RITA ORA by Naomi Yasuda
This eye-catching, edgy look was created using Green Flash Licorice, a rich and solid black shade that elevates the fierce and sultry look worn by Rita Ora. The inspiration for this look stems from Rita’s close relationship to Karl and her desire to memorialize him in a glamorous way by featuring a look that resembled the appearance of deconstructed Chanel necklaces.
Get the Look:
1- Prep the nail with Manucurist Cuticle Softener and gently push back the cuticles
2- Buff the nail to create a smooth base and finish the prep by degreasing the nail with an alcohol or acetone-free remover
3- Apply pointed nail extensions
4- Apply 1 coat of Green Flash Base Coat and cure for 1 minute under an 36W LED lamp
5- Apply Green Flash Licorice and cure for 1 minute, repeat with a second coat for a bolder color
6- Apply 1 coat of Green Flash Top Coat and cure for 1 minute
7- To get the deconstructed Chanel necklace look, glue individual charms to the nail and finish with another layer of Green Flash Top Coat over the adornments
8- Lastly, puncture a small hole in the tip of the nail to apply a chain attachment
9- Finish by applying Manucurist Green Oil and Hand Cream to lock in moisture and ensure a glowy finish
ASHLEY PARK by Naomi Yasuda
The long, sleek silhouette of the nails feel classic, where the hard metal grommets and dark color created using Green Flash Licorice gives a feeling of toughness. This look was perfectly paired with fingerless gloves to give an amazing overall look that was both elegant and strong.
Get the Look:
1- Prep the nail with Manucurist Cuticle Softener and gently push back the cuticles
2- Buff the nail to create a smooth base and finish the prep by degreasing the nail with an alcohol or acetone-free remover
3- Apply almond shaped nail extensions to create a dramatic length
4- Apply 1 coat of Green Flash Based Coat, then cure for 1 minute under LED 36W lamp
5- Using Green Flash Licorice and a small nail brush, draw small circles where the metal rings will go, then paint the rest of the nail and cure under the lamp for 1 minute. Repeat with a second coat for a bolder color
6- Seal with Green Flash Base Coat and cure for 1 minute
7- Use Manucurist Mirror Effect Powder over the top of the nail for a chrome finish
8- Mix Green Flash Licorice and Top Coat together to make a “jelly-like” color and apply to the nails, cure for 1 minute
9- Glue individual silver rings to the predetermined areas and finish with another layer of Green Flash Top Coat to secure the look
10- Finish with Manucurist Green Oil and Hand Cream
ABOUT THE ARTIST: Naomi Yasuda
One of the most creative and innovative nail technicians of her time. Featuring a truly artistic and boundary pushing aspect to her work, Naomi’s looks have been seen in countless beauty and advertising campaigns and editorial publications over her career including Chanel, Fendi, MAC, Maybelline, Vogue W, Harper’s Bazaar and more. She has gained an ardent following amongst a steadily growing list of celebrities, most notably: Madonna, Lady Gaga, Rita Ora, Nicki Minaj, Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Kesha, and Emma Stone.
FLORENCE PUGH by Dawn Sterling
This cool took inspiration from the “beauty and edge” that Karl blended so well, along with a little bit of Florence’s humor and playfulness. A realistic image of Karl and his cat was showcased on the ring finger, against an elegant, neutral base coat created using Green Flash Milky White.
Get the Look:
1- Prep the nail with Manucurist Cuticle Softener and gently push back the cuticles
2- Buff the nail to create a smooth base and finish the prep by degreasing the nail with an alcohol or acetone-free remover
3- Apply 1 coat of Green Flash Based Coat, then cure for 1 minute under LED 36W lamp
4- Apply a thin coat of Green Flash Milky White (a creamy white shade) and cure for 1 minute, then repeat with two additional coats of Milky White
5- Add 2 small black crystals to the base of each nail, and for this look a printed photo of Karl and his cat were added to the ring finger
6- Apply two coats of Green Flash Top Coat and cure for 1 minute
7- Finish with Manucurist Green Oil and Hand Cream
GABRIELLA KAREFA-JOHNSON by Dawn Sterling
This look is a discrete ode to Karl’s love of black and white, this soft and chic look features an almond shape with Green Flash Licorice and a small pearlescent white bow on the middle fingers.
Get the Look:
1- Prep the nail with Manucurist Cuticle Softener and gently push back the cuticles
2- Buff the nail to create a smooth base and finish the prep by degreasing the nail with an alcohol or acetone-free remover
3- Apply 1 coat of Green Flash Based Coat, then cure for 1 minute under LED 36W lamp
4- Apply Green Flash Licorice and cure for 1 minute, repeat with a second coat for a bolder color
5- Apply 1 coat of Green Flash Top Coat and cure for 1 minute
6- Adhere the white bow adornment to the middle fingers and seal with Green Flash Top Coat
7- Finish with Manucurist Complete Serum, Green Oil and Hand Cream
ABOUT THE ARTIST: Dawn Sterling
Dawn is a NYC based fashion manicurist who has been in the business for more than a decade. She branched into fashion editorials, doing manicures for W, Elle and many more relevant magazines. Fashion shows have not been immune to her talent, indeed she worked for Victor Glemaud, Telfar, Ambush, among many others. She can now count Alicia Keys, Bella Hadid, Zendaya, Joan Smalls, Normani, Hailey Bieber, Precious Lee and Janet Mock as her clients.
