A manicure isn't necessarily something most folks would consider a big deal. But in Caitlyn Jenner's case, it was a very important part of a dream glamsquad experience that brought her first public appearance presenting as a woman to the cover of Vanity Fair.
Celebrity nail artist Deborah Lippmann, master makeup artist Mark Carrasquillo, and hair guru Oribe worked together to make Jenner feel comfortable and beautiful on set. While they each played a part in the cover look, it was Lippmann -- the first person to ever give Jenner a professional manicure -- who shed light on the fact that something as small as a mani can mean so much more. As she explained to Vanity Fair:
"Looking back on my career, this shoot was historic on so many levels, because I realized how important nails are to transgender women. Nothing compared to this cover. It opened my heart, and it opened my eyes, and I feel so blessed to be a part of it."
Of course, not all transgender women transition in the same ways; some trans women may never be interested in receiving a manicure. For others, however, something like receiving their very first professional beauty treatment can be an important -- and defining -- milestone. Prior to the shoot, Jenner had only done her own nails.
Lippmann took to Instagram to show her support with a photo of the iconic cover and the caption: "I am proud to have given @CaitlynJenner her first manicure and pedicure. Thank you Caitlyn for opening my eyes, heart and soul. I adore you. Xo."
For more from the interview, head over to Vanityfair.com.
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