TRENDS
glittery plastic sandals from the late ‘90s and early 2000s? Those chunky, see-through soles that made every summer feel like a fashion show on the playground? Jelly nails are clearly cut from the same cloth (or rather, plastic). They’re a throwback to a time when fashion was carefree, bold, and slightly whimsical. The jelly aesthetic is about capturing the spirit of childhood joy—and bringing it into adulthood with a sophisticated, glossy twist. But what’s especially fascinating is how this trend fits into a larger movement toward “playful beauty”—a genre that favors color, texture, and fun over minimalism or stark perfection. Jelly nails aren’t about subtlety. They’re about expression. They’re about reclaiming a sense of lightness in our beauty rituals. At a time
Sometimes, beauty should feel like candy: vibrant, sweet, and totally irresistible.
when many people are embracing dopamine dressing, vibrant nails are just another way of injecting happiness into the everyday. Whether you’re a die-hard nail art enthusiast or a beauty minimalist looking to try something new, jelly nails offer a fresh and wearable take on bold color. They work well short or long, almond or square- tipped, layered with glitter or left clean and glossy. And with summer fast approaching, there’s no better time to try a trend that captures the joy of sunshine, slushies, and nostalgic style in every swipe. One thing’s for sure—Korean jelly nails are here to stay, turning fingertips into miniature works of art and reminding us that sometimes, beauty should feel like candy: vibrant, sweet, and totally irresistible. EC
Source: vogue.com
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