Introducing Riviera

Prediction: Riviera will be the must-have shade of the summer. 

Dive straight in with our brand-new blue gel nail polish, inspired by the azure waters and vibrant lifestyles of iconic rivieras around the world. Meet your new go-to summer shade for trending nail designs — including blue French tips, bold stripes, solid blues with matte finishes, and Greek pattern nail art looks.  

With the Pinterest Predicts 2024 report forecasting a 260% increase in searches for "Fun Blue Nails," it’s time to jump on board the blue trend to see you from summer into the cooler months. 

“I’ve always loved to travel, and with Riviera, I wanted to capture the feeling of a luxurious coastal escape. It's the perfect shade for tapping into trends this summer.” 

— Daisy Kalnina, CEO and Founder at The GelBottle Inc

Discover more about the rivieras that inspired the shade of the summer and how you can recreate the latest blue gel manicure trends. Let’s dive in.

Destination: French Riviera

It’s time to channel the allure of Côte d'Azur — the stunning Mediterranean coastline and go-to spot for sunseekers in summer blue nails. 

Our blue shade, Riviera, will transport you to the sapphire waters and sun-drenched landscapes of Saint-Tropez and Cannes. The French tip is one of the most-requested nail art looks. For a touch of French sophistication, add a modern twist to your clients’ tips with a blue smile line, evocative of the horizon, where the Mediterranean Sea meets the sky. 

The Look: French (Tip) Riviera

Why not swap your white gel French tip shade for Riviera this summer? This statement look has a deeper smile line for a bold blue French tip.  

A shiny top coat is the best finishing touch to reflect the sunlight and showcase your stunning blue French manicure. 

How To Get Blue French Tips

1. Start by selecting and applying your chosen BIAB™. Cure in the TGB Light the Way Nail Lamp for 99 seconds on low-heat mode.
2. Decant a drop or two of Riviera — our new blue gel nail polish — onto a nail art palette, and dip your Liner 01 Brush in, then draw your French tip design. Use light pressure and even out any imperfections. We recommend you cure and repeat to ensure depth of colo
3. Top your design with Extreme Shine Top Coat or Rubber Top 2.0, and cure.  

And voilà, you’re done! 

Destination: Greek Riviera

Bring the Grecian glamour to your clients’ fingertips. Inspired by islands dotted with whitewashed brick buildings, bold blue roofs, and secluded crystal-clear waters, Riviera is a shade that captures the essence of natural Aegean beauty. 

Greece is on everyone’s radar (and Pinterest boards). For a Grecian-inspired look, try the nail art of the summer, inspired by iconic blue and white patterned tiles found across all the Greek islands. Bring a touch of Santorini to your clients’ fingertips, combining centuries-old aesthetics with nail artistry.

The Look: Greek Island Nails

Taking inspiration from the sunny streets of Greek islands, this playful nail look combines bold blue Riviera with fun lemon nail art.  

This look is an opportunity to be creative and make every nail different. Keep one nail simple with full color coverage, then try a twist on a French tip, inspired by mosaic tiles. You can also experiment with 3D designs using Clear 3D Studio Gel™. 

