The shoes are only half of the summer battle. Like a fun travel poster from your favorite
beach getaway, your artistic touch showcases the fun you intend on having
between now and the dawn of fall.
Here are some tips for making the most of your toes this
summer.
Bold Colors
A classic French pedicure certainly stands the test of time,
as does a conservative linen dress, or a classic straw hat.
But the cut-loose trend this year is BRIGHT! BOLD! And
SPARKLY!
OPI and China Glaze, two pillars of the nail polish industry
have introduced bold colors that range from deep dark colors to neon hues.
Most of the colors are also metallic to some degree, ranging
from a subtle sheen, to straight-forward glitter. This season, bolder is better!
Multiple Polishes
When Sally Henson ruled the polish roost, all ten fingers and
ten toes were strictly painted the same color.
But those days of monotony can barely be recalled.
This year there is no stopping the combination of colors and
finishes. Feel free to compliment a
subtle sheen with a bold glitter, or vice versa. Mix colors to cover your entire wardrobe
palette. Or mix and match the same color
in gloss and matte finishes.
Nail Art
Nails have become tiny canvases for pedicure Picassos. You, a talented friend, or a nail technician
can add geometric designs, flowers, hearts, or other art with free handed
design.
There are also several pre-fabricated options if you are more
of a paint-by-number type. Department
and drug stores offer low cost peel-and-stick art that can be clipped to customize
your particular look.
High end options are also available that can be customized
and added to existing polish schemes, or trimmed to fit an entire nail.
With all these options, there is no good excuse for keeping your
feet in covered feet caskets. Put on
your fancy polish and celebrate this summer with some pedi-pizzazz.
