Spectacular Nail Art: A Step-by-Step Guide to 35 Gorgeous Designs

With tips, tricks, and step-by-step how-tos, Spectacular Nail Art has 35 designs to give any look the perfect final touch. Today, great nails mean more than a coat of pink polish. With a variety of designs, ideas, and patterns, you can find the right fit for any occasion. Novices needn’t worry, either, because every project-from sparkling Champagne Chic to the wintry, Christmasy Snappy Snowflakes-includes easy-to-follow instructions and handy step-by-step photos, and most are really simple to create.

Have a spooky Halloween with black-and-white cobwebbed nails; hail the red-white-and blue and stars-and-stripes forever with Positively Patriotic; and celebrate the coming of spring with vintage fancy flowers. Go wild with animal prints. Get playful with retro dots, or wedding-ready with pearly bubbles.

Tips on nail care, products, and basic manicures (including a French one) help you keep your hands in tip-top shape. One thing’s for sure- with this art on your nails, you’ll never want to wear gloves again!