Hot summer days call for cool summer manicures—and this year, aquamarine nails are all the rage. First revealed by celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik, who has worked with Jennifer Lopez and Selena Gomez, this “Aquamarine Angel Manicure” layers chrome glitter in a beautiful teal hue for a gorgeous shine.
Inspired by the dazzling blue-green hues of the seaside and the classic gemstone aquamarine, this nail polish trend feels as glamorous and fresh as a day by the pool. Even better: This aquatic hue contrasts with skin and highlights bronzed complexions. No wonder aquamarine nail polish has become the pastel nail trend everyone is dreaming of.
Aquamarine Nail Polish Trend
This look also has a delightfully retro vibe, with the minty blue hue reminiscent of the Y2K aesthetic of the early 2000s. Think of those endless ocean shots in the cult film The Big Blue, or the mermaid colorways worn by 21st century hip girls like Paris Hilton.
In fact, a hue called Aqua Sky was even chosen as Pantone’s color of the year in 2003. “It’s a cool blue that’s calming and peaceful,” the brand said.
Kylie Jenner also recently jumped on the aquamarine trend when she shared her latest manicure choice on social media. Jenner’s manicure was a French manicure that ditched the classic white tips in favor of pale blue aquamarines on slender almond-shaped nails, adorned with a few small silver studs.