New York Fashion Week always brings bold, trendsetting looks to the runway, and September 2024 was no exception—especially when it came to nail art trends for Spring/Summer 2025. From sleek, minimalist designs to vibrant, statement-making nails, this season’s shows offered plenty of inspiration for the coming year.
Top designers paired their collections with striking nail looks, ranging from classic nude tones to cool 3D nail art accents, proving that nails have become a key element of high fashion. Ready to explore the top nail trends from NYFW 2024 and see the talented nail artists behind them? Let’s dive in!
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courtesy of Instagram/misspopnailsTREND: Black & White
At Alice + Olivia, Miss Pop wowed with oversized black polka-dots on white tips, while Julie Kandalec's onyx extensions with a star accent at Christian Cowan added a bold, celestial vibe. Black and white proved to be timeless and versatile on the Spring/Summer 2025 runways, making a powerful statement. Stock up on these classic must-have shades here.
courtesy of Instagram/julieknailsnycTREND: Chrome
Chrome nails were another standout trend. At the Libertine show, Kandalec took inspiration from the location to create long silver chrome almond tips with bright yellow moons, symbolizing "hope and growth." "Seeing the location and the designs, I envisioned the transition from day to night," she says. "The yellow moon at night, or the sun, symbolizes the constant light that shines over the garden—a guiding force of hope and growth." Over at Theophilio, Miss Pop showcased colorful chrome in gold and pink tones, proving that metallics are here to stay. Want some silver chrome nails in your life? Grab yours here.
courtesy of Instagram/naominailsnycTREND: Extensions
Long nails dominated the runway, with designers favoring coffin, almond, and stiletto nail shapes. Naomi Yasuda's long square tips with leopard print were a showstopper at Luar, while pastel almond extensions at Love Shack Fancy definitely turned heads. Gina Edwards went for nude stilettos at Prabal Gurung, adding sophistication to the what's-old-is-new-again nail art trend. If you’re ready to upgrade your look, extend your nails effortlessly with Gel Tips—available in a variety of shapes here!