I'M NOT A REGULAR AUNT, I'M A COOL AUNT
Eighties Paradise is one of the most popular styles in my shop. Originally based off a freestyle design I created for a client. It was inspired by that bygone gauche era of status, indulgence, excess and prosperity. Everybody had a cool aunt. You know the one, the cool condo, the car phone the mauve leather sofa and wicker coffee table. The aunt who totally let you watch Dirty Dancing even though your parents wouldn’t allow it, maybe she took you to get your ears pierced and taught you the most important rule of growing up: it’s better to apologize than ask permission.
While I definitely have cool aunts, I kept envisioning our next-door neighbor, my mom’s friend Rosalind Tallerico when I was creating this set. I was a pretty sheltered kid, so it was always fun to escape to her house and watch cool movies and pretend I was a teenager. She was stylish , tan and had big hair. Her house was ALWAYS perfection because her husband was always on the road for work. I remember getting a perm in her garage, yes I already had curly hair, but I wanted that perm SO BAD. Oh man, the 80’s/Early 90’s WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE.
Anyhow, back to the nails…
This look is unique, visually dynamic and also TOTALLY wearable. Even for clients that are a bit gun-shy about nail art will love it.
I filmed myself creating a full set of press-ons so that you'll get to see how I create a balanced and cohesive look on all ten nails. It will also give you insight on my process when it comes to selecting products, purposeful placement and balancing random elements.
I can't wait to see you recreate this look and put your own spin on it.
Feel free to leave any questions in the comments below.
Products used:
Kokoist E-127 Strawberry Latte & E-196S Tulip Petals