I Know Expensive-Looking Nails—These Soft Manicures Ooze Elegance

As a beauty editor with a love for all things nails, I make it my business to stay up to date on all the biggest nail trends. Of-the-moment trends, like the current vinyl nails, are always popping up on all the best nail artists’ Instagram feeds, while more classic looks, like French tips, prove an ever-popular choice.

But, it’s time for me to be honest: if you were to take a quick scroll through my own personal nail inspo board, you’d be confronted with much less variety. By comparison, you’d find that the majority of my favourite manicures are minimalist looks, featuring easy-to-wear shades that don’t feel intense or overpowering. I also rarely save a nail look that’s not finished with a glossy topcoat, such is my adoration for a glass-nail finish. Finally, I like my manicures to look expensive, and so you’ll find a series of timeless designs that radiate understated elegance.