With summer in full swing, we need no excuses to bring out our strappy sandals and sleeveless tops. It’s the perfect time to flaunt our tans, beach waves and most importantly, our nail art! It’s the perfect time of the year to flaunt a perfectly polished set of fingers and toes, whether you are grabbing a coffee or off on a beach getaway.

While it may have been considered mandatory to paint both your toes and nails in the same shade, we disagree. The more the colours in our manicure and pedicure, the more brightness and funk. Want to nail this mani-pedi duo in two different tones this summer? Look no further than our guide to the top nail polish colour pairings…
 

Dramatic nails

Dramatic nails

If you thought that deep shades were reserved for winter, it’s time to think again. In fact, the addition of dark tones to your nails can add an edge to your look. The Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist in Mystic Hue, with its solid navy blue tone, will look spunky on your fingers. For your toes, go with the Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist Illuminate in Spring Papaya, a peach shade with shimmer that looks super on your toes.

 

Vivacious nails

Vivacious nails

Summertime calls for a punch of colour and that’s exactly why you should invite your nails to that party! On your fingers, opt for the Lakmé 9 to 5 Frosties nail enamel in Pink Frosty, which will lend your fingers a pop of pink with a frosted texture. Go bright on your toes as well by colour-blocking in orange with the Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist in Electric Orange.

 

Delicate nails

Delicate nails

Refresh the summer with a soothing touch of pastel shades. Paint your fingernails with the Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist in Mint Julep, a refreshing mint tone that’s a stark contrast to the summer heat. Pair it with a complementary gentle shimmery pink shade with the Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist Illuminate in Pink Diamond.

 

Classic nails

Classic nails

Whether summer or winter, you cannot go wrong with a classic pairing. That’s why we recommend you paint your fingernails in a sultry red with the Lakmé Absolute Fast & Fabulous Nail Color in Crimson Fire. For your toes, go with a neutral shade such as the Lakmé 9 to 5 Longwear Nailcolor in Beige Suit.

 

Metallic nails

Metallic nails

Play with metallic tones by mixing and matching two metallic shades. Paint your fingernails with the Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist Illuminate in Gold Glaze for a magnificent gold tone with shimmer. Pair this with the Lakmé Absolute Fast & Fabulous Nail Color in Silver Cloud for a chrome-like silver shade on your toes.

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