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The neon negative space nails we really have no choice but to recreate

Bare meets bright

Digital Beauty Editor / May 25 2020

We don't think we ever met a negative manicure we didn't like - in fact, they're all pretty damn divine. What we're especially loving lately, though, is the colour compromise between bright and bare: meet negative space designs of the neon variety.

Fun, fresh and even sometimes fluoro, these hybrid manicures pair your natural nail colour with the best and brightest shades under the rainbow - AKA the ideal colour compromise.

We've rounded up our very favourite takes on the trend - perfect timing considering nail salons across Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales open up shop again June 1st. Tell your technician you've got your inspiration shots at the ready.

#1

A cheeky colourful take, showcasing a different statement shade on each nail.

Image via: @paintboxnails

#2

We see no reason why you can't add a little black to make your neon shades pop.

Image via: @nails_of_la

#3

Everyone's favourite highlighter duo (pink and orange, of course) in manicure form.

Image via: @nails_of_la

#4

Colourful candy corn-esque stripes with touches of glimmering gold foil.

Image via: @amyytran

#5

Kendall Jenner took the trend for a test-drive, opting for little hints of lime against her bare nail.

Image via: @modernpampersalon

#6

Use a touch of a deeper shade (like these scarlet tips) to ground your brighter hue.

Image via: @betina_goldstein

#7

Not mad for multicolour? Choose your favourite shade and stick with it.

Image via: @nails_of_la

#8

Keep your brights looking somewhat understated by applying them in a stacked centred column.

Image via: @nails_of_la


Main image credit:@amyytran

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