Manicure preferences are subjective, and trends are constantly changing.
We say you should wear whatever you like, with confidence.
But with so many options, it’s nice to have some inspiration.
Mal de Ojo Studio / Stocksy
Hannah Leeis a brand ambassador for Sally Hansen and a professional manicurist.
Keep your look fresh and easier to maintain byshortening the lengthof faux nails slightly and rounding the edges.
Extra length not your thing?
@vanityprojects
Shorter acrylic nails are trendy, too.
Its so simple to do but looks like you did something extra.
Looking to switch it up?
@christinagranthands
Try spicing up aFrench manicurewith the deep hue.
Multi-Colored Manicures
@imarninails
Really, anything goes when it comes to color.
Itll give a clean base to make the neon pigments appear brighter.
@oliveandjune
Checkered patterns are a favorite andsoversatile, even for just an accent nail.
Byrdie Tip
Always use a great top coat so you dont smear your design.
We like the Seche Dry Fast Top Coat.
@imarninails
It’s simple yet bold, and incredibly easy to DIY.
Paintbox’s Power Couple set makes it easy to pick on-trend color combos.
Mix and Match Manicures
@bellacures
Cant decide on a color?
@chelseaqueen
This is the nail look for you.
Each nail is a different color, whether you choose a rainbow pattern or a monochromatic gradient.
It even looks great with neutrals if you want to switch up your go-to mani.
@ohmynailsnyc
The Nails Inc. Keep It Tonal collection makes selecting a range of colors a no-brainer.
While heavy contrasts used to be popular, modernFrench manicurestend to be more subtle.
Instead of long nails, rounded and short nails look more modern.
@chelseaqueen
Consider swapping out the traditional light colors of a classic French mani for bright shades or sparkling tips.
Marble Manicures
Though it might appear intricate, this look is surprisingly easy to achieve.
Using black and white nail polish, gently paint a couple of thin lines randomly on the nail.
@bellacures
We like China Glaze’s Liquid Leather for its high pigment, which requires just one coat.
“I’m obsessed with Crystal Blue from Sally Hansen’s Good.
Gradient Manicures
@frecklepusnails
Add further interest by applying a different pastel hue to every finger.
@paintboxnails
For cohesiveness, make a run at keep them all in the same finish (i.e.
matte or glossy), and apply them going from the lightest to the darkest hue.
one hand pale blue and the other hand electric blue).
@ohmynailsnyc
This can be done with any color you wish.
Minimal Manicures
A crystal here, a stripe there…
Sometimes less is more and still makes a big impact.
@cndworld
Animal Print Manicures
@thenailphilosophy
Leopard print is so classic, it can work for everyone.
Cow print is a really cool look as well if you don’t want to go the standard route.
Lee recommends a metallic shade with bronze undertones, such as Orly’s Golden Girl.
@frecklepusnails
Smiley Face Manicures
@chillhouse
Expectsmiley face nailsto be huge in 2022.
Use a nail pen and anude polishto replicate the look easily.
but look equally as chic with a T-shirt and jeans.
@ohmynailsnyc
For a similar look, try a range of sizes of adhesives, like these Yimaa Pearl Stickers.
Just use your nail pen or narrow brush to create squiggles.
Try combining colors for further interest.
@imarninails
Tie-Dye Manicures
Take a page out of the 1960s and try your hand at tie-dye.
Pastel Manicures
Pastels are having a moment.
The effect is very much on trend and, depending on what colors you select, goes with anything.
@thenailphilosophy
Keep the rest of the nail nude to really show off the dots.
We recommend Essie’s Adrenaline Brush for a similar look.
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