In the original, and best Total Recall, you may remember a scene in which Rekall’s receptionist changes her nail polish by using a digital pen. Now, after only 35 years, a company came to CES 2026 with a vision for such a gadget that actually works outside of that pricey sci-fi movie. The company is iPolish, and it makes press-on acrylic nails that, when you apply an electric charge, change color almost like magic.
In order to enjoy kaleidoscopic nails, you’ll need to charge the wand, which then connects to your phone. Once you’ve selected your color of choice, you just put the tip of the nail into the wand, and it’ll pass a short charge into the nail to change it. Sadly, the company wouldn’t shed too much light on the process it uses to run the nails but, from my guess, it’s some sort of electrochemical shenanigans going on behind the scenes. All in all, it took around five seconds to change the color of a single nail, so it’s not a big deal in the grand scheme of things.
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iPolish says that each nail can display 400 colors, and can be changed as many times as the user would like. So, if you’re coordinating your nails with your outfits, you’re not bound to a single color palette in the weeks between salon visits. They’re also surprisingly affordable, with the starter set costing $95 which contains two sets of nails, one in Ballerina cut, one in Squoval. The Ballerinas are relatively short, while the Sqovals are longer. It’s worth noting that you can’t shape the nails as you’ll break the hardware, so if you don’t like those shapes, you can’t use ‘em.
When it comes time to replace your nails when one breaks or you lose it in some nailbed mishap, you’ll be able to pick up spares for $6.50. Given the theoretical cost of getting your nails re-done on a weekly basis, being able to change color on a whim seems like a bargain. Of course, we won’t be able to speak to iPolish’s quality and reliability until they start shipping, which is presently expected to begin in June 2026.
One of the most popular ways to get your nails done is now banned in parts of Europe. And an expert says that should give everyone pause. “I was counseling patients or trying to steer them in other directions or alternatives,” said Dr. Farah Moustafa, a dermatologist and the director of Laser and Cosmetics at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts.That included Yara, who has been getting gel manicures regularly for about a decade. “I get them done every two or three weeks,” she said. “It makes my nails look very shiny and hardens them. It also lasts longer.”But when she noticed her nails getting really weak, she turned to Moustafa for advice.”She recommended that I stop getting gel nail polish done,” Yara said. Moustafa said she’s been worried about gel manicures for years, before the European Union banned the polish because of a chemical that may raise concerns about fertility. “The ban was based on some animal studies in which rats were fed large quantities of TPO and they were found to have fertility issues, and it was reproductively toxic,” Moustafa said. TPO stands for trimenthylbenzoyl diphenylphoshine oxide — a long name for a chemical agent that allows the nail polish to harden when exposed to UV light. That’s long been the appeal of gel polish: the shiny seal that makes the color last for weeks instead of days. There have been no scientific studies that definitively establish a link between TPO and health risks in humans. And a ban in the United States is seen as unlikely. Moustafa said, the chemical aside, the UV exposure has always worried her when it comes to gel. “The UV exposure is not good for your hands long-term and does increase your risk of skin cancer of the nail bed,” she said. “It’s like a tanning bed for your nails.”Moustafa suggests patients look at the labels before picking their polish or consider alternatives like dip powder or dazzle dry. For Yara, it was enough to make her hit pause, even though she admits she loves gel polish.”I’m going to try my best to stick with it,” she said. “I’ll probably do it occasionally when I have a wedding or something. But for now, day to day, I think I’m going to stick to regular nail polish.”
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One of the most popular ways to get your nails done is now banned in parts of Europe. And an expert says that should give everyone pause.
“I was counseling patients or trying to steer them in other directions or alternatives,” said Dr. Farah Moustafa, a dermatologist and the director of Laser and Cosmetics at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts.
That included Yara, who has been getting gel manicures regularly for about a decade.
“I get them done every two or three weeks,” she said. “It makes my nails look very shiny and hardens them. It also lasts longer.”
But when she noticed her nails getting really weak, she turned to Moustafa for advice.
“She recommended that I stop getting gel nail polish done,” Yara said.
Moustafa said she’s been worried about gel manicures for years, before the European Union banned the polish because of a chemical that may raise concerns about fertility.
“The ban was based on some animal studies in which rats were fed large quantities of TPO and they were found to have fertility issues, and it was reproductively toxic,” Moustafa said.
TPO stands for trimenthylbenzoyl diphenylphoshine oxide — a long name for a chemical agent that allows the nail polish to harden when exposed to UV light. That’s long been the appeal of gel polish: the shiny seal that makes the color last for weeks instead of days.
There have been no scientific studies that definitively establish a link between TPO and health risks in humans. And a ban in the United States is seen as unlikely.
Moustafa said, the chemical aside, the UV exposure has always worried her when it comes to gel.
“The UV exposure is not good for your hands long-term and does increase your risk of skin cancer of the nail bed,” she said. “It’s like a tanning bed for your nails.”
Moustafa suggests patients look at the labels before picking their polish or consider alternatives like dip powder or dazzle dry.
For Yara, it was enough to make her hit pause, even though she admits she loves gel polish.
“I’m going to try my best to stick with it,” she said. “I’ll probably do it occasionally when I have a wedding or something. But for now, day to day, I think I’m going to stick to regular nail polish.”
A woman has gone viral after being charged for a full manicure at the nail salon. This is despite only having one hand.
In the video, Caitlyn Gianni (@caitlyngiannini) said it was her first time in the salon. She explained that they tried to charge her full price. The only problem is that Gianni only has one hand. As she relayed this to the salon worker, she said they looked “confused.”
What happened at the salon?
Gianni said she was already feeling “vulnerable” for asking in front of everyone.
“I’m starting to feel a little awkward,” she said. “And then another woman comes up to the checkout, and she says, ‘Is this your first time here?’ And I was like: ‘Yeah, I haven’t been here before.””
The woman allegedly told her that Gianni can get a discount only if she makes this salon her regular salon.
“She basically was saying, if I make this my, like, regular spot, that she’ll give me the discount every time I come,” she added. “So sue me. I told her I would make it my regular spot so that I could get half off. I don’t know if I’ll be going back or not.”
“I’m honestly like, I can’t really hate the player because, like, she’s trying to get more customers, and I think ultimately she probably would have given me half off regardless,” she noted. “But I was kind of like, I honestly respect the hustle, but at the same time, I was like, that’s kind of just so weird to say, like, ‘You only have five fingers, but we’re only gonna give you half off if you promise you’ll come back.’”
She concluded that while she wasn’t “upset” by the incident, she was left baffled. Her clip amassed 3.2 million views.
In the comments, users were divided over whether Gianni should have asked for a refund.
“I totally get why you’d want a discount, but it’s worth remembering that a lot of salon costs don’t change just because there are fewer nails to do—things like cleaning, sanitization, prep, and even helping cover rent and bills,” one wrote. “Yes, it takes a bit less time and product, so a discount makes sense, but 50% is a lot to ask. And bringing it up after the service is already done puts the business in a really tough spot.”
Another added, “I 100% think you are in the right to ask. BUT you’re in the wrong to ask AFTER the service is completed. Prices are on the wall. Moving forward with service means you are chill with price. If you’re not, negotiate before.”
However, a third commenter called the salon’s behaviour “insanity,” noting that it’s “1/2 the nails, 1/2 the products, 1/2 the time….. 1/2 the price! there is zero other way to view it.”
While a fourth echoed, “Half price is fair and anyone expecting otherwise is absurd.”
Ultimately, the consensus seemed to be that while she was right to ask for a discount, it was wrong to ask after the service.
Should people with one hand get discounts on manicures?
This question was also discussedmultipletimes on various subreddits. For the most part, people agree that those with one hand should get a discount on manicures.
“Paying full price would be ridiculous, but I do think you should bring it up first possibly in booking,” one Redditor wrote. “Mentioning that you only have one hand so you will only need half of the appointment time.”
“I work in a nail salon and I would give a person with one hand a discount,” another agreed.
While a third shared, “I’m actually in school to be a nail tech, so I understand the labor involved with doing manicures. I think it’s absolutely fair to ask for a discount, and personally, if I had a client with only one hand, I would give you a 50% off discount with no hesitation. It’s half the prep time, half the labor, half the amount of product used. Making you pay full price would just be ridiculous.”
When all is said and done, this gives the phrase a “five-fingered discount” a whole new meaning. Gianni didn’t immediately respond to The Mary Sue’s request for comment via TikTok comment and email.
Charlotte is an internet culture writer with bylines in Insider, VICE, Glamour, The Independent, and more. She holds a Master’s degree in Magazine Journalism from City St George’s, University of London.
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Strawberry glaze nails have been one of the most popular nail trends of the past year, thanks to Hailey Bieber, who introduced the pink version of her trademark glazed donut nails.
Now that the trend is everywhere, there are plenty of sheer pink polishes on the market to help you find your ideal shade.
The choice is all in the style you’re after. Do you want a sparkly, sheer pink polish? Or maybe a lighter or darker pink shade? How sheer do you prefer? Are you into that glazed donut look? We’ve got you covered today.
Below, I’ve curated a list of 18 sheer pink polishes to get that perfect shade at home. Check them out and nail this trend!
1. OPI Bubble Bath
OPI’s Bubble Bath is one of the most popular sheer pink polishes on the market. It’s not sparkly or shimmery, just the perfect sheer nude, milky pink.
