Monograms on nails: step by step photos for beginners

The Eastern practice of Feng Shui is a teaching about internal harmony, with the help of which you can reveal a person’s energy, find internal balance and enable creative thinking. Also, with the help of Feng Shui, you can stimulate brain activity to achieve career success, financial stability and gain new emotions and relationships.

Basic Rules

Nowadays, even manicures are done according to Feng Shui practice. After reading the article, you will learn the meaning of all the necessary colors, the basics and principles of Feng Shui nail art, and what you will need to perform a manicure using this technique.

Three basic rules of manicure according to Feng Shui:

It is important to remember that before you start doing any type of manicure according to Feng Shui, you need to tidy up the skin of your hands and nails. The skin of your hands must have a neat appearance and be well-groomed. There should be no damage, irritation, or protruding hangnails on it; it must be regularly moistened and special care products must be used. Untidy and dry hands cause a rapid loss of vitality and energy;
Before you start choosing and applying varnish, you need to give the nail plate a beautiful and suitable shape. If necessary, you need to trim the cuticle, level the nails using a base and eliminate roughness. The final step in preparing your nails for a manicure is to apply oil to the cuticles and the skin around the nails. The correct shape of the nail plate must be selected depending on the element to which the person belongs;
After completing the two previous rules, you can move on to the last one. You need to take a responsible approach to choosing the color palette of varnish and decorations. Know which fingers need to be highlighted with different colors and on which hand.

Drawing tools and materials

The most important and basic thing that you will initially have to acquire are various chemical elements, as well as additional compounds and solutions: fixative and solvent for nail polish remover and other liquids.

It is recommended to buy varnishes that do not have caustic and pungent odors, and it is necessary to check the expiration date of the product.

Next, you need to have acrylic paints in your arsenal. This type of paint has no harmful or side effects on nails, and they have a very wide range of colors. Their main advantage is that acrylic paints adhere very well to the nail and dry very quickly, while they are not very expensive.

You also need to purchase an important tool when working with nails, this is a set of brushes made from natural hair, it is advisable to have two different sets.

As decorative decorative elements, you can use various items that must be available: a variety of rhinestones, stones, beads and other items. You can’t do without glue, which is used when gluing various decorative elements on nails.

All beginners need to thoroughly study the theoretical materials on painting and designing nails, and only after that can they get down to business.

The simplest nail design with a pattern is made with a special brush with the finest tip.

They are designed to work with special acrylic-based paints, with which it is desirable to apply small arbitrary outlines; these lines can be supplemented with various dots.

This work will have a very chic and unique look, but the work will not be very difficult.

Creating a manicure

One of the main roles in Feng Shui manicure is played by the correct selection of colors, decorations and images.
You will need high-quality manicure brushes and toothpicks to create fine lines and detailed drawing of small elements. To paint your nails according to Feng Shui, you should get to know this eastern practice better and try to understand its subtleties. The color palette of nail polish is chosen in accordance with the element to which a person belongs.

In the eastern practice of Feng Shui, there are five elements:

Fire;
Water;
Earth;
Tree;
Metal.

To determine which element you belong to, you need to pay attention to the last digit of your year of birth. 0 and 1 – Metal element, 2 and 3 – Water element, 4 and 5 – Wood element, 6 and 7 – Fire element, 8 and 9 – Earth element.

There is one important nuance: if you were born between January 1 and February 20, then you need to subtract one from the number, because Chinese New Year is celebrated in the last days of February.

Meaning of fingers

Each part of the body has its own special meaning.
To create a Feng Shui manicure, you need to know what fingers and hands mean in Eastern practice. From the point of view of internal energy, the left hand is the receiving one, and the right hand is the giving one. It is also necessary to take into account that each finger has its own meaning. Right hand:

the thumb is responsible for the implementation of goals and plans, brain activity and success;
the index sign speaks of attention to your inner self;
the middle finger, with the right choice of color, protects against increased aggression, stress and resentment;
the nameless one is responsible for socialization and communication with others, conducive to new friendly and romantic acquaintances;
The little finger helps you find peace and comfort.

