Classic red nails to be used to have classic appearance will start with proper nail preparation to add richness of the colour. Roll the shape nails into traditional shapes like oval, almond or soft square, and then apply cuticles and rub nail surface smoothly. A good quality base coat should be applied to avoid staining, and then one coat of deep red polish should be applied in one coat. When dry apply second even layer to have complete reality and luxurious and uniform finish.

To make it high-end and yet maintain the traditional style, it is better to make some minor improvements, not to overdo the decoration. Use a high-gloss top coat to get a classic and refined look or use a matte finish to be modern. The least amount of accents like one line of gold, a tiny crystal at the cuticle or a darker red outline can give depth without excessive dominance of the appearance. Dress up with a long-wear top coat.