So, if you are looking for a classy sheer pink nail polish shade that you can wear for any occasion, I recommend trying out Bubble Bath!
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If you are looking for a sheer chrome pink nail polish to recreate the strawberry glazed donut nail look, I highly recommend OPI’s I Meta My Soulmate.
This super shiny and sparky sheer pink nail polish will give you the look of the glazed donut nail trend—but in pink!
What’s great about this polish is it’s buildable, from a sheer glaze to a full-coverage shiny look. It’s up to you how you want to apply it.
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3. Essie Sugar Daddy
Essie’s Sugar Daddy nail polish is one of their bestsellers for a reason – it’s famous for its sheer, barely-there finish, which looks so chic and classy.
As you can see, this nail polish is a light, slightly peachy shade but will still give you the look of sheer pink nails that you love.
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4. ILNP Sweet Pea
If you are looking for a sheer pink polish that is extra sparkly, then I recommend going for ILNP’s Sweet Pea!
This nail polish is more of a mauve shade of pink and will give you an extra sparkly sheer pink nail polish that is to die for.
You are going to get so many compliments when you wear this shade!
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5. Essie Ballet Slippers
Another super cute sheer pink nail polish shade that you should totally check out is Essie’s Ballet Slippers!
This is an elegant, pastel, almost-white shade of pink that’s long been a favorite of celebrities and nail artists alike.
If you prefer a very light shade of pink, Ballet Slippers is perfect for you.
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6. Orly Confetti
If you are looking for a sheer pink shade that is cool-toned, then I recommend going for Orly’s Confetti!
Unlike some of the pinky nudes on this list, Orly Confetti reads as a true pink, rather than a “your nails but better” shade.
It’s perfect if you like cooler tones and want a bit more pigment on your nails while still rocking the sheer vibe.
Not only is the name of this nail polish adorable, but it is definitely a super elegant nail polish shade.
While the name brings to mind weddings, this super classy shade would also be perfect for prom, formals, or graduation!
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8. Sally Hansen Rosy Quartz
If you are looking for an affordable drugstore nail polish that will also keep your nails healthy, then Sally Hansen Rosy Quartz is definitely the one for you!
This polish is infused with Argan oil, making it a great choice if your nails need extra nourishment.
Also, you can find Sally Hansen at any drugstore, making this very accessible for everyone.
This shade of sheer pink nail polish is more of a subtle rose jelly that will go with any outfit and for any occasion. So, if you are having trouble picking out the perfect shade of sheer pink nail polish, try this one.
As a bonus, this polish is designed to strengthen and treat your nails while also giving them that pretty glow.
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10. Nailberry Elegance
If you love classic French manicures, you may be wondering what kind of nail polish is used to get that pretty pink shade for the base of the nails.
If so, you should check out Nailberry’s Elegance nail shade, which is a sheer pink nail polish similar to the shade seen on French manicures!
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11. OPI Love is in the Bare
If you love long-lasting gel polishes and are looking for a sheer pink gel polish to try, check out OPI’s Love is in the Bare!
Love is in the Bare is the perfect semi-sheer baby pink gel that will give you long-lasting nail color and a gorgeous pink nail look.
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12. ILNP Whisper
You might also want a warmer-toned sheer pink polish option for that strawberry glaze look.
If so, then ILNP’s Whisper is definitely the perfect one for you.
This is a stunning peachy pink sheer nail polish that will give you a sparkly nail look that you will love! It’s perfect for those with warm skin tones or anyone who tans in the summer.
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13. Essie Sheer Fantasy
If you love gel nail polish but want something that’s vegan and doesn’t require UV light, I have the perfect recommendation for you.
This jelly nail polish is glossy and sheer, giving you a pretty sheer pink nail polish look that’s more on the warm-toned side.
This sheer polish is great for those with warmer or darker skin tones who want a warm, nude jelly polish.
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15. CND Shellac Clearly Pink
If you are looking for another gel nail polish that’s super sheer – more of a pink tint than a color – I recommend checking out CND Shellac’s Clearly Pink shade!
This gel nail polish will also give you a long-lasting sheer pink nail polish look that’s like a “your nails but better” vibe.
This nail polish can also be used for French manicures to get the perfect pink base for your manicure.
As you can see, this shade is definitely a darker shade with a red tone to it.
Again, this is a very sheer, almost clear formula, but it’s perfect if you want to add more of a healthy pinkish-red tone to your nails rather than a baby pink.
This nail polish is super sparkly and will give you a streak-free, shiny finish for a gorgeous sheer pink nail look.
It’s more opaque than most others on this list, so it’s great if you want more coverage.
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18. LONDONTOWN Kur Pink Nail Concealer
If you want a purple-pink sheer pink nail polish, I recommend trying out LONDONTOWN’S Kur Pink “nail concealer.”
This nail polish will give you a sheer pink nail polish with more of a purple pigment to it (great for hiding any staining caused by self-tanner), but this shade is still subtle enough to wear with any outfit and for any occasion.
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Which sheer pink nail polish from this list will you be purchasing?
Which sheer pink nail polish do you think will look the best on you? Have you tried sheer pink nail polish before?
Tell me what you think in the comments down below!
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Are you searching for a fresh nail vibe to rock this Spring? Look no further than matcha nails!
If you’re unfamiliar with matcha nails, the concept is just what it sounds like, a nail color that draws inspo from the serene, light green hue of matcha drinks.
You’ll absolutely adore the versatility of matcha nails. This green palette is perfect for crafting beautiful nail art designs that will get you tons of compliments.
Feeling this might be your go-to nail trend for spring? Read on for some matcha nail ideas you’ve got to try!
1. Matcha Latte Nail Art
One of my favorite matcha-inspired nail designs is matcha latte nail art!
To achieve this type of design, you can use the matcha green shade on your nails to create the look of a matcha latte by mixing it with a white shade.
If you are interested in how to get the matcha latte look on your nails, check this video, which will show you all of the details on how to get the look at home.
2. Sunflower Matcha Nails
If you are looking for something girly and fun for this Spring, you’ll love these sunflower matcha nails!
This look is so cute and is super easy to recreate at home.
To DIY it, just grab some white, yellow, and matcha green nail polish to create this adorable design with sunflowers and French tips!
Another fun way to add the matcha green shade to your nails is by doing an ombre nail look!
You can even make a super glam ombre nail look like this by adding gems and 3D designs to your nails.
The video above shows how this maximalist nail look is done.
5. Mini French Matcha Manicure
If you are looking for an easy matcha nail idea that anyone can do at home, I recommend this simple matcha-inspired manicure.
For this manicure, you will be using a matcha green nail polish shade to create a micro French nail look. This will make your French tips so much more colorful and fun for this Spring!
6. Abstract Matcha Nails
If you like to get creative with your nail designs, you can also try one like this one! This look will give you a more abstract nail design that incorporates matcha green.
For this design, you will add gems to your nails and matcha green nail polish to create an aura design on your nails.
Chrome is another fun way to add something different to your matcha green nail looks.
You can use gold chrome detailing, as seen above, to give your matcha green nails an abstract design. This would also look amazing if done with silver chrome.
Everyone will be complimenting you on these!
8. Strawberry Matcha Nails
If you like the look of matcha green nails but want to add another fun color to your design, then strawberry pink is the perfect choice for spring.
For example, try out these strawberry matcha nails. To achieve this look, you will be using a light pink and a matcha green shade to create a super cute design with swirls and flowers.
9. Trendy Matcha Nails
You can also go the more trendy route and use matcha green nail polish to create simple nail art designs like these.
For example, leaves, daisies, and simple swirls look amazing when done with pastel matcha green. Again, a good dotting tool is key for DIYing these designs!
10. Heart Matcha Nails
This heart matcha nail look is another example of a girly design using matcha green.
For this look, you will be using matcha green nail polish to add adorable heart-shaped designs to your nails.
Pearl accents and glitter finish off the manicure for all those girly vibes.
11. Matcha Ombre French Tips
You can also use matcha green nail polish to create an ombre French tips look, as seen above.
So, if you like the look of ombre nails but want to incorporate some matcha green nail polish into your looks, this is the perfect design for you.
If you want a simple look using matcha green nail polish, you can also go for a look like this one that uses the matcha shade all over the nails.
This is perfect for those of us who are looking for a fun new color to try for our next manicure this Spring.
12. Matcha Crystal Manicure
If you want a sparkly matcha nail look, you should go for this type of manicure!
This cute mani features multicolored rhinestones added to matcha green nails.
The best part is, these nails are press-ons, so you can buy the whole set on Etsy and wear them over and over again.
13. 3D Matcha Nails
You can also create a 3D nail look using matcha green nail polish. This is perfect for those of us who want to achieve a more detailed look using matcha green.
This look uses matcha green nail polish with gold chrome flakes and white nail polish to create a 3D drip design on the nails.
Marble is another popular nail design that you may be considering for this spring.
If this is one of the looks you want to wear this season, I recommend making your marble nail look even more fun by using matcha green nail polish.
If you have never tried a marble nail look at home, check out this video tutorial, which will show you exactly how to get a matcha green marble nail look.
15. 3D Matcha Tips
If you want to do a French tips look for this spring but want something fun to try on your French tips, why not try a 3D French tips look like this one using matcha green?
