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A deep plum ombre fading into nude on squoval nails — dark, romantic and easy to wear all year.AI-generated design concept by Naillie
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Deep Plum Ombre Squoval Nails

Deep Plum Ombre Squoval Nails: a deep plum ombre fading into nude. See the exact shades, shape tips and products to recreate this short nail idea at home.

Stylist note: A deep plum ombre on short squoval nails, fading into a sheer nude, next to a perfume bottle on marble. The gradient keeps the dark berry shade soft and easy to wear.

Color
deep plum
Finish
ombre
Shape
squoval
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Step by step: deep plum ombre nails

  1. Prep: push back cuticles, buff the shine off the nail plate and wipe with alcohol so the base coat grips.
  2. Shape: File straight across, then round the corners a little more than for a square shape.
  3. Apply a nude base coat.
  4. Sponge deep plum onto the tip half of the nail, dabbing upwards to fade it toward the cuticle.
  5. Repeat once or twice to deepen the color at the tips.
  6. Clean the skin around the nail and seal with a glossy top coat.
  7. Finish with cuticle oil once everything is dry.

Pro tip: Put a little liquid latex or tape around the nail first — sponging is messy.

Deep plum ombre nails: FAQ

How do you do ombre nails with regular polish?

Paint the colours side by side on a makeup sponge and dab it onto the nail, repeating 2–3 times. A glossy top coat blends the gradient.

What is a squoval nail?

A square nail with rounded corners — the tip is flat but the edges are soft, which makes it strong and comfortable.

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.

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