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Top Nail Trends for 2022 by Kerry Andersen
There’s nothing quite like a manicure and fresh coat of polish to boost your mood and express your inner fashion diva without making a huge investment (or commitment) to a new look. Part pampering, part fashion – nail polish always fits and is easy to switch out to match your outfit or your current vibe. If you want to branch out from your usual polish shades and inject trendy fun to your look, the top nail trends for 2022 offer something for everyone:
Pop of Periwinkle Chosen as the Pantone color of the year, periwinkle is popping up everywhere! It is hands down the must try shade of 2022. Named for the lesser periwinkle plant which bears flowers of the same hue, it’s best described as a lavender blue. Periwinkle flatters all skin tones and is both sweet and versatile.
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Solar Shades After dreary cold months spent inside, bright nail colors are a sure-fire way to bring joy to your day while elevating your look. Sunshine filled solar inspired shades flooded the fashion runways: gold, amber, marigold, and bronze signal an end to subdued winter looks. Try fiery, fun shades of sunset red too. Think classic red nail but brighter and more fun!
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Sheer Neutrals Short, neat nails painted a glossy neutral shade are timeless. To elevate this classic look, ask for a soft brown shade like sand or khaki for an updated French manicure. The Milk Foam trend offers soft pink and brown shades that appear diluted with milk for a soft and sophisticated option. Envision lattes or lime sherbet on a lazy summer day. For a more interesting look, layer several milky shades on one hand. Try OPI Canyon Pink or Cactus What You Preach.
DIY Goes Luxe Do it yourself manicures surged in popularity during the pandemic. Press on nails continue to explode this season. The new and affordable strips are luxe, longlasting, and mimic shiny salon results without the costly visit. Or try an at-home gel manicure. Mini starter kits by Le Mini Macaron ($35) include tiny portable LED lamps that plug into any USB outlet and cure nail polish in 30 seconds flat for results that last up to two weeks without chips.
