The Christmas Issue · Editor’s Cover Story
40 christmas cat eye nails you’ll want to copy
The magnetic shimmer everyone is saving right now
Burgundy, emerald & icy chrome — every shade inside
Salon look, beginner-friendly steps
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Fresh picks added as we find them.
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We only keep the looks people actually save.
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2 Open a look
See the design up close and pick what you like.
3 Save it to Pinterest
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Christmas Light Strand Nails: The Twinkling Manicure Everyone Is Saving
Christmas light strand nails, step by step: a glossy nude base, one wavy green strand and tiny colorful bulbs. Beginner-friendly, with the dot-and-join trick.
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Frequently asked questions
How are designs chosen?
We pick the looks people are actually saving on Pinterest — festive, wearable ideas we would try ourselves — and feature the ones that stand out.
How do I save a design?
Open any look on the blog, then use the Pinterest button or the link to the original pin to save it to one of your own boards.
I am a beginner — where do I start?
Start with the simplest looks in the Start Here steps above — one strand, a few dots and a glossy top coat are all you need for your first design.
How often is the site updated?
New designs are added as we find them, so check back often — there is usually something fresh on the blog.
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