Navaratri 2018 is less than a week away and devotees are gearing up to welcome Goddess Durga in pandals and their homes. Navratri is a nine-day Hindu festival in which nine avatars of Goddess Durga are celebrated. Dandiya and Garba form the main aspects of the festival for which people dress up in traditional attires and step out looking their fashionable best. This Navratri, apart from clothes, accessories and makeup, we tell you how you can achieve glamorous nails at home. Below we have curated easy DIY nail art tutorials to further glam up your dandiya nights. Navaratri 2018 Outfits for Garba Nights: From Lehenga Choli to Kediyu Dhoti, Step Out for Dandiya Nights in Your Best Traditional Avatar This Navratri Festival!

Not many pay attention to the nails when getting ready but they add a dose of glamour to your entire look. From traditional to contemporary designs, this Navratri there are many ways you can spice up your nails. Before you start with any nail designs, make sure that your nails are clean and fingers are well moisturised. If you do not have the time to go for a manicure, you can easily clean your nails at home. Soak your nails in hot water and clean with a help of toothbrush using soap or gel. Navratri Colours 2018 for Nine Days: List and Images of 9 Colours for Each Date to Wear During Sharad Navaratri Festival.

Easy DIY Navratri Nail Art Tutorial Videos

1. Traditional Navratri Nail Design

Since the nine days of Navratri are depicted with nine different colours, you can choose a base colour that will match with all your different outfits. Draw a design that will have an element of each colour that significant during Navratri. Dandiya and garba nights are all about bling, colour and dance, so let your colourful nails do the talking.

2. Durga Maa Nail Art

When designing a pattern, you can also match it with the design of your choli. Other patterns to try are by drawing dandiya on your nails, flower patterns or add embellishments like small pearls on your finger nails. If you wish to keep it simple and subtle, apply a pastel shade and add a coat of shimmer on it, this will give your nails the perfect festive look. While you may not really add design on your toe nails, do not ignore them. Add the base coat and keep your toe nails clean. Since you will be dancing for nine days, your feet will inevitably get dirty. Take out time and clean them regularly to avoid dryness or dust gathering. Let us know in comments if the nail art tutorials were worth a try. Happy Navaratri 2018!

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