Back-to-school is the perfect time to revisit your beauty routine and give your nails a fresh look. Manicure trends are all about bold details and metallic touches, while retaining a natural elegance.
This autumn’s manicure trends are a clever blend of creativity and elegance. From yellow French manicures to chrome effects, cherry patterns and bright colour gradients, there’s plenty of inspiration for your nails. Whether you prefer the simplicity of nude or the boldness of patterns and metallic finishes, these trends will help you approach the new season with style and originality.
The French manicure revisited: yellow in the spotlight
Far from the traditional white French manicure, this autumn brings a touch of pep with a yellow French manicure. This modernised version of the French manicure brings a real dose of freshness and light to your hands. Far from going unnoticed, yellow nail varnish is a real eye-catcher, thanks to its vibrant hue that highlights the tips of your nails.
Paired with a nude nail polish, this combination creates a harmonious effect between discretion and radiance. The nude acts as a soft, elegant base that carefully prepares your nails, giving them a natural, refined look. This minimalist look is perfect for those looking for a manicure that’s easy to wear, but still in tune with the times.
A touch of shiny chrome: the metallic effect that’s causing a stir
This season, it’s impossible to ignore the chrome effect, the real star of the autumn season. For an impeccable metallic finish, the chrome effect is applied subtly and precisely. The technique involves applying shimmering pigments to a top coat that is still warm, creating a spectacular mirror effect on the nails. This metallic shine can be used to enhance a neutral base or to complete a colour gradient, adding a futuristic touch to any manicure.
As well as being brilliant, chrome is extremely versatile. It can be applied all over the nail or in small touches for more delicate effects. On a yellow French manicure, for example, a thin strip of chrome can be added to the tip of the nail to accentuate its originality while remaining elegant. In short, the chrome effect is the perfect detail for those who want to add a touch of sophistication to their back-to-school manicure.
Cherry motifs for a touch of fantasy
If you want to add a playful, fruity touch to your manicure, don’t miss out on cherry patterns. These little designs, created with liners and semi-permanent nail varnishes such as ‘Paint rouge’ and ‘Paint vert’ by L’Onglerie, add a sweet, whimsical touch to your look. Cherry designs are generally applied to one or both nails, for a discreet yet original effect.
Combined with a metallic base or a yellow French manicure, these small coloured cherries stand out delicately, while adding freshness and a casual spirit to your manicure. They’re the perfect detail for those who want a bit of fun without overdoing it.
A colour gradient: pink, yellow and orange for an energetic back-to-school season
If you like bright colours, opt for a pink, yellow and orange gradient, shades that capture all the energy of the new season. This vibrant look is ideal for celebrating the transition from summer to autumn, while adding a touch of warmth to your hands.
The gradient can be applied with a sponge for a soft, blurred effect, or with an airbrush for a smoother, more even result. To add an even more fashionable touch, you can finish off this manicure with a chrome effect on the surface, which will bring a unique metallic shine to these already luminous colours.
Natural simplicity: nude remains timeless
If you prefer to keep things simple, nude nail varnish is always an excellent choice. This shade prepares the nails with elegance and discretion. Nude remains timeless and is the perfect base for all the back-to-school trends, whether you choose to add coloured French, fruity patterns or touches of chrome.
This nail polish applies smoothly and gives your nails a neat, natural look, while remaining ultra chic. It’s the ideal manicure for those who love subtlety, while still having perfectly polished nails for the start of the new school year.
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