Share:

Dare to be bold. Getting pampered every two weeks may be at the top of the list for many fashionistas, from PCC students to famous artists like Kid Sister. The nail ritual has gained more popularity over the years, due to the addition of fresh vibrant neon colors and detailed nail designs. “Usually I have all of my nails with one design,” says Ashley Bynum, a 19-year-old theater arts major.

Bynum rocks her rhinestones shaped like stars and has solid polish on every alternating nail, with shiny orange and bright lime green, and white lines added to make the look pop.

Bynum likes the way her nails look and she can’t have her nails dirty.

Choosing a nail color and an inspired look seems to take women to a creative place. The French Tip, the classy white trim and nude underlay exudes simplicity.

The French is a timeless trend that can help women feel pampered while still coloring in between the lines.

Yet, with so many innovative nail designs and colors to choose from, women cannot help being seduced by creating their own looks. This look represents individuality.

“I’m a bright person with a bright personality, I go for designs that people don’t usually try,” says Bynum.

Some women aim for a more understated yet eye-catching look. Natasha Thompson, a 20-year-old biology major, selected a more simple base color.

With a springy shade of pink drizzled over her nails and small flowers in random locations on the surfaces, Thompson really makes a statement.

“I picked the stickers to make it look nicer, instead of just plain nail polish,” says Thompson.

Women can choose hand-painted nail designs, airbrush, or add their own flair, like stickers.

Creating innovative nail designs can help women dive into their wild side. Students like Coco Rojas, a 24-year-old sociology major change their nail designs based on special occasions. Rojas went to Las Vegas recently and wanted to express the essence of Vegas culture.

Her airbrushed pink stars placed over the nude underlay display nails that are larger than life.

“If I was going to be a rock star, I might as well get them,” says Rojas.

Expressing herself through nail designs allows Rojas to be more creative and out of the ordinary. She has tried everything from rhinestones to zebra stripes.

According to some fashion professionals the designs on the nails are known as “nail art.” Theresa Brown, an instructor of cosmetology, believes that “nail art” is equivalent to the art of tattooing.

Brown favors the neat and smart way of manicuring, which she refers to as, The French Tip or mild color tones of polish. Brown has seen people get carried away with their “nail art” and actually have the designs built on to the nail.

“Leave it to the young people, they are doing it. One fingernail could have four different colors on it,” says Brown.

Among the crowds of people and simple hands are mini canvases of original art floating on a campus near you.

Follow: