The verdict is out, we’ll be spending more time at home and away from our favorite places -- including the nail salon. For most nail enthusiasts, press-on nails are super nostalgic. They remind us of those french tips we all wore and adored at least once in our teenage years. Like us, a lot has changed and now press-on nails 2.0 version have hit the market. No seriously, we’re coining them, they’re so good they might as well be from the future. Gone are the days when those press-on nails would pop off in public. Thankfully, 2020 brought luxurious press on nails with gorgeous nail art which last up to two-weeks just like a gel-manicured nails. Since we’ll be practicing social distancing, become the manicurist of your dreams with right adhesive glue, press-on nail kit and a few tools. From floral patterns and matte finishes to freestyle colorful and holographic feels, here are the best press-on nails to try this year.
Tortoise Shell
Dreaming of that tortoise nail trend you never got to do? We are too! Try these limited-edition designs by Urban Outfitters and Static Nails for a Instagram-worthy non-damaging manicure in seconds for a fraction of the salon cost. You can wear them for weeks or a few days, the brand promises to last up to 18 days with care.
Urban Outfitters x Static Nails Tortoise shell, $16, staticnails.com
Tropic Feels
Add a touch of tropics to your style with these matte orange tips. The vibrant color is an instant mood booster and is sure to take your nail game to the next level.
Dashing Diva Magic Press On Power Punch, $5, dashingdiva.com
NYFW-Approved
Pull a page from the runway with these totally couture collection nails that secure seamlessly with every application. The 3D pearls paired with rhinestones make for the ultimate nail salon look. Thinking ahead, the brand’s super hold adhesive technology allows the nail to stick like glue without the mess. Sign me up!
imPRESS Press-on Couture Collection Luxurious Almond Shape, $11, impressmanicure.com
Cou-Chella
We’re still celebrating Coachella and festival season with these ‘Miss Chella’ pastel rainbow nails. The oval shape press on has touches of glitter reminding us to shine on no matter what.
Miss Chella Pastel Rainbow Press On, $10, clutchnails.com
Latinx Love
Doja Cat’s nail tech is creating the most artistic nail press-ons that celebrate the Latinx culture, including these babies inspired by the
J Balvin
album. The Latina nail artist is taking orders via social media which include the set of press on, double sided adhesive tabs, file, buffer and nail glue.
Artistic Nail Designs by Elizabeth, $ Upon Request, elizabeth-garcia.format.com
The Artist’s Way
Channel your inner artist with these geometric abstract press ons. With an easy application process, the set comes with 24 pieces for those who want to reuse these killer claws. Inspired by modern-day art these babies last up to two-weeks according to loyal shoppers.
Edary Geometric Abstract Press On Nails, $13, amazon.com
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