This look is more involved than others, but the payoff is, well, golden. First, apply two coats of Sonia Kashuk nail color in Golden Ticket over the entire nail, allowing the nails to dry thoroughly. If you don't have a steady hand, place round French polish guide stickers in a U shape at the nail bed, firmly pressing the sticker to the nail. Next, apply two coats of Sephora by OPI polish in Mr. Right Now to the uncovered portion of the nail. Then, wait for at least 10 minutes before slowly removing the sticker. Finish with Seche Vite top coat.

Sonia Kashuk Nail Color in Golden Ticket, $4.79, available at Target; Sephora by OPI Nail Colour in Mr. Right Now Sephora.