How To Create Blue Playful Nails

1. Apply your chosen base (or BIAB) to all nails, and cure in the TGB Light The Way Nail Lamp for 99 seconds on low-heat mode.
2. Floral Thumb
   1. Apply a thin later of Papaya gel polish to the entire nail, and cure for 99 seconds on low-heat mode, then repeat.
   2. Using a Liner Brush, create a French tip using Fries gel, and cure.
   3. Using a Liner Brush and dotting tool, create a flower design with Fries, curing when you’re happy.
3. Index Finger Flowery Nail Art 
   1. Apply a thin layer of Nude or Milky, and cure for 99 seconds on low-heat mode.
   2. Using a Liner Brush and Daisy, create a semicircle on each corner of the nail, and cure.
   3. Then using a dotting tool, Liner Brush, Riviera, and Fries, create a flower in the center, and cure. 
   4. Next, create some flowers on each semicircle and small circles around the main flower, then cure. 
4. Middle Finger Lemon Look
   1. Apply a thin layer of Riviera to the entire nail, cure for 99 seconds on low-heat mode, then repeat.
   2. Using a Liner Brush, draw lemon shapes using Fries mixed with Clear Studio Gel, then cure for 99 seconds on low-heat mode.
   3. Add details to the design, such as leaves around the lemons using Bottega, then cure. 
5. Ring Finger Patterned French
   1. Apply a thin layer of Nude or Milky, and cure for 99 seconds on low-heat mode.
   2. Using a Liner Brush with Daisy, create a French tip, and cure.
   3. Using a Liner Brush, outline your tip using Riviera, and cure.
   4. Add patterned details over the French tip with a Liner Brush or dotting tool, then cure. 
6. Little Finger Solid Blue 
   1. Apply a coat of Riviera to the entire nail, cure, then repeat. 
7. Apply your choice of top coat to every nail, and cure for 60 seconds. 

Destination: Italian Riviera

Say ciao to the Italian Riviera: a narrow coastal strip that connects to the French Riviera — 350 kilometers of gorgeous, unspoiled coastline with crystal-clear waters to cool off in. 

For an Italian-inspired blue nail look, opt for an eye-catching all-over gel color with Riviera and statement white stripes. This playful nail design pays homage to the iconic beach umbrellas dotted along the Positano coastline and the classic beach towels spread along its shores. 

Finish the stripes with a Matte Top Coat to evoke the sun-bleached textures of the Amalfi coastline, a dreamy destination for those dreaming of la dolce vita.  

The Look: Striped Blue Set

You can’t visit the Italian Riviera without a stop or two at the seaside. Inspired by both the colors of Cinque Terre streets and the classic beach towel, the striped set nail look is for clients who want to express themselves. 

The only colors you need are Riviera and Daisy Studio Gel. Did you know Glamour has cited rainbow-colored stripes as a summer trend? It’s time to treat your clients to trendy tips. 

Get the Look: Blue Striped Nails

1. Apply your chosen base (or BIAB), and cure in the TGB Light the Way Nail Lamp for 99 seconds on low-heat mode.
2. Next, apply two coats of Riviera, curing for 60 seconds in between each layer.
3. Using the Liner 02 Brush dipped in Daisy Studio Gel, paint and perfect your vertical lines. Dip your Stroke 01 Brush into acetone to clear up any rough edges.
4. Cure for 60 seconds, apply your chosen top coat, and cure again.

Destination: Mexican Riviera

A bold blue Riviera mani is a dedication to the brightly colored streets and seascapes of Mexico — our final destination for trending tips. 

Running alongside the Pacific Ocean, you will find the warm tropics of the Mexican Riviera with laidback beach vibes and a vibrant party atmosphere. The richness of our Riviera shade mirrors the vibrancy and boldness of Mexico and the rich blue of its ocean waves. 

The Look: Matte Mani

Matte nails are rising in popularity, especially as several celebrities are joining the matte movement (shoutout to Kim Kardashian). It’s a versatile look that will take you from day to night and embodies the Mexican region’s blend of relaxation and energetic nightlife. 

Plus, a classic solid color mani never goes out of style — especially right now. Did you know #bluenails has 3.7 million posts on Instagram?  

Get the Look: Solid Blue Nails

1. All nail looks start with a base coat or BIAB shade. Cure for 99 seconds on low-heat mode in the TGB Light the Way Nail Lamp.
2. Using Riviera, apply two even coats, curing for 60 seconds in between each layer.
3. Apply Matte Top Coat, and cure for 60 seconds. 

Riviera Ready

Now that you have the inspiration, it’s time to get the shade! Choose Riviera as your go-to blue gel shade for all your clients’ holiday (and everyday) manicures and pedicures.