Manicure trends focus on finger elongation and polka dot designs

Current manicure trends focus on both visual illusions for hand shape and expressive patterns. For individuals with shorter fingers, almond-shaped nails are recommended to create the illusion of length by directing the eye toward the tip. Oval shapes are also suggested as a way to soften the silhouette of the fingers without requiring significant length.

Polka dot nails, or ‘polka dot nails’, remain a persistent trend with high versatility. Recent variations inspired by Dua Lipa and manicurist Mei Kawajiri include using a translucent, milky base paired with large metallic dots that resemble studs. Another variation features large black dots distributed randomly over a clear base, offering a more experimental take on the classic pattern.