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One shade will be much lighter, and there should be a smooth transition from one shade to the next without any breaks. It’s basically like a painting of an ombre.
So, for example, you could do one shade of orange on your thumb, index, and middle finger and darker orange on your ring finger. This creates an effect that oozes effortless chic.
It feels natural to want to incorporate the darker half of your nail into the diagonal half. Keep this in mind, and you’ll have a beautiful manicure perfect for the season.
Before you start, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with all the steps so you can recreate the look at home. If your nail polish bottles are different sizes, follow the larger one. For example, if your nail polish is in a square bottle, use it as your larger square and then do the smaller one on your middle finger.
First, you’ll want to paint your nails with a lighter shade. Let dry completely and then apply the darker shade on top. Use two different-sized polish brushes: a large brush for painting your nails with the first color and a smaller one to paint over them. When you put the second color on top of the first, you’ll want white space between them, so it matches up with your other nails.
When you’re using a large-sized brush for your lighter color, it’s essential to make sure that you have enough polish on the brush. The colors should be used in equal amounts so that there’s a smooth transition between them. Use a light hand and hold the brush at an angle when applying the color to your nail. The creamier the consistency of the polish, the better! Just remember to let each coat dry completely before adding another one.
