Labor Day honors the hardworking folks in the USA. That includes you!
The federal holiday falls on the first Monday in September. But the festivities begin beforehand with Labor Day weekend. So, let's get the party started! Check out these fun nail designs to celebrate Labor Day!
Patriotic Nail Designs
Lots of people and places hoist the Stars and Stripes for Labor Day. Flags decorate everywhere, from the Post Office to the next-door neighbor's house.
The decorations are like what you see on Independence Day. Therefore, a red, white, and blue manicure is ideal for joining in the fun!
There are all sorts of patriotic nail designs to enjoy. Moreover, they can match any outfit, from your swimsuit by the pool to a sundress at a barbeque.
What style should you play with first? Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Red, white, and blue swoops and swirls: Relax and get creative with colorful curves. Go retro with groovy lines or minimalist with thin stripes.
Here are the colors used in the images:
- American flag design: If you've got the patience, we've got the colors to paint tiny flags on your nails!
You could also incorporate the flag across all your fingers instead of cramming it onto one. Put the white stars on a blue background for your accent nail. Then continue the red and white stripes across the rest of your fingertips.
Alternatively, there's a more accessible option: use nail stickers and decals in patriotic designs.
Here are the colors used in the images:
- Gelish GE-861 (red)
- Gelish GE-124 (blue)
- Gelish GE-001 (white)
Tips for Creating Picture-Perfect Patriotic Nail Designs
The time you spend on nail prep pays off with a professional-looking manicure. If you want Insta-worthy nails, set aside enough time to care for them before you paint. And if you struggle with overgrown cuticles, remember that cuticle remover cream can help you push them back.
Also, ensure each color or layer has adequate time to dry before applying the next. Otherwise, you may end up with lavender instead of red, white, and blue!
If you're in a hurry, use gels. They cure to a flexible, smudge-resistant finish in about a minute with an LED nail lamp. Meanwhile, lacquers may need five to seven minutes to set and up to an hour to dry completely.
Finally, put white on the bottom unless you use it for highlights. Paint darker colors over lighter shades, then you won't need as many coats. Then seal everything with a high-quality top coat and cuticle oil, then enjoy!
Summer-inspired Nail Designs
Summer may be ending, but let's milk it for all it's worth! Keep the summer vibes going with these nail ideas:
- Flower nails: Flowers are a beautiful way to transition from summer to fall. Decorate your nails with sunflowers or daisies to keep things bright and cheerful.
Here are the colors we suggest:
- Picnic nails: Labor Day Weekend is a lovely time for a picnic. Paint a plaid tablecloth design as the base and add fun food and drink stickers.
- Pool party vibes: It's the last weekend of the summer, so let's go for a swim! Keep the red, white, and blue theme, or branch out with more colors.
How to Personalize Your Manicure
It's entertaining to browse nail design ideas, and there's nothing wrong with wanting to copy them. However, around the holidays, many people seem to have the same type of manicure. Instead, you can stand out from the crowd and make the look reflect your personal style.
- Spice up a patriotic color scheme with glitter shades, chrome powder, or an iridescent top coat. Be the first to do red, white, and blue glazed donut or aura nails.
- Give your nails a retro hippie vibe with a groovy tie-dyed look. It's easy to do with blossom gel. First, apply the base coat and cure it. Then brush on blossom gel but don't cure it yet. Instead, add a drop of color and let it "bloom" across the nail, then cure.
- Change the size or shape of your nails with extensions. You can create the illusion of length by using lighter colors and a minimalist design like French tips. Almond nails are a safe and stylish choice because they look elegant and are comfortable to wear. Spiked stilettos, meanwhile, could reflect an energetic personality.
- Add nail charms or rhinestones for extra depth and sparkle. Keep it low-key by focusing on an accent nail or glam up every fingertip to the max.
- Include meaningful details to inspire you, like short phrases, initials, or images. Promote a cause close to your heart or honor a loved one who's not there to celebrate with you this year.
- If you can't decide between designs, then don't! If Hailey Bieber can mix and match styles, so can you. Be as eclectic as you want. Have flowers on some fingers and stars and stripes on the next!
- The USA is a melting pot of many ethnicities and backgrounds. Labor Day honors all the hardworking individuals of all backgrounds who have contributed to the nation's success. Include cultural details on your Labor Day nails to spotlight what makes you proud of those who came before you.
Conclusion
We're happy you dropped by today! What fun nail designs will you pick for Labor Day? Will they be patriotic nails in honor of the occasion? Or a playful manicure to celebrate the end of summer? In any case, we hope you have a lovely holiday!
While you're here, check out our summer holiday color collections. We've got delicious shades in gel, lacquer, dip powder, and acrylic.
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