Overview
- Reporting highlights milky, pearlescent and glazed effects on short nails, with subtle accents replacing heavy ornamentation.
- Black manicures are recast for summer nights with restrained details like fine lines, micro hearts, soft shimmer or a sheer base.
- Blue emerges as a key color story for spring, spanning sapphire and midnight to celeste, deep turquoise and glazed blue finishes.
- Work-appropriate options center on white and milky looks, including pearl sheen, outline French and reverse ombré glitter for a polished, rejuvenating effect.
- Lace-inspired designs gain momentum ahead of Valentine’s Day, popularized by nail artists and celebrities using gel painting and foil for refined texture.