Are we witnessing the end of the reign of long nails? Abandoned by girls in the wind, they are replaced by a new ultra chic fashion.
The death knell of the XXL claws rang. Long worn by all the cool girls of the planet (Cuckoo Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, Jennifer Lopez and the others), they seem more and more neglected in favor of a completely different style. And for good reason: more suited to an active lifestyle, this novelty seduces not only by its practicality but also by its appearance. But also, and above all, it requires less maintenance than long nails, for which “We have to pay even more attention and the beauty must be perfect all the time“, Acknowledges Julia Melkonova, co-founder of the Ginger 9 show in Paris.
Already adopted by stars such as Leïla Bekhti or Selena Gomez, short nails are becoming more and more democrating. A phenomenon that the professional also observes in her living room where a growing number of customers requires a minimalist formatting. A more comfortable length, which easily lends itself to every daily tasks. According to the expert, the return of this fashion takes root in the French capital: “For me, it’s very Parisian. The Parisian is very busy, she is still in action and does a thousand things at the same time. But it always remains very elegant and feminine, there is this natural and neat side.“”
Beyond practicality, short nails have real versatility. Yes, as much as a long manicure. You can put a plain varnish, a transparent, nail art or even a French in mini version that will then be called Baby French. Yes, almost all designs adapt over a lower length. All? Have prepared and filed your nails before. “”For me, it is the natural elegance of the hands. And when they are treated, you can put everything. And immediately, it’s chic“says the specialist.
Better still, a short format is better for nail health: it does not weaken them, and does not break them. “”This allows them to remain strong and healthy“, Continues Julia Melkonova. Thus, she particularly advises to adopt this habit in winter and in spring, two periods when the extremities are particularly weakened by vitamin deficiencies, but also when the nails become soft and brittle. The winter season will therefore be minimalist and elegant, even at the end of her fingers.
