We love nail art, but there's no denying the appeal of simple, classic, solid-color nails. Last year, minimalist manicures took over and louder styles took a back seat. Milk bath nails, supermodel nails, and glazed donut nails are proof of this, but our favorite might be the growing popularity of the “rich girl” nail, created by manicurist Tom Baczyk.
Bachik, who has an A-list client list that includes Jennifer Lopez, Selena Gomez, and Hailee Steinfeld, dubbed the look the “rich girl” manicure after giving it to Lopez. The manicure features soft, tapered, square-shaped extensions painted with a creamy beige nail polish. The final look is minimal yet sophisticated and chic, proving the power of an understated beauty routine.
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Tom Baczyk is a renowned nail artist based in Los Angeles.
What are “rich girl” nails?
Still, you might be wondering: What exactly is a “rich girl” manicure? It all comes down to your color choice. “'Rich girl' nails are a modern take on a sophisticated classic,” Bachik tells POPSUGAR.[The] The color is a creamy, full-coverage nude that pays homage to its greige inspiration originally seen at Chanel. A mix of gray and beige, greige is a cool-toned neutral that's subtle yet noticeable enough to let you know you've made an effort. “I like to choose colors one tone lighter or darker than my natural skin tone, so the nail is subtle yet intentional,” he says. rich In the trend of the past (“expensive brunette” hair), a clear, shiny, diamond-like finish is essential.
Lopez isn't the only one embracing this trend: Bella Hadid, Ciara, and Steinfeld have all been adopting the look in recent months. As a neutral, this nail polish color will match everything in your closet, meaning you'll always look put together and always feel like an intentional choice. This color is a surefire choice that'll make you look and feel lavish.