This French tips look will give you a super cool abstract 3D design using matcha green, perfect for Spring.
This nail design will give you the look of glazed nails. However, the only difference is you will be using matcha green nail polish instead of white.
So, if you are looking for a simpler matcha-inspired look for the spring but want something a bit more fun than just a regular nail polish look, try out this sparkly glazed matcha look!
17. Butterfly Nail Art
For another fun nail look that you can do using matcha green nail polish, you should definitely try out this butterfly nail art design!
This design uses matcha green nail polish to create French tips on the nails while also adding a gorgeous white butterfly design to complete the look.
Which matcha nails will you be trying this Spring?
Which is your favorite matcha nail look from this list? Have you tried matcha nails before?
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For those of us looking for a new nail shape to try for our next manicure, you may be interested in duck nails.
Duck nails have been a trendy nail shape recently, so you might be curious about what kind of nail looks you can do with the duck nail shape.
The good news is there are plenty of different kinds of nail looks that you can create with duck nails! Depending on your style, you can create super creative and fun designs or more simple nail looks.
Below, we’ll explain the trend and share 20 cute duck nails to inspire your next manicure.
First, what are duck nails?
If you’re wondering what’s up with this trend, let’s do a quick explanation. Duck nails are also known as “flare nails,” to give you an idea of the shape.
The duck nail kind of resembles a duck’s bill in that it flares out at the tip instead of tapering in as a coffin or ballerina nail would.
Now that you’re up to speed on what we’re talking about, let’s get to some manicure inspiration!
20 Cute Duck Nail Ideas
1. Bow Nails
If you want a simple but girly nail design with duck nails, I recommend these bow nails.
This look is a French manicure with added mini 3D bows for a cute yet edgy vibe.
While this manicure looks complicated to get, you can actually do it yourself at home if you purchase these press-on nails from Etsy.
2. Hello Kitty Nails
If you are looking for a cute and fun design that you can do with the duck nail shape, this one is perfect!
This Hello Kitty-inspired nail design will give you an adorable nail look for your duck nails that you will love.
3. Colorful French
French nails are a popular type of look to do with duck nails. However, if you want something that will stand out a bit more, this colorful look is perfect.
For this nail look, you will be adding multicolored French tips to your duck nails to give you a fun and colorful French tips look.
If you’re loving chrome nails right now, you might want to check out this nail look! This nail look uses chrome and 3D designs on duck nails for a showstopping manicure.
To achieve this look, you will be using silver chrome and yellow nail polish to recreate this look. You can also make it stand out more by adding some 3D accessories to your nails.
What I love about duck nails is that you can get really creative with the looks you create. For example, you could go for a look like this one with multiple designs to get a super fun look.
This look combines a bunch of different types of designs like flames, polka dots, and croc prints using brown, green, white, and yellow nail polish.
The designs and colors of this look are great together and will give you a more creative duck nails look that you will love.
6. Floral Design
You don’t have to go crazy when you’re doing duck nails. You can also do some of the usual designs that you might do on a normal nail shape.
For example, you could go for a girly and fun floral design like this one!
This look features a super cute pink hibiscus flower nail design with black French tips, which is a bit different from your usual white French tips look.
7. Zebra French
You can also get creative with the types of French tips you use. For example, if you like animal print nails, try animal French tips like these zebra ones.
You can also add more to this look with some adorable 3D bows!
8. 3D Nail Art
For those of us who really want to get creative with our duck nail looks, you might be interested in this orange and white floral duck nail design.
This orange duck nails look uses 3D nail art to create a gorgeous orange duck nails look that will definitely make your nails stand out!
This look uses 3D flowers and 3D orange chrome to create stunning 3D nail art.
If you are interested in trying out 3D nail art on your next duck nail manicure, I recommend watching this video tutorial to see how this is done.
9. Classic French
You can also totally do a classic French tip manicure on your duck nails if you want something more classic and simple!
So, the next time you want to try a new nail shape but want a more simple look, I recommend trying a French duck nail look like this one.
10. Multicolored Designs
If you like to have super colorful nail looks, check out this multicolored duck nail design!
This multicolored design combines rhinestones, 3D accessories, and different designs to create a super fun and colorful duck nail look.
So, if you are tempted to try this multicolored duck nail look, check out this video tutorial to learn how to get this fun look.
11. Y2K Nails
A lot of us are obsessed with the Y2K era, so you might want to try out a Y2K-inspired nail look with duck nails like this one.
This nail look uses French tips, different shades of pink, and 3D accessories to give you the Y2K-inspired nail look of your dreams.
12. Bedazzled French
If you are looking for a way to make your nails look more glam, try a bedazzled French nail look like this one!
This look adds rhinestones to your French tips to give your nails some extra sparkle and bling.
14. Pink Bling Design
And, if you really want to make your nails look more glam, I recommend trying out a look like this one!
This look will give you a pink bling design that you will definitely be obsessing over.
For this look, you will be adding rhinestones as well as 3D accessories like an adorable mini pink lollipop and a teddy bear to achieve a stunning pink glam duck nails look.
15. Cherry Nails
If you like the fruit nails trend, you should absolutely try this nail look!
This is a cherry-inspired nail look for duck nails that uses red French tips and red rhinestones to give you a fun, bright red look.
Also, don’t forget to add some cherry gems to your nails to complete the look!
16. Rainbow Nails
If you like colorful nail looks, you might also want to try these rainbow nails! This design will definitely make your nails stand out.
For this look, you will be using a bunch of different nail colors and adding on some fun rainbow gems to make a colorful nail look with multiple designs.
Watch this video tutorial for some inspo for your next salon visit!
17. Pink Junk Nails
You might have heard of the term “junk” nails. This design is popular for duck nails since they’re so over-the-top.
These pink nails are a great example of a fun “junk” nails look that you can do with duck nails! To create a junk nails look, the key is to add on as many things as you can to your nails.
If that sounds like too much to achieve at home (I hear ya), you can get this exact look by purchasing these press-ons on Etsy.
18. Animal Print
You might also want to try a creative animal print design like this one! This duck nail look combines leopard and zebra print to create a super cool look with gold detailing.
If you are looking for a creative way to add animal print to your next manicure, I definitely recommend trying out this look.
19. Denim Nails
Denim nails have also been a popular design recently! This denim nail look will create the illusion that your nails are really made out of denim.
So, if you are curious about how to get a super cool denim nail design like this one, watch this video tutorial to see exactly how it’s done.
20. Garden Nails
For a really out-there nail look, try this moss garden nail design! This stunning design will make your nails look like enchanted garden nails.
This look is done by adding 3D fake greenery and cute nail accessories like mini butterflies to finish the look. Watch the video above to see it done!
Which duck nail look from this list are you obsessing over?
What duck nail look will you be trying for your next manicure? What kind of duck nail design is your favorite?
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Have you been considering changing your nail shape? Then you might want to consider trying out ballerina nails, which are trending like crazy this year.
If you’ve never heard of ballerina nails before, they are essentially a mix of almond and coffin nails. The shape is rounded on the edges, similar to almond nails, but instead of a rounded tip, ballet nails are more square at the end, like coffin nails.
Think of them as emulating the shape of a ballet slipper.
If you want to try this trendy nail shape this season, I’ve rounded up 17 super cute ballerina nail ideas you should definitely try.
Ballerina Nails: 17 Design Ideas to Try
1. French
Let’s start with the basics. You can do a classic French nail look on ballerina-shaped nails.
If you want to make your French tips stand out a bit more, I recommend trying the trendy rounded French nail style seen above.
2. Multicolored Nails
You can also add some color to your ballerina-shaped nails with a multicolored nail design like this one.
To create this multicolored nail look all you need to do is paint each of your nails a different color to make them stand out.
So, pick a bunch of your favorite colors to try this yourself. Or, purchase these press-on nails, which would be perfect for Easter!
3. Boho Chic
If you want a nail design that is different and fun, I recommend trying this boho chic take on ballerina nails.
You could do this detailed look on any nail color, but I love the dusty purple base used here. For the details, you just need a color that pops, like the white and red combo listed here.
To see exactly how to get a boho chic look like this one, watch this video tutorial!
4. Classic Red
What’s also great about the ballerina nail shape is it looks even more elegant and classy when painted with solid colors like this red shade.
So, if you have a favorite shade of red or another nail color you would like to use to create a solid colored nail look, the ballerina nail shape will make it look even better.
5. 3D Nail Art
If you really want your ballerina nail look to stand out, I recommend trying a 3D nail art look!
For example, you could try out this super cool 3D strawberry nail look that incorporates a design that looks like you actually have strawberries on your nails.
6. French Shadow
You might also be interested in doing a blinged-out French nail look! And, of course, it looks extra amazing o ballerina nails.
A French shadow nail look is a different type of French manicure. Instead of the round tips at the end of your nails, the French tips are slanted.
Also, you can add some rhinestones to this look to give your nails some sparkle!
7. Smokey Marble
For a really fun and creative look using ballerina-shaped nails, try this smokey marble nail look!
This nail look will give the illusion that your nails are really made out of marble.
This look is definitely more of an advanced type of nail design, but if you are dying to try this look, definitely check out this video tutorial to see how it’s done.
8. Little Ballerina Nail Design
For a super cute and girly nail design that you can try on ballerina-shaped nails, I love this literal take on ballerina nails.
