7 Standout Nail Looks We Spotted at the Allure Philippines Launch
Because when beauty is the guest of honor, even the nails arrive dressed to impress.
At Allure Philippines, we don’t just celebrate beauty—we zoom in on it. From glowing skin to colorful eyeshadows, sculpted brows, and red lips, we’re here for the whole glam game. But let’s not forget the finishing touch that can elevate a look: the nails.
At our grand launch at The Peninsula Manila, every detail was dripping in style. The dress code? Stylish white. The crowd? Expert- and star-studded. And the beauty moments? Chef’s kiss. From statement nails that screamed personality to barely-there hues that whispered quiet luxury, we saw it all… and we definitely took notes.
Here are seven of the most eye-catching sets that graced the launch:
1. The new nude
Kim Angela Santos
Cosplayer and model Alodia Gosiengfiao Quimbo kept it pared back with glossy nude nails that let her silver clutch and soft glam makeup do the talking. The shade matched her skin tone just enough to feel intentional, not invisible. The best part? “I did it myself,” she shared.
2. A summer picnic
Kim Angela Santos
Beauty influencer Kai Javier’s nails, done by Set by Rain, felt like a summer scrapbook on her fingertips. Each one had its own moment: an avocado here, a shell there, a starfish against a wash of blue, and more. It was playful, colorful, and made everyone at the party smile.
3. Delicious color
Kim Angela Santos
It’s not an Allure nail roundup without a pop of red. Jessica Cruel arrived with bright, fiery nails that instantly stood out and complemented her starter red lip. As the editor in chief of Allure US, she knows exactly what Allure-ing nails look like—bold, confident, and impossible to miss.
4. Something that sparkles
Kim Angela Santos
New Lounge CEO Rachelle Bravo’s “Bijou” set by her brand was pure sparkle. With tiny gems and metallic accents layered over a sheer nude base, the nails played with light in a way that made them feel more like jewelry than polish. The best part? You can cop these yourself at New Lounge branches all over the country.
5. Flower power
Kim Angela Santos
Clinique de Paris’s brand manager Isabelle Candano brought the season to life with colorful, small flower designs on each nail. The playful blooms by QuQu Nail Studio paired perfectly with her white skirt, creating a fresh, summery vibe that was both vibrant and effortlessly chic.
6. Not your mother’s pearls
Kim Angela Santos
As our cover star, Bretman Rock’s nails made a statement of their own. Created by Mimi Qiu Reyes and inspired by “Perlas ng Silangan,” his nails featured a sleek metallic silver finish that shimmered with a pearlescent glow. The result was an elegant and striking look, showcasing Bretman’s bold, yet refined style.
7. Gothic glamour
Kim Angela Santos
Singer Angia Laurel’s set from Nail Tropics skipped the soft neutrals for something darker and moodier: deep browns, blacks, and silver accents that matched her chunky silver stacked rings. The nails were bold and edgy, very much in keeping with her style.
