MANICURE MUSE: Peter Som AW’12

We’re in the heart of NYFW and, so far, there’s little to be disappointed about. Paisley is on the rise and white is definitely the new black. Peter Som’s shows are typically filled with colors and prints, but this year, he threw off the crowd with a very different collection. A slew of white and ivories kicked off the show, followed by two breathtaking full fur looks inspired by old Hollywood muses Katherine Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich. The luscious, vibrant colors add to the extravagance and seriousness associated with fur, though the seemingly random pattern makes it fun and flirty. Not to mention the acidic oranges and reds clearly already on my radar for Spring. 

To emulate, I used Brilliant White by CND, Viola by Julep Nail Vernis, Choco-Latte by Sally Hansen, Orange Creamsicle by Avon, and Goin’ Back to Cali by Ginger+Liz.

To get these ladyfingers:

1. Start with a fully white nail

2. Using your dark brown, paint two brush strokes at the bottom of your nail creating a loose “V”

3. Layer taupe on either side of the brown you just made, let them layer if possible

4. Using your pink, paint a reverse “V” with the tip towards the top of your nail

5. Layer orange on either side of the pink you just made allowing it to overlap with the brown if possible

6. Top it off with Color Club’s Zero to 60 fast dry top coat