Gray color in manicure began to be used not so long ago. This shade has long been considered nondescript, casual and uninteresting. Only in the mid-90s, women realized that this is a very stylish color, against which you can “walk around” from a design point of view. The topic of our article is a gray jacket. Can this tone really be used when creating a French manicure? How did he get used to this technique? Will the result look too gloomy and monotonous? We will deal with everything in order.
Small introduction
Gray nail design has become relevant not so long ago. Like many other trends, this one came down to the people from the catwalks and took root quite well among young girls. Over time, older ladies began to opt for gray nail polish, because it served as a worthy alternative to beige. Was not bright, but different from the color of the skin,fit perfectly into the office dress code, but at the same time attracted the eyes of others.
The beauty industry evolved, daring and bold trends were invented, and in the course of this endless “revolution”, the gray tone migrated to the French manicure technique. Initially, he replaced the nude shade - thanks to this technique, you could make a retro manicure, it looked like on a black and white TV. Then the gray jacket appeared before us in the form of an unimaginable play of colors. Gray could replace white, it was combined with pink, brown, blue and other tones. Now every girl can independently come up with a design in a similar spirit, based on her favorite colors.
And below we will consider how diverse a gray manicure can be. The most interesting shades, combinations and designs - read about all this below.
Classic in monochrome palette
If it's hard for you to imagine a gray jacket, just reduce the contrast of the picture with the image of the French manicure to a minimum. White will remain white, but nude polish will turn gray. It has a bit of a retro feel to it, but at the same time it looks modern and fresh. This is what the nails will look like after you ask the master to make you a gray jacket. Let's say right away - such a manicure is not considered the most popular request in beauty salons, but at the same time it is not without a special charm and zest. If all the nails are painted according to the same scheme, of course, it will turn out a little boring. But if, as in the photo below, you highlight the ring finger with an unusual design, then the gray color will sparkle in a new way. Nail art will look fresh, interesting and original.
Colors are swapped
Without thinking twice, the masters decided to move the gray shade from the place of the main color in the French manicure to the position of the auxiliary tone. Now he plays the role of white - emphasizes the regrown part of the nail. Such a decision, although considered restrained in terms of color, is very specific in nature. Firstly, such a manicure is suitable only for long nails, because the gray color will visually shorten them. Secondly, you will not have a second color that will cover the base of the nail. She will remain “naked”, that is, she will be flooded with only a colorless base and top. Also, as in the previous version, such a manicure can be varied in design. The ring finger can be studded with rhinestones, sequins or a pattern.
Cloudy colors
If you are a fan of stylish monochrome colors, then you will definitely appreciate the black and gray manicure. The idea of creating such a gloomy, at first glance, type of manicure arose among the masters after they began to use black instead of white in the classic version of French manicure. It is believed that such nail art is ideal for the autumn-winter season. It exactly imitates the cloudy sky and creates the appropriate mood. It is also noteworthy that the black and gray jacket looks equally stylish and relevant both with a glossy finish and with a matte finish. In addition, such a solution for nails will be an excellent choice for office everyday life.
Fashion Gradient
French-ombre, made in gray and white colors, will look much more tender and feminine on the nails. In fact, this is a variation of the classic French manicure that we described above, only now the border between the main gray tint and the auxiliary white is blurred. If the nails are long, then the number of these two varnishes may be the same. If they are short, then try to add more gray, and fill only the top with white. So the fingers will visually stretch and the nails will appear longer. By the way, if you cover such a manicure with a glossy top, the result will be delicate, feminine and sophisticated. If you paint over the gray French ombre with a matte finish, then you will get a trendy, stylish and daring nail art.
Gray gets more fun
For many decades, fashion has dictated one of its rules to us - gray color is most advantageously combined with pink. This truth is so firmly planted in the minds of designers that gray-pink suits and dresses began to appear not only on the catwalks, but also in the mass market category. Soon this trend hit the world of the nail industry.
French manicure in gray-pink colors is not found every day. On the one hand, such nail art is very playful and is more suitable for teenagers and young girls. But if you cheat and make a French ombre using these two colors, the result will be incredibly gentle, touching and feminine. Judge for yourself - the photo is presented below. Smooth transition, gentlepalette, light glossy shine, and most importantly - versatility. Such a manicure will look relevant in any case and against the background of any attire.
Drawings in gray tones
If the use of gray in manicure seems boring to you, then pay attention to the next option. With the help of a monochrome palette, namely gray and black, unique drawings are created. For such nail art, several aspects must be taken into account. Most importantly, the nails should be as long as possible. Only in this case, the master will be able to draw something on the overgrown part, leaving the base of the nail unpainted. It is also desirable that the nail has a square shape, as it will allow you to create a more voluminous pattern, while only a small ornament will fit on the almond-shaped nail. Well, consider the quality of the base and top coat. All artistic splendor will very quickly “peel off” the nails if it is not securely fastened.
Chrome and Grey
The combination of noble gray and chrome is like Romeo and Juliet in the world of nail art. Steel shades harmoniously look in tandem, become the basis for a stylish and unique manicure. This version of the jacket is based on the fact that most of the nail is gray, covered with a matte top. The top or regrown part is filled with a lighter tone, but covered with a mirror rub on top. This manicure is like a movie about the future - futuristic, minimalistic, original andmesmerizing.
Grey jacket. Reviews
Many women admitted that they stared at the gray color in manicure for a long time, but did not dare to try it. After they made a jacket in monochrome colors, everything changed. This tone, as it turned out, is incredibly versatile, and even despite its “boring”, “coldness” and “monotony”, it looks stylish, fresh, original and restrained. In combination with a competent design, and sometimes with other tones, gray begins to take on a new life. We looked at the main types and trends of gray French manicure, and we hope that you have found the most optimal solution for you.
