In the rapidly evolving world of beauty, staying updated with nail trends has become increasingly challenging. From celebrity-approved shades to the ever-growing popularity of chrome, it feels like a whirlwind of new nail styles every day. Thankfully, insiders are at hand to give us a scoop on the upcoming trends and hairstyles going out of style this winter.
Featuring perspectives from leading experts such as Yukie Natori, the owner of Yukie Beauty Spa who specializes in Japanese hard gel manicures, and Aya Hirota, a senior nail artist at Yukie Beauty Spa, we delve into what’s trending and what’s not in the domain of nail fashion.
Making quite the headway into mainstream fashion are Magnetic Nails. Unless you’ve been off-grid, there’s a high chance that you would’ve caught a glimpse of this new sensation. Magnetic nails, recognized for their unique designs that offer depth and glitter in even a singular shade, are highly sought after. Particularly the soothing effect of the delicate sheen that these nails cast, akin to tranquil water, enhances the beauty of the wearer’s hands. Believed to be suitable for any occasion due to their universal appeal, magnetic nails are particularly striking in rich girls’ shades that augment the natural skin tone. These nails capture lights, creating a unique depth and transparent finish. Soundlessly graceful, magnetic nails come across as a mild jelly with a subtle lustre and sheer color.
Also storming the fashion corridors are Inkblot Gel Nails. They are an easy ticket to sophisticated designs. The uniqueness of inkblot, drop, and ink-in-water looks makes them perfect elements to play around with nail art and designs. They exhibit elegance while infusing just the right amount of edginess, making them appropriate for both, a board meeting as well as a wedding party. Hirota recommends applying the ink design over a light-colored base to let the design stand out. Combining ink with other materials such as magnetic gels, mirror powder, and 3D gels can add depth and dimension to the nail design, giving it a distinctive appeal.
Another trending design strategy involves the use of Hand-Drawn Nail Designs. Having a nail artist craft a unique design is perhaps one of the most impressive and personalized ways to ensure your nails stand out. Hand-drawn designs that are carefully painted or transferred from drawing to gel, offer a unique, personal touch that can’t be replicated with generic stickers.
However, the nail stickers that dominated the market last summer are now facing a decline. These cute and kitschy designs which were all the rage a few months ago are less popular now. But according to Natori, they may not be out of the game for long. Different materials can be fused with newer elements to conjure something entirely refreshing and exciting. After all, nail designs are a reflection of one’s personality and lifestyle. With an array of options to express oneself, embracing individual, unique nail designs is always encouraged. So, the key is how materials are used, and traditional ones can be mixed with newer elements for a fresh and exciting look. To conclude as Natori says – embrace your own unique nail designs – as nail design is ultimately an expression of your personality and lifestyle.
