White Nail Polish is a Thing, so Here's Why You Should Try It
White nail polish was all over the Spring 2013 runways during New York Fashion Week, and celebrities like Miley Cyrus and Zoe Saldana have been snapped by paparazzi wearing the pale lacquer all summer.
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It seems like an odd choice: won't it look like white out? But the truth is, white polish is extremely versatile, flatters all skin tones, and can enhance the look of a tan. There are loads of while polishes on the market in a variety of undertones and finishes, so there's definitely something for everyone.
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From white hot to pearly sheer, here's a guide to finding the perfect shade.
1. Shimmer If you're a little apprehensive about the white nail trend, start with a shimmery shade. It will provide just a a tinge of white. And who can resist a little bit of sparkle action on the nails? (Julep Nail Vernis Kate, $14, sephora.com)
2. Sheer For those seeking a grown up, glossier look, a sheer, warm white will do. Nail expert Deborah Lippman used the shade on the models during the spring 2013 Honor show.
"Whether it's opaque or sheer, white is definitely a trend right now," Lippman told fashionista.com. "It's clean and neutral, yet bright for summer. You could wear it any time." (Deborah Lippman, Like A Virgin, $17, bigelowchemists.com)
3. Bright Show it loud and flash it proud! A bold, opaque white work on everyone, but looks exceptionally great on those with a darker skin tone. (NARS in Ecume, $19, narscosmetics.com)
4. White Hot Just as loud as a neon and infused with undertones of blue, these cool shades look great on those with pale to medium skin tones. (Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Feathered, $10, sephora.com)
5. Gray Tint A perfect mix between a white and a cement colored gray, this shade may look kind of like greige putty in the bottle, but it's a great choice for those who have a medium skin tone. (OPI My Boyfriend Scales Walls, $8, drugstore.com)
6. Matte For a nice, crisp finish on any skin tone, try a matte texture. To keep the color looking even when applying, do not use a transparent or shiny base coat. Instead, apply a single coat of the matte polish directly to the nail. There's no need to apply a second coat or a top coat as you don't want to ruin the matte finish. And, bonus: you'll save on time and products. (OPI Alpine Snow, $8, drugstore.com)
7. Pearl A classy way to wear white nails is with a pearl finish. It looks great on all skin tones, because of it's ability to reflect light, it's a great way to brighten up dull, sallow skin. It looks particularly lovely on pale skin. (Illamasqua Scorch, $17, sephora.com)
8. Cool A sheer shade such as this is great for a French manicure and still maintains its sheerness even when applied in two layers. Nail artist Julie Kandalec tells fashionista.com that the best way to wear this shade is to apply a ridge-filling base coast first. "Apply with more of a gliding, light-stroke - almost like floating," she said. (Essie in Waltz, $8, essie.com)
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