawn with a thin brush. A straight line is drawn along the nail, then two short stripes are drawn, creating the corner of the figure. A loop is drawn, at the end a point is put.
- Not only with the help of photo stickers, but also by the method of artistic painting, you can include additional drawings for a manicure, for example, a steering wheel, a lifebuoy, and chains. If you keep the balance and theme, you can create a unique design of your own.
- First, you need to select a drawing of a ship part from Internet sources. It is copied from the monitor onto paper. The drawing is cut along the contour and a stencil is obtained. The desired pattern is carefully transferred from the stencil onto the nails with the help of a foam sponge. To do this, the surface of the nail is gradually soaked in three layers. Each layer must dry.
Then the stencil is removed and the nails are covered with a glossy product.
Technique
To design a manicure of nails with an image of an anchor, you can use all kinds of techniques for applying varnish and ornaments. Several notable ones are worth considering.
- Photo design technique implies the use of special photos with a decorative element. Photo stickers are attached to the nail plate using a special fixer.
- Art painting technique will allow you to create your own masterpieces. An anchor is drawn with a thin brush or toothpick using varnish or acrylic. And also at the end of the design, use a fixer.
- Shiny rub gives a mirror effect, holographic or shine from multi-colored powders. Sprinkle nails with a special fine polyester powder and rub in.
- Transfer foil method. It is necessary to depict an anchor figure on the nail plate with a transparent agent or glue. Then apply foil over the transparent layer. The foil is carefully removed, and a manicure with a shiny ship detail is obtained.
Features and Tips
Knowing the features of the technique of applying a manicure with an image of an anchor, you can independently choose the best design of nails for any capricious fashionista. You should pay attention to some recommendations from nail masters.
- The image of the anchor on the nails is associated with waves off the coast, a walk on warm sand, ships in the sea, and the incendiary dance of sailors. Such a peculiar manicure will not be entirely appropriate for an office manager and winter cold. For vacation and relaxation, even if not by the sea, this nail design will excite the mood, tell about your love of travel.
- If you do not want to part with the pattern of the anchor on your nails under any circumstances, in order to look harmonious, it is enough to choose the appropriate outfit. Modern "vests", striped dresses, T-shirts of the color of a marine shade will do.
- The marine style in the design includes three main colors: blue, white, red, and shades of blue are also used. Gold and silver are acceptable in the additional decor.
- A shellac coating on nails is suitable for prolonged exposure to water.
A durable and moisture resistant product will keep your manicure for a long time.
Fashion ideas
There are a wide variety of anchor nail designs, from regular manicures to intricate masterpieces. The most stylish nail design ideas are worth considering.
- Stripes are a trendy element of the nautical theme. Most often they are drawn horizontal. Strips are applied in the form of ready-made stickers using scotch tape or hand-drawn with a brush. The anchor should be depicted against a striped background.
- Always winning French manicure looks interesting with additional decor. In the marine theme, the smile line will have, for example, blue, turquoise, dark blue. The background is usually transparent, in which case the anchor element is especially noticeable. The graceful manicure is suitable for parties and themed gatherings.
- The combination of turquoise and blue looks interesting, and their alternation.
- Lay out the necessary element of the manicure with small glitters, rhinestones, sequins. Using silver or gold jewelry, you can bring the image of the anchor closer to realism. In order not to overdo it with the decor and not make the manicure provocative, the nails are covered with a monochromatic varnish.
- The technique of applying a foil pattern will give the nails an unusual look and many compliments to the resourceful owner.
- Gradient Coating: Excellent ombre in shades of blue will resemble waves. The transition from turquoise to white will give the opportunity to fantasize and everyone will notice sea foam in the transitions of shades. The detail of the ship against their background will look very harmonious.
- The current method of applying varnish is a shiny rub. For the main background, a blue or blue varnish is taken. A holographic or mirror pigment is added on top. This design looks stylish and attractive in gradient transitions.
Anchor elements are added to 1–2 nails of each hand.
Interesting examples
Stylish presentation of the design: it combines a jacket, decor, an anchor figure against the background of a geographic map ornament. The manicure is designed in green, blue, a little gold as an accent to the anchor. Such a manicure looks calm and elegant. It will go well with evening dress and a solemn look.
Azure shade on all nails. One of the nails has a light gradient with an ornament. The anchor sinking in the golden sand emphasizes the image of the "sailor". Nail art in such a beautiful design is perfect for office work.
For information on how to make a marine manicure with an anchor, see the next video.