This look will give you a cute nail design using pink and white with ballerina-themed designs like a ballet shoe and bows.
And, to make your life easier, you can purchase these press-on nails to get this exact look yourself.
9. Accent Nail Design
Another fun but subtle design you can do with ballerina-shaped nails is an accent nail look.
For this kind of look, you will be painting your nails all the same color except for your accent nail. The accent nail can be used to add cute designs of your choice.
For example, I love this adorable heart outline design for an accent nail, which could be done in any color of your choice.
10. Chrome
Chrome is also another type of nail look that looks cute when paired with ballerina-shaped nails!
For example, you could try out this super pretty pink shade for a bright and girly chrome nail look.
11. Rose Gold Design
This rose gold nail look is another fun design you can do on ballerina-shaped nails to make them stand out.
For this look, you will use sparkly rose gold nail polish and rose gold chrome to create an extra-sparkly rose gold nail look.
You can also make this look more fun by adding a rose gold drip design in chrome!
12. Sparkly Ombre Tips
Another type of nail look that looks perfect on ballerina-shaped nails is ombre! But, if you are looking for a way to change your usual ombre nail look or make it have something different, I recommend adding sparkle to the tips of your nails.
This can be done on the classic nude-to-white ombre look or even on ombre looks with more color!
13. Colorful French Design
If you can’t decide between a solid color nail look and a French nail look, you can do both with these nails!
This look is pretty easy to recreate at home with your favorite nail polish color, or you can purchase these press-on nails to get this ballerina-shaped nail look.
14. Neutral Nails
Neutral nails like these also look great with the ballerina nail shape. So, if you want a subtle nail look that is elegant and classy, I recommend trying out this look.
For this look, you will want to find your favorite neutral or glossy nail polish to paint your ballerina-shaped nails.
And what you will love about this look is that it will work for longer or shorter nails.
15. Rhinestone Nails
On the opposite side of the style spectrum, you can also do glam looks with the ballerina-nail shape!
For example, this nail look combines rhinestones and sparkle nail polish to create a glam and sparkly design on ballerina-shaped nails.
So, if this is the kind of nail vibe you are going for, check out this video, which will show you exactly how to get this rhinestone nail look.
16. Lilac Nails
You can also use other fun colors to create cool designs like this lilac nail look!
This nail look combines grey and lilac nail polish with some added sparkle to give you a glittery nail design that you will love.
Just check out this video tutorial for some inspo and details on how to get this look at home!
17. Baby Boomer Nails
Finally, baby boomer nails are another type of nail look that looks great on ballerina-shaped nails.
Baby boomer nails are basically just your classic ombre nail design, with a neutral base that fades into white at the tips.
These press-ons from Etsy are the perfect choice if you want a subtle and elegant design to complement ballerina-shaped nails.
Which ballerina nail look from this list do you love?
What kind of nail shape is your favorite? Which ballerina nails will you be trying for your next nail look?
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The vanilla girl aesthetic has been trending recently, so you may be curious about how you can get this super cute look!
One of the ways that you can achieve this aesthetic is through your nails! There are some adorable nail shapes, colors, and designs that you can do that will help you get the vanilla girl look.
In order to achieve this kind of look, you will want to go for softer nail shapes, shorter-length nails, and subtle colors and designs.
So, if you are trying to bring vanilla girl vibes to your life and want to know what kind of nail looks you can wear to help you achieve this aesthetic, read on for tons of tips and ideas.
Elements of Vanilla Girl Nails
Soft Shapes
If you want vanilla girl nails, you should start by opting for softer shapes.
Softer shapes means nail shapes like round, almond, or rounded square nails that have an elegant look. No sharp edges or points!
Shorter Lengths
Short nails rule for the vanilla girl look. So, this aesthetic is perfect for those of us who like to show off our natural nails — meaning it’s great if you’re on a budget!
Subtle Shades
Next, let’s talk colors. Again, soft and subtle are the keys here.
For the vanilla girl aesthetic, you will want to use subtle shades like neutral tones, light pinks, or — you saw this coming — white or cream nail polish.
But this doesn’t mean you can’t get creative with your looks. You can also totally use chrome or sparkly nail polish to make your nails stand out, so long as you stick within the color theme.
Themed Designs
Also, you may be interested in doing a nail design to spice up your nails rather than just using basic cream, white, or pink shades.
You can still do nail art for your vanilla girl aesthetic nails; the key is to use subtle nail polish shades and classy, simple designs.
For example, a micro French-tip mani with light pink nail polish (above) is a perfect vanilla girl look. To add some design to your nails, you can add a cute mini bow in light pink, as seen in the photo.
Vanilla Girl Nail Ideas to Try
Now that we’ve gone over the basics of vanilla girl nails, here are some specific ideas to get your inspiration going.
1. Sparkly Tips
For those of us who like some sparkle on our nails, the good news is you can do glitter nails and still get a vanilla girl vibe.
I recommend using a nude, light pink, or clear base coat and adding a light coat of glittery nail polish to the tips of your nails.
This will give you a subtle yet sparkly look that will be perfect for the vanilla girl aesthetic.
2. Pearl Chrome
Chrome nails are also perfect for the vanilla girl aesthetic. For example, pearl chrome nails like these will give you a soft vanilla girl nail look!
What you will love about this nail look is that it is super easy to do at home. Just check out this video tutorial to see how you can get these pearl chrome nails yourself.
You have probably heard of the “glazed donut nails” that became popular because of Hailey Bieber. However, you may not have seen glazed French nails.
This is the perfect nail look for those of us who love the look of glazed donut nails but want to add a bit more to it.
To achieve this look, you just need to create a classic French tip and add a thin layer of chrome nail polish on top. The video above will show you how it’s done.
4. Vanilla Tips
If you love the look of French tip nails but want to try something different, you will love vanilla French tips.
To achieve this look, use a neutral cream or beige color for the tips of your nails instead of the usual white French tips.
This will add something different to your nails and will fit perfectly with the vanilla girl aesthetic!
5. Dotted Pearl Nails
You might also be interested in adding some accessories to your nails. If so, I recommend adding pearls!
Pearl nails, like these pearl French-tip nails, will give you an elegant and fun nail look and help you achieve the vanilla girl aesthetic.
For this look, you need only do your usual French tip nail look and add a couple of pearls to each nail. So simple and so pretty!
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6. Strawberry Nails
If you really want to get creative with the nail designs that you do, you could opt for a cute strawberry nail design!
Strawberry nails like these adorable light pink strawberry nails also perfectly fit in with the vanilla girl aesthetic. You can make this look stand out even more with some 3D bows and pearls.
You can also totally do a more abstract nail design that still fits the vanilla girl vibe.
For example, a swirl nail look like this one is perfect because it uses neutral shades, white nail polish, and some light gold glitter to create a stunning yet subtle effect.
8. Vanilla Chrome
For a simple but gorgeous vanilla girl nail look, I also love these vanilla chrome nails!
As opposed to the chrome nails we discussed earlier, which are usually bright white or nude with a coating of chrome powder on top, these vanilla chrome nails have a golden metallic effect that’s a little more interesting than your standard chrome.
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9. Pearl French Nails
Adding pearls to your nail looks is a great way to get a subtle vanilla girl design! So, if you love the look of pearl-decorated nails, you might also want to try this fun pearl outline nail design.
If you want to add some accessories to your nails but want something other than pearls, rhinestones are a great option to fit the vanilla girl aesthetic.
You can add rhinestones to your nails to give them sparkle while also making a super cute design, like this twinkling star nail design.
Fruit nail designs like cherries will also help you to get the vanilla girl aesthetic!
A subtle cherry nail design like this one is a super cute and fun look to help you get the vanilla girl vibe. You could also use a lighter shade of pink if you really wanted to lean into vanilla girl.
To achieve this look, add some mini cherries to your standard french nails using a dotting tool. You can also enhance the look, as seen above, by outlining your French tips with pink nail polish.
13. Pastel 3D Nails
If you want a nail look that will really stand out while still giving off vanilla girl vibes, these girly 3D floral nails are perfect!
While 3D nails are certainly bold, these pretty press-ons from Etsy are still very vanilla girl thanks to their muted pink and cream tones and focus on subtle floral and bow designs.
If you have a girly sense of style, run, don’t walk, to snag these press-ons.
14. Micro French Tips
If you love the look of French tips, another one of the best ways to get the vanilla girl aesthetic is by doing micro French tip nails!
What you will love about this kind of look is that it can be done on basically any nail shape or nail length.
Just check out this video to see how you can get micro French tips at home.
15. Vanilla Latte Nails
You may have heard of vanilla latte nails and you may be wondering how to actually get this type of nail look!
And, although it sounds complex and special, it is actually super simple. You only need to pick out your favorite shade of creamy beige or light brown nail polish to paint your nails.
OPI’s “Coconuts Over OPI” ($11.99 on Amazon) is a popular color to use for vanilla latte nails.
16. Subtle Floral Designs
You can also do subtle floral designs if you want unique nails that still fit with vanilla girl.
For example, this adorable design with mini daisies will give you a subtle and simple nail look that you can totally do at home!
Finally, we have a look that combines many of the above designs into one: a pink pearl chrome nail look.
