For some (ahem) Valentine’s Day is good for one thing only – finding posh chocolate, reduced, the day after. But, there’s heart-shaped joy to be found beyond the card shop… inside the nail salon.
Pink and red is pretty much the best colour combo these days – Glossier, we thank you – so it’s easy to see why these wondrous patterns look so great. Mini hearts, gold accents, I’m a sucker for it all. Try stickers if nail art is a little too advanced for your painting abilities or leave it to the pros at the salon for a longer-lasting *smudge-free* finish.
Oh, and side note – it’s not all nail art. Because, much like chocolate raisins (that ex boyfriend learnt the hard way), patterned nails aren’t for everyone.
By Rachel Spedding
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