"In 2025, minimalistic manicures reigned supreme. Celebs hit red carpets flashing barely-there micro-French tips, Instagram feeds were flooded with skin-matching " soap nails," and Hailey Bieber proved once again that glazed donut manis weren't going anywhere. This year, however, people are kissing the clean girl rule book goodbye and bringing on the chaos. According to the 2026 Pinterest Predicts trends report, " glitchy glam" will be one of beauty's reigning aesthetics."
"Think messy, whimsical, and experimental - from abstract eye makeup and asymmetrical lines to daring lip combos. One of the "glitchiest" maximalist trends expected to hit this year is the mismatched mani. Inspired by childhood sleepover nail painting, crackle top coats at summer camp, and the press-on section at Claire's, this power-clashing movement is all about fun, play, and whimsy."
Minimalistic manicures dominated 2025 with micro-French tips, skin-matching soap nails, and glazed donut finishes. The beauty scene pivots toward a "glitchy glam" maximalist aesthetic characterized by messy, whimsical, and experimental elements across makeup and nails. Mismatched manicures emerge as a core trend, pairing different colors, clashing patterns, and asymmetry to evoke childhood play and deliberate imperfection. Inspirations include sleepover nail painting, crackle top coats, and press-on novelty styles. The movement emphasizes fun, eccentricity, and playful self-expression through intentional imperfection.
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