How-to: The luxe purple nails at Marchesa S/S ’13

The look:

“Elegantly draped in the sari of Luxedo.”—Essie founder and creative director Essie Weingarten.

The inspiration:

The spirit of India in the ’60s, with brightly coloured paisleys and floral brocades, fuchsias, teals and hot Indian pinks. Decorated with ornate embroideries and jewelled embellishments.

The how-to:

1. Start with a coat of Essie First Base Base Coat.

2. Apply a coat of Essie Nail Polish in Ballet Slippers.

3. Follow with a coat of Essie Nail Polish in Luxedo to give the nails a purple tint.

4. Add shine with a coat of Essie Good to Go Top Coat.