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The avant-garde Alexander McQueen clam dress from Spring 2001 inspired Alisha Rimando to create a delicate ocean inspired nail look showcasing organic shell shapes while adding a splash of texture.

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The crystal and sequined layered Christian Dior ball gown circa 1949 inspired Fritzke to infuse jewels in her nail artistry to offer regal elegance with a touch of glamour for this and the hand stitched Victorian-inspired ruffled ball gown by Charles Frederick Worth circa 1887. Both ball gowns provide a rich tapestry of inspiration for nail artists to explore and reinterpret.

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The textured floral fabric on the Evening ensemble from Ninca Ricci, circa 1958 evoked a multitude of nail art mediums for Alisha Rimando. “Texture always inspires me,” Rimando explains, “I love to layer techniques. For this look I started with a watercolor effect using blooming gel, and embossed circles onto the nail using acrylic. Between layers I added hand-painted flowers and finished the nails with matte and gloss details to add even more depth and texture to the layers.”

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As GlossaryLive anticipates the upcoming celebration of fashion, MET gala guests can anticipate a mesmerizing exhibition that showcases approximately 250 historically significant and aesthetically beautiful fashion pieces, each representing a ‘Sleeping Beauty’ of the MET Gala theme. These delicate and irreplaceable garments will be brought to life through innovative display techniques, inviting attendees to immerse themselves in a multisensory experience of these historical garments.

Through the transformative art of nail design, GlossaryLive invites enthusiasts to embark on a journey that transcends traditional boundaries, where couture dresses serve as the catalyst for artistic expression and ingenuity. Join us as we celebrate the magic of the MET Gala through the medium of nail art, where beauty, history, and creativity converge to create a truly unforgettable experience.

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Met Gala: Charles Frederick Worth circa 1887

April 22, 2024
Posted by Sean McWard

Met Gala: Charles Frederick Worth circa 1887

GlossaryLive celebrates the 2024 Met Gala ball's display of iconic fashion throughout history. In this episode the House of Worth inspired Aigul Fritzke to create an elegant crystal and chain design to compliment this English-born designers inspired ball gown. The use of layered textiles and flesh colored fabrics motivated this dazzling nail look.

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Met Gala: Christian Dior circa 1949

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GlossaryLive celebrates the 2024 Met Gala ball's display of iconic fashion throughout history. This regal nail design by Aigul Fritzke was inspired by Christian Diors ``Junon`` ball gown circa 1949. The reflective, light blue irridecent sequins on the petal like layers of the skirt fade into a rich navy outline that commands the eye. The delicate eighteenth-century Dior innovation inspires an understated nail look with bold accents.

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Met Gala: Alexander McQueen circa 2001

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Met Gala: Alexander McQueen circa 2001

GlossaryLive celebrates the 2024 Met Gala ball's display of iconic fashion throughout history. In this episode, Alisha Rimando creates a nail design inspired by Alexander McQueen's infamous clam dress from his spring/summer 2001 collection. In McQueen's words, “My friend George and I were walking on the beach in Norfolk, and there were thousands of `{`razor-clam`}` shells. They were so beautiful, I thought I had to do something with them. So, we decided to make `{`a dress`}` out of them. . . . The shells had outlived their usefulness on the beach, so we put them to another use on a dress. Then Erin `{`O’Conner`}` came out and trashed the dress, so their usefulness was over once again. Kind of like fashion, really.”

WWD, September 28, 2000

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Met Gala: Charles Frederick Worth circa 1889

April 22, 2024
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Met Gala: Charles Frederick Worth circa 1889

GlossaryLive celebrates the 2024 Met Gala ball's display of iconic fashion throughout history. The House of Worth's evening cape created from the dramatic fabric ``Tulipes Hollandaises`` inspired Aigul Fritzke to hand paint a similar design, replicating the floral celebration and allure of this garment. This stunning fabric was exhibited at the Exposition Universelle of 1889 in Paris where it won a grand prize.

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