And so too are the most iconic90s beauty trendsour nostalgic hearts have clung to for so long.
So, to inspire your next trip to the salon, weve gathered the best manicures of the ’90s.
Ahead, discover 16 90s nail trends that transcend time, plus their modern counterparts.
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Mismatched Manis
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The ’90s was the golden age of supermodels.
Thismismatched manicureon Schiffer is a prime example of supermodels being the OG influencers.
The “why choose?”
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mentality hit salons worldwide and spawned the idea that accent nails didn’t need to be singular.
Now, we’ve elevated the space-age style with eye-catching elements like3D nail artandnail piercings.
Whites and creams with a milky finish were all the rage in the ‘90sand for good reason.
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The easy-to-wear look works for every occasion, from date nights and work to brunch and formal occasions.
Sheer nude polishes with a subtle shine finish were introduced to beauty aisles decades before the ’90s.
But, as the old saying goes, if it’s not broken, why fix it?
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Plus, it looks amazing on every single nail shape and length.
And this time, you’ve got options.
ushered in the cultural wave of nail art that continues to modern day.
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The most modernized version of the French manicure fuses minimalism with the 90s and 00s style revival.
Zendaya and Selena Gomez are some of the most recent adopters of this style prediction.
While butterfly wings hadn’t fully descended to the fingertips just yet,tie-dye nail artbegan to take form.
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