The Best Nail-Art Trends of 2021 Are All About the Drama — and We Love It

There's a time and a place for everything, and if 2020 was a time for nail-polish colours, 2021 is the time for nail art. Given the nature of at-home manicures and our own amateur nail skills, there was only so much we could do this year, but as we look ahead to 2021, we have hope that we'll return to the nail salon with some regularity soon enough, meaning bold nail art and intricate designs will prevail once more.

According to New York City-based manicurist Miss Pop, there's a lot to look forward to in the world of nail art. Holographic glitters! Bold prints! Eighties-inspired designs! Extralong length! Next year will be all about the drama. "In 2021, I think folks are going to want the kind of indulgent, self-care treatments that make for incredible, original nail art," Miss Pop told POPSUGAR. "I, for one, am ready to be like Prince and shout, 'Let's go crazy,' with my nail art."

Keep reading to see the best nail-art trends of 2021 to look out for in the new year.