-Advertorial- Pastel colors are one of the hottest fashion trends this season, and this is certainly something which you can also incorporate into your nail designs! If you’re keen to find a subtle way to work this trend into your summer look, then using pastel polishes can be ideal. Here are just a few hints and tips on how to wear this summer style.

Firstly, it can be well worth investing in one or two opaque pastel polishes. These tend to be more effective in demonstrating this trend, as they are a little more obvious than traditional translucent styles. This means that not only will you notice your nail color when you’re texting on your cell or playing online foxy bingo, you nail color will also be noticable to others, even from a slight distance. You can also help to highlight your pastel polish by choosing a shade which contrasts slightly with your clothes. For example, if you are wearing a peppermint-colored top, then why not try contrasting with candy-colored pink nails, or a sugary lemon shade?

Apply at least two coats of your chosen polish in order to achieve a striking, bold effect. In order to really tap into the pastel trend, you should try and use shades which are as light as possible, in order to achieve a sweet and sugary look. The good news is that this is a style which works well on all nail shapes and lengths, as it is most effective when used as a simple block colour. That said, pastel shades also work well if you’re keen to use the marbling effect – see my tutorial on how to do this without using water technique.

Another great addition to this style is the use of a matte top coat. Like glossy top coats, this will protect your nails and help to make your polish last, but without the added shine.

Do you like using pastel nail polish?