Gray-pink manicure design options

Manicure in gray-pink tones is included in the line of the best color schemes for the new season. This combination of tones has its own characteristics, despite the fact that design techniques can be very diverse. To have an idea of ​​the best types of design that are relevant for the new season, you should read the material in this article.

The combination of two different tones of the color palette looks stylish and fresh. At the same time, it also has a special meaning: the gray color mutes the pink contrast. Being neutral, it does not have its own emotional coloring, although it brings a touch of intelligence and sophistication to the design. Pink, on the other hand, is too optimistic. In addition to the fact that it changes the perception of a gray tone, such a color itself becomes stricter.

An unusual and beautiful combination of two shades allows manicure to be appropriate in different cases. If pink nail design cannot be called everyday, then in combination with gray it can decorate women's looks for every day, as well as evening bows. It does not matter what kind of gray tone is chosen: wet asphalt, icy gray, gray-silver or glossy smoky. It perfectly softens pink contrast, even if the design uses not only light, but also bright pink pigments.

Depending on the chosen basic tones, the manicure takes on a different mood, for example:

• pale pink tone in combination with light gray gives off lightness;
• rich pink with smoky gray speaks of passion and at the same time restraint;
• fresh light tones of two contrasts breathe tenderness and youth;
• warm gray and pink speak of softness of character;
• fuchsia and wet tarmac hint at the need for attention.

Manicure in gray-pink tones is suitable for decorating nails of different lengths and shapes. Depending on the correctly selected shades of the two pigment coatings, the design will look beautiful on short nails, as well as on medium (moderate) length nails. Fashion trends confidently declare that these contrasts look harmoniously on the straight, oval and almond-shaped shape of the nail plates. In addition, they are appropriate for the design of almond-shaped nails, sawed off in a straight line at the very top of the nails.

And yet the best form today is a slightly elongated natural one, because the fashionable principle today is naturalness. Even if the straight shape of the nails is fundamental, it is recommended to slightly file the sharp sides to refine it. It is not difficult to determine the ideal length of the almond shape: the shape of the nail should resemble an elongated egg. Too long nails in gray-pink tones look aggressive, so this form is a taboo for such a color combination.

The combination of pink and gray in one design looks balanced. But sometimes you want to complement the design with a third tone. In this case, it should be borne in mind that not all the colors of the palette will be appropriate, since the “third” in this case may be “superfluous”. For example, in no case should this combination be supplemented with neon or aggressive tones. Poisonous lemon, acid orange pigments, as well as blood red are taboo, such "additions" will make a sophisticated design tasteless and ridiculous.

As for the gold pigment, in this case it will not look beautiful, since silver comes closer to gray. Harmonious additions to the gray-pink design can be small contrasts of silver, black, white, as well as some pastel colors and related tones of pink. However, the selection of the desired tone should be related to the temperature of both primary colors (gray and pink). For example, for a cold scale, it is better to choose cool contrasts.

If the main pink tone gives off blue, you can choose shades of lilac for it. When it gravitates towards coral, you can complement the tone with a powdery contrast. Sometimes a light mint shade is also harmonious in design. However, there are cases where temperature mixing is allowed when choosing pigments for a design. For example, this would be appropriate in a gradient technique.

Designs in gray-pink tones can be made with modern coatings with different textures and effects. For example, a matt varnish with a textile look is ideal for this, including corduroy, velor, velvet or satin. In this case, the application technique can be different. And the contrast of matte texture and glossy pattern also looks beautiful. Decorations with gloss and broths are also harmonious.

For those who like nail art designs with drawings, we can recommend a design using acrylic powder. This nail decoration looks voluminous and new, such a manicure will be appreciated by others. Moreover, the patterns in this case can be both traditional and seasonal, which is especially important and is accentuated by fashion trends. For example, prints for knitted fabrics and snow-covered frosty patterns, as well as snowflakes, are relevant for winter. Lace works well for summer, and leaves for autumn.

The texture of a gray-pink manicure can be decorated with rubbing. This powder with a microscopic shine allows you to add versatility to the design. With this accent, you can designate one or two fingers of the hand, which will look even better than glitter or sparkles. Decorating manicure and coatings with a mirror effect or a metallic texture is actual.

