No matter what avant garde beauty trends are currently en vogue on the catwalk, the appeal of a classic is eternal. And none is more polished and infinitely wearable than a flattering shade of lipstick perfectly coordinated to one’s nail polish. The combination is a nod to the hyper-feminine glamour of the ‘50s, but when it’s done in a vibrant hue with interesting textures, the effect is seriously modern. From VIOLET GREY’s cover story shoot with Carmen Ejogo comes the work of makeup artist Jillian Dempsey and nail artist Tracey Sutter. Together, they paired a matte, blotted lip color with a high-shine, poppy nail. The tips, tricks, and hues to pull it off, below.