nail trends

For Millenial beauty lovers who are anxious to achieve the beauty looks of their childhood and adolescence, nail decals just may be your solution. Decals are the latest returning trend when it comes to manicures, and can easily brighten up your beauty look of the day. For more inspiration, try drawing your inspiration from these examples curated from Instagram.

As nail addicts know, 2017 was all about technologies of the future, over-the-top nail art and bright and shiny surfaces. We’ve rounded up the best nail trends of the year, whether they made a statement on the city sidewalks or were spotted on social media first.

Whether you’re painting your nails for a special occasion or simply rocking a fresh colour for another week at work, there’s nothing quite like a new manicure. We’ve rounded up a few nail looks that are sure to inspire you right now.

There’s nothing quite like jagged stripes to transform your usual nails into a chic new statement, whether you’re heading out for the night or simply heading into the office. Before you jump into this trend, try drawing your inspiration from these examples of the wavy nail look, as spotted on social media.

The look of elegant long talons which are filed into sharp points has been dominating Instagram for quite some time. Whether your colour of choice is pale pink or pastel blue, there is an almond manicure which can suit just about everyone. Take your cues from these nail art looks, and try sporting this glamorous, dramatic trend for yourself right now.

Although we’re still a few weeks removed from the season of pumpkins and crisp leaves, there’s no denying the fact that orange is in the air already. As we step away from the Creamsicle shades of peach, expect to see warm shades of dark coral, tangerine and burnt orange everywhere. When it comes to manicure trends, orange nails are slated to make a grand appearance.

While solid black nail polish once reigned supreme, this rebellious trend has been slightly refreshed with a contemporary update. Instead of plain black tips, beauty lovers are now introducing stripes of black nail lacquer to their fingertips. Layered over pale pink, stark white and metallic silver tips, there’s nothing quite like black accent tips for a striking effect.

Fruit nails are quickly making a splash as a rising manicure trend, and can be spotted on stylish fingertips just about everywhere. Suiting the picnic and backyard party vibes of summertime, fruity nail art draws its inspiration from the tempting tropical delights of the season.

If you’re used to sporting colourful and vibrant fingertips, the summertime trend of nude nails may come as somewhat of a surprise. After all, summer is a season typically associated with bold prints and patterns. Among the shocking tones lies the subtle, calming presence of the neutral manicure. Try drawing your inspiration from this beautiful array of peach-toned and pale pink nail looks.

Although we’re feeling the heat of summer, there’s no denying that ice (particularly the decorative, crystal variety) can certainly bring our temperatures down. Our preferred type of ice is inspiring a quirky new manicure trend, which is aptly titled fire and ice nails. With their shimmering nature and long talons, a fire and ice mani just might be your solution to adorning your fingertips for summer parties.

While bracelet nails and chain nails were a surprising manicure trend last year, wire nails are the latest innovation which brings metallic fingertips to new levels. Although shimmering decals and details are nothing new in the manicure world, wire nails interpret the trend quite literally.

With the holiday season upon us, there’s no doubt that chocolate is everywhere to be seen. However, for those who are aiming to avoid the extra calories of seasonal treats, there may be a less fattening way to embrace the sweet stuff.

While luminous and shimmering opal nails may have made a splash earlier this year, opalescent nails are a more toned down alternative to this sparkling nail trend. Unlike the opal nail, which features a glimmering surface reminiscent of a gemstone, opalescent nails are demure and soft.

As manicure lovers prepare for 2016, it’s clear that the latest nail trend of the New Year has officially surfaced. While the past season may have brought us the return of metallic foil nails and the arrival of coffin nails, holographic nails have recently made a splash on social media.