Kamifubuki sequins came to us from Japan; translated, their interesting name means “paper storm”. A fashionable manicure with kamifubics involves the use of bright glitter of different shapes and sizes as decoration. Kamifubuki sequins came to us from Japan; translated, their interesting name means “paper storm”. However, you shouldn’t get too attached to this, because in fact, iridescent squares and circles are created from polymers and foil. Their shine under the sun's rays and artificial lighting looks expensive and elegant. Now it's even easier to achieve a stunning effect. The material is made in various colors and knows no boundaries or shapes. Due to its light weight, the confetti attaches perfectly to the nail plate and does not lose its original appearance during wear.
Iridescent squares and circles are created from polymers and foil
Their shine under the sun's rays and artificial lighting looks expensive and elegant.
The material is made in various colors, does not know boundaries and shapes
Types of decor and mounting features
Traditional kamifubuki sets consist of several variations of glossy confetti. Typically comes in three different shapes and three shades.
The most often found on sale are the following kamifubuki glitter outlines:
- diamonds;
- circles;
- hearts;
- stars;
- ovals;
- stripes, etc.
Advice! By purchasing two or three sets, you will kill two birds with one stone: firstly, you will not spend a lot of money, and secondly, you will be able to satisfy the desires of the most demanding clients or your own whims. You will be able to create a laconic design for office, business and romantic environments, themed nail art and a creation that matches your lifestyle.
The most popular shape is round
Stars and crescents
In the shape of triangles
In fact, nail art with kamifubuki is the simplest type of nail decoration. These elements are attached quite simply, just follow the following instructions:
- First, the nail plate is prepared. The glossy layer is cleaned with a buff, the cuticle is removed, and the nails are given the correct shape;
- Next comes the turn of the standard record coating. If it’s gel polish, you can’t do without an ultraviolet or LED lamp, topcoat, base and other means, but with standard enamel you won’t need all this;
- cover each nail with the chosen color in two layers, dry thoroughly;
- If you choose gel polish, apply the top coat, but do not let it dry. Place kamifubuki sparkles on the wet layer according to the chosen pattern and lightly “drown” them into the top. With ordinary enamel, the same actions are performed with a transparent fixative varnish;
- another ball of strengthening agent is applied on top, which should also be thoroughly dried.
If you choose gel polish, apply the top coat, but do not let it dry
Place kamifubuki sparkles on the wet layer according to the chosen pattern and lightly “drown” them into the top
Another ball of strengthening agent is applied on top, which should also be thoroughly dried.
Subtleties of attaching to gel polish
Some craftsmen, in order not to increase the amount of topcoat, attach confetti kamifubuki to a sticky layer, which is preserved when the shellac dries. There are both pros and cons to this. On the one hand, the possibility of adjusting the design remains; you can easily move the sparkles or completely remove the unnecessary ones. On the other hand, there is a risk of unintentional shifting of the sequins during the process of covering with the final top coat.
If the elements are large, to increase reliability, it is better not to place them on the folds of the nails.
Advice! A little trick: if you still need to attach the decor at the base of the nail, cut it along the required path with nail scissors or use a ready-made figurine.
An orange stick, dots or toothpick is suitable for distribution.
Some craftsmen, in order not to increase the amount of topcoat, attach confetti kamifubuki to a sticky layer, which is preserved when the shellac dries
On the one hand, the possibility of adjusting the design remains; you can easily move the sparkles or completely remove unnecessary
On the other hand, there is a risk of unintentional shifting of the sequins during the process of covering with the final top coat
From Japan with love. What are kamifubuki for nails and where to buy them?
“Legs are growing” on cute round pieces from Japan. It was in the Land of the Rising Sun that they came up with the idea of decorating nails with shiny circles, and then the trend spread throughout the world.
Kamifubuki means “paper storm” in Japanese, but they are not made of paper at all, but of a polymer material, flexible and thin. In our country, nail decor in the form of circles is called confetti or sequins because of the similarity with festive attributes.
You can buy kamifubuki of all colors in any store that sells products for nail services, or on the Internet. They cost mere pennies.
Tip: it is more convenient to work with the material in small jars rather than in bags. Pour tiny round sparkles into a bag in circles that stick to everything - it’s such a hassle. There are portions of one tone, and there are jars containing a scattering of several colors.
Although the favorite type of craftsmen is still round kamifubuchin, they come in triangular, square, diamond-shaped and even in the shape of hearts or stars. The choice is yours!
