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8 New York Fashion Week Nail Looks That Could Double as Art
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POPSUGAR Photography / Darrel Hunter
- New York Fashion Week previews not just apparel but also hair, makeup, and nail trends.
- This season’s nail art saw everything from 3D designs to chrome details.
- Read ahead for the NYFW nail trends you should try.
Nothing demonstrates the synergy between fashion and beauty better than New York Fashion Week. In fact, for every couture gown that walks down the runway, there’s an accompanying hair or makeup look that will stop you in your tracks. As grand as the week can feel, our favorite moments are always in the details. Case in point? The showstopping manicures that have taken up permanent residence on our mood boards.
From sweater nail art to abstract lines, there has been no shortage of design inspiration during this week’s festivities. While Fashion Week can be a perfect time to start thinking about ways to refresh your wardrobe, your nails are one of the easiest ways to show off your personality and sense of style without having to break the bank.
As you begin hunting down the winter pieces that have graced your feeds, take a closer look at some of the best nail looks that have come out of New York Fashion Week this year. Then, make sure your next few salon appointments are all squared away in advance – because after you see these designs, you’ll want to try more than just one.
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POPSUGAR Photography / Darrel Hunter
New York Fashion Week Nail Trend: Sweater Nails
It may be unseasonably warm in New York this February, but you can still welcome all the cozy vibes with your nail art. These ombré sweater nails perfectly highlight the knitted pattern on each finger and still offer a striking contrast against this green coat. It’s the perfect example of a beauty moment that also doubles as a fashion statement.
POPSUGAR Photography / Darrel Hunter
New York Fashion Week Nail Trend: Chrome Details
Chrome nails are hard to miss on their own, but if you want a subtler take on the trend, add some singular details – like line art or swirls – and you have a winning manicure on your hands. This iteration of the look has everything: from single-color chrome nails to gold-chrome lines, stars, and even crystal gems for a celestial vibe.
POPSUGAR Photography / Darrel Hunter
New York Fashion Week Nail Trend: Swirl Nails
Swirl nails are everywhere right now, and we love this take on the trend featuring detailed line art. The combination of the ’90s supermodel base between the lines on each finger create a negative-space illusion that’s chic yet attention-grabbing.
POPSUGAR Photography / Darrel Hunter
New York Fashion Week Nail Trend: Black Glam
Another trend still holding strong? Black-glam nails. From matte finishes to edgy black nail art, this look is for the lover of grunge. The short, single-color manicure seen here feels moody yet classic and is the perfect cross between a high-fashion moment and a casual serve.
POPSUGAR Photography / Darrel Hunter
New York Fashion Week Nail Trend: 3D Nail Art
3D nail art has been trending for the better part of the last year, so it’s no surprise to see the look all over New York Fashion Week. This version uses a combination of crystals and faux pearls to take a classic beige manicure to the next level.
POPSUGAR Photography / Darrel Hunter
New York Fashion Week Nail Trend: Cow-Print Nails
Whether it fits your taste for home decor or clothing, you can’t deny that cow-print nails are back. This Y2K-inspired pattern saw a major resurgence at NYFW and is the perfect way to subtly mix prints without being overwhelming.
POPSUGAR Photography / Darrel Hunter
New York Fashion Week Nail Trend: Glazed-Doughnut French Manicure
Hailey Bieber’s glazed-doughnut nails continue to take the world by storm, with different variations like chocolate- and strawberry-glazed nails being born from the original trend. One of the latest variations to hit NYFW? The glazed-doughnut french manicure seen here.
POPSUGAR Photography / Darrel Hunter
New York Fashion Week Nail Trend: Oil-Drip Marble Nails
Like watercolor paintings, it’s mesmerizing to see oil-drip artwork – and this trend sees the look on your nails. Using a metallic silver color, the pattern here is used in marble formation to create a manicure that looks like it belongs in the ’70s while simultaneously feeling extremely futuristic.