Tuesday, 21 June 2011

Nail Rage: The 'in vogue' art

It is easy; it is exciting. It is a façade of colorful art. It is an extension of your mood displayed on your fingernails. Nails and colors are synonymous; they work as complimentary artistic tools.
Nail art emerged as part of the R&B and Hip-Hop culture of the 1990’s in the US. High-flying artists such as Lil’ Kim, Mary J Blige and Foxy Brown, were seen flashing their long acrylic nails decked out with ostentatious designs.
Minx is a kind of semblance that is placed on the nail, ready-made with no fuss. The particularly thin, film-like adhesive for nails maybe more expensive, but it is definitely worth it. Recently, women can’t seem to get enough of the Minx designs in the gold and silver chrome variety, which became further popularized when Lady Gaga sported them in her ‘Love Game’ video.

Celebrity Fetish
It is time again to enjoy the resurgence in the art trend with pop stars such as Beyoncé and Lady Gaga sporting elaborate designs applied via Minx, in their regular lives and engaging videos. Lily Allen has company with latest rock stars, Kei$ha and Katy Perry, who have also jumped on the nail art bandwagon, astonishing both fashionistas and designers.
If you are looking for sophisticated luxury, you can try the crystal pedicure and have your toes looking sparkly and glam for that special occasion. This process involves having 500 Swarovski crystals individually applied to your toenails. It takes just over an hour and costs anywhere from 675 SAR.
Translating catwalk trends into nail art is something London’s WAH Nails received cult status for. They hold the ability to replicate almost any design or pattern on the nails of their customers. WAH is known for producing SpongeBob Squarepants and the Hermès logo. Clearly, anything is possible.
Dramatic Nails
The latest colors are dazzling on every diva’s nails. Some even flash their man on their nails, instead of rings. Yes, that translates to newlywed Russell Brand’s face on his wife, Katy Perry’s nails. Nail polish is just that: polishing your nails with exuberant, gratifying beauty. Many male celebrities mention their nail fetish, and how it makes a woman shine, while representing how she takes care of herself.
Nail art is an affordable luxury. Nail art goes funky with designs such as nautical stripes; candy stripes and 3D embellishments will be the biggest trends. Also, the leopard print and lace are on offer from a variety of salons. Vivienne Westwood’s catwalk models had nails festooned with pepper dots whilst lace talons were featured on the runway of House Of Holland.

Hue Dynamics
The preeminent plus of nail art is the playful dynamic. The freedom to experiment with art and style, whether it’s romanticism, gothic stimulation, or an abstract array of bright rainbow hues and neon colors.  A French manicure translates to classic idealism.
Lily Allen was the first to stun the crowd with her Chanel’s Le Vernis in Particulière, while Essie’s Lilacism has been titivating the nails of Pixie Lott and Alexa Chung.
One of the best ways to incorporate style trends is to combine the “in” colors. It is simple to do with classic French manicures; just replace the tip color with what’s in fashion. Or if you’re more daring, revolutionize the base hue. Some of the electrifying ones are seen in Peacock Plumage, Screaming Green, Wine and Neon colors. Rock n Roll, and music enthusiasts have come out of the closet and envisioned laser colors and their favorite rock star for nail art plans. Honeysuckle, the ‘color of 2011,’ along with coral rose, peapod, and soft hues, compose the palette of the season.

Experts Say
Sophy Robson, a DJ-turned superstar manicurist, having worked on campaigns for key fashion and make-up brands, has had her nail art displayed in fashion publications, Vogue and Grazia.
“There’s a current obsession with statement nails, which means they’re an accessory in their own right,” says Robson. “Follow tips on how to paint nails and have control over your polish and your products,” she informs. “Then practice copying ideas until you’ll get it.”

Regional Range
Try out Nail Art, Ciate, Spa Lounge and Minx for nail art varieties in Jeddah. In Dubai take a tour down to Nail Station —Town Center, Nail Spa — Mercato Mall, Nail Lounge and Nail Station at Emirates Mall. N-Bar is also a popular nail salon chain with venues across Dubai. Visit Oasis Beauty Center in Al Khobar or Lamaar Beauty Salon based in Riyadh for the latest looks. Tooma Nails Salon in Bahrain located in West Riffa.  Check out The Minx salon in Abu Dhabi at the Royal Lounge, Maram Doei, is their lady Minxer. Or visit Minx in Kuwait at Bubbles Nail Spa.
Alluding to exotic countries like India, Turkey, and Africa as stimulation for spring 2011, designers continue to please clients’ as they devise an escape from challenges with intriguing color amalgamations that transport them to foreign destinations. The Pantone Fashion Color Report Spring 2011 predicts that Nail art trend is here to stay. Get on the color wheel and create a striking intensity to the palette. Indulge in the nail art of luxury and emerge as the immaculate star.

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