new nail trends

Whether you’re hitting up the music festival circuit this season or simply enjoying the sun from your backyard, there’s nothing quite like a rock and roll manicure. Spotted on the runways at Rodarte and 3.1 Phillip Lim, glimmering golden fingertips seem to be a trend for the season ahead.

Whether you want to sport bling-encrusted fingertips or simply add a statement gem for an eye-catching touch, a touch of sparkle can light up your spring manicure. Before you complete your beauty look for the season ahead, take a glance at these gorgeous nail art statements.

For Spring 2017, rose quartz nails are the perfect compromise between pastels and jewel tones. If you can’t decide whether to sport a bling-worthy nail polish hue or stick to springtime shades, the rose quartz mani just may be your answer.

While cuticle art first starting making a bold impression last year, it seems that painted cuticles are becoming increasingly popular. For Spring 2017, colourful cuticles promise to elevate the season’s manicure trends. From bold slashes of rainbow polish to metallic hints, cuticles are no longer plain and unadorned.

While unicorns have inspired everything from eye makeup to hair colours in the past year, this mystical creature has now left its mark in the world of nails. Probably best known for its long, majestic horn, the unicorn has influenced Spring 2017’s latest manicure trend.

With springtime sunshine around the corner, the best way to adorn your fingertips is to test out the trend of vibrant nail polish. Even if you plan to sport neutral makeup all season long, there’s nothing wrong with a pop of colour to bring your fingers to life.

With March upon us, it’s time to officially swap your dark and moody nails for a sunny, springlike alternative. Whether you’re in the mood for pastels or funky patterns, look at these colourful nail ideas for a perfect way to jump into the next season.

For Spring 2017, bedazzled nails have already made a bold impression on the runway at Philipp Plein. Whether you’re looking to revamp your midweek manicure or transform your Friday night nails into a bejewelled sensation, look no further than this stellar new trend.

While bracelet nails and chain nails were a surprising manicure trend last year, wire nails are the latest innovation which brings metallic fingertips to new levels. Although shimmering decals and details are nothing new in the manicure world, wire nails interpret the trend quite literally.

While graphic prints may be currently making a splash on runway designs, they are also causing a sensation in the world of beauty. From graphic eyeliner and eyeshadow to funky lip art, it’s clear that fierce swirls and unexpected patterns are officially cool.

While 2016 was certainly marked by plenty of sparkle and shimmer, the year ahead is slated to take shimmer to an entirely new level. In fact, diamond nail art is set to make a dazzling impression this winter, as the latest Korean manicure trend.

For beauty addicts who are looking for a more creative upgrade on the classic crescent nail, the latest emerging trend brings crescent tips to a new level. Staying true to its name, the double crescent manicure features neutral or nude half-moons, paired with brightly coloured fingertips

For Fall 2016, beauty lovers are officially drawing their manicure inspiration from an unlikely source. While your backyard garden may have influenced your Fall 2016 nail art looks, autumn’s manicures are also drawing their cues from the world of botany.

If you’re currently sporting your favourite aviators to shield your delicate eyes from the harsh autumn sunlight, the latest manicure trend will come as welcome news. Sunglass nails are quickly making a splash in the world of beauty, thanks to their gleaming surface and shiny effect.

While most beauty addicts have mastered contouring makeup by this point, nail contouring is certainly a new spin on this beloved technique. Although contouring your visage may offer the illusion of more symmetrical facial features, the nail-friendly version aims to fake the look of perfect talons.