Holiday Nail Looks You’ll Love

Sparkle and Shine

You’ve got outfits planned with accessories to match for every holiday party. You think you’ve got it all together…but what about your nails? The state of your manicure might be the last thing on your mind with all the other stuff you’ve got going on.

But the holidays are centered around eating, drinking and gift giving. Your digits are going to be on display a lot in the next few weeks. Sure, you could slap on some red polish and call it a day, but what fun is that?

To really stand out this holiday season, we’re going to be wearing Essie Luxeffects, five glittering topcoats with shimmer and sparkle reminiscent twinkling of holiday lights. We think you should, too.

(Available at select salons and NailPolishCanada.com mid-December; at all major Canadian retailers January 17)
Photo by: Essie

As Gold as it Gets

“Gilded lamé paillettes”

You’ll shine brighter than the star at the top of the tree when you layer this luxe topcoat over your favourite polish this holiday season.

Tip: Try over completely nude nails for a sparkly look that’s not overwhelming.

Set in Stones

“Disco mirror ball chaos”

Rock this over red nail polish for a look that’s so fantastically festive, you’ll repeat it year after year.

Tip: Don’t believe us?  Check it out on our producer Erica (along with some other gorgeous Holiday nail looks from the lovely ladies at Sweetspot.ca)

Shine of the Times

“Scintillating opalescent aura”

This kaleidoscopic topcoat makes your nails look like shimmery snakeskin (in a good way!) Plus, the rainbow-like light it reflects comes off completely different depending on what shade lies beneath. One bottle = an unlimited number of holiday nail looks.

Tip: Post-holiday, put ‘Shine of the Times’ over black polish to take your look from gothic to glamorous.

A Cut Above

“Shattered pink diamond glitz”

This is the ‘girliest’ of the shades, and probably the most fun *cue Cyndi Lauper* Rock it over neutral nails with a super-feminine frock for Christmas. Or, go all out: paint your tips hot pink before layering it on top for a New Year’s night-out look that’s sure to attract attention.

Tip: Rehash this shade come spring. The pretty pink works with pastels, too.

Pure Pearlfection

“Decadent baroque nacre”

Pure Pearlfection is well, perfect, for girls who are scared of sparkle. The smaller flecks and iridescent shade are reminiscent of a light snowfall. Perfect small-talk starter at your company Christmas party.

Tip: Wear an oversized cocktail ring to draw attention to the subtle shimmer.