News Create This 4th of July Manicure in Just 5 Easy Steps By Samantha Faragalli Samantha Faragalli Samantha Faragalli Younghans is a writer and editor based in New York who covers all things food, fashion, lifestyle, and celebrity. She has been published in Eat This, Not That, as well as Livestrong, Closer Weekly, Distractify, Life and Style Weekly, In Touch Weekly, and InStyle. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on July 2, 2015 @ 02:00PM Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Courtesy Nothing says American pride like a red, white, and blue mani—especially when it's decked out with stars and stripes. Below, we've got you covered with an easy step-by-step guide by manicurist Jin Soon. This super cute look is perfect for rocking at a backyard barbeque or firework show—especially when complemented by these chic red, white and blue accessories. Keep reading for the full breakdown! Step 1: Apply a base coat Apply a base coat like JINsoon Power & Base Coat ($18; nordstrom.com) to strengthen and prime the nail before applying color. Step 2: Fill in red on half of the nail Courtesy Alternate between the bottom and top of each nail with a classic cherry red hue like JINsoon Nail Lacquer in Coquette ($18; nordstrom.com). 7 Hot Hotels to Watch Fireworks on July 4th Step 3: Fill in blue on the other half of the nail Courtesy To achieve the stripes effect with a bold electric blue like JINsoon Nail Lacquer in Blue Iris ($18; nordstrom.com) on the other half of the nail. Step 4: Apply 2 coats of polka dots Courtesy Allow the color to dry for a minute or two, then dot on white accents (Soon used JINsoon lacquer in Polka White, $18; nordstrom.com) to create a stars effect. Step 5: Apply a top gloss Courtesy To achieve a long-lasting, chip-free manicure, finish with a top coat like JINsoon Top Gloss & Coat ($18; nordstrom.com) for added shine and protection. Related Video: InStyle's Editor-at-Large Is Obsessed with Sally Hansen Cuticle Eraser Impress Everyone with These Red, White, and Blueberry Ice Pops at Your Fourth of July Party