CND Predicts Fall 2011 Nail Trends

For 15 years, CND has created trend-setting manicures to perfectly accessorize designer visions on the catwalk. This season, the nail care marketer worked with 22 designers including household names such as Jason Wu, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Carolina Herrera, Malandrino and Monique Lhuillier.

“This Fall, manicures are emerging in waves of rich jewel tones, earthy and worn shades, and comfortable colors – as cozy as a boyfriend’s t-shirt,” says CND co-founder and style director, Jan Arnold.

Manicures delve into the past…faded, traditional and textured in soft sandstone washes of color. A literal return to the roots. Nature takes back the urban landscape with earthen shades of muted brown, green and patina peach. Pair this grounded look with rugged leather, sediment shaded woven wear, tough denim and weathered knits.

Worn-in clothes evoke softness and worn-out colors, and provide an element of comfort and timelessness. Manicures are faded with muted iridescence blushing in vintage gold, peach, icy blue and green. Worn best with softened sateen sweaters, heirloom jacquards, Victorian buttons and pearls and smoky sheers. Custom blended minty sage nails were sported at Costello Tagliapietra, and a hazy purple was mixed for Malandrino.

For Fall 2011, CND will release a box set of Midnight Sapphire and Dark Amethyst Colours and Sheer 24K Sparkle Effect for $29. The kit debuts in September.

More info: www.CND.com