When it comes to springtime, nothing will ever replace the renascent beauty of flowers in bloom. From prints to embellishments, there are countless ways to incorporate florals into our clothing, accessories and of course, nails.
Daisies, beloved for their dainty and feminine appearance, are popular motifs especially in manicures with the use of a dotting tool; the timeless elegance of roses and their connotations of romance making them a crowd favourite. As the years go by though, some might find that this usual floral affair of springtime manicures, while beautiful, has grown a tad repetitive.
Luckily for us, manicurists are always coming up with fresh and creative ways to elevate their craft, bringing imaginative new textures, styles and forms to our fingertips. From adding a neat, simple frame to your manicure, replicating the flowery landscapes of our favourite paintings, to drawing inspiration from the intricate details from grandma’s finest porcelain, the possibilities are endless. A little out of the box thinking is really all it takes to breathe new life into our approach to floral nails, combining the classic charm of flora with more innovative manicure styles.
Looking for ideas to jazz up your springtime manicure? Check out Vogue Singapore’s curation of unique floral nails to try, below.
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Put it in a frame
From gold trimmed borders to scalloped edges, frames are an easy way to add some flair to your floral manicure and change up the vibe, whether you’re after a classy or cutesy look.
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Monet, Monet, Monet
While you’re adorning your nails with florals, why not take reference from some of history’s greatest landscape painters? One style gaining momentum among nail techs is that of French impressionist painter Claude Monet, who was a master of capturing the ephemeral beauty of nature.
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Sculpted flowers
If you’re not a fan of complex, colourful designs, adding simple sculpted forms such as transparent flower petals can easily transform an otherwise ordinary manicure.
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Add some sparkle
A little shimmer always catches the eye. Try spicing up your floral manicure by using shimmers or even cat eye polish over the usual solid colours for a bold, striking look.
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Stained glass windows
There’s something rustic and romantic about the look of stained glass panels that carries a dreamy fairytale charm. Combine that with the eternal appeal of red roses, and you’ve got yourself a manicure straight out of a romantasy novel.
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Birds and bees
No flower garden is complete with a little fauna. From dainty hummingbirds to busy bees, the addition of these tiny critters can enliven and bring some variety to the overall look of your manicure.
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Get kitsch-ed
For those who like their manicures a little quirky, there are countless kitschy styles to experiment with. Here, this nail artist layers miniature flowers inside larger, simplified flower-shaped frames.
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Fine china
Timeless and classic, the look of florals on porcelain never gets old. Whether you achieve the look with a hand-painted design or printed decals, the gleam of fine china is sure to add an air of elegance to your fingertips.
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A wildflower in a field of roses
Tired of the typical daisies and roses that usually feature on floral manicures? The untamed beauty of wildflowers—which vary in colour as much as they do in form—for a more unconventional look.