Once again, this design is easy to achieve with your favorite shade of pale pink polish and some chrome nail powder. You can also freehand the bow design or use a bow nail sticker on top.
Which vanilla nail look from this list is your favorite?
What kind of vanilla nail girl designs will you be trying? Have you tried vanilla girl nail looks before?
Last night, the 66th annual Grammy Awards took place in Los Angeles. While there were many notable beauty looks to discuss, including Taylor Swift’s Schiaparelli Couture dress and Miley Cyrus’s “golden goddess” makeup, we noticed something that would have otherwise slipped subtly under the radar. Two Gen Z celebs walked the pre-show red carpet with classic nude manicures that were created with the exact same drugstore nail polish, and it’s only $12. As far as red carpet beauty moments go, this one couldn’t be easier to re-create. Keep scrolling to see each celeb’s manicure and the nail polish used and learn the exact steps it takes to re-create it.
Yoko Sakakura is the celebrity nail artist who created Rodrigo’s manicure. “Tonight, we decided to switch it up from Olivia’s usual dark and edgy nails,” she said in a press release. “OPI has the prettiest classic shades, and we specifically chose two of my favorite natural tones to capture the same elegant aesthetic as her cream dress adorned in crystals.”. She used OPI’s salon-only gel nail polish, but lucky for us, we can re-create the look at home using the exact same shades of the brand’s traditional nail polish. In other words, we can get the look without a UV lamp. Sakakura started by prepping Rodrigo’s nails, and then she applied a base coat and cured it. For our purposes, we’ll use OPI’s Natural Nail Base Coat ($12). Then, it’s time for nail color.
First, she applied a thin coat of the brand’s iconic shade Put It in Neutral, which is a pink-beige.
Then, she applied a thin coat of another iconic shade, Bubble Bath, over top. (This is a classic sheer pink and a Who What Wear team favorite.) Sakakura finished off the simple yet effective combo with a layer of topcoat. Again, she used the salon-only gel version, but we’ll use OPI’s Top Coat ($12). It’s as easy as that.
Sreynin Peng is the celebrity nail artist who created Madison Beer’s manicure. “Keeping it very classic, we went with two popular OPI shades, Do You Take Lei Away? and Put It in Neutral, for Madison’s nail look,” she said in a press release. “Madison has amazing nails, so we kept the same almond shape that she regularly sports, which can really elevate any nail look. This combined with the layering of the shades offered a timeless nail that perfectly complemented Madison’s gown.” Again, OPI’s salon-only gel nail polish was used, but we can re-create the look with the same shades in traditional nail lacquer. Just as before, we’ll start by prepping our nails and using OPI’s Natural Nail Base Coat ($12) to set the foundation for color.
Once the base coat was dry, Peng applied a coat of this muted beige onto Beer’s almond-shaped nails.
Then, she added a layer of Put It in Neutral over the top. The final step was to apply a topcoat. Again, we’ll use OPI’s Top Coat ($12). That’s it—four easy steps to re-creating a red carpet manicure.
We love this elegant muted rose.
This soft brown is so pretty.
Essie’s Ballet Slippers is another drugstore icon.
Chanel has some of the best neutral nail polishes.
Ever since I can remember, I’ve been partial to neutral nail polish shades I can count on to complement my dark skin tone while working well with the bright whites, blues, and earth tones that make up the bulk of my wardrobe. Despite this, until recently, brown nail polish was never my first pick when faced with an expansive selection of shades at the salon. Here’s the thing—I spent over 11 years of my childhood avoiding anything other that OPI’s Bubble Bath, Put in Neutral, and Sweet Heart due to my dance studio’s strict rule of keeping our nails natural-looking, clean, and clipped at all times.
Little did I know that as a melanin-blessed ballerina, there were about twice as many shades of brown across a number of brands that were my nude. Now, as a beauty editor, I’ve come to the conclusion, based on expert findings and my own exploration with products, that neutral nail polish shades, particularly brown colors, are perpetually in style. Year after year, shades of brown are spotted on and off the runways, worn by award-winning celebrities on red carpets and all the fashion people populating your Instagram Explore page.
Keep reading to take a look at some of the trendiest brown nail colors that we’ll be seeing on only the most stylish people this season, from OPI’s cult-classic Espresso Yourself to the ever-luxurious Les Mains Hermès Nail Enamel in Brun Bistre. I’ve even provided a few of my go-to manicure tools to get the perfect nail look every time. You’re welcome!
As the conversations around beauty have evolved, so have the people who are actively claiming their places in the beauty community. From the rise of acne advocates to the normalization of traditional face tattoos in media, what was once an intentionally exclusive community has grown to include people from all walks of life. Nowhere is that more apparent than with the rise of the “menicure.”
Men wearing nail polish was popularized in the ’70s and ’80s when musicians like Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, and Robert Smith, all had manicures as a part of their aesthetics, but “menicures” actually date back much further than that. “A number of Old Kingdom (c. 2575-2150 BCE) elite tomb chapels include scenes of men receiving nail treatments,” Elizabeth Frood, associate professor of Egyptology at the University of Oxford, previously told POPSUGAR.
Today, we’ve seen a rise in men wearing nail polish and experimenting with their beauty routines. Most recently, Dwyane Wade’s nails were a topic of discussion when he wore a black and red Miami Heat-themed manicure during his Hall of Fame induction ceremony in January 2024. Even still, performers like A$AP Rocky and Bad Bunny have made nail art a part of their signature styles, proving to naysayers there is no gender binary in beauty, especially in the nail space. With that, there has also been a rise in brands created by celebrity men. Machine Gun Kelly revealed that he was working on his own nail-polish brand, Un/Dn Laqr, in April 2021. Shortly after, Harry Styles announced the launch of his nail-polish line, Pleasing, in November. Tyler the Creator became the latest to throw his hat into the beauty game with the launch of Golf le Fleur, which features three nail polishes, in December of the same year.
Because there has been so much inspiration going around as of late, we rounded up the best male celebrities that you can follow to recreate their looks.
We have seen natural-looking nude polishes reign supreme in every season of 2023 so far, and winter will be no exception. “The great thing about a nude nail is that it’s very flattering and can give the appearance of longer, slender fingers. Nudes are also a great base for any minimal nail-art designs. If you’re someone who isn’t able to wear polish for work reasons, a nude nail is a great way of looking polished without drawing attention to your nails,” says Shelton.
Our top tip is to shop for a sheer polish—they tend to work across all skin tones and make mistakes harder to spot.
In case you missed it, the 81st annual Golden Globes took place last night in Los Angeles. There were many notable beauty looks, but it should come as no surprise that Margot Robbie was among them. The actress paired her hot-pink custom Armani Privé dress with a glowing complexion and glossy hair. In my opinion, the look was complete and utter perfection—especially when you consider the underrated (and fairly unnoticed) element that took her Barbie commitment to a whole new level…I’m talking about her barely-there manicure.
Nail Artist Betina Goldstein created a nude manicure that matched Robbie’s skin tone perfectly. Usually, nail experts recommend choosing a nude nail polish that’s one shade lighter or darker than your skin tone for contrast, but Goldstein opted for an exact match..and for good reason. Goldstein posted a picture of Robbie’s nails on her Instagram page, explaining, “For Margot’s nails, I wanted them to blend in with her skin to create the illusion of Barbie doll hands.”
Is it just me, or is coral one of the best nail polish colors out there? I can already hear some of you disagreeing, but let me plead my case. It’s always on-trend, looks gorgeous on every skin tone, and adds the perfect pop of color to any outfit.
Still not convinced? Well then, let me bust out the big guns. I asked celebrity nail artist Queenie Nguyen and Mazz Hanna, a celebrity manicurist and the founder of Mazz Hanna Beauty, to back me up. Both wholeheartedly agree that coral is the new It shade. “Coral nail polish is one of the most universally flattering polishes out there, and its bright pop instantly elevates your mood as soon as you look down at your hands or feet,” Hanna says. If you’re curious about the coral nail polishes each of them always has on hand, keep scrolling for their top picks and a few of our other favorites.
Myths can be a big part of a beauty brand’s DNA. Some of the most iconic beauty products are linked to an epic origin story. Take Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Lip & Cheek Stain, initially made as a nipple tint for exotic dancers, or how La Mer was invented after its founder suffered burns in a lab accident. (He also consulted astrology and played a specific soundtrack for each batch.) Then there’s Chanel’s Vamp, aka Rouge Noir, a whole other ballgame. The dark, blood-red, almost-black shade was everything in the mid-90s and hard to come by as it was constantly selling out. (Thankfully, there were tons of dupes for teens like me who didn’t have a Chanel-friendly budget.) Almost 30 years later, Vamp remains one of Chanel’s best-selling nail polish shades.
Vamp first debuted in March 1994 at Chanel’s Fall 1994 ready-to-wear show in Paris (an iconic collection that featured gold-chain, cell phone, and water bottle holders, which would later inspire Mona May’s costume design in Clueless). Vamp’s legacy includes a Chanel makeup artist coloring over a red nail with a Sharpie; another has Uma Thurman wearing the shade in Pulp Fiction. Though, neither seems to be true.
