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The modern French manicure
The French manicure style is timeless and much like fashion comes and goes in popularity. It is a safe, wearable and chic option for nails that suits everyone - all nail shapes and sizes. Gone are the days of square, thick white striped and ostentatious-looking French nails. We are now seeing a much more refined, individualised approach with a twist. Incorporating bright and bold colours is trending, like purple and green instead of white or using a two-toned effect and adding in an extra-fine line with a nail brush. Other fun twists include a slanted variation, double French, and inverted approach. The French manciure is open to individual interpretation and personal style, so have fun!
Holographic nails
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Also known as the glazed-donut effect nails, made popular by Hailey Bieber, this trend speaks to sheer, iridescent hues that wash over the nail. Pastels are always popular in trend but this season sees a more ethereal and space-age take. Try updating a typical pastel pink with a more quartz-like, iridescent hue. These can either be worn as a top coat or on their own, so are a versatile tool to create multiple spring looks.
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Going green
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Green is ‘the’ colour for spring from green apple brights through to more muted sage green. It’s not surprising as green is such a life-giving shade symbolising new growth and beginnings.
The jewelled mani
Crystals, gems and rhinestones were out in full force on the spring runways and they have even trickled down to nails. It’s an easy trend to adopt, simply stick to your favourite shade and carefully glue a stone/sparkle onto each nail for added glitz and glamour.
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Bold, bright rainbow inspiration
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The need for our clothes to spark joy is stronger than ever – ‘dopamine dressing’ is a thing with bold, colourful and playful pieces (including nail polish) to elevate your mood. With pedi season around the corner, this will be trickling down to our toes. Bright, happy shades are so playful and signal fun and optimism.
Nail-art
Nail art has been increasing in popularity and not restricted by visit to your nail professional. Anyone can create their own DIY designs and your nail art aesthetic is personal and subjective to your own style. It can be whatever you want it to be… from adding simple motifs stickers to nails (think flowers, butterflies and emojis) to more complicated abstract designs or mini works-of-art on each nail. Gold and metallic accents are also having a moment on nails – coat nails in a gold curtain or use a foil or ombre accent.
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