INTRODUCING RIVIERA
Prediction:Riviera will be the must-have shade of the summer.
Dive straight in with our brand-new blue gel nail polish, inspired by the azure waters and vibrant lifestyles of iconic rivieras around the world. Meet your new go-to summer shade for trending nail designs — including blue French tips, bold stripes, solid blues with matte finishes and Greek pattern nail art looks.
With the Pinterest Predicts 2024 report forecasting a 260% increase in searches for ‘Fun Blue Nails’, it’s time to jump on board the blue trend to see you from summer into the cooler months.
“I’ve always loved to travel and with Riviera, I wanted to capture the feeling of a luxurious coastal escape. It's the perfect shade for tapping into trends this summer.”
Daisy Kalnina — CEO & Founder at The GelBottle Inc.
Discover more about the rivieras that inspired the shade of the summer, and how you can recreate the latest manicure trends. Let’s dive in...
DESTINATION: FRENCH RIVIERA
It’s time to channel the allure of Côte d'Azur — the stunning Mediterranean coastline and go-to spot for sun seekers.
Our blue shade, Riviera, will transport you to the sapphire waters and sun-drenched landscapes of Saint-Tropez and Cannes. The French tip is one of the most-requested nail art looks. For a touch of French sophistication, add a modern twist to your clients’ tips with a blue smile line, evocative of the horizon, where the Med sea meets the sky.
THE LOOK: FRENCH (TIP) RIVIERA
Why not swap your white gel French tip shade for Riviera this summer? This statement look has a deeper smile line for a bold blue French tip.
A shiny top coat is the perfect finishing touch to reflect the sunlight and showcase your stunning look.
GET THE LOOK
- Start by selecting and applying your chosen BIAB™ (trust us, it’s okay to have favourites!). Cure in the TGB Light The Way Nail Lamp for 99 seconds on Low Heat Mode. For more tips and advice, head to our new PRO HUB to find our application guides.
- Decant a drop or two of Riviera onto a nail art pallet and dip your Liner 01 Brush in, then draw your French tip design. Use light pressure and even out any imperfections. We recommend you cure and repeat to ensure depth of colour.
- Top your design with Extreme Shine Top Coat, or Rubber Top 2.0, and cure.
Et voilà, you’re done!
DESTINATION: GREEK RIVIERA
Bring the Grecian glamour to your clients’ fingertips. Inspired by islands dotted with whitewashed brick buildings, bold blue roofs and secluded crystal-clear waters, Riviera is a shade that captures the essence of natural Aegean beauty.
Greece is on everyone’s radar (and Pinterest boards). For a truly Grecian-inspired look, try the nail art of the summer, inspired by iconic blue and white patterned tiles found across all the Greek islands. Bring a touch of Santorini to your clients’ fingertips, combine centuries-old aesthetics with nail artistry...
THE LOOK: GREEK ISLAND NAILS
Taking inspiration from the sunny streets of Greek islands, this playful nail look combines bold blue Riviera with fun lemon nail art.
This look is an opportunity to be creative and make every nail different. Keep one simple with full colour coverage, then try a twist on a French tip, inspired by mosaic tiles. You can even experiment with 3D designs using Clear Studio Gel™.
GET THE LOOK
1. Apply your chosen base (or BIAB™) to all nails and cure in the TGB Light The Way Nail Lamp for 99 seconds on Low Heat Mode. Looking for some more help? All application guides are easy to find in our new PRO HUB.
2. Thumb Floral look
a)Apply a thin later of Papaya gel colour to the entire nail and cure for 99 seconds on Low Heat Mode, then repeat.
b)Using a Liner Brush create a French tip using Fries gel colour and cure.
c)Using a fine brush and dotting tool, create a flower design with Fries, curing when you’re happy.
3. Index Finger Flowery Nail Art
a)Apply a thin layer of Nude or Milky Gel Polish and cure for 99 seconds on Low Heat Mode.
b)Using a Liner Brush and Daisy gel colour, create a semi circle on each corner of the nail and cure.
c)Then using a dotting tool and Liner Brush, with Riviera and Fries gel colpours, create a flower in the centre and cure.
d)Next, create some flowers on each semi circle, and small circles around the main flower, then cure.
