Psychedelic 60s Nail Art Has Arrived In Time For Autumn
Is it still too soon to say groovy again?
Autumn is once again (somehow) upon us. Whilst this summer felt like it whizzed past even quicker than usual due to Covid-19, lockdown and a total lack of that holiday feeling, in true autumn fashion, it's time to start getting the blankets and cozy jumpers out and watching Gilmore Girls re-runs with a pumpkin spice latte in hand.
The time for summer might have gone, but the season of comfort is officially here. And boy do we need it. In times of uncertainty and despair (as 2020 has unfortunately offered an armful of) we often seek comfort in the familiar and this need for nostalgia even extends to our manicures. The newest nail art trend on the Instagram block is inspired by the wavy 1960s, with everything from bright geometric shapes to vibrant tie dye swirls in psychedelic hues. Luckily for us there's more than a few totally groovy nail art designs we can get on board with to cheer up these gloomy months.
It's time to swap the brooding burgundy varnish for a manicure that's a little more 60s this autumn. Read on for the best 60s nail art designs inspiring your new seriously hip finger tips...
Wavy Baby
60s nail art doesn't have to be OTT. Go for graphic waves on bare nails for a groovy take on negative space nails.
Abstract Colour Wheel
Because there really are no colours that don't go together.
Marbled Brights
Nothing says nostalgia quite like sticking to a Groovy Chick colour palette.
Neon Waves
Keep things bold with bright abstract shapes with a nude nail middle.
Mod Cons
Embrace your inner mod with a graphic colour clash target design.
Just Peachy
This just-exploded-firework effect is a welcomed distraction.
Flower Power
Go for a subtle nod to the trend with a bold flower design with a rustic colour palette.
Rainbow Glaze
Keep the base nude and the rainbows symmetrical for a simple yet joyful mani.
Charlotte Bitmead (she/her) is the Senior Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. She has over six years experience writing about beauty and has previously written for ELLE and The Sunday Times Style, covering everything from politics to sustainability to inclusivity within the beauty industry. When she’s not writing in-depth features, testing out the newest skincare fad or trying to decide what nail art to get, you can find her overspending in bookshops or shouting at Arsenal matches. Find her on LinkedIn
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