Whether you consider yourself a girly girl or not, it’s hard to ignore the fact that ballerinas are having a moment right now. The resurgence may have begun in fashion, but it has quickly spilled over into beauty. From ribbon hair accessories to pink makeup trends such as baby doll blush, there’s no denying the balletcore trend. On the manicure front, bow nails are one of the top trends sweeping the internet. Characterized by tiny bow decor and delicate colors, the look is one to covet this season.
If dainty and delicate don’t exactly describe your taste in manicures, you’re in luck. This trend is versatile and can adapt to many different preferences. For an edgier look, you can try a deeper color palette. It even plays well with other trends like textured nails—simply opt for 3D bows instead of hand-painted ones. Below, the best bow nail looks to inspire your next manicure.
Lilac bows
Blending nail art with popular manicure colors is the mark of any good nail trend. Lilac is a perfect example of how to make the bow nail trend feel seasonal and fresh. The soft hue has just enough color to pop against bare nails and is the perfect accessory for a floral nail art look.
Hearts and bows
Hearts and bows are a match made in heaven, but they don’t always have to be simple. In this manicure they bring maximalism to life with bright colors and intricate 3D art. While the look isn’t for the timid, it is a fun way to change up your manicure routine.
Glitter bows
For the ultimate feminine manicure, try topping your plink glitter nails with a sparkly 3D bow. Together they deliver an adorable look that’s one of a kind. However, if you want to up the ante, throw in a few other 3D elements. This set includes rosebuds, hearts and even a cute teddy bear.
Metalic bow designs
Metallic elements have a way of making even the prettiest nails feel edgy. If you prefer shorter nails, give this manicure a try. It features a natural length and nail shape and a pinky-nude base topped with delicate metallic bows.
Daring and dark
The beauty of this nail trend is that it works year-round. When the temperatures drop, it’s time to swap out your pinks and nudes for a deeper color palette. This bow nail look embraces the shift with a jammy burgundy base and crisp white bow.
French manicure
While it’s true that there’s no shortage of ways to wear a French manicure, it can be exhausting trying to find a fun new way to sport it. Enter this set with hand-painted bows. Placed at the tip of the nail, the bows add a decorative touch. It even looks great on short nails in case extensions aren’t your thing.
