How to Make
For a moody, gothic-chic variation, dainty black bows painted over sheer black or nude bases evoke romantic vintage lace. Apply two coats of a sheer nude or light beige polish to create a clear backdrop. Dip a fine liner brush into black gel or acrylic paint to draw small, neat black ribbon bows across one or two accent nails. For added vintage flare, create a delicate black polka dot border or a sheer black “stocking” wash across the neighboring nails using a drop of black polish mixed with topcoat. Seal the complete manicure with a velvety matte topcoat to give the black bows a soft, fabric-like appearance.
