Runway Report: Nail Trends for Spring 2012

Posted by Alexandra C. | Tuesday September 20, 2011

I don't need to go into how obsessed I am with nail art, do I? This New York Fashion Week wasn't just about the clothes: the hair, make up and nails play a huge part. Here are some of the top trends in nail art we saw on the NYFW runways for Spring/Summer 2012.

Talon Nails (top left)
Cushnie et Ochs showed these almond shaped nails in earthy colours. The profile isn't new: Rihanna and Lady Gaga are two celebs we've seen sporting the look.

Vibrant Red (right)
Jason Wu and O.P.I. collaborated to create this unique shade called, "MonSooner or Later". A mixture of coral, red and orange, this shade is sure to be noticed. The models went matchy matchy with lipstick for an extra punch of colour.
(image via www.fruitylashes.com)

Lucite Tips (bottom left)
One of the most buzzed about trends for spring 2012 is the lucite tip as seen on Joy Cioci courtesy of CND. The models have lace textured nails with clear plastic tips over top- is it crazy enough to work?

V-Shaped Half Moon Mani (top left)
Another take on the half moon mani is this look from Pamela Love and Essie. Instead of the expected curved moon shape they went with a deep V like a tuxedo for your nails- love it!

Checkered Nails (right)
Nicole Miller tried out some funky checkered nail art. This look is a bit younger, more fun than the others. We love the combination of deep blue and hot pink.
(image via alllaqueredup.com)

Reverse Mani (bottom left)
This street style photo is of a Fashion Week attendant. Her nails are a take on the half-moon manicure that was so popular in fall trends. The stark contrast of the fire engine red against her nude nails is so striking.

Which of these nail looks would you be tempted to recreate?

(Unless noted otherwise, all images via refinery29.com)

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9 Comments

	on September 19, 2017 Hamza said: love your information
	on September 27, 2011 Steffikah 9,295 said: I'd wear the lucite tips, or the Deep V reverse mani. Love them!
	on September 20, 2011 Aliza 14,011 said: Definitely love the tuxedo look!
	on September 20, 2011 mamaluv STAFF said: It's true - Burt's Bees should hire me as their official spokesperson for all the people I've gotten to try their Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream. Read these reviews if you need extra proof :) http://www.chickadvisor.com/item/burts-bees-lemon-butter-cuticle-creme/
	on September 20, 2011 takoda 28,648 said: shiorim have you tried Burts Bee's Lemon Butter Cuticle Crème on your nail's? mamaluv told me about it and its done wonders for my nail's. They use to be just like yours and now they are long and strong. If you haven't give it a try you won't be disappointed, I sure wasn't!
	on September 20, 2011 mamaluv STAFF said: I love the tuxedo nails!
	on September 20, 2011 shiorim 982 said: I dig the lucite nails. That with sparkles on the tips would look really unique. Though I keep my nails short since I chip mine like no tomorrow.
	on September 20, 2011 curlysue10 7,326 said: I agree with takoda, some of these looks are just weird but I do like the V-Shaped Half Moon Mani
	on September 20, 2011 takoda 28,648 said: I don't really care for the clear tips, the talon look, or red half moon look. The red half moon looks to me like her nails grow longer and her old polish stayed nice on the tips. None of these are for me, but I like the checker board one. I wouldn't do it on my nail's, but it would be cute for younger woman.