Two days before the Chanel show, the company’s director of the house’s makeup-creation studio, Heidi Morawetz, and Dominique Moncourtois, the international director of makeup creation, mixed red and black pigments in Chanel’s studio kitchen until they came up with the color. Morawetz told Interview magazine in 2011 that she was inspired by how eyes and nails look black in black-and-white photos. When editors peeped at the models’ gothic nails, it became an instant hit. “The journalists saw it in the show, and they thought it was incredible, “What’s this color?” The Americans did it right away because they could just put it on the counter. So it came out in America before it did here in Paris,” recalled Morawetz.
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2024 is almost here! That means there will be a bunch of new nail looks that you will want to try for the new year.
There were so many great nail trends in 2023, but I am sure you are wondering what kind of nails will be trendy in the upcoming year.
To help keep you in style, I have compiled a list of 24 different nail trends for 2024 that you should try this year. So, check out the list below to get some ideas and design inspo for your fresh nail looks!
Nail Trends for 2024
1. Embellished Nails
One nail trend that you should try out in 2024 is embellished nails. Embellished nails usually will have gems or some kind of nail accessories added to make the nail look stand out!
For example, this super cool embellished nail look is a great example of a design that you could do in 2024 by adding gems and 3D designs. More is more!
2. Aura Nails
You may have seen aura nails before because they have recently become a trendy nail look. If not, they will be a perfect nail design to try in 2024 if you haven’t already!
For those of us who have never seen or heard of aura nails before, the above is an example of an aura nail design using a darker red nail polish shade.
To create the aura nail design above, you will want to use a darker shade of nail polish around your nails, and then in the center, add a lighter nail polish shade. You can also reverse the colors and do dark in the middle with light on the outside.
3. Holographic Nails
Holographic nails like these are also a fun type of nail that you can totally wear in 2024 to stay trendy!
Holographic nails will definitely make your nails stand out and will give you a shiny nail look that you will love. It’s very Y2K and so pretty.
Just check out this video tutorial to see how to get a holographic nail look for 2024!
4. Lavender Nails
Hailey Bieber has definitely had a huge influence on nail trends, and she has done it again with lavender nails!
Lavender nails have become a popular nail trend after Hailey Bieber showed off her cute lavender nail look.
What’s great about this type of look is you can go the simple route and just paint your nails lavender, or you can add some design to it, as shown in this video, to make the look more fun!
5. Mirror Chrome Nails
Chrome nails like these rose gold nails are also another shiny nail look that will be great to try in 2024. Chrome nails were super popular in 2023, and they will also be a fun type of nail look to wear in 2024!
And, to make your nails look slightly different from the usual silver or white chrome nails, you can go for a color like this gorgeous rose gold.
6. Negative Space Nail Art
One nail design you may not have seen before is this negative space nail art look! A negative space nail art look is a design that leaves part of your nails without any color.
For example, this is a negative space nail art design using dark blue nail polish and some gold glitter, which gives you a design on the ends of your nails.
This is just one example of the types of looks you can create with a negative space nail art design, but there are so many more, and you can get creative with your look!
7. Metallic Accent Nail Art
Another fun nail trend for 2024 for those who love shiny or sparkly nail looks is a metallic accent nail art design like this one!
With this design, you will be getting a nail look with a base coat, and then some added metallic details to create a super cool design that you will love.
Just watch this video tutorial to see a great example of a nail look you can create at home with metallic accents!
8. Blue Nails
Not only will lavender nails be a great option for 2024, but you may also want to try blue nails!
Blue nails are definitely going to be trendy in 2024. What’s great about blue nails is that you can create different types of designs with blue nail polish, or you can go the simple route and just pick your favorite shade of blue!
For example, if you want a simple design with some sparkle, check out this royal blue nail look with silver sparkles.
9. Mismatched Nails
For those of us who like to do a bunch of different types of designs on our nails, you might want to try out a mismatched nail look for 2024!
A mismatched nail look basically means that you do different designs on each of your nails to create a nail look with multiple designs. For example, this nail look combines a checkered, polka dot, and rose design to create a fun nail look!
10. Chrome Detailing
If you love chrome nails but want to try something different than just a simple chrome nail look, you may want to consider trying out chrome details on your nails!
You can create a super cool design using chrome on your nails to create a look that will make your nails stand out in 2024.
You can even get really creative and use 3D chrome details to make a nail design like this one using gold chrome! (These nails are press-ons so you can buy them to get the exact look, too.)
11. Chrome French Nails
Chrome will definitely be a hot trend to try in 2024 if you haven’t already! And, for those of us who love French nails, you might want to add it to your usual nail look by using chrome on the tips of your nails.
So, the next time you go to get your nails done but you are looking to do a different type of French nail for something more trendy, definitely try out chrome on the tips of your nails.
12. 3D French Tip Designs
Another French Tip nail look that will be trending for 2024 is the 3D French tips nail look like this!
With 3D French tips, you can make your usual French nail look stand out more with some creative designs.
Check out these nails for some inspo on what you should do when creating a 3D French tip nail look!
13. Square French Nails
Square nails like these have become popular again, so you will definitely want to try some square nail looks in 2024!
For example, a great nail look for square nails is always the French nail look, and there are so many variations you can try. For instance, this black and white nail look with square-shaped nails looks so fresh and cool.
14. 3D Chrome French Tip Designs
If you want to get really creative with French tip nail looks in 2024, you may want to try out a 3D chrome french tip nail look like this one, seen at New York Fashion Week last season.
With this nail look, you will add 3D designs to your French tips to make this nail look even more fun.
For some inspo for some 3D designs that you can add to French tip nails, definitely check out this nail look with chrome tips and 3D detailing!
15. Artistic Nail Designs
For those of us who like to be more on the artsy side with our looks, you may be interested in doing a more artistic nail design like this one in 2024!
This will give you a trendy nail look and will also let you get really creative with how you want your nails to look.
For example, you can do multiple different designs as seen on these nails with super cool patterns!
16. Side Tip French Nails
Side-tip French nails is another cool, abstract variation on French tips that will be trending in 2024.
If you have never seen a side French tip nail look before, it is basically just like doing the French tip but only on half of the nail.
For example, this side French tip look uses white nail polish to create a simple and cute design that may be just what you want in 2024!
17. Abstract French Tips
You can also get super creative with your French tips by adding abstract designs! For example, this French tip look adds abstract designs to the tips of the nails to make them stand out.
And, to make the designs really pop, you can use some bright colors like this gorgeous shade of orange to create this abstract swirl design!
18. Mismatched French Tips
Yup, we have another French tip variation. 2024’s nail trends feature French nails quite heavily!
Here, we have an example of mismatched French tips, which combine abstract nails with side french tips.
I’m absolutely obsessed with this look, which uses gold glitter and white nail polish to create a gorgeous sparkly French tips design! It’s so glam and would be amazing for parties or formals.
19. Outlined French Tips
Another one of my favorite French tip looks that I definitely recommend you try in 2024 is the outlined French tips! With this look, you will be basically outlining where you would usually put your French tips with whatever nail polish color you would like.
And, to make the look even more fun, I recommend adding some color to your nails with some colorful nail polish to create the outline design. You can do this in any of your favorite shades so it’s super customizable to your aesthetic.
20. Gem Nails
Gem nails are another fun nail trend for 2024. To create a gem nail look, you add some pearls and/or or rhinestones to your nails to make them look super cute.
You can add as many as you like or even get creative with the designs that you create using gems, but to have a more trendy look in 2024, you should go for a look like this one!
With this look, you will be adding just a few gems to your nails to create a simple but super cute look.
21. Black & White Nail Designs
Black & white nail designs also will give you something fun and new to try in 2024, so if you have been looking for some black and white nail looks to try, I recommend checking out this nail look!
This look uses black and white nail polish to create some French tips as well as star designs on the nails to add more to the look.
You can also use a touch of color to make the look pop! For example, this light pink shade looks gorgeous when paired with black and white designs.
22. 3D Chrome Rainbow Nails
If you love chrome nails and you are also interested in designs that you can do by adding some 3D detailing, you may want to try out these trendy 3D rainbow chrome nails in 2024!
This is definitely a complicated look but it incorporates quite a few 2024 nail trends into one. I’d recommend getting it done at a salon, but check out the video above to see how it’s achieved.
23. Ombre Nails
Ombre nails have been popular for years now and this will continue into 2024. As always, they are a great nail look to do if you want something simple but also trendy.
If you have never tried ombre nails before, I highly recommend trying something like the example above, with rhinestones on the bottoms of the nails, because it is perfect for basically any occasion. (It’s giving classy nails.)
Another super cool nail look you should try in 2024 is the waterdrop nail look! If you have never heard of the waterdrop nail look before, it basically makes your nails resemble a waterdrop with clear nail polish and nail extensions!
This nail look would be best with the almond nail shape to really get that waterdrop look. Just check out this video tutorial to see how the look is done.
What nail designs will you be trying in 2024?
Which nail designs from this list are you most excited about trying? Which nail look do you think will be the most popular in 2024?
If there’s one thing we know about Jennifer Lopez, it’s that she always serves major nail inspo. Last night, she showed up to the Elle Women in Hollywood event with what’s sure to be the season’s most copied manicure. Lopez wore a silver breastplate, a black skirt, and completed the whole ensemble with glitzy, squoval-shaped nails.
