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NAIL Clippings
CALLIE ILEY uncovers the hottest nail topics & tales across the ‘net, TV & social media & gets the scoop on celebrity beauty must-haves
A TRIP TO THE BRITS
Celebs from the music world gathered at London’s O2 Arena for the 44th BRIT Awards, and showed off eye-catching outfits and nail looks on the red carpet…
Event host, Maya Jama, rocked her natural nail length with a micro-French design, wearing builder gel applied by nail artist, Karen Tatiana, in a custom mix of The GelBottle Inc BIAB™ shades, Teddy and Diana. Celebrity nail technician, Roni Lou, created a matching French pedi to complete the look.
IRISH DREAM Actress, Lindsay Lohan, wore a sparkling neutral mani to complement her vintage gown for the debut of Netflix film, Irish Wish, in which she plays the lead role. Inspired by Irish cream, the look was designed by celebrity nail stylist, Elle Gerstein, who created a cat eye finish using the Aprés Nail Glitter Bomb shade over nude hue, Forgotten Film.
Singer, actor & Eurovision hopeful, Olly Alexander, visited nail and tooth gem artist, Naomi Richardson, at Imoan Glisten, London, prior to the BRITS. He chose a glistening gold chrome nail design and gold tooth gem to match.
Session manicurist, Aliyah Rianna Johnson, replicated the finish of the BRITS trophies on the nails of event host & radio broadcaster, Clara Amfo.
GOLDEN GIRL American actress & singer, Zendaya, wore striking gold chrome nail enhancements courtesy of NYC fashion manicurist, Dawn Sterling (@nailglam), for the Dune Part 2 film premiere.
SWEET LIKE CHOCOLATE
London-based nail artist, Chiara Ballisai, tended to the nails of US actress, Eva Mendes, creating a rich chocolatey manicure using The GelBottle Inc Gel Polish in Cacao.
The GelBottle Inc Gel Polish in Cacao
£14.50 + VAT www.thegelbottle.com
A sprinkle of glitter
Celebrity manicurist, Julie Kandalec, was inspired by Emily Blunt’s gold and white diamond jewellery when creating a nail style for the actress’ Screen Actors Guild Awards appearance. Kandalec painted a neutral base using CND Shellac™ in Bouquet, before layering CND Shellac™ in Glitter Sneakers using a dry brushing technique.
CND Shellac™ in Bouquet and Glitter Sneakers
£14.95 + VAT each www.sweetsquared.com
LET’S GO TO THE OSCARS!
The 96th Academy Awards (the Oscars) took place on 10 March, with celebrity attendees showcasing glamorous looks as they gathered to celebrate film achievements from the past year.
Nail artist, Zola Ganzorigt, created an elegant glazed ombré look for Vanessa Hudgens, layering OPI shades: Bare My Soul, Funny Bunny and Alpine Snow, finished with OPI Chrome Effects in Tin Man Can.
Barbie star, Margot Robbie, wore a warm caramel nail hue applied by Betina Goldstein, who used Chanel Le Vernis nail colour in Légende.
Cynthia Erivo paid tribute to her Wicked character with a glittering green Elphaba-inspired nail design, courtesy of Los Angeles nail artist, Rose Hackle.
TV takeover
OPI GelColor in Baby Take A Vow was used on the nails of British-American actress, Gillian Anderson, to complement the emerald gown she wore to the BAFTAs 2024. Nail stylist, Chiara Ballisai, perfected the look.
OPI GelColor in Baby Take A Vow
£18.90 + VAT www.opi.com