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SEARCHMTV's Video Music Awards (VMAs) saw a red carpet filled with beautiful manicures from OPI’s new Big Zodiac Energy collection, and more OPI classic colors. Get the celebrity looks using the new collection.
The red carpet looks at MTV's VMAs.
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This year’s nail looks seen on the VMAs red carpet featured OPI’s new Big Zodiac Energy collection in addition to OPI shades Black Onyx, Put It in Neutral, and Alpine Snow.
Ice Spice's French manicure.
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Celebrity nail artist Eri Ishizu created the ultimate early-2000’s inspired French manicure for Ice Spice using iconic OPI shades, paying homage to past VMA’s performance by the Queen of Pop Britney Spears.
“Ice Spice’s outfit was inspired by Britney Spears’ 2003 VMAs look, featuring her in a white dress and rocking a French mani for her famous performance. OPI is such an iconic brand that it was only fitting to take it back to an iconic moment in VMAs history featuring the pop icon and early-2000’s aesthetic with a thick white tip.”
— Eri Ishizu, Celebrity Nail Artist
How To
Start by prepping the nails.
Apply OPI GelColor Stay Classic Base Coat.
For the nail lacquer version, use OPI Natural Nail Base Coat.
Once dry, apply two coats of OPI GelColor in “Put It In Neutral.”
For the nail lacquer version, use OPI Nail Lacquer in “Put It In Neutral.”
Create a white French tip using OPI GelColor in “Alpine Snow.”
For the nail lacquer version, use OPI Nail Lacquer in “Alpine Snow.”
Seal the look by applying OPI GelColor Stay Shiny Top Coat.
For the nail lacquer version, use OPI Top Coat.
Demi Lovato's black nail look.
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Singer Demi Lovato went back to their roots with a black nail look done by celebrity nail artist and OPI Global Ambassador Natalie Minerva. Initially known for their pop-punk style, Natalie used one of OPI’s most iconic shades “Black Onyx” with a stiletto nail shape. The look was inspired by Demi’s latex performance outfit.
“Demi is wearing a sleek latex look for her performance so we decided to pair it with a clean black stiletto nail using one of OPI’s popular shades Black Onyx for their VMA look,” said Minerva. “Inspired by their outfit, we wanted the nail look to have a similar feel and replicate the material. As we enter the spooky season, black is the new red.”
How To
Begin with a sharp medium length stiletto gel extension. (Skip this step when doing regular nail lacquer).
Apply OPI GelColor Stay Classic Base Coat.
For the nail lacquer version, use OPI Natural Nail Base Coat or OPI Nature Botanical Strong Base Coat.
Apply two coats of OPI GelColor in “Black Onyx.”
For the nail lacquer version, use OPI Nail Lacquer in “Black Onyx” or OPI Nature Strong Natural Origin Nail Lacquer in “Onyx Skies.”
Finally, apply one coat of OPI GelColor Stay Shiny Top Coat.
For the nail lacquer version, use the OPI Top Coat or OPI Nature Strong Natural Origin Top Coat.
Sabrina Carpenter’s holographic manicure.
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Celebrity nail artist and OPI Global Ambassador Zola Ganzorigt, added a touch of cosmic elegance to Sabrina Carpenter’s red carpet look at the MTV VMAs. Using OPI’s new Big Zodiac Energy collection, she created a stunning holographic manicure that perfectly complimented her silver-studded gown.
“Considering Sabrina had two different looks for the night, we wanted to create a manicure that seamlessly complimented both her jewel-studded performance look and glamorous red carpet ensemble,” said Ganzorigt. “Pulling inspiration from her journey on tour, we opted for a pop of sparkle to capture the essence of her ‘Bejeweled Era.’”
How To
Apply one coat of OPI GelColor Stay Strong Base Coat.
For nail lacquer version, use OPI Natural Nail Base Coat.
Next, apply two coats of OPI GelColor in “I Cancer-tainly Shine” from the new OPI Big Zodiac Energy collection.
For nail lacquer version, use OPI Nail Lacquer in “I Cancer-tainly Shine.”
Apply one coat of OPI GelColor Stay Shiny Top Coat, then wipe the nails with alcohol wipes. (Skip this step if using nail lacquer)
Rub in OPI Chrome Effects in “Mixed Metals.”
For nail lacquer version, opt for one light coat of OPI Nail Lacquer in “Angels Flight to Starry Nights.”
Lastly, apply one coat of OPI GelColor Stay Shiny Top Coat.
For nail lacquer version, apply one coat of OPI Top Coat.
Madelyn Cline subtle ombrè manicure.
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Celebrity nail artist and OPI Global Ambassador Zola Ganzorigt, used iconic OPI shades to create a timeless manicure for Madelyn Cline, enhancing her red carpet elegance at the MTV VMAs.
“To capture her natural and timeless beauty, we went with my go-to classic OPI shades to create an elegant manicure that complimented Madelyn’s stunning beige Givenchy gown,” added Ganzorigt. “The subtle ombrè manicure felt like the perfect way to bring sophistication into her overall look. I always have these shades in my kit!”
How To
Apply one coat of OPI GelColor Stay Strong Base Coat.
For nail lacquer version, use OPI Natural Nail Base Coat.
Next, apply two coats of OPI GelColor in “Put It In Neutral.”
For nail lacquer version, use OPI Nail Lacquer in “Put It In Neutral.”
Next, apply one coat of OPI GelColor in “Alpine Snow” on the tip of the nails and gently smooth it out using ombré brush.
For nail lacquer version, use OPI Nail Lacquer in “Alpine Snow.”
Next, apply one coat of OPI GelColor in “Funny Bunny” on the tip of the nails and gently smooth it out using ombré brush.
For nail lacquer version, use OPI Nail Lacquer in “Funny Bunny.”
Lastly, apply one coat of OPI GelColor Stay Shiny Top Coat.
For nail lacquer version, apply one coat of OPI Top Coat.
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