Cynthia Erivo Nails Wicked Manicure at NYC Movie Premiere

“Wicked” wasn’t the only thing clawing for attention at the New York City premiere of the highly anticipated new film starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo.

It was Erivo’s manicure!

Erivo, who stars as Elphaba, nailed the film’s good-witch, bad-witch vibes in the steady hands of nail artist Mycah Dior’s whimsical dagger-like acrylics that mimicked the movie set.

“It brings Elphaba and Glinda’s worlds to life,” said Dior. “Green and pink colors embody their contrasting personalities, with Elphaba’s vivid green skin and Glinda’s soft, light-hearted aura. Hand-sculpted, painted 3D eyes add a bold, mysterious element, while a hand-drawn clock captures the timeless magic of the story. Every detail adds to the enchanting, whimsical feel of this set. It took about four hours to create.”

Dior created the look using a slate of OPI‘s stirring colors: Witch O’Clock; Ozitively Elphaba; Let’s Rejoicify; Mod About You; Alpine Snow; and Black Onyx.

“For two of the nails, I applied OPI Let’s Rejoicify using a fine detailing brush, drawing a French tip or diagonal line and filling in the negative space with GelColor top coat,” said Dior. “I drew a crisscross pattern overlay in a darker green, an almost black shade, to add depth and contrast, giving it a chic and textured appearance. Embellishments, like green rhinestones and crystals, are applied along one side of the nail, enhancing the glamorous vibe and adding dimensionality. I think the hand-drawn elements like the clock and the eye really stand out as well.”

The weight of the manicure certainly defies gravity!