Tired of the same old run-of-the-mill manicure and looking for something new and fresh? Yeah, we were too.
In dire need for some nail inspo, we turned to the experts at Vanity Projects, the high-end nail atelier, to find out what the biggest (read: coolest) trends of the season currently are. After all, they’re the artists responsible for some of the most intricate and innovative (and flat-out awesome) manicures out there, so we knew they were just who we should tap for summer-perfect ideas.
With salons in both New York City and Miami, we talked about some of the most interesting (and recurring) manicures they’ve been designing this spring. From nails resembling rose quartz to manicures honoring Queen Bey herself, the latest trends vary from pretty to pretty wild.
Click through the gallery below to get a closer look at the nine biggest manicure trends, according to our friends at Vanity Projects. Get ready for some serious nail envy.
Floral Nails
Florals may be an expected fashion trend for spring and summer, but florals on your nails? Pretty and unexpected.
Manicure by Rose Barron #VPRose
Manicure by Maco Kawasaki #VPMaco
Manicure by Gina Oh #VPGina
Manicure by Gena Del Portillo #VPGena
Foil Nails
By using a special technique to layer a metallic foil over the nail, these super-shiny and glistening designs are sure to turn heads.
Manicure by Mimi Terada #VPMimi
Manicure by Mimi Terada #VPMimi
Manicure by Maco Kawasaki #VPMaco
Glass Nails
Don't worry, no real glass is used. Strategically laid out, sharply cut foil is arranged over the nail to give the illusion of broken glass.
Manicure by Joey Lin #VPJoey
Manicure by Rose Barron #VPRose
Lemonade Nails
If you loved Lemonade as much as we did, why not join the Beyhive and try out a Beyoncé-inspired mani?
Manicure by Gena Del Portillo #VPGena
Manicure by Rose Barron #VPRose
Graphic Lines
Super-detailed linework will turn your nails into a literal work of art.
Manicure by Spifster Sutton #Spifster
Manicure by Netta Swain #VPNetta
Marbled/Crystal Nails
By layering and carefully swirling two different-colored polishes, you can make your nails look like actual marbled stones or crystals.
Manicure by Mimi Terada #VPMimi
Manicure by Maco Kawasaki #VPMaco
Metallic Nails
From metallic and glitter polish to solid, flat foil, nails that shine are all the rage this season.
Manicure by Maco Kawasaki #VPMaco
Manicure by Gracie Joseph #VPGracie
Manicure by Maco Kawasaki #VPMaco
Ombre Nails
Whether you keep it simple with one color or channel a full-on rainbow, the ombre trend is no longer just for your hair.
Manicure by Gracie Joseph #VPGracie
Manicure by Maco Kawasaki #VPMaco
Manicure by Gina Oh #VPGina
Stars
Let your nails shine like the stars that they are, with a celestial mani.
Manicure by Gracie Joseph #VPGracie
Manicure by Ayumu Takasawa #VPAyumu
Manicure by Gina Oh #VPGina
