Spring is the perfect time to show off cute and colourful nails. For 2023, it’s all about pairing a classic nail shape with soft and harmonious colours—think ombre hues, pretty pastels, and creamy neutrals. However, if you prefer bolder styles, look to chic glazes, punchy colours, and sparkly accents to make a statement. Check out our top 10 nail trends and manicure ideas for some inspiration.
1.Spring Trend: Yellow Nails
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Spring 2023 Nail Trend: Yellow Nails | Hayley Bieber x Zola Ganzorigt / IG: @nailsbyzola
If it’s cloudy where you are, painting your nails with bright yellow polish is one way to lift your mood. Soft pastel hues convey a sense of playfulness, while punchy shades like canary yellow add a bit of edgy to your look.
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2. Spring Trend: Blushing Nails
Blush nails have evolved into “blushing nails’ for 2023. So what’s the difference? Well, blushing nails create an ombre effect by simulating a rosy bloom of colour in the centre of the nail. It’s all about softness and subtlety. Easily recreate the look at home using Gelcare’s Blooming Gel. When uncured, Blooming Gel allows any drop of colour added on top to spread out—in other words, bloom!
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3. Spring Trend: 3D Nail Art
Spring 2023 Nail Trend: 3d Nail Art | Betina Goldstein / IG: @betina_goldstein
Minimal 3D nail art is set to light up spring, from Betina Goldstein’s dreamy space-like orbs to Japanese-inspired water droplets. For this look, less is more as a general rule. Nails should look bare or have a glass-like shine. Embellish no more than two or three nails for an effortlessly otherworldly manicure.
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4. Spring Trend: Vanilla Nails
This season, vanilla nails are a must-try manicure. The creamy neutral shade complements any outfit in your closet. Want to elevate this simple manicure? Just add chrome.
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5. Spring Trend: Hot Pink Nails
Vibrant hot pink pared back with a matte finish is the cool-girl way to wear pink this season. Overall, you can achieve this effect with any bold colour of choice. For a subtle contrast, why not add glossy micro French tips?
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6. Spring Trend: Mint Nails
We all know pastels are a mainstay of spring, but there’s special about mint. It’s cute and fresh and looks especially good on short nails.
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7. Spring Trend: Colourful Frenchies
Want to spice up your manicure this season with a pop of colour? Opt for a twist on a classic with these colourful French tip nail designs.
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It’s easy to take this look from understated to bold—just double up on colour for your base and tips. As Karolina Pro Beauty demonstrates, complementary colours will give you a chic and vibrant finish.
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8. Spring Trend: Grey Nails
Given cool-toned makeup is still very popular this season, it was a matter of time before cool-toned colours like grey would have their moment. A cool mid-grey is a neutral colour that flatters all skin tones.
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9. Spring Trend: Minimal Nail Art
This season, we are embracing a more minimalistic approach to nail art designs. While dainty flowers are a popular choice for spring, you can also experiment with delicate hearts, animals, or calligraphy in any colour combination. Remember, keeping it simple is the way to go.
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10. Spring Trend: Glitter Nails
Say goodbye to the days of glitter polishes that are thin and patchy. Now, you can find nail polishes that provide a smooth application, a shiny finish, and an abundance of sparkles that match what you see in the bottle. Check out some of our top picks below.
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