From extra-terrestrial silver-dipped nails at the spring/summer 2023 Huishan Zhang show, to sculptural molten forms at Trussardi, the runways have ushered in a metallic mood this summer. They don’t have to be gold or silver, either. “I think the best way of keeping things fresh is expanding your colour palette,” says nail artist Ama Quashie. “Don’t be so traditional in your choices. My metallic references are either colours worn by African aunties or vintage cars, both of which are fab! You’ll find the best random metallic shades in bargain beauty bins at the chemist, or hair shops.”
