Gird your loins, we’re officially entering the plaid girl fall era. This preppy, nostalgic print is slowly taking over our wardrobes, from trousers to shirts, jackets, and dresses. The best part? This time around, it’s showing up as the number one nail trend of the fall equinox. From fashion week runways to becoming a street style staple and even our favourite celebrities’ wardrobes, it’s evident that this checkered print has now gone mini and manicure-ready. Beauty aficionados have quickly picked it up, with the plaid manicure exploding across social media. From bright colours to French tips, there are countless ways to incorporate tartan into your digits.
In sunny Singapore, where the sun-soaked days and high humidity are the norm, plaid nails might be the closest thing we get to fall foliage, so we may as well embrace them with open arms. Whether you opt for soft neutrals or playful colour combos with glossy finishes, there’s a version of the trend for everyone. Luckily, creating the look is surprisingly straightforward; all you need is an ultra-thin brush and a wide range of polish colours
Looking for ideas to jazz up your fall manicure? Check out Vogue Singapore’s curation of unique plaid nails to try now, below.
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Coquette core
Who knew plaid could be romantic? Go the coquette core route and make plaid dreamy by adding sparkly embellishments and ribbons.
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French Tipped
Give classic French tips a playful upgrade with tiny checkered pattern along the edges of your fingertips. Subtle, yet brimming with personality.
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Toasty affair
Go plaid or go home with these brown hued plaid nails. Fall is at its peak, and this toasty nail look perfectly captures the snug, cozy spirit of the season.
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Iridescent glory
The minimalists could never. When they say let your nails do the talking, this is what they’re talking about.
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Just like glass
There’s never a dull moment when cat eye polish is involved. Take it up a notch and add plaid to the mix for the best fall-ready manicure.
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Pink for the win
Who said plaid has to stick to reds and browns? Up the ante with these pink coloured checkered nails.
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Pare it back
Simple doesn’t have to mean boring. Spice up a classic nude manicure with some preppy tartan prints and let your digits do all the talking.