Left hand:

the thumb is a magnet of fears, worries and failures;
the index finger speaks of lack of self-confidence and strength, psychological and mental trauma;
the middle finger attracts new feelings, emotions and sensations in relationships, success in career advancement and creative achievements;
the ring finger speaks of disappointment, discomfort and loneliness;
If you choose the wrong color of nail polish, the little finger can attract deception, lies and betrayal into your life.

In a manicure performed using the Feng Shui technique, emphasis is placed on the middle finger of the left hand, and on the right, the ring, middle and little fingers are highlighted.

Color palette combination

The basics of Feng Shui nail art are to choose those shades of colors that reflect your inner state, mood and feelings.

You should compare the color you choose with the element to which you belong:

if your element is water, give preference to cool shades of blue and blue colors, and also pay attention to shades of purple and green. Black color is acceptable;
if you belong to the flaming element of fire, the most suitable colors for you will be yellow, orange, red and all shades of golden color;
if you belong to the calm element of earth, pay attention to colors such as yellow, green and brown. Preference should be given to not bright, muted shades;
is your element wood? Take a closer look at the brown color scheme, as well as rich green and blue shades. Just like in the element of water, you can focus on black;
if your element is metal, then everything is as simple as shelling pears. Choose any colors with a metallic or holographic effect, or with glitter and shimmer.

After reading the list, you may notice that it does not contain all the colors from the existing huge palette. For example, there are no white and gray colors, this is due to the fact that they are completely neutral, anyone can use them without any harm to themselves.

Using white color in Feng Shui manicure will definitely have a beneficial effect on all areas of life. It personifies inner harmony and tranquility.

Manicure with rhinestones at home

You can make a beautiful, stylish nail design at home. Of course, first you should treat your hands and do the manicure itself, as well as treat the cuticle. Only after this can you start working on the design.

To begin with, we recommend applying a clear varnish as a base. The next step is coating the nail plate. You can choose either a single color option or combine different shades.

Then everything will depend on the size and material of the rhinestones. For example, it is better to attach small pebbles to the varnish before it dries. This should be done using a toothpick or thin tweezers. If you purchased medium-sized rhinestones, then you need to attach them after the varnish has completely dried. To do this, you need to put a few drops of transparent varnish at their location. Only after this can the rhinestones be transferred to the nail and pressed lightly.

Large rhinestones are attached using special glue. After all the stones are placed on the nails, be sure to apply the finishing coat. You can use clear varnish instead, but only if the rhinestones are not plastic. Because they will quickly lose their shine.

As you can see, in 2020 there will be quite a few nail design options with rhinestones. This allows you to choose the ideal option both for everyday life and for a specific event or outfit. Therefore, do not be afraid to go beyond a single-color coating, feel free to try unusual combinations and your manicure will look truly stylish.

The meaning of flowers in Eastern practice

All colors have symbolic and individual meanings, they have a certain meaning. You need to know it to create the right manicure.

You need to choose the color scheme not just as you like, but knowing exactly what you want to receive or attract into your life:

White color . It is a symbol of complete calm, tranquility and spiritual purity. If you want to attract a flow of energy into your life and inner world, then this color is exactly what you need;
turquoise color, sea wave color. Responsible for financial well-being and stability in monetary matters. If you have any financial difficulties that you cannot solve in a short time, cover all your nails with one marine shade, and place a lighter or darker accent on the nails, which are responsible for stability in financial matters;
blue color and its shades . They personify inner harmony. If you have any conflicts or discord in your life, just choose a nail and hand with the desired meaning, cover it with blue and watch how your life changes for the better;
beige and all its shades . They symbolize calm and tranquility. If success accompanies all areas of your life and you would like to maintain this trend, just use beige shades in your manicure and don’t worry, luck will not leave you;
rich red color and shades of burgundy. They are the strongest and most powerful driving force behind success and absolute happiness. It can be used as an accent on several nails or as a main color;
golden shades . You should be as restrained and careful as possible with them. If your element does not correspond to this color, then it is better to focus on a small gold decor or accent on several nails. It is better to refrain from full coverage with gold color;
gray shades. They will help you take a responsible approach to solving important issues and be reasonable in them;
shades of orange and yellow
. They have the most positive effect on the human psyche, help the immune system become stronger and increase mood. If you are depressed or depressed, then these colors are exactly what you need right now. They will help you get out of negativity and find inner harmony. In the eastern practice of Feng Shui, shades of orange are responsible for health;
shades of pink and fuchsia. They are a kind of magnet for femininity and youth. If you want to look better and hide your age a little, attract tenderness and romance into your life - feel free to choose these shades. They will help you reveal your inner feminine energy and realize yourself in life;
shades of lilac, lavender, blue - help to activate brain activity and improve the functioning of the intellect. These shades, as well as gold, should be handled with extreme care, and used only for a few fingers or to focus on one at all;
green color. It is the main symbol of harmony, inner peace and balance in life. This color will allow you to gain self-confidence and believe in your strength.

