Accent nails: Easy ways to jazz up your mani

Television-themed, election-themed…the list of nail art possibilities, it seems, is endless. But let’s be realistic: we’re not all Katy Perry. We can’t really walk around with dizzying prints or mini pieces of fruit all over our nails every day. So take a cue from the Olympic athletes this year who gave a nod to their respective countries via their fingers in a more subtle way: with an accent nail.

Colorful nail art

Nothing says "accent nail" quite like the word 'POW!'. East London nail salon, WAH Nails, is known for their colorful nail art. Thanks to these nail wraps, those of us across the pond can now enjoy their creations too.

MODELS OWN WAH NAIL TRANSFERS, $9.67, ASOS.COM

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Caviar mani

Caviar manis look amazing, but you'll be leaving a trail of mini balls everywhere you go. For less of a mess, stick to one nail on each hand.

CIATE CAVIAR MANICURE, $25, SEPHORA.COM

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Become a nail art pro

For those who are more artistically inclined, these tools will turn you into a nail art pro in no time.

NAIL ART SET, $10, SEPHORA.COM

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Magnetic

Magnetic polish is a subtle way to spice up a manicure.

NAILS INC. STAR MAGNETIC POLISH, $16, SEPHORA.COM

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Not to subtle

Subtlety not your thing? Then try these kaleidoscope-printed nail wraps.

NAIL ROCK ASOS EXCLUSIVE NAIL COLLECTION X 3 WRAPSSET, $17.59, ASOS.COM

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Creating half moon manis

Creating a half moon manicure is easy! All you need are reinforcement stickers (you probably have a million of them left over from your high school days). Head over to The Beauty Department for instructions.

AVERY REINFORCEMENTS, $3.19, OFFICEDEPOT.COM

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