From sorbet-inspired hues to artistic graphic designs, these are some of the creative yet minimalistic manicure trends of the summer season
The summer nails category perfectly reflects the season’s penchant for a creative flick of polish. Think more of sorbet-inspired hues and graphic retro designs—it’s a big moment for color play. But fret not, the beauty report also unveils a selection of manicures that are in favor of the minimalist. Popular choices like sheer nudes and ballet pinks are making their much-anticipated comeback, while statement colors remain a perennial favorite.
The nail department is never short of options to explore. Here, we delve into some of the creative yet minimalistic manicure trends that commands attention.
Supermodel nails
It appears that a classic lick of a sheer nude polish is still prominent this summer. As seen on Madelyn Cline, Julie Kandalec accomplished the look with the use of a sheer-taupe hue. It’s a given that the design is good on its own, but a hint of glitter embellishments can make a big impact on the overall look.
Sorbet-inspired micro french nails
Fans of minimalistic color play need to look no further from this entry. Decoding the work of Betina Goldstein, the artist used a sorbet-inspired palette to draw an ultra-fine micro-band across the tip of the nail. Elevate the look by opting for polishes with a holographic finish.
Statement hues
In contrast to supermodel nails, the look embraces season-approved statement hues. Punchy colors like cherry reds, vibrant magenta, and lemon yellow are the popular picks of the season. Not keen on a bright palette? Opt for a rich blue. It’s a wearable shade that never lacks a statement.
Graphic play
Of course, a minimalistic yet creative nail design is one thing that any beauty lover can’t miss. Take this masterpiece as a reference. It’s quite similar with the micro french nails, but here, the artist also filled the bed with a complementing pastel hue. There are a lot of ways to translate the look, but for a chic appeal, go for a black and white color scheme.
