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The 7 Nail Trends To Try Before The End of 2018

Let celebrity manicurists predict your next nail look.

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While 2018 may be coming to a close, that's still no excuse to let your nail game slide. Celebrity manicurists Kim Truong and Naomi Yasuda picked the coolest nail trends to finish out the year. Truong is a favorite among the Kardashian crew, having worked with Kim, Khloe and Kylie. Yasuda is the insanely creative nail artist behind some of Madonna’s most iconic nail looks and created black tribal nails for last year's Slick Wood's Love Advent Calendar. Start planning your next appointment now.

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Darker Hues

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A darker hue like cobalt blue or burgundy is perfect for the colder months. "It's sophisticated and flatters all nail shapes and lengths," says Truong.

Design by @deborahlippman

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Winey Wine

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This burgundy pairs best with a glass of red wine (or two).

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Minimalism

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Less is more, people. "Play with simple embellishments, nail tape, and negative space for subtle art that's fashion forward," says Truong.

Design by @oliveandjune

4

All Eyes on You

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If you don't have the steady hand of an artist, nail stickers are always a great option. Try these from Olive and June.

Design by @oliveandjune

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Glitz and Glamour

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"No time like New Years to go all out with disco ball nails," says Truong. If disco ball nails are a bit too much, you can always settle for a sparkly shimmer in a classic silver or gold.

Design by @paintboxnails

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Seasonal Showstopper

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If full glitter isn't your thing, opt for a more subtle glitter-dipped design.

Design by @paintboxnails

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Neutrals

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A nice nude nail will never go out of style. Truong suggest going for delicate shades of beige and pink for what she calls a "feminine and classic" look.

Design by @nailsbymei

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Send Nudes

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Nude with a minimalist cuff.

Design by @nailjob

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Stone Cold

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Manicurist Naomi Yasuda predicts stones will be all the rage in 2018. "We’ve been seeing them more and more on the face and in hair pieces, the next step is on your nails,” says Yasuda.

Design by @naomiyasuda

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Nude Crystal

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Combine nudes with a bit of bedazzle to master two trends in one look.

Design by @nailsbymei

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Metallic and Chrome

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Mix and match your polish with classic colors and metallic accents. "We'll continue to see the biggest nail trend of 2017 continue into 2018," explains Truong.

Design by @oliveandjune

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Gold Foil

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Gold foil makes ice cream and nail beds look extra fancy.

Design by @unistella_kr

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Abstract

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"Funky and fun nail art makes a statement," says Truong. "Try geometric shapes like circles, lines, and triangles."

Design by @chillhouse

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Deco Jam

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Nails that belong in an art gallery.

Design by @sohotrightnail

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