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Design 2022 – examples of current trends
In fact, there are a lot of successful combinations in which bright confetti forms the main accent. They are in harmony with the following basics:
- with rich dark and light pastel tones of gel polishes;
- with negative space, when a clear varnish is selected as the background; with cat eye shellacs.
We bring to your attention the following options for harmonious combinations, which can safely be classified as a hit of 2018:
- disco style. Here, bright multi-colored circles on a rich base resemble fragments of disco balls. This solution is most beneficial on a rich black, emerald, or peach background;
Disco style
- accent of one finger. This is not the first season that this technique has been popular. Only one, maximum two nails on one hand are decorated, and the rest are decorated using a standard and calm technique;
One finger accent
- shaded negative. The technique is similar to the previous version, the only difference is that the accent fingers are covered with a transparent layer, and the rest are covered with delicate pastel undertones;
Shaded negative
- defiantly modern. The appeal of this proposal lies in the combination of rich background colors and bright sequins located at the base or tip of the plate. Dark cherry, charming burgundy, rich blue, black - all these colors appeal to flashy kamifubis;
Defiant modern
- a game of contrasts. This approach attracts with the combination of noble black gel polish and colored kamifubiks, which favorably highlight the base;
- matte superiority. Glossy shine looks elegant together with matte textures. Take advantage of this offer.
As you can see, modern fashion provides us with a wide field for activity. Turn on your imagination, listen to your inner desires. Today almost any experiments are permissible.
Red French 2022
Since the French manicure belongs to the category of timeless designs, nail designers could not help but take advantage of this feature and based on it they created amazing manicure ideas with red varnish. This proposal is in many ways similar to the classic version, with the difference that when creating a new product, red is used instead of white. To design a more creative manicure, you can make the base itself red, and for a smile, choose, for example, contrasting black or any shiny varnish.
Red nail art with Japanese confetti
The fiery color symbolizes passion, luxury, and high self-esteem of a woman. Deep burgundy and ripe cherry tones are appropriate for special occasions, the autumn-winter season, when you want to add warmth to your image from the outside. In summer, scarlet, brick and other rich colors are popular.
Both a chaotic arrangement of sequins throughout the plate, as well as patterned appliqués and orderliness concentrated at the base or outer edge are welcome.
The fiery color symbolizes passion, luxury, and high self-esteem of a woman.
Deep burgundy and ripe cherry tones are appropriate for special occasions, the autumn-winter season, when you want to add warmth to your image from the outside
Both a chaotic arrangement of sequins throughout the plate and patterned appliqués are welcome.
Try to recreate the gradient effect on a dark cherry base. To do this, place a large number of sparkles at one edge, gradually reducing their number, gradually reducing it to a minimum.
In general, red can be safely called a universal tone, suitable for both wealthy business ladies and young, flirtatious individuals.
Advice! The combination of scarlet gel polish as a base color and a scattering of kamifubiks on a pastel peach base looks romantic. The main thing is that the same reddish undertone is present in the color of the sparkles. Then the nail art looks consistent and complete.
Kamifubuki and French
A classic design becomes exclusive when complemented with small bright elements. They are applied as a frame for the hole. You can glue such particles only at the cuticle. Masters suggest filling the holes with shiny elements to get an amazing result.
Some girls combine different methods, achieving amazing effects. Metallized elements of different sizes and shapes appear on one nail. The result is a unique and fashionable manicure that will attract the attention of others.
Decorating a white background
White is the most advantageous color to use as a background color. It is like a blank album sheet that reveals the shading characteristics of each individual sparkle and allows them to shine as brightly as possible.
White is the most advantageous color to use as a background color.
It is like a blank album sheet that reveals the shading characteristics of each individual sparkle and allows them to shine as brightly as possible.
Chaotic location
The designs look great on the snow-white enamel, complemented in the right places with confetti sequins. Here the variety of solutions is almost unlimited and depends only on the professionalism of the master. Decorations in the form of round sequins will make friends with floral images, cute cartoons, watercolor painting, geometry and other graphic options.
Advice! It is impossible to ignore the French jacket that is loved by many. A snow-white smile line on most nails and light kamifubiki on an accent finger look luxurious. You can cover the neighboring one with golden varnish; such an elegant solution will not leave you without the attention of the opposite sex.
#2 Red manicure with glitter for short nails
On short nails it is recommended to use dark shades of red. Too childish pinkish tones are best put aside for spring nail art with florists. On a short nail plate, it is advisable to place plain nail art with glitter, highlighting 1-2 nails with a continuous layer of glitter.
