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Ooh-La-La, The Beauty of It All:

Gorgeous Hair and Makeup Trends for Spring / Summer 2011 (Continued)

Article by Amy E. Helfritz

FUNKY FINGERTIPS

Color is soooo in this season, and that's obvious when we check out the fingernail trends this spring! From classy nudes with a splash of your favorite shade, to crazy, intricate artwork adorning each little tip, these funky nails are bold, artistic, and of course, colorful! Check out some of the ways your nails can get some attitude:

Funky Fingertips: Nail Art, Bling, Moon Manicures, orangeBLING - Bring a little bling to your tips, with shiny metals like gold, silver, or bronze, or add an extra "wow" factor with shimmery diamond-like sparkles. Pick your favorite and shine, baby shine!

OVER THE MOON - Try the fun and flirty moon manicure for nails that are sure to get noticed. Choose two colors, one as a base, and the second you'll use to create a "moon" shape near the cuticle. This funky and fabulous trend is a definite attention-getter!

LAY LOW - If you prefer a more subtle look, try this fun trend that will make your fingers shine with sophistication. Start with your favorite neutral or nude shade, then pick a snazzy color and create a thin line across the tips of your nails. (Tip: follow the natural line where your nails begin to grow away from your fingertips.)

POP STARS - Fingernails are the perfect palette, and spring trends are taking advantage of that fact by creating artsy masterpieces on them. From polka-dots and cheetah patterns, to full-blown pop art replicas, this trend is sure to set you apart!

COLOR ALERT - You may have already noticed the theme throughout the make-up trends: orange here, orange there, orange, orange everywhere! The luscious, juicy color is impossible to escape this season, but then, who would want to? From eyelids to fingertips, orange is it!

Don't forget – whatever you do to those fingertips can also be done to your toes. Think sandals!

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