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The Biggest Nail Trends at New York Fashion Week

Artist—@ladyfancynails, Betina Goldstein, Julie Kandalec, Miss Pop, Shelena Robinson

By Btc Lauren Rees·May 08, 2026

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These Two Nail Art Trends Were All Over NYFW
The nails BTC spotted backstage at NYFW Spring/Summer 2020 were a study in opposites—from the “simple is best” route to “the more over the top, the better.” We’re breaking down both the minimal French manis and the outta control claws that graced this season’s runways, so keep reading!

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Nails by Julie Kandelac (@julieknailsnyc) for essie

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Nails by Jin Soon Choi (@jinsoonchoi) for JINsoon

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