Super Bowl LI kicks off tomorrow, and while for some this means field goals, flags, and fumbles, for others, game day doubles as an opportunity to show off a thematically on-point manicure. After all, jerseys are great, but there’s something ingenious about displaying team spirit at your fingertips.
Enter editorial manicurist Alicia Torello, who has whipped up five fresh takes on Super Bowl Sunday nails in honor of the occasion. If you’re cheering on the Atlanta Falcons, her nod to the winged mascot reads speedy, bold, and graphic. Die-hard New England Patriots fans can go for a navy backdrop bedecked with silver statement stars that’s Lady Gaga halftime-performance-ready. And for those whose only loyalty is to pure unfettered aesthetics, pigskin detailing elevates an ink-black polish, while referee-inspired tips will have you calling shots of your own. Here, five sportif-chic ideas for nailing your look on the biggest football day of the year.