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Fingernails in Focus
Manifest good fortune & feelings by seeking inspo from manicures that feature symbols of luck
Six spots feature on ladybirds painted by @nails_by_stacey_griffiths, representing six years of luck. The Wiltshire pro used The GelBottle Inc products to create the design.
OPI’s global ambassador, Iram Shelton (@iramshelton), channels the luck of the Irish with a shamrock on her thumbnail, created using a mix of OPI Nature Strong shades.
The moonstone is considered a lucky charm that aids balance and healing, and Canadian nail artist, @sara_strange_art, replicates its look on nails.
This design by @toothandnailmc aims to attract good fortune when gambling. The nail stylist co-owns the aptly named Lucky Dice Nail Studio in North Carolina.
Magpie Beauty educator, @bossnailsmandy, prevents bad dreams by painting a dreamcatcher onto a nail amidst ethereal pastel tones.
Lauren Mingura (@nailsbylaurenmingura) mixes matte and gloss finishes with various lucky and spiritual symbols, including a wishbone and Magic 8 Ball.
California’s @setsbysun spreads luck across lipstick-shaped nails, painting the lucky number three, dice, horseshoes and stars.
The Lucky Cat (or ‘Maneki Neko’) invites positive attributes such as wealth and luck, and features in this design by Diana Nguyen, aka @ricekittynails.
The cat eye nail trend combines with a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, created by nail artist & instructor, @nailartbysofia_.
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