“We both agreed that a longer length was the way to go when receiving The Icon Award, so we went with a medium to long, tapered square-shaped look,” says celebrity nail artist Tom Bachik. “We wanted to complement Jen’s black and chrome dress by Grace Ling with a modern take on the classic nude. We chose CND’s Frostbite for the perfect champagne nude with an emerald iridescent shimmer for her hands, and CND’s Poison Plum, a deep, rich sparkly plum shade for her pedicure.”
The best part of JLo’s holiday party-ready manicure is that it couldn’t be easier to recreate at home. Keep reading for the exact nail products that Bachik used on Lopez. Bachik used the in-salon gel versions of each product, but they’re all available in normal polish for those hoping to recreate at home.
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The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to express your festive spirit than through a stunning manicure that captures the essence of Christmas? Red and green Christmas nails have become a timeless and classic choice for those looking to add a touch of holiday magic to their style.
In this guide, we’ll share tons of ideas on how to get the perfect red and green Christmas nails!
There are countless variations of red and green Christmas nail designs, ranging from simple and elegant to bold and festive. Some popular designs include candy cane stripes, Christmas trees, and glittery ombre effects.
Get into the festive spirit with these charming red and green Christmas nails. These short, square fake nails feature adorable winter 3D Santa Claus and Xmas stocking designs, perfect for adding a touch of holiday cheer to your look.
Embrace your holiday style with festive nail art featuring graphics like Santa Claus, snowflakes, and Christmas trees. The best part is that these self-adhesive nail decorations are so easy to apply on natural or fake nails! Sold on Amazon, these stickers are easy to apply, enhancing natural and artificial nails with holiday charm.
The stickers are sold per sheet, providing an easy and affordable way to add a touch of Christmas to your nail art.
Enhance your holiday nail look with glitter and sparkle nails, perfect for the holidays and any special occasion.
So many pretty glitter nail polishes are available in red and green, but for festive Christmas nails, the above nail polish set offers long-lasting salon-style gel nails in just 3 minutes.
How cute are these fake nails featuring plaid, gingerbread men, and candy canes, all in red and green?
Crafted with care, these nails are designed for Christmas, allowing you to flaunt the artistic charm of festive nail art with absolutely no DIY skills. With their vibrant patterns and stripes, these Christmas almond nails will be a pretty addition to your Christmas looks.
This set of 10 hand-painted press-on nails features a stunning abstract swirl pattern, incorporating festive red and green hues with gold detailing. The slightly translucent design adds a touch of sophistication. Moreover, the medium stiletto shape ensures a trendy and comfortable look.
Opt for a glossy finish by default or customize with a matte finish for your preferred festive aesthetic. You will be obsessed with these stunning nails that effortlessly blend elegance and Christmas cheer.
Transform your nails into a festive masterpiece with these super cute Candy Cane Nails.
These Christmas-themed short fake nails feature delightful red and green full-cover designs that are super easy to apply. With their flawless shape and long-lasting hold, these nails capture the joyous spirit of the season. Get ready to embrace the holiday cheer!
Elevate your festive style with these Christmas Tree and Snow-Inspired Press-On Nails. This set of 24 square-shaped fake nails in vibrant red and green hues, adorned with charming Christmas tree designs and snow, brings the holiday spirit to your fingertips.
With easy application using the provided glue, these short and full-cover false nails are perfect for those of us who want to showcase the magic of Christmas on our fingertips.
Get ready to show off your festive flair with these red and green Snowflake Press-On Nails!
They’re designed with charming Christmas elements in vibrant red and green — think plaid, candy canes, trees, and snowflakes that look like they were knitted as part of a Fair Isle sweater. So cute!
Level up your holiday glamour with this mesmerizing Holographic Nail set, featuring stunning Red and Green Christmas Nails that will get you tons of compliments! Simple yet eye-catching, these reflective glitter nails would be perfect for a holiday party.
Get into the festive spirit with these beautiful “Christmas Morning” press-on nails adorned in vibrant shades of red and green, accented with gold glitter. It honestly looks like you dipped your fingers into a bunch of glitter, and we’re so here for it!
Again, these press-ons are super easy to apply so you can get this look with no DIY skills.
These dazzling Christmas Winter Red and Green Nails provide another cute take on Christmas colors accented with gold. This time, the gold takes the form of gold leaf flakes instead of glitter. Bursting with festive vibes, these meticulously handcrafted press-on nails will elevate your holiday look.
Prepare to have compliments flying your way because you’ll look so glam when you rock these!
Get ready to elevate your festive style with these Green and Red Textured Christmas Nails! These press-ons are the perfect way to bring the cozy Christmas sweater vibes to your fingertips, featuring the signature colors of the season.
My favorite part about these nails is the ornament nail wrapped up with a bow on top. So sweet!
Get ready for a princess-inspired look with these Stiletto Christmas Nails that capture the essence of Christmas. The vibrant red and green colors will make you stand out, and the glitter and pearl embellishments will add tons of charm.
If you ask us, this is an incredibly dazzling manicure for the holiday season. Everyone will be jealous!
Step up your holiday style with ombre nails that feature metallic red and green.
The ombre effect adds a touch of elegance, while the charming white details like gingerbread, snowflakes, and Rudolph make these nails the ultimate choice for a fun and oh-so-festive manicure.
Illuminate your holiday manicure with these dip powder fake nails inspired by Christmas lights. This festive dip powder mani is reminiscent of glowing bulbs and tinsel, featuring a vibrant blend of red and green hues.
Once again, these gorgeous nails are press-ons, so you can apply them in minutes and rock them all December long.
What do you think of these red and green Christmas nails?
Celebrate the holiday season in style by embracing the festive spirit with these red and green Christmas nails!
Beyond your festive home decor, the holiday season is an opportunity to express joy through personal style! These red and green Christmas nails are the perfect way to add more festive vibes to your life — always a good thing!
If you like these red and green Christmas nail ideas, consider checking out these other picks below –
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Are you looking for a fun way to show off your Christmas spirit this year? If so, you may want to consider trying out some Christmas nail art!
To help you in your search for the perfect Christmas nail art to try this holiday season, check out this list of 22 different Christmas nail art ideas that you will love.
Christmas Nail Art Ideas
1. Blue & White Snowflake Nails
This blue and white snowflake design will be perfect if you want some winter nail art to add to your nails this holiday season!
This nail look features a gorgeous and detailed winter nail look that features snowflakes and Christmas trees.
As seen in this video, you can also make this look even more fun by adding some dots with white nail polish to resemble snow on your nails.
2. Pink Gingerbread Nails
For those of us who want to try out more intricate nail designs for the holiday season, you may be interested in adding some 3D details to your nails.
For example, this pink gingerbread nail look will give you a super cute and girly look featuring 3D gingerbread and sweater designs.
Also, you can add some more sparkle to this look with some sparkly nail polish and some rhinestones!
3. Brown Christmas Nails
This brown Christmas nail look is perfect for those of us going for a different nail design than the usual Christmas designs.
For this nail look, you will add tons of different designs to your nails to achieve this super cute and cozy Xmas nails vibe. I absolutely love the sweater patterns and snowflakes and they look so chic with the neutral-toned beige, brown, and white polishes.
4. Sparkly Peppermint Tips
For a sparkly French-tip look this Christmas, you can add some glitter candy cane designs, as shown in this video tutorial!
This look will give peppermint-inspired designs for the tips of your nails with sparkly nail polish to make this look festive.
5. Pink Sweater Nails
Sweater nails are also a super cute design that you can do for this Christmas! For example, you could try out this pink sweater nail look that features sweater designs using pink nail polish.
You can also add other designs to make this look stand out more, such as the pretty pink and white snowflakes shown above.
6. Black Christmas Nails
Black Christmas nails may not have been a design that you thought of doing this Christmas, but they actually look really cool!
All you need to do to create this kind of look is make sure you have black and white nail polish to create striped and snowflake designs, as shown in this video.
7. Garland French tips
Many people love garlands around Christmas time, and you can add them to your nails with this Garland French Tips nail look!
To create this look, you will do a classic French tip on your nails, but you will add some garland designs onto your nails to make them festive for this season. Alternatively, you can pick up this set of press-ons on Etsy and just glue them on for the exact look.
8. Sparkly White Christmas Nails
White can also be used to create holiday nails; it just depends on what kind of designs you are going for.
For example, these snowflake and sweater designs using white nail polish will create a soothing winter vibe for the holidays.
9. Teal Winter Nails
If you want a nail look using other colors instead of classic Christmas colors, you can also try out a nail design like this one!
This nail design used teal nail polish to create a super cool teal Christmas-inspired nail look with some teal sparkles, snowflake designs, and nail accessories like this adorable bow.
10. Grinch Nails
If you, like me, are obsessed with the Grinch, you will definitely want to do a Grinch-inspired nail look for the holiday season!
A Grinch nail look requires some nail art skills, so you should check out these press-on nails that feature the characters from the Grinch movie. No brush skills or salon visit required!
11. Red Christmas Nails
Everyone knows red is a classic Christmas color, so if you love how red looks on your nails, you can create a gorgeous red nail design for the holidays like this one!
This nail look features some Christmas lights designs as well as snowflake and peppermint designs to complete the look.
12. Grey Snowy Nails
You may not have considered using grey for your holiday nail designs, but it’s actually a perfect color for creating some winter-inspired looks.
As seen in this tartan nail design, you can also do cool red and black designs for the holiday season!
