I was just in New York for fashion week, and while the backstage access and previews of the nails before they walk the runway are huge honors, it can sometimes be a grind. Running from venue to venue, dealing with the stifling heat on the subway, and spending the day dodging bodies backstage can be a bit tiring. I took a break after a show with The Nailscape crew to grab some lunch, and being surprised at the large amount of people in the restaurant, I realized it was actually Saturday. That’s how our fashion week was going; no idea what day it was, despite staring at the calendar all day.Β THE BEST NAILS AT RUPAUL’S DRAG CON
While waiting for our table, we spotted a beautiful queen dressed in ultimate pageant finery and it dawned on me that the country’s largest drag convention was happening just a few blocks away. Since drag queens are known for wearing some of the most innovative and gorgeous nails around, we decided to crash Rupaul’s Drag Con.Β THE BEST NAILS AT RUPAUL’S DRAG CON
Carissa Lancaster, the amazing fashion photographer, shot all of our Drag Con street style. Photographing these queens was the most fun we had all week. The mood was light, everyone was feeling great, and the energy was glowing and positive. Many thanks to the gorgeous queens who let us take their photograph, and to the artisans, artists, and designers who created these looks – you are all so immensely talented.Β THE BEST NAILS AT RUPAUL’S DRAG CON
Note: The Nailscape fully supports inclusion, intersectionality, and identity equality. If you have a problem with self expression and drag culture, I invite you to read other blogs.
-Ashley
THE BEST NAILS AT RUPAUL’S DRAG CON
THE BEST NAILS AT RUPAUL’S DRAG CON