Grey-Pink Gradient Tape Mani

Today I painted my nails with China Glaze Pink-ie Promise, but when I added topcoat, my Seche Vite had tiny flecks of something black in it, and spoilt the look, so I decided to cover up most of the pink with something else. I used striping tape to make random patterns on my nails, then sponged Barry M Shocking Pink and Essie Maximillian Strasse Her over the top.

This came out far less tidy than I'd hoped, but then I suppose that's what I get for not taking enough time over the gradient. I wish it had been neater. Still, I like the effect, and it does look pretty cool! I do love the grey-pink combo too, it's so almost entirely 80s that I feel about 13 again!

Of the patterns, I think I like the random one on my middle finger the most. Next time I think I'd prefer to do all my nails with the same pattern.

What do you think?