Show off your Duke pride with these super trendy and easy-to-do purple and gold manicures.
Tip to remember: Always use a clear base coat so that in case you make any mistakes your nails will not be stained, especially when using dark colors. Top coats keep nails from chipping and gives them long-lasting shine.
1. Classic with a twistKeep your mani simple by painting one had gold and the other purple.
2. Dots A super easy way to the perfect dot design is to use the end of a bobby pin.
3. LilacIf you aren’t a fan of dark color polish, don’t be afraid to go with a lighter shade. For an extra chic look add a gold accent to a nail of your choice using glitter or other nail art.
4. Hint of gold glitter Paint the nail completely purple and then at the base of your nail add a little bit of gold glitter polish.
5. Chevron The simplest way to make a chevron nail design is to use tape as a stencil.
6. Gold Accent Make a statement by painting all but one nail purple.
7. Two-Toned The secret to a two-tone mani is the polish itself. This one is called “space cadet” by Orly.
8. RosesUse a stencil, stickers, or other nail art to make flowers your main nail design.
9. Three Shades Can’t decide between shades? Who cares! Use them all, but remember to add a little bling!
10. OmbreThe trick for the perfect ombre is to paint the nail completely with a light color polish and then add a stripe of a darker color at the top or bottom. Top it with one more coat of the original light color quickly so the colors blend and create the desired gradient.