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eeping up withseasonal nail
trends can be tricky, even for
dedicated fashionistas. As the
partyseason approaches, themajor
brands outdothemselves tolaunch
the most eye-catchingshades. Classic
hues reign thisyear:pastelpinks,
modernneutrals such as greysand
pale blues and passionate reds. If
you’reupforit,thereareafewbright
pops from the paintbox too.1
Revlon Nail Enamel ($14)
Revlon’s fade-resistant ShadeLock
technology and chip-defiant formula
are the hero of this polish. This season
seeseightnewadditionstothebrand’s
permanent nail colour collection,
with names inspired by the company’s
recent‘LoveIsOn’adcampaign:
Stunner(goldglitter)toIrresistible
(electric blue), Desirable (metallic
pink) and Passionate (deep purple).2
Revitanail Ultra
Hydrating Serum ($20)
Dry nails tend to split more easily
and cause nail polish to crack. This
two-in-one treatment contains two
types of pearlised millicapsules filled
with vitamin E and jojoba to instantly
hydrate brittle nails and rough cuticles.
Scentedwithcoconut,reapplyasoften
as required, especially if you are a fan
of gel or acrylic nail products.3
OPI Washington DC
Lacquer Collection ($20)
Award-winning actress Kerry
Washington was recently appointed
OPI’s first creative ambassador and
thiseponymouscollectionisthefirst
to showcase the influence of the
glamorousScandalstar. The 15-shade
range offers something for everyone,
fromabeautifulnudetomoodygreysto
yellow, apricot, pinky-reds and greens.4
Natio Antioxidant Hand
& Nail Cream ($10)
Even the most carefully applied nail
polish can’t disguise chipped nails and
dryhands.Packedwithantioxidants,
vitaminsA,CandEandpureessential
oils such as lavender, bergamot and
elderflower, this fast-absorbing
cream protects the hands against
environmental damage and helps
strengthen the nails.5
Sally Hansen Complete Salon
Manicure Nail Polish ($15)
The whole box and dice of nail colour,
CSM (as the range is known to fans)
delivers seven benefits for a salon-
perfect mani including a base coat,
growth treatment, chip resistance and
added keratin for stronger nails. A
limited-edition collection of colours
for spring features six glossy pastels
from aqua to rose and pale mauve.6
Chanel Le Vernis
Nail Colour ($41)
When it comes to nails (and lips,
forthatmatter),nothingbeatsa
sophisticated red. Earlier this year,
Chanel revamped its entire nail range
with a longer-wearing formula. To give
more shine and shock resistance to
this pillarbox crimson, follow with
Le Gel Coat (also $41) for staying
power that lasts up to six days.7
L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Le
Vernis Supergraphic Pops ($8)
Themostgorgeousblueoftheseason- and suitable for women of all ages –
isCloudWow,asoftskyblue,from
this new quartet of runway-inspired
colours. The tiny price allows you
to experiment with other shades too,
including Pink-O-Pop (hot pink, shown),
Popcorn (sunshine yellow) and Green
LOL (a bluey-green). #
You’re neverfully dressed without a smile – or
a beautiful manicure, writesElisabeth King.
Here, a few handy tips for party-ready nails.Styling by Kayla Gex. Photograph by Pablo Martin. For Where to Buy, see page 224.
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