
Dua Lipa has opened our eyes to a world of nail art in 2020 by brightening our Instagram feeds with her neon plaid nails, rainbow-hued flame nails or in some cases lilac checkered nails. Whether you’re a one shade manicure kind of girl or prefer more detailed artwork, here are the top Instagram accounts that I’ve selected to give you nailspiration before giving yourself a manicure. Just be warned girls that when scrolling through these Instagram accounts, you may have the sudden urge to run and grab a nail varnish, not like I did or anything…
1. @thehangedit, 115k Followers
What to expect…
Stars, flowers, hearts, and even the evil eye are featured in @thehangedit‘s colourful nail art. Offering an eclectic range of designs displaying minimalistic nail art to bold and busy prints, this nail art covers all grounds. Go and have a stalk for some summer nail inspiration and if you like what you see you can buy a print custom made for your nails.
2. @mpnails, 133k Followers
What to expect…
Minimalist stripes, vivid patterns and of course retro floral designs taking us back to the flower power, follow this New York based nail artist for vintage inspiration. Fulfil your summer nail game by investing in one of @mpnails prints…
3. @paintboxnails, 260k Followers
What to expect…
Are you bored of painting your nails a standard nail colour? Why not add a little extra sparkle to your nails by following @paintboxnails to fulfil your pretty nail art dreams. Not only does this account offer a range of glittery nail designs but also an array of colours, shaped patterns and best of all their own nail varnish range.
4. @aliciatnails, 71.5k Followers
What to expect…
From animal printed tips to glitter moons to ombrΓ© effect nail designs, @aliciatnails Instagram page emits a mix of cute nail designs for you to try. The New York based Editorial Nail Artist effortlessly puts a modern twist on classic designs.
5. @nataliepavloskinails, 46k Followers
Strip back to your natural nails and add a few strawberries for a pop of fun to your nail art. Featuring lemons, cherries and even doughnuts, be inspired by @nataliepavloskinails and her minimalist food nail art creations.
6. @jessicawashick, 103k Followers
“Art is the only way to run away without leaving home”, the perfect quote to describe the beautiful art work displayed across these nails. Enlighten your nails with the modern art like patterns that @jessicawashick allows us all to be inspired by.
7. @heynicenails, 114k Followers
Rocket up to the galaxy with these psychedelic space themed nails. Created by two sisters, @heynicenails offers a range of quirky nail art from spider webbed patterns to sprinkled ice cream patterns to even patterns of penises… different, I know.
8. @shoreditchnails, 19.1k Followers
Multicoloured nails have remained on trend this season offering a spin on a traditional single coloured manicure. Fancy adding a little extra fun to multicoloured nails? Add a few yellow smileys just like @shoreditchnails to show off your playful hand.
Images: Courtesy of Instagram
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