4. Middle Finger Lemon look
a)Apply a thin layer of Riviera to the entire nail and cure for 99 seconds on Low Heat Mode, then repeat.
b)Using a fine brush, draw lemon shapes using Fries gel colour mixed with clear 3D Studio Gel™, then cure for 99s on Low Heat Mode.
c)Add details to the design, such as leaves around the lemons using Bottega gel colour, then cure.
5. Ring Finger Patterened French
a)Apply a thin layer of Nude or Milky Gel Polish and cure for 99 seconds on Low Heat Mode.
b)Using a Liner Brush and Daisy gel colour, create a French tip and cure.
c)Using a Fine Liner Brush, outline your tip using Riviera and cure.
d)Add pattened detail over the French tip. Use a fine brush or dotting tool and be creative, then cure.
6. Little Finger Solid Blue
a)Apply a coat of Riviera to the entire nail and cure, then repeat. Simple!
7. Apply your choice of top coat to every nail and cure for 60 seconds.
DESTINATION: ITALIAN RIVIERA
Say ciao to the Italian Riviera: a narrow coastal strip which connects to the French Riviera. 350 kilometers of gorgeous, unspoiled coastline with crystal-clear waters to cool off in.
For a truly Italian-inspired look, opt for an eye-catching all-over gel colour with Riviera and statement white stripes. This playful nail design pays homage to the iconic beach umbrellas dotted along the Positano coastline, and the classic beach towels spread along its shores.
Finish the stripes with a matte top coat to evoke the sun-bleached textures of the Amalfi coastline, a dreamy destination for those dreaming of la dolce vita.
THE LOOK: STRIPED SET
You can’t visit the Italian riviera without a stop or two at the seaside. Inspired by both the colours of Cinque Terre streets, and the classic beach towel, the striped set nail look is for clients who want to express themselves.
The only colours you need are Riviera and Daisy Studio Gel™. Did you know Glamour has cited rainbow-coloured stripes as a summer trend? It’s time to treat your clients to on-trend tips.
GET THE LOOK
- Apply your chosen base (or BIAB™) and cure in the TGB Light The Way Nail Lamp for 99 seconds on Low Heat Mode. Looking for some more help? All application guides are easy to find in our new PRO HUB.
- Next, apply two coats of Riviera, curing for 60 seconds in between each layer.
- Using Liner 02 Brush dipped in Daisy Studio Gel™, paint and perfect your vertical lines. Dip your Stroke 01 Brush into acetone to clear up any rough edges.
- Cure for 60 seconds, apply your chosen top coat, and cure again!
DESTINATION: MEXICAN RIVIERA
A bold blue Riviera mani is the perfect homage to the brightly-coloured streets and seascapes of Mexico — our final destination for trending tips.
Running alongside the Pacific Ocean, you will find the warm tropics of the Mexican Riviera with laid-back beach vibes and a vibrant party atmosphere. The richness of our Riviera shade mirrors the vibrancy and boldness of Mexico and the rich blue of its ocean waves.
THE LOOK: MATTE MANI
Matte nails are rising in popularity, especially as several celebrities are joining the matte movement (shoutout to Kim K). Our Mexican matte Riviera manicure is the perfect homage to the holiday destination. It’s a versatile look that will take you from day to night and embodies the Mexican region’s blend of relaxation and energetic nightlife.
Plus, a classic solid colour mani never goes out of style — especially right now. Did you know #bluenails has 3.7 million posts on Instagram?
GET THE LOOK
- All nail looks start with a base coat or BIAB™ shade. Cure for 99 seconds on Low Heat Mode in our nail lamp. Brush up on your application knowledge with all the resourses you need in our brand-new PRO HUB.
- Using Riviera, apply two even coats, curing for 60 seconds in between each layer.
- Time to make it matte! Apply Matte Top Coat and for 60 seconds.
RIVIERA READY
Now you’ve got the inspiration, it’s time to get the shade! Choose Riviera as your go-to blue gel shade for all your clients’ holiday manicure looks.
