The May 2020 Issue of Wallpaper* centres around Art, Architecture & Escape and, in keeping with the escapism theme, we asked the team at New York’s Paintbox salon to create nail designs inspired by the issue.
Their nail art pays homage to the range of multi-disciplinary stories within the Wallpaper* pages – from the rainbow waves of Julio Le Parc’s artwork to the cool-hued geometries of Arizona architecture and the pastel decadence of 80’s inspired jewels.
With the right supplies, and a steady hand, the designs can be recreated at home. Or you can download a free copy of the May issue here and flick through its digital pages to inspire your own digit designs.
Rainbow warrior
Artist Julio Le Parc is still making waves and inspiring these stripy nails

Blitz Spirit
No-rules jewels take centre stage alongside these sparkled pastel nails

Hard rock
Embedded in the desert landscape of Arizona, a rugged concrete house prioritises shelter and chic, next to blue swirling nails inspired by arid night skies

The three-bedroom house designed by HK Associates is rendered in dark grey concrete, with overhangs, sheltered balconies and deep windows protecting it from the strong desert sunlight. Photography: Ema Peter
Perfect Form
Sinewy lines and strong shapes define this season’s tailored looks and the monocramatic geometries of these nails

Coat and trousers, both by Dolce & Gabbana. Shoes, by Dries Van Noten. ‘Swirl’ bookends, by Tom Dixon. Photography: Alex Colley
Higher calling
For uplifting interior inspiration (and nail design), we’ve got our heads in the clouds

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