8 Minimalist Matte Nails To Try Now
While you can't go wrong with pretty nudes or bright reds, this ultra-modern matte effect is guaranteed to elevate your look. Here are our favourite variations of it.
By SHARON SALIM,
In this age of social media where phone cameras have almost become an appendage, Instagram-ready nails are sweeping through fashion circles. Case in point: The on-trend minimalist #mattenails currently flooding our feed. Here, we round up some of the coolest.
#1: Classic French
Who says you can't improve on a classic? Especially with this sleek combination of dark grey and an eye-popping metallic. Pair them minimalist, pared down work outfits.
#2: Centred line
Nothing says summer quite like sipping on a margarita in chic beachwear. Complete the look with a neatly manicured nail in sea-blue tone, with a nautical-inspired line drawn at the centre.
#3: Water droplets
What happens when you combine three trending nail looks - minimalist, nude, and wet.
#4: Full moon
If you're a fan of YouTube beauty guru Michelle Phan's curated moodboard of dreamy Instagram snaps (@michellephan), you'll love this. The moon-like cosmic circles paired with a soft lavender creates the perfect statement nail.
#5: Abstract
Like miniature Kandinsky artworks, this sophisticated design adds a touch of cool to otherwise plain monochrome outfits.
#6: Negative space
If you're feeling lazy, this look allows you to get away with not painting your whole nail. Eye-catching and graphic, stack on a bunch of minimalist rings for a more polished look.
#7: Halo effect
We can't get enough of the halo shape. Minimalist + artsy + bold = on-trend perfection.
#8: Glossy accent
A refreshing take on using a single colour: a glossy base (in the same hue) for instant glam.
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Main Image: Madeline Poole & Paintbox Instagram