At this point, we have to be on constant alert for whenever Hailey Bieber posts a manicure inspo picture. From "cinnamon-roll" to glazed donut, Hailey has been our reference every time we enter the nail shop.
ICYMI: The beauty brand owner celebrated her 28th birthday on November 22, and brought together some of her closest friends for a special birthday bash. On Instagram, she posted a carousel of images featuring a tower of espresso martinis and a cake that said "28...tini" in black icing. See what she did there?
The It-girl loves martinis so much that she themed her entire birthday bash around it, right down to her fingernails. We couldn't help but notice the striking cocktail-inspired manicure as soon as it popped up on our 'For You Page. Of course, the genius behind this artistic design is Hailey's beloved nail artist, Zola Ganzorigt aka @nailsbyzola. She posted a picture on Instagram of Hailey in her sultry black birthday 'fit holding a martini glass, with her birthday mani on full display.
© @nailsbyzolaZola opted for Hailey's signature almond-shaped, medium-length nails but they were painted a soft baby blue hue. At first glance, it's not easy to see but if you zoom in on the images, each finger has a metallic chrome effect. The celebrity manicurist also added some intricate nail art - little olives just like the ones floating in her glass on her pinky and middle finger. For her special day, Hailey diverted from her usual neutral nail palette and brought some colourful fun to her mani.
© @nailsbyzolaZola is yet to post the specific details of this playful mani-moment, but if you want to replicate Hailey's cocktail-inspired birthday nails, we have some expert opinions. Beauty experts at Fresha, the global beauty and wellness app, have provided their top tips on achieving this trending look from the comfort of your own home.
"Leave it to the ultimate trendsetter to signify the start of winter” shared Sophie Vongkhamsao, in-house Beauty and Content Specialist at Fresha, “This effortlessly chic look encapsulates the winter theme that doesn’t stick to the classic burgundy red or dark green, with Hailey opting for a trendy lighter twist. An olive martini is also the perfect inspiration for the holiday party season. "
How to re-create Hailey Bieber's 'Dirty Martini' birthday nails
- Start by prepping your nails. This often includes removing any previous nail varnish and making sure your nails are clean, as well as pushing down your nail bed slightly and clipping down your nails to a desired length.
- Once your nails are prepped, file your nails into an almond shape. An almond shape usually keeps a good length at the centre, so try to file down the side of your nails while maintaining this. Once this is achieved, you can file the tip of your nail into the shape of an almond – buffing out any rough edges to create a semi-pointed look.
- Apply one coat of light blue polish as the base colour which will serve as the background. Apply the polish with smooth strokes starting at the centre of the nail and then filling in the sides. Make sure to allow the first layer to dry completely and then repeat the previous step with a second coat of polish.
- Recreating the tiny olives swimming in the glass is where it gets a little bit tricky. You need to have a steady hand and a lot of patience to create this intricate design. Take a nail art brush and create a green dot, then add a smaller red dot on top of it to look like an olive.
- Finish off the look with a thin layer of topcoat to seal the design and help it last longer. If you’re looking to take this look up a notch, use cuticle oil to nourish your nail beds and give a natural shine to your nails.
Sophie encouraged beauty lovers to put their own their own festive stamp on these iconic nails, perhaps by incorporating their own favorite Christmas cocktails such as mulled wine or a Christmas mimosa.
The Rhode Skin founder's celebratory look was completed with her usual effortless glam. She wore her glossy brown tresses in a half-up, half-down style, slicked back to perfection. She also looked as dewy and glowy as ever, and swiped a reddish-brown blush on the apples of her cheeks for a winter flush. To pull the look together, she replicated the brown hues of her blush and created a similar shade for a glossy lip.
Thanks, Hailey, for another mani-moment for our mood board.
