It’s true that my Pinterest mood board pulsates with photos of models bedecking their nails with rhinestones, and celebrities like Kim Kardashian swapping their extensions with minimalistic manicures. Yup. I like keeping up with nail-art trends. Just another gorgeous, gorgeous girl thing.
But our algorithms are spotlighting some deliciously-hued spring-time trends, and we’re obsessed. Our line-up includes twists on the highly-coveted French mani, rainbow-striped nails, quirky flower-encrusted tips, and more. Yeah. We’ve scoured the hottest manis on Instagram, and bookmarked some of the prettiest iterations for you to experiment with. Nail these trends RN. Literally.
Spring-Time Manis We’re Lovin’
Something Blue
Talk about the softest hue of blue sitting on perfectly-chiselled, almond-shaped nails. Oh, and the flower-laden tips? If you’re a passionate advocate for minimalism but like a little bit of variation, this is it for you.
XOXO, Gossip Girl
Almost like we’ve stepped into—or fallen face-first into— Paris Hilton’s closet. No? How about the pink from Britney’s iconic hot-pink tube-top ensemble that’s immortalized as one of the decade’s most iconic looks? With pink underscoring the look, this one is drama epitomised. Gossip Girl binge-watchers, we see you. This is, basically, the best of the 2000s condensed in one aesthetic.
The Grinch
If there’s anything that’s trending RN, it’s abstract nail art accompanied by hues of green. Defined by effortless swirls, this three-toned one’s an easy DIY. Just paint a swirl with a fine brush, and build on top of that. Simple, no?
Pops Of Colour
Fancy a ‘oh, looks like a rainbow melted onto my nails but softly’ aesthetic? This look, fashioned with arcs of white contouring the tips, is complete with pops of colour bordering the base of the nail. And for those of you who don’t like extensions, this rainbow-themed manicure is ideal.
Pretty In Pink
And prettier in red. This one’s a dream. Not only do the colours compliment one another flawlessly, but the flowers are also intricately-drawn with accents of cherry-red lending some vibrance to the nails. A spring-time favourite!
A Cinderella Story
Straight out of a fairytale. For those who teeter between minimalistic and dramatic, this one’s for you. And just how well do these chromatic nails dramatise the overall look without overshadowing the subtlety of the pastel-themed nails? We’re mesmerized. Can you blame us?
Maddie VS Cassie
Euphoria gives. And keeps giving. And we’re taking. Evidently. Like Cassie’s rhinestones-dotted muted-pink aesthetic? Or Maddie’s fierce caged (as named by the cast’s celebrity nail artist) look? Choose your character. Team Maddie or Team Cassie?
It’s Raining Skittles
We’re sure you’re seeing these skittle-themed nails everywhere because, same. And we’re loving each one of them. Don’t they look almost edible? Duh. And you don’t even have to visit the salon to ace this look. Just round the tips of your nails, and smear your go-to pastels all over them.
What are you waiting for? The weekend is almost here, and if that’s not enough motivation to indulge in a day of self-care, we don’t know what is—what are you thinking? Fun skittle-like nails? Or soft flower-laden tips? Choose your pick!
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