If going backstage during fashion month taught me anything, it was that spring nail trends would be anything but boring. I saw metallic silver press-ons at Bronx and Banco, pearlescent purples at Sandy Liang, and bow appliques at LoveShackFancy—to name a few. A few weeks have passed since these manicures made their way down the runway, and now, some of the best nail artists in the business are putting twists on these trends.
A few worth mentioning: Pastels are having a moment before brighter shades take over this summer. Nail art is getting a retro twist, with big flowers, 3D designs, and aura orbs popping up. Playing with texture continues to be popular; chrome finishes maintain their staying power, while magnetic cat-eye designs are joining the fold. As for shapes? You can’t go wrong, everything from stilettos to short and square are new classics.
