Fall Nail Idea

Deep Plum Gold Foil Short Square Nails

Deep Plum Gold Foil Short Square Nails: a fall nail idea. See the shades, shape tips and products to get the look at home.

Stylist note: Deep plum with gold foil flakes on short square nails, framed by a knit sleeve and autumn leaves.

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Recreate this gold foil look at home

Prep: push back cuticles, buff the shine off the nail plate and wipe with alcohol so the base coat grips.
Shape: File straight across the top, then soften the two corners with one light stroke so they don’t snag.
Apply base coat and two coats of deep plum.
While the last coat (or a sticky gel layer) is still tacky, press on small flakes of gold foil with tweezers.
Smooth them down and seal with one or two layers of top coat.
Massage in cuticle oil to make the manicure look salon-fresh.

Pro tip: Use two coats of top coat over foil so the flakes don’t catch on hair or sweaters.

How do you apply nail foil flakes?

Press the flakes onto a tacky layer (gel or nearly dry polish) with tweezers or a silicone tool, then seal with top coat.

Are square nails good for short nails?

Yes — square is the strongest shape for short nails. Softly rounded corners (squoval) keep it from catching on fabric.

Does deep plum nail polish suit my skin tone?

Blue-based reds and burgundies flatter cool and neutral undertones; on warm or deep skin, choose shades with a brick or brown hint.