We’re in the midst of the winter-to-spring transition, and my feeds are dominated by nail trends all over the map. It seems March may be a bit of a free-for-all when it comes to seasonal manicures: some of us are holding tight to dark, moody looks like mulled-wine reds and espresso browns, while others are already leaning into pastel manicures or dainty floral nail art.
With so many options, my nails are due for a full palette cleanse, and there’s no better way to reset than with a subtle yet statement-making nude manicure. Whether clear, milky, sheer beige or creamy brown, a neutral manicure doesn’t have to be boring—we have the proof. Ahead, 13 nude nail ideas for a sleek spring reset.
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@betina_goldstein
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Glass Slipper
Goldstein is also the artist behind the stunning “glass slipper” manicure that she created using clear press on-nails and a “mix of magnetic gels.”
@betina_goldstein
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@matejanova
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Invisible French
Every nail minimalist’s dream, the invisible French manicure uses a neutral base and thin white lines to create negative space. Alexandra Teleki‘s modern take on the classic style is especially eye-catching.
@thehotblend
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Cashew Milk
UK nail artist Alyx Lippiatt created this ultra-creamy, ultra-shiny neutral manicure using Gelcare’s Cashew Milk, a milky beige with a touch of peach that echoes the nutty tones of its namesake.
@alyxlippiatt
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Subtle Shimmer
The snow may be (just) starting to melt, but we always love a little icy manicure. Here, Lippiatt adds some celestial shimmer to short squoval nails.
@alyxlippiatt
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Squeaky Clean
It doesn’t get any more soapy than a glossy true-nude polish on short square nails.
@alyxlippiatt
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@iramshelton
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Coffee Crush
A mismatched manicure will never be boring. Using Halo Taco’s Barista Bundle, nail artist @lolo.nailedit creates a delicious ombré manicure of neutrals, ranging from espresso brown to an oaty taupe served with some serious sparkle.
@lolo.nailedit
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Active Blur
Love a velvety matte finish? Look no further than Manucurist’s new Active Blur. It’s a one-step, powder-pink polish that is a stunning manicure in its own right, but, bonus, it smooths and strengthens your nails, too.
@matejanova
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Almond Ice Cream
You can’t convince me OPI’s Put It In Neutral doesn’t look good on shapes and lengths of every kind. Exhibit two: this simple almond-shaped mani is perfection.
@alyxlippiatt
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Speckled Swirl
Nail art on nude nails never goes out of style. Using white swirls and gold specks on a neutral nail base is both fun and elegant.
@lolo.nailedit
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Ivory Silk
Decidedly ivory compared to the sheer pinks and beiges we typically see in nude manicures, this creamy, opaque look feels especially fitting for late winter and early spring.
@betina_goldstein