A manicure with silver and rainbow foil, a French manicure with glitter along the edge of the nail plate, looks great. For formal looks, perform a red manicure with round sequins. Choose a dark material so that it is clearly visible on the nail plate.
It is not recommended to place glitter and rhinestones at the same time on short nails. This design will look too rich and voluminous. But if the length of the nails allows, then the root zone of the ring or thumb can be highlighted with rhinestones or bouillons.
Yellow to boost your summer mood
In spring and summer, fashionistas strive to emphasize their excellent mood with the help of rich colors. This season, yellow is one of the leading trendy tones, and in combination with kamifubuki, nail art deserves the highest praise.
Confetti like leaves on a tree Combination with an orange background
This year, a wide selection of shades of solar gel polishes are available for sale: from translucent stained glass samples to pastel lemon yellow, poisonous neon and yellow-orange undertones.
Advice! To create a harmonious creation, it is necessary to take into account the color characteristics of the varnishes. Cool shades are combined with the same cold colors of kamifubi sequins. And warm enamels harmonize with orange, red and other elements with a warm tint.
Summer nail art cannot do without colorful compositions. The leading steps are occupied by butterflies, bees, dragonflies and other insects. Their wings are just begging to be sprinkled with some sparkly sparkles. Floral ornaments never lose popularity. There is also a place on them where to plant a couple of kamifubuki.
Flowers
Shiny elements on your nails will help create a good mood. The manicure design with kamifubuki looks great. You can place a flower made of confetti of different tones on a transparent base. This gentle option is suitable for work and study, a romantic date and a party.
Floral arrangements are popular in summer and spring, but many fashionistas use them to decorate their looks all year round.
Trendy mint – current offers of the current season
The weightless shade envelops the nails as if in a haze, creating a veil of mystery and romance around the owner. This color is beautiful and incredibly attractive, captivating and attracts attention. It can relax, improve your mood, and sometimes calm you down. In addition, it is not capricious and combines wonderfully with other shellacs and kamifubuki of various colors.
Shiny kamifubiki on a mint background create the impression of a weightless haze of shining luxury. Experienced craftsmen are able to create truly charming and elegant works, from which you will hardly be able to take your eyes off. It is not at all necessary that the sparkles be the same size. Different-sized elements look much more interesting. This manicure is also appropriate in an office or business setting; it is only important to avoid going overboard in the decor, and arrange the sparkles so that their presence is not too conspicuous.
Shiny kamifubiki on a mint background create the impression of a weightless haze of shining luxury
Experienced craftsmen are able to create truly charming and elegant works, from which you will hardly be able to take your eyes off
Delicate pastel colors
As already mentioned, unpretentious mint can be easily combined with other shade samples; here are particularly advantageous combinations:
- mint black. This contrasting pattern brings out the delicacy and purity of mint. Take a closer look at this year's trend - monochrome design with an imitation gradient using kamifubiks on a dark background;
- mint pink. This tandem focuses on the sexuality and brightness of the owner;
- mint white. A laconic and gentle solution. Using these two tones you can recreate many techniques: French, lunar, gradient, draw curls and monograms;
- mint yellow. Ideal for summer. This color pair looks unobtrusive, but at the same time seductive;
- with gray. Variations of this delicate undertone exquisitely highlight lush greenery.
New Year's manicure
Everyone is waiting for magic for the New Year. By this time, wonderful nail wizards have prepared amazing holiday design options that will delight no less than the best New Year's attributes. Snowflakes, Christmas trees, boxes, crackers and shiny balls will sparkle on your nails, making you feel a pleasant festive anticipation.
Black, as an example of luxury and nobility
Where Japanese confetti looks best is on a charcoal background. It is in this deep and mysterious shade that the shining crumbs reveal themselves to their advantage, like bright stars in the endless night sky.
Where Japanese confetti looks best is on a charcoal background
It is on this deep and mysterious shade that the shining crumbs reveal themselves to their advantage, like bright stars in the endless night sky
Combined with French
Advice! Stop at single inclusions of kamifubi rhinestones, or try to imitate a snake color - each creation will add mystery to the image, unprecedented elegance and nobility.
Miniature decor looks great both on a colored background and on a transparent one; it all depends on the wishes of the girl herself. As for the shape and length of the nails, there are also no special contraindications; it will be possible to achieve harmony both on long nails and on very short ones.
With inscriptions
Manicure design in the “lettering” style or in simple words - nail design with inscriptions, words and letters, does not lose its relevance in the new season 2022-2023. New red manicures for short nails and not only look very stylish with various kinds of “texts”, which can be supplemented with transfer foil as a backing, geometric shapes and lines.