Manicure with a pattern on short nails

Many girls mistakenly believe that the designs on short nails are not as interesting as those on long nails. In fact, short nails are a great canvas for creativity. You can depict anything on them, from simple designs on nails to entire compositions.

When choosing a design for short nails, you should adhere to the following rules:

It is necessary to take into account the shape of the nails. If it is square, then it is better to give preference to bright graphic designs; on oval nails, on the contrary, light pastel tones of varnish are suitable.
Vertical patterns visually lengthen the fingers.

Drawings for short nails, photo

Ideas for designs for short nails, photos

Drawings for short nails, photo

Tutorial video: Stylish design for short nails

Nail designs photos of new products 2020

In the 2020 season, non-uniform manicure will be popular. The trend is not only ethnic and geometric motifs, but also various zigzags, symbols and even whole words.

Popular color combinations will be: purple with black, red with gray or white, blue with coral or yellow, blue with silver.

Bright, juicy nail designs for summer 2020

It is worth noting that the fashion for identical nails is a thing of the past. Nowadays it is important to paint your nails in different colors.

Looking at the fashion blogs of beauty artists, we can conclude that in the winter of 2020 the palm will be taken over by deep blue color. It can be combined with silver or gold patterns, rhinestones or beads.

Fashionable designs on nails and shades of varnishes 2020

New nail design – “Gzhel” pattern

Animal print has not lost its popularity for several months now. Perky and funny animal faces look cute and flirty. They say that girls who choose such designs on their nails have a perky and cheerful character.

Nail designs with animal print, photo

Nail designs imitating the skin of predatory animals are popular. Often on the nails of fashionistas you can find a pattern in the form of spots of a jaguar, a tiger, or just cat tracks. It is absolutely not necessary to decorate all your nails with a print; just select two fingers.

It's hard to imagine decor without a floral arrangement. This is perhaps the most popular design among fashionable contemporaries. A special chic is watercolor tones. Therefore, fans of manicures with flowers can safely decorate their nails with a sakura branch.

Drawings on nails with gel paint, photo

Flower designs on nails with gel paint or gel polish

Monogram and floral designs on nails with a brush

Patterns and lace on nails with a brush

French manicure with a pattern looks stylish and fashionable. Art-French can be combined with any outfit. Usually the design is applied to the ring nail. When creating an art jacket, various designs are used on the nails: abstractions, curls, dots, oblique and straight lines, circles, floral motifs, colored blots.

Black and white jacket with a pattern, photo

Tutorial video: Manicure with a pattern with color stretching

To attract romance and love

“Love” manicure is one of the possible Feng Shui manicure options, which can involve the left hand. To create a manicure, take some red, pink or purple and apply it to the middle finger of your left hand.

On your right hand, do the same procedure, focusing on the middle finger. Masters of Eastern practice say that there are several types of Feng Shui manicure to attract romance and feelings into your life.

One theory says that the ring finger on the left hand should be accentuated with beautiful decoration. To attract love, apply manicure only to your left hand. In this case, you can hope to meet true love. Such a manicure on the right hand will give the opposite effect.

A few more ideas for dessert

Cover your nails with base polish. It is important that the base creates a contrast with the pattern.
Pour a small amount of pink or red nail polish onto a previously prepared piece of paper.
Use a toothpick to grab a little varnish and place parallel dots.
From each point you need to draw thin strips down, which turn the workpiece into a heart.

Our photo selection proves that light designs on nails are easy to create at home, without having any special artistic talents. Move from theory to practice and create an exclusive and original design!