You can perform a gray-pink manicure using different design techniques. For example, an excellent basis for design can be:

• classic manicure;
• traditional jacket;
• inverted French manicure;
• moon design;
• broken glass;
• gradient.

Each manicure technique has its own nuances. For example, with the classical technique, the nails are painted completely using a matte, glossy, shimmery or temperature coating. Sometimes for such contrasts, craquelure gel polish with a cracking effect is also used. Often, plain nails are complemented with a pattern, rhinestones, small beads, manicure foil, stickers or stamping.

French manicure in pink and gray tones can be done in different ways. For example, you can play up it with basic tones or supplement it with a silvery varnish, making the usual smile on the top edge of this design. It is fashionable today to perform a jacket using the negative space technique. For example, an accent nail can be transparent, and the smile on it can be pink or gray.

So that the accent does not seem too simple, you can decorate the nail plate, in addition to a smile, with a simple pattern or several rhinestones. Regarding the inverted jacket, it can be noted: today it has a thin outline of the nail at the bottom, which is performed with silver, a companion (pink on a gray background or vice versa), as well as an arc of small rhinestones or sequins.

If you want to decorate your nails with an accent using the broken glass technique, you can use a special film for this. However, here it is worth considering the fact that the film will look different on light and dark colors. For example, on light nails, it really will look like broken glass. On a dark accent finger, this decor will seem like a holographic design or a foil design.

Gradient is one of the chic designs of gray-pink manicure. In this case, you can make a smooth stretch from one contrast to another. The gradient today can be performed not only from the bottom up, but also transversely. According to the fashion trends of this season, it should be as smooth and natural as possible.

Decorating a gray-pink manicure is done in different ways. One of the trends of this season is the use of stamping (special stamps that are transferred from the blank onto the nail using a contrasting varnish and a special sponge). Stamping images can be very diverse: from lace to geometric or ethnic ornaments. The popularity of stamping is explained by the fact that it allows you to create a professional-quality drawing on your nails in a matter of seconds, albeit in one color.

Foil tape is also in demand, as well as other types of foil. In order for this type of decor to look appropriate on pink-gray manicure nails, you need a dosage and the correct placement of accents.

All kinds of stickers are a separate line of decorative elements. Better than any decor, they can indicate that a design belongs to a particular season. In addition, decals do an excellent job of pointing the design to a particular style of clothing. They can also convey the desired mood by fitting into a specific bow.

If you wish, you can decorate your manicure in gray-pink tones and multi-colored confetti. Today, kamifubuki are distinguished by a variety of shapes, due to which you can complement the design of accent nails, for example, a heart consisting of tiny circles. Cover such decor on top with a transparent varnish or top to increase the durability of the design. You can place kamifubuki in the cuticle area, the accentuation of which is another fashion trend today.

However, today in the decor it is important not so much to paint over the contours of the lines, but to give them a light silver dusting.So the accent nails manicure will look easy and beautiful. You cannot use all glitter techniques in one design at once (shimmer, glitter, rhinestones, sparkling crystals, silver). This approach will break the harmony of contrast between gray and pink varnish, because the dominant role in the design is determined by the nobility of the texture of the pigments used.

We offer you to look at stylish and expressive examples of the design of gray-pink manicure. These ideas give off sophistication and are suitable for different female looks, which is reflected in style and age.

• Chic design using acrylic powder and mother of pearl. Skillful accentuation of nails with lace and rhinestones.

• Color combination of gray with a pink-peach tint. Knitted manicure will be especially appropriate in the winter season.

• The design of geometric themes in the technique of negative space looks ultra-fashionable and spectacular.

• Delicate design with polka dots and hearts will impress any fan of pretty designs.
• Manicure design in light gray-pink tones with a light floral pattern is suitable for everyday bows.
• Even ordinary peas, becoming an element of an inverted jacket, are able to add a special emotional color to a manicure design.

• Design for fans of kawaii looks using flock powder and silver gel polish.
• And again, the theme of hearts in the design for lovers of designs with a pattern. Cute sketch print with a cat on an accent light gray nail.

• Matte manicure in gray-pink tones with a metallic texture of an accent nail and rhinestones looks stylish and elegant.

• Delicate design of manicure using glittering powder and stucco.
• A chic gradient in gray-pink tones with a pattern decorated with powder will attract the enthusiastic glances of others.

You will learn how to make a summer gray-pink manicure in the next video.