The 90s Are Back! Popular Nail Trends and How to Recreate Them

The 90s Are Back! Popular Nail Trends and How to Recreate Them

The 90s nail designs are back, and they're more popular than ever! If you want to recreate the look of this iconic decade, we've got the perfect nail designs for you. This blog post will show you how to recreate some of the most popular nail designs from the 90s. 

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The 90s nail designs are back, and they're more popular than ever! If you want to recreate the look of this iconic decade, we've got the perfect nail designs for you. This blog post will show you how to recreate some of the most popular nail designs from the 90s. We'll also give you tips on choosing the right nail polish colors and making sure your nails look their best. So whether you're looking for a funky geometric design or a sweet and girly floral pattern, we've got you covered! Let's get started!

The funky half-moon manicure:

One of the most popular 90s nail designs was the half-moon manicure. To recreate this look, start with a base coat of your favorite color. Once that's dry, apply a second coat of polish to the bottom half of your nails. Use a contrasting color for this second coat so that it really pops against the first color. Once the second coat is dry, use a striping brush or a toothpick to create a curved line across the center of your nails. Fill in the rest of the space with whatever design you like! You can keep it simple with dots or go all out with stripes or other patterns. Finish off with a topcoat, and you're all set! If you are in a hurry, you can use a single dark shade of nail paint to get the half-moon manicure design. Leave about a quarter of an inch of the bottom of your nails and color the rest of them. This will recreate this simple yet iconic 90s nail design in no time.

The French manicure:

Another 90s classic is the French manicure. This look is timeless and chic, and it's really easy to recreate at home. Start with a base coat of white polish or a light pink shade. Once that's dried, apply a second coat of polish to the tips of your nails. Use a striping brush or a toothpick to create a curved line across the tips of your nails. Finish off with a topcoat, and you're all set!

Extended Claws:

In the 90s, everything was set to blow with colors, style, and size. The same trend continued in nail art. The women of the 90s loved to experiment with their nails, and one of the most popular trends was extended claws. This look is definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you're feeling bold, it's a great way to make a statement! To recreate this look, start by trimming your nails into a long, oval shape. Next, use a nail file to create a sharp point at the end of each nail. Once you've got the shape you want, it's time to add some length! You can use false nails or acrylics to achieve this look. Just glue them on and file them into the shape you want. Finish off with your favorite polish and you're all set!

Fire Engine Red-The Drink Coca-Cola (by ManiMe):

Red was the most popular color in the 90s. Every supermodel and every girl in style was seen wearing this shade. Now considered too bold, this shade had its own specific formula that was used to make it look good. If you want to recreate this iconic 90s shade, we suggest using ManiMe's Drink Coca-Cola. This deep, rich shade is the perfect way to get that 90s look. Just paint it on, and you're all set!

Everything Tie-Dye Even The Nails:

If you really want to make a statement with your nails, tie-dye is the way to go! This 90s trend is making a comeback with a bang. This design is perfect for summertime. It's bright, colorful, and fun! If you want to dress it up or down, you can always add a little bit of glitter to your nails. Glitter tie-dye nails are perfect for a night out on the town!

What You Need:

  •   A base coat
  •   White polish
  •   Any three colors of your choice
  •   A top coat
  •   A small makeup sponge or cotton swab.

How To Do It:

Apply a base coat to protect your nails and help the polish last longer. Next, paint your nails white. Once the white polish is dry, use the makeup sponge or cotton swab to apply the three colors of polish in a triangle shape on each nail.

Use a different color for each nail. Once you have applied the colors, take a toothpick or dotting tool and swirl the colors together. Seal in your design with a top coat, and you're done!

The 90s Animal Print Nail Designs:

Animal prints were also trendy back in the 90s, especially Zebra stripes and Leopard dots. You can recreate this look with just a few colors. Animal prints can be paired with any type of clothing, from denim to fancy dresses.

Zebra Stripes - What You Need:

  •   A base coat
  •   Black polish
  •   White polish
  •   Topcoat

How To Do It:

Start with a base coat to protect your nails. Once that is dry, apply two coats of black polish. Let the polish dry completely. Once it is dry, create white stripes on your nails. You can draw stripes on the upper quarter of your nails or cover them whole. You can also draw black on white as well.

Leopard Dots - What You Need:

How To Do It:

Start with a base coat and then apply two coats of brown polish. Let that dry completely. Once it is dry, use a toothpick or dotting tool to create black dots on your nails. You can do this in any design you want. Seal it with a top coat once you are happy with your design.

Closing Thoughts:

These 90s trends are making a comeback, and we could not be more excited! These nails are fun, bold, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you want to go all out with extended claws or keep it simple with animal print, we hope this post inspired you to try something new! The 90s were bold and colorful, and so are these nails! What are you waiting for? Go out and try them today!

Don't forget to share your photos with us on Instagram using the hashtag #NailArtByManiMe. We can't wait to see your 90s-inspired designs!