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Clean Girl Nails Are Trending: Here Are 15 Minimalist Manicures to Try Now

misrolegit April 01, 2024

The “clean girl” aesthetic is everywhere right now. A search term that refers to an effortless, natural look—think dewy, make-up-free, fresh-looking skin—it has garnered a casual 2.1 billion views on TikTok. From our heads to our toes, we’re wholeheartedly embracing this minimalist, squeaky-clean look—and, yes, that applies to our nails.

“Your nails, but better” is the biggest manicure mood right now—and everyone from Selena Gomez and Jennifer Lopez to Simone Ashley is loving it. Sheer nudes and naked pinks, not too dissimilar from the nail’s natural color, are being deployed to luxurious effect.

Manicurists are putting their own spin on the trend. Whether that means a slim white tip—French manicure-style—from Faye Louise Dennis using long-wearing Bio Sculpture gel polish, or Iram Shelton’s intricate silver detailing atop a transparent nude base, the devil is in the detail.

Below, some of the best minimalist manicures to inspire your next look.

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Clean Girl Nails Are Trending Here Are 15 Minimalist Manicures to Try Now

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22 Short Nail Designs That Make a Statement

misrolegit April 01, 2024

Who says long nails should have all the fun?

We're not sure who decided that long nails were the purveyors of intricate nail art. Those of us with short nails love a good nail design too—even if we have slightly less surface area to work with. So the next time you want to switch things up from your favorite nail color, try one of these chic short nail designs courtesy of celebrity nail artists.

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Half-Moons

Nail pro Elle created this neutral look for Blake Lively, who, yes, is a fellow short-nail fan.

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Mermaid Sparkle

Swiping a chunky glitter down the center of the nail adds a beachy vibe.

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Milk Bath Nails

This major trend is just as gorg on short nails as it is on longer tips.

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Frosted Tips

A sheer base and complementary sparkles at the ends gives the illusion of both longer nails and fingers.

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Fruit Salad

You can do more detailed nail art too, like these cute strawberries and lemons, alternated with French tips.

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On the Half Shell

Looking for a new take on the mermaidcore trend? Turn your nails into little iridescent clamshells.

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May the Force Be With You

Billie Lourd paid homage to her mom Carrie Fisher with her Star Wars mani, complete with a Princess Leia portrait.

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Abstract Brushstrokes

Copy the artsy look seen on models at the fall/winter '23 Vivienne Westwood show.

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Wild Side

Zebra print is always a fun option, and there are nail stickers that can help you get the look in minutes.

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Dip Dye

For a fresh take on the French mani, try the moody black ombré vibe Jin Soon Choi created for models including Chloe Sevigny at the Proenza Schouler fall/winter 2023 show.