To celebrate the launch of the
new beauty counters at Kohl's in almost 300 stores, I've created 4 manicures in metallic and gemtone shades -- totally on-trend for winter.
Shades: Dancing Queen & Chain Mail
(silver color with iridescent metallic finish & charcoal gray color with metallic finish)
Cost: $$$
The Scoop:
What better brand to choose for a trend post than ELLE? Not only are their shades super fashionable, they are also available exclusively at Kohl's. Here, I started with 2 coats of the dark gray on my whole nail and let that dry overnight. Then, I used painter's tape to mark the diagonal stripe and finished with 2 coats of the silver color.
Shade: Amp It Up Amethyst
(violet purple color, metallic finish)
Cost: $$$
The Scoop:
If you're trying to find a way to brighten up a gloomy winter day, look no further than your nails. This rich purple shade is bright in sunlight, and takes on a cool edge at night. For an extra pop, don't match it to your outfit.
Shades: Gold N' Glitz & Shock It To Me
(gold color with metallic finish & magenta purple color with glossy finish)
Cost: $$$
The Scoop:
Nails are quickly becoming the star of the runway at Fashion Week, so here's a scene-stealing look: Jazz up a manicure with an accent nail. It's the easiest nail art you can do. Here, the gold and magenta colors are perfectly festive for the holidays.
Shade: Sapphire Sophisticate
(cobalt blue color, metallic finish)
Cost: $$$
The Scoop:
I wear blue all year round, but I especially love it in the winter. And I think it looks best on shorter nails. This shade is a slightly darker, metallic version of Pantone's 2014 color of the year, Dazzling Blue. It's the perfect cold weather hue!
