Now there is a lot of interest in the sharp form of nails. How did it appear and develop?
History: nail shape
If we turn to the history of fashion, we can see: the pointed shape of the nails has always fascinated both women and men. For example, in the novel by A. Dumas, Henriette of Cleves, cousin of Henry of Navarre, complains to Queen Margot about Coconnas. Henrietta reports of his "long, muscular finger with a nail sharp as a spear." When speaking to the princess, he reinforced his words with eloquent threatening gestures.
During the time of refined beauty, when everything had to be "charman", the nobles filed their nails, giving them a sharp shape. Coconnas was an excellent swordsman, so his lunges towards the princess were indeed dangerous.
During the time of Pushkin, the dandy style required careful nail care. V. I. Dal describes the impression that the great poet made on inexperienced villagers. They considered Pushkin the Antichrist "because instead of nails he had claws on his fingers."
Margarita from M. Bulgakov's novel had"thin fingers with sharply honed nails." After the Second World War, a sharp manicure gave status to its mistress.
But the triumphant march of pointed nails begins with the advent of extension technology.
Stilettos
With the help of modern materials, nails of any length and shape can be modeled. The first stilettos (the so-called narrow long nails for their resemblance to the melee weapons of the same name) were rather like an elongated almond.
The "stylet" shape differs from the almond-shaped one with a sharp end and a longer length. Until the transverse arch was pressed in, all long extended nails, pointed or not, had an ugly nail plate. Often flat and trapezoidal.
But today the stiletto shape is not just a fashion trend. This is an indicator of the professionalism of the manicure master. Not everyone is able to create a true masterpiece on the nails. Most perform not the classic stylet, but its approximate analogue.
There are nail art contests that evaluate the quality of stilettos, their painting and design. How to make pointed nails? And can you replicate this at home?
Execution technology
There was a canon for building the correct form of such nails. These are very strongly pointed nails, which should resemble a lady's stiletto weapon. The nail bed should also be very elongated. Most often, these nails are performed using gel technology.
Stilettos are fully extended construction. No self-respecting professional would do them ontips that are now flooding the shelves of nail stores. To perform, special forms are used, which are substituted under the nail. On tubes for an ideal arch, which is selected individually, templates are prepared for the correct laying out of the material.
This is an important stage in the design. It is compared to the foundation of a building. If the form is not placed perfectly straight, the entire structure will be fragile, with a displaced apex (the highest point of the longitudinal bend), and ugly. For stilettos, the shape is slightly lowered.
The so-called substrate is laid on them - a thin auxiliary layer. Usually it is transparent, made of gel or acrylic. After polymerization, the molds are removed and the transverse arch is pressed - this is the natural bend of the nail in cross section.
It is this operation that gives a graceful shape to artificial nails. Then the sculptural layer is laid out and sawn off. Then the end of the spike (five to seven millimeters) is filled with acrylic from the inside.
As you can see, it is possible to repeat this procedure at home, but special knowledge and skills are required, not to mention tools and equipment. By the way, not every building material allows you to clamp the substrate.
French
French manicure on pointed nails has its own characteristics. Since the sharp end is obtained only at a large length, the classic nail bed looks unnaturally short. To correct this shortcoming, they began to lengthen the nail bed during extension.
Laying out the nailthe bed is made five to seven millimeters longer. This balances proportions and preserves harmony. With extreme length, which is achieved by composing several forms, this figure is even greater.
The shape of the free edge has also changed. The straight white strip looks glued on. Therefore, its shape is made oval-elongated. But it is important to bring the antennae of the “smile” zone to the side ridges. This is done with a thin brush.
Pointed nails design
Stiletto designs are endless. At such a long length, the artist can easily embody his most daring ideas. But mostly they use floristry and modeling on a jacket, which can be not only classic white, but also black, blue, and even consisting of several tones.
Lace and patterns look good on such nails. It happens that the master draws a whole picture or a complex of pictures, like modular ones. This effectively complements the image.
Now it is fashionable to do a mirror manicure, "cat's eye", red jacket. But the design of "space" does not go out of the practice of salons. It looks great, actually resembling something cosmic.
Innovation in shape
Over time, many types of pointed nails have appeared. Salon masters adjusted the shape for everyday wear. Salon stilettos are shorter.
This option is also called "spike". They are with steeper lines, a large degree of the top of the triangle at the end.
Spades are a convenient form for doing everyday homework, noThere is also no discomfort when typing texts. The actions in this case are similar to those performed with ordinary almond nails - there are restrictions, but not critical.
It should be said that spades are not suitable for wide nails. It is because of the small length that they will look ridiculous. It's better to build up classic stilettos.
Pros and Cons of Pointy Nails
This form is artificial, so it has its own nuances. First, let's note a few positive points. First of all, it is a stunning look that makes its hostess stylish and sexy. Pair with stilettos for a stellar look. These nails enhance status and define stately hand movements.
To successfully wear pointed nails, some movements should be abandoned:
- Opening cans, Pepsi, beer.
- Active keyboard operation.
- Coin manipulation.
- Pushing buttons, levers, entrance code.
- Making the bed, spreading the bedspread, squeezing the laundry by hand.
- Opening doors, including car doors, cabinet doors.
- Hair wash.
- Children dressing.
- Putting on stockings and tights.
The lifestyle of a stiletto wearer is more like a housekeeper, isn't it? But in life there are weddings, anniversaries, conferences and performances from the stage. In such cases, you can let yourself feel like a princess and do such a manicure. On pointed nails, created by masters, it is pleasantwatch, so wearing stilettos for two weeks won't be burdensome.
You should not delay visiting a salon to remove stilettos. This form is traumatic during regrowth. The apex is broken, so when you simply open the doors, you can not only be left without an artificial nail, but also tear the soft tissues under it.
Point lovers
Some celebrities have chosen pointy nails as part of their stage look. Singers such as Fergie, Rihanna and Beyoncé cannot imagine their appearance without them. Lady Gaga also tried spades, with great success.
The dagger nails look like they were specially designed for the stage. Any of their types are appropriate here: faceted and round, long and very long. Design may include feathers, chains, rhinestones and other items that are inappropriate in everyday life.
It's no wonder that having conquered the scene, stilettos remain in fashion for a long time. It seems that they will always be popular. You can treat their owners differently, but one thing is certain: such nails loudly declare themselves.
It used to be that wearing such nails was a sign of impudence. But lately it's more of a texture for an artistic design that completes the look.
The bride may well make stilettos on her main day and decorate them with floristry, lace and rhinestones. There is a bridal design competition and the stilettos look luxurious on it.
Treat yourself with spades or stilettos at the salon. Feel like a star.