For this look, you will use red and black nail polish to create the tartan pattern on your nails. If you aren’t sure how this kind of vibe is achieved, check out this video to get the look.
14. Red & Green Plaid Nails
Another popular pattern that you can do on your nails for the holiday season is plaid! You can use red, green, and white nail polish to create a plaid design on your nails for the holidays, as shown on these press-on nails.
You can also totally make this look more festive by adding some sparkly nail polish to your nails!
15. Candy Cane Nail Art
Adding candy cane designs to your nails is also a fun way to create a Christmas-inspired nail look. For example, this candy cane nail art look will look super cute on shorter nails for the holidays!
So, if you are considering shorter nail looks, you should try out this adorable candy cane nail look that features mini candy cane designs.
16. Plaid Christmas Nails
If you like the look of the plaid design on your nails but want to use colors other than the usual red and black tartan hues, then I recommend trying out this pink plaid nail design!
This nail look will give you a more girly look that you will love wearing for the holidays. Just watch this video tutorial to see how to get this look, featuring stunning rhinestones and 3D bows.
17. Reindeer Nails
If you want a more unique nail design for the holidays, I recommend checking out this winter-inspired nail look!
For this look, you will add reindeer and Christmas tree designs to your nails and a super cool heart-shaped window with winter candles. Or just buy these adorable press-ons to get the look without doing any nail art.
18. Let it Snow Nails
For those of us who want to add the look of snow to our nails, you will want to check out this “let it snow” nail design!
This nail design will create the illusion that you have real snow on your nails! If you have never tried a design like this before, watch this video tutorial to get all the details on recreating this snowy nail look. It’s such a fun texture that you can add to tons of nail looks.
19. Glow in the Dark Christmas Nail Art
For those looking for a colorful nail design that stands out this holiday season, I highly recommend this glow-in-the-dark Christmas-inspired nail look!
These pretty press-ons will give you a super cool and festive nail look with many different glow-in-the-dark nail designs inspired by Christmas to make your nails stand out this season.
20. Christmas Confetti Nails
If you want to incorporate all of the Christmas colors into your nail designs this year, I recommend trying out this Christmas confetti nail look!
These easy-to-apply press-on nails will combine all of your Christmas favorites into one nail look with a bunch of different super cute nail designs, such as reindeer, Santa, and candy canes.
21. Mistletoe Nails
This mistletoe design is a super cute and simple green nail design that you can do for the holidays!
To recreate this design from these press-ons, you will want to use green and red nail polish to create small mistletoe designs on your nails while also adding some other designs to your nails, such as these adorable snowflakes!
22. Red Foil Christmas Nails
Another way to incorporate red into your nail design for the holidays is by using red foil. You can create super cool nail looks like this Santa-inspired design with red foil!
For this look, also make sure to use red and white rhinestones to complete the look.
What Christmas nail art will you be trying for this holiday season?
Have you tried Christmas nail art before? Which Christmas nail art from this list is your favorite?
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If you are obsessed with almond nails, you may be considering what kind of nail looks you should rock this Christmas season. We’ve already shared some Christmas nail ideas, but this post will specifically focus on almond nails for Xmas.
Christmas almond nail looks will work for basically any nail length; you just need to find the perfect one for you!
So, for those of us looking for the perfect almond nail look for this holiday season, check out this list of 20 super cute almond nail Christmas looks that you should try!
Christmas Almond Nails
1. Pastel Blue Frozen Nails
If you want a Christmas design made with blue nail polish for your almond nails, this one may be for you!
With this nail look, you will be creating the illusion that your nails are frozen with some glitter and polish to create an icy look on your nails.
You can add more to this look by using some rhinestones to give it more sparkle!
2. Black & White Christmas Nails
If you want a nail look that is a bit different from the usual Christmas nail looks, this is a cool option that’s subtle and chic.
To create this nail look, you will use black & white nail polish to create a fun Christmas-inspired design on your nails that features a Christmas bow.
So, if you are curious about how to recreate this look, check out this video!
3. White & Gold Christmas Nails
White and gold is another pretty combo for nail designs on almond-shaped nails. So, if this sounds like the type of look you want to try for Christmas, check out this white and gold Christmas nail art look.
I love this look because you can create super cute Christmas-themed designs on your nails with gold nail polish, making your Christmas nails stand out.
4. White Ribbon Nails
Another fun design for almond-shaped nails is this white ribbon nail look. This is great for those who like to do silver nail looks for Christmas.
This look centers around a bow design made out of white and silver polish. You can also get even more creative with this nail look by adding on a 3D bow, as shown in the video tutorial!
5. Christmas Cookie Nails
If you like to play off gingerbread and Christmas cookie designs, you may want to check out this Christmas cookie nail look.
This look uses brown nail polish to create fun designs resembling Christmas cookies on your nails. You will be obsessed with how cute these mini Christmas cookie designs look on your almond-shaped nails!
6. Christmas Nail Art
Another fun way to make your almond nails look more festive this year is by doing some Christmas nail art, as seen on these almond-shaped nails.
To create a look like this one, you will want to use multiple different Christmas sweets designs on your nails, such as peppermint, candy cane, and gingerbread designs!
And, to make doing your nails a bit easier around the holidays, you can also purchase these press-on nails to apply at home.
7. Sparkly Accent Nails
A sparkly accent nail design is perfect for those of us looking for a simple but also festive nail look for this Christmas!
To achieve a look like this one, you will want to make sure that you have red or green nail polish to paint your other nails, as well as some silver glittery nail polish to paint your accent nail.
Also, to make your nails even more colorful, you can also use red and green nail polish to create this look!
8. Black & White French Nails
This is a great Christmas nail look for almond nails if you want something a bit different but also want to incorporate some classic Christmas designs!
For this nail look, you will add an abstract tip design to your nails using black & white nail polish and some cute Christmas designs to your nails, such as Santa hats and candy canes.
This will give you a unique look for the holiday season that you will love!
9. 3D Christmas Nails
If you are curious about some other 3D nail art designs you can try this holiday season, you should totally be checking out these press-on nails!
These nails come with super cool 3D Christmas-inspired designs that will make your nails stand out with gorgeous gems added to your nails.
So, if you want to try out this look like I am this Christmas, purchase these press-on nails to get the look!
10. Snowflake Polar Bear Nails
Another super cute nail design for almond-shaped nails you should try for the holiday season is this look with adorable polar bears and snowflakes!
For this nail look, you will be using blue and white nail polish to create winter designs.
If you are curious about how to create the perfect snowflake design on your nails or how to recreate this adorable polar bear design, check out this nail tutorial!
11. Gingerbread Nails
If you love the look of Christmas colors but want to create a look that is a bit less colorful than other Christmas designs, this may be the one you are looking for!
For this nail look, you will get a super cute gingerbread-inspired nail look, perfect for Christmas.
This look will be more subtle, made with a neutral base coat with brown and white designs to complete the look!
12. Red French Tip Nails
Some of us also might be going for a nail look that is more simple for our almond-shaped nails. For example, you may be interested in this French tip look for your almond-shaped nails!
To recreate this French tip look for this holiday season, just make sure to have some red nail polish and some red glitter to add to the tips of your almond nails.
13. Santa Nails
Santa designs are also another very popular nail design that you can totally do on almond-shaped nails!
For example, these press-on nails have adorable Santa designs and some super cute Christmas tree and reindeer designs you will be obsessed with this season.
14. Gold Snowflake Nails
For those of us who want to create an almond nail look using colors other than the usual Christmas colors, you may want to check out this gold snowflake nail look!
This gold snowflake nail look uses dark purple, white, and gold glittery nail polish to create some gorgeous striped designs on the nails.
Also, to add the winter and holiday feel to this nail look, you should definitely add some gold snowflake glitter to your nails!
15. Purple Christmas Nails
Another nail look that uses colors other than the classic Christmas colors is this purple Christmas nail look!
This look creates a winter vibe on your nails with some white snowflake designs as well as 3D sweater patterns.
So, if you are looking for something different for your almond nails this holiday season, try out these purple Christmas press-on nails at home.
16. Sparkly Gold Nails
If you love the look of gold glitter for holiday nail looks, you can try this sparkly gold nail look!
This look uses gold glitter and white nail polish to create some super fun nail designs for almond-shaped nails that will make your nails look festive and sparkly this season.
17. Candy Cane Nails
This candy cane nail look is a perfect Christmas nail design for almond-shaped nails. With this nail look, you will add a super cute design for the tips of your nails that creates a heart using candy canes.
So, if you are obsessed with how cute this look is like I am, definitely check out these press-on nails to get the look.
18. Christmas Ornaments Nails
Another super cute nail look for almond nails this holiday season is this Christmas ornament-inspired nail look.
This look will give you an adorable Christmas-themed nail look with some mini ornament designs added to each of your nails!
19. Sparkly Green Nails
For a green Christmas nail look, you may want to check out this sparkly green nail look for almond nails, which features French tips using sparkly green nail polish!
Also, you can add more to this look with some rhinestones, as seen in this video tutorial.
20. Red Almond Nails
You can also go super simple but classy this Christmas season with an all-red nail polish look! I Iove using red nail polish on almond nails because red always looks gorgeous on almond-shaped nails.
Which almond nail design from this list will you be wearing this Christmas season?
Have you ever tried Christmas nail designs? What kind of Christmas nail designs are your favorite?
