With 2024 on the horizon, the world of manicure is gearing up for a year of creativity and daring.
According to expert forecasts, this new year will bring a palette of innovative and sophisticated trends, blending art and fashion.
Let’s discover the 10 key trends that will shape the world of nail art this year.
French skinny
The classic French manicure is reinvented in 2024 in a more delicate and natural version, with very fine lines on the edge, known as French skinny or Micro French. To achieve this manicure, you’ll need a fine brush nail art brushto draw precise, delicate lines.
This sleek, minimalist trend, ideal for both short and long nails, invites elegance by playing with every conceivable tone. Use a varied varied color palette and high-quality high-quality varnishes to achieve the best effect.
Its great adaptability is one of its major assets. Whether your nails are short or long, this technique is ideal. Short nails with rounded square shapes, as well as the specific BleuCocotte rounded square shape, are particularly enhanced by this manicure. However, long nails are not outdone and can just as easily sport this refined style. In this case, opt for American capsules to lengthen natural nails.
Metallic
Metallic nail polishes, which dominated in 2023, continue their ascent in 2024. This trend is suitable for all nail lengths and is characterized by the application of a dark tone covered with a layer of special powder for a striking metallic effect. This year’s emerging shades are brown, black and red. red.
To achieve this, start by applying a base coat of dark varnish . Then use a foam brush to gently apply the metallic powder to the nail. This powder, available in a variety of metallic finishes, transforms the nail into a veritable shining jewel.
If you opt for a more direct method, choose a metallic varnish ready to use. This approach is ideal for those looking for a quick and effective solution to achieve a metallic look.
Peach Fuzz
Pantone’s color of the year is Peach Fuzz, a soft, velvety peach shade perfect for nails. Whether for a total look or subtle touches, Peach Fuzz nails, available in different finishes and shades, will reign supreme. What’s more, this color looks great with a pearlescent pearlescent topcoat or a light coat of chrome to add substance.
For this application, start by using a varnish base base coat. Then carefully apply the color varnish Peach Fuzz. To apply a pearlescent or chrome finish, you’ll need a special varnish or chrome powder. chrome powder applied with a soft applicator, such as a brush or graining sponge. After applying Peach Fuzz varnish, allow to dry slightly before applying the top coat. finish of your choice.
For those eager to adopt this trend, the Peach Fuzz palette offers a multitude of possibilities. Whether you prefer long, elegant nails, in ballerina or stiletto styles, or opt for a more subtle approach with touches of ombré, French manicure, or even babyboomer, it’s the Peach Fuzz shade that will come to the fore.
The tweed effect
Tweed nails, inspired by the iconic wool fabric, promise to be one of the big trends of 2024. This manicure, reminiscent of Chanel’s famous tweed jackets, looks particularly elegant on short nails. For a chic look, you have a choice of colors, but classic shades like black black gray and white remain favorites for a chic, sophisticated look.
Tweed nails require a certain amount of skill. For those who feel confident, it’s possible to try the adventure at home. However, to guarantee a professional result, a visit to a nail technician is recommended.
To create tweed nails, start by applying a base coat to protect the nail. Then apply a coat of base color varnish ( black , gray or white ). Select several varnishes in complementary to create the tweed effect. Use fine fine nail art brushes to draw the tweed patterns. A dotting tool can be useful for creating small dots or fine details. Finally, apply a top coat to add shine and prolong the life of your manicure.
Chrome details
The chrome manicure, both minimalist and resolutely modern, is back with a vengeance this year, bringing a unique shine to your hands. Once exclusive to trade shows, this technique is now available to everyone.
The process is quite simple: start by applying your gel varnish which hardens under a UV lamp. Then apply a mirror-effect powder over the varnish for that coveted metallic shine. For easy application, use a sponge. In addition to these specific tools, keep the usual accessories for a classic manicure at hand, such as nail filesfiles polisher polisher manicure sticks to push back cuticles, and a top coat.
Chipped nails
The tortoiseshell nail trend, also known internationally as “Tortoiseshell Nails”, is gaining popularity on social networks. This bold and unique style of nail art imitates the motifs of reptiles such as turtles, snakes and crocodiles.
To create this effect, warm colors such as brown , l’ orange caramel caramel and sometimes golden for a touch of elegance, as well as black and green for added depth. One of the major advantages of this technique is its simplicity: no need for false nails or advanced nail art skills. The flake effect is relatively easy to achieve with a minimum of tools.
Variations on this trend include the “tortoise” effect. tortoise “effect is particularly popular. It reproduces the look of a turtle shell and can be adapted in a variety of ways: incorporating bright colors for a striking contrast, as a French manicure, applied to a single hand or even half of each nail.
Tie and dye nails
Inspired by a traditional method of fabric dyeing, in which sections of fabric are knotted (“tied”) and dipped in dye (“dyed”), this technique creates beautifully varied patterns. Tie and dye, popular in fashion in 2020, is now making its way onto our nails.
Creating a tie-and-dye effect on your nails is relatively easy, even at home, if a visit to the nail technician isn’t possible. Here’s how it works:
- Start by applying a protective base coat to your nails.
- Apply a coat of white, matte or nude nail polish as a backdrop for your tie-and-dye designs.
- Choose contrasting pastel colors for a vibrant effect, or opt for similar shades for a softer, shaded look.
- Place a few drops of each varnish chosen at random on a palette or special nail art plate.
- Use a round nail brush to lightly blend the colors. They’ll start to come together to create the tie-and-dye effect.
- Gently soak the brush in this color mixture, then apply it to your base to create the desired effect. For a more abstract design, focus on the top half of the nail. Finish with a coat of top coat for a perfect finish.
The “teen gems” manicure
Perfect for those who dream of recapturing the magic of summer sunsets, the “teen gems” trend evokes nostalgia for the teenage years. Inspired by the glittering world of gems, this manicure focuses on shimmering effects, bringing a playful note to your nails. With its geometric patterns, vibrant neon hues and delicate rhinestone inlays, this trend reflects the creativity and carefree spirit of youth. In 2024, let yourself be tempted by this bold, dreamy manicure!
Geometric patterns can be created using thin adhesive strips. or stencils specifically for nail art, for precise, clean designs. Vibrant shades of neoncan be obtained using quality varnish, offering intense, long-lasting color. A UV or LED lamps are recommended to fix these varnishes perfectly, especially if they are gel-based. For glittering finishes, inlays of tiny rhinestones are ideal. Use a rhinestone brush to place these little jewels precisely on your nails. A drop of Nail glue or a thick top coat will help secure these decorative elements.
— Source de l’article: ONGLES TENDANCES 2024 : TOP 8 MANUCURES À ADOPTER —
