Digital Lavender Nails Are the New Neutral
"Digital Lavender" Nails Are the New Neutral
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The rise of neutral nails is here. From milk-bath manicures to "glazed-doughnut" finishes to the "supermodel" nail look, there's no shortage of inspiration. Now, and especially as warmer weather approaches, there's one that industry experts are predicting will rise to the top of the pack — and it's a way cooler take on the minimalist look we've seen so far. Enter: "digital lavender" nails.
"This colour was named by trend forecasting website WSGN — along with its sister company Coloro — as 2023's colour of the year," celebrity manicurist, Julie Kandalec, tells POPSUGAR. "We've been seeing it on everywhere from runways, to nail and makeup looks."
So what exactly are "digital lavender" nails? Well, they are about to be your new go-to neutral colour — but with a twist. Keep reading to learn more.
What Are "Digital Lavender" Nails?
"'Digital lavender' is a shade of the colour that's cooler-toned and a bit more muted than the classic," Kandalec says. Think of all your favourite beige nail looks, but with a hint of purple, instead of their usual straightforward finishes. Many versions of the "digital lavender" trend even take the look up a notch by adding holographic top coats or chrome powder.
The look is similar to the frosted nail trend of the early aughts that's being spotlighted by some of our favourite TV shows. "The colour has been trending thanks to 'Euphoria' and it's still holding strong with spring looks," Kandalec says.
Plus, since "digital lavender" nails can be as much about the finish as they are the colour, if you're getting the manicure at a salon, Kandalec suggests bringing in some real-life inspiration. "Bring a photo of something in the exact shade you'd like to match but it'd be best if it's something tangible like a blazer, or a piece of jewellery," Kandalec says. "This way you can really show the finish that you're after as well."
Products to Create "Digital Lavender" Nails At Home
If you're more of a do-it-yourself kind of person, there are quite a few polish options that you can choose from. Kandalec recommends the OPI Nail Polish in I Sold My Crypto (£15) for a chrome-like effect, and the CND Vinylux in Lavender Lace (£9) for a soft, shimmery look.
"Digital Lavender" Nails Inspiration
Now that you're probably itching to switch out your nails, get some inspiration for your own "digital lavender" nails here. Whether you're a die-hard minimalist and want to stick to your roots, or you just want to incorporate the colour into Kawaii nail art, you have plenty of options.
