The Prettiest Mani-Pedi Combos to Try Now

By InStyle.com
Jun 28, 2013 @ 4:41 pm
The Prettiest Mani-Pedi Combos to Try Now
Start Slideshow

1 of 12

The Prettiest Mani-Pedi Combos to Try Now

Courtesy
Lacquering up in the same hue from head to toe has long been a beauty move of the past, and the gaining popularity of nail art makes for even more ways change up the routine. We asked top celebrity manicurists to pick spring's hottest mani-pedi nail pairs-including the best ways to complement edgy patterned decals. Keep reading to see each look now!
Advertisement

2 of 12

Nudes and Neons

Courtesy, Time Inc Digital Studio
Now here's one way to walk on the wild side! Jenna Hipp, who has painted up the famous fingers of Lea Michele and Miley Cyrus, suggests pairing a buff-toned lunar pattern, like NCLA's Nude Moon Nail Wraps ($16; shopncla.com) with Illamasqua's day-glo Rare shade ($14; sephora.com) on the toes. "A barely-there nail is an elegant way to lengthen finger and keep your look professional without being distracting," she said. "I love the contrast of a modest moon mani with a bright color on the toes. Not only is a bright pedicure a mood-booster, the combo allows you to try two trends at once."

3 of 12

Flushed Fingers and Holographic Toes

Courtesy, Time Inc. Digital Studio
Sheer washes of color are all the rage in spring makeup trends, so why not carry that effect onto your nails as well? Manicurist Dawn Sterling, who has worked with Alicia Keys, is taking a "business on the hands, party on the toes" approach this season by balancing a holographic pedicure with Dior's blush-toned Nail Glow ($24; dior.com) on the fingers. "It gives the illusion that your white nail tips are even whiter than they actually are," she said. "For the toes, I like a little fun, and I'm in love with NARS' Disco Inferno ($19; narscosmetics.com)! It's an iridescent silver with hints of pink when the nails are angled."
Advertisement

4 of 12

High-Octane Neons

Courtesy
Ombre isn't just for your hair anymore! A neon fade like NCLA's Electric Gradient Nail Wraps ($16; shopncla.com) makes for a mood-boost at your fingertips, and Madeline Poole, whose handiwork has been worn by Kim Kardashian and Kate Bosworth, suggests making just as big of an impact with your pedicure. "You could go either way with this look, but I love a classic red nail and Zoya's America shade is a perfect orangey, tomato red," she told us. "Or, a neon toe like Never a Dull Moment by Ginger + Liz ($12; gingerandliz.com) could be amazing for spring and summer if you're adventurous!" If the bold highlighter hue intimidates you, Poole also recommends Ginger + Liz's New Money ($12; gingerandliz.com), a cool teal.

5 of 12

Buff and Wine

Courtesy, Time Inc Digital Studio
While most people opt to place darker colors on the toes than on the fingers, manicurist Gina Viviano believes that some rules are meant to be broken. A beige pedicure breathes new life into fall's oxblood hue, and makes for a fun way to hold onto the trend through the new season. "I like Chanel's Accessoire, a deep burgundy creme, paired with the opaque foundation nude color in Beige ($27 each; chanel.com)," said Viviano, who works with Lana del Rey and Kristen Stewart.

6 of 12

Pretty Pastels

Courtesy
Nothing welcomes the arrival of spring more than the sudden abundance of pastel tones, and we love the graphic effect made by NCLA's Orbit Ring Nail Wraps ($16; shopncla.com). Since the crisp outline implies a bad-girl edge, you don't have to worry about overloading on the sweet tones. "Any of these cute pastels could work on the toes with the orbit nail," Poole said of the brand's Life Is a Beach lacquers ($16 each; shopncla.com).
Advertisement

7 of 12

Petal Lacquer and Spring Blooms

Courtesy, Time Inc Digital Studio
As the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers, but if you happen to get caught in the storm, NCLA's botanical nail decals ($16; shopncla.com) serve as a hopeful reminder. They're a fashion-forward take on traditional floral patterns, and manicurist Stephanie Stone advises pulling one hue from the print to incorporate on your toes. "Lancome's Rose Plumeti ($15; lancome-usa.com) is a great pedicure match for this set," she said. "The baby pink polish complements the color blocking in a perfect way."

8 of 12

Seaside Hues

Courtesy, Time Inc Digital Studio
Spring break, anyone? If your beach vacation feels too far in the distant future, opt for a sea-toned pedicure as a temporary substitute to wading in the water. "Chanel's Blue Satin is a deep inky blue," said Viviano. "I like it paired with the nail color in Fracas, a gorgeous coral, on the fingers ($27 each; chanel.com)."

9 of 12

Stargazing Shades

Courtesy, Time Inc Digital Studio
We're loving this view! Incorporate the Milky Way's dynamic nebulas into your beauty routine with the Stephanie's Galaxy nail strips ($16;
Advertisement

10 of 12

Tone-on-Tone Beige

Courtesy, Time Inc. Digital Studio
When in doubt, opt for a nude lacquer. Buff shades have an elongating effect, making your fingers appear longer and leaner. "The simplicity with manicures has been growing momentum for some time now," said Sterling. "My favorite combo of polish to use for a beautiful nude is a thin coat of Chanel's Frenzy ($27; chanel.com) topped with a coat of Essie's Fed Up ($8; essie.com)." Layer the two lacquers for a timeless nude pedicure, then wear Essie's pale apricot alone on your hands.

11 of 12

Classic Crimson

Courtesy, Time Inc Digital Studio
What would Marilyn do? If your tastes veer toward the classic, try a retro-inspired moon manicure like NCLA's Dita Did It ($16; shopncla.com) with a solid red pedi. "The creamy half-moon against crimson already makes a statement for your entire look, giving off instant bombshell attitude," said Hipp. "Keep toes classy by using a similar shade of red to complete the vintage vibe." Hipp's favorite option is NARS's Jungle Red ($19; narscosmetics.com), a sexy sanguine hue.
Replay gallery

Share the gallery

Up Next

  • By InStyle.com InStyle.com
Advertisement