Sheer Nails Are the Refined Manicure Trend to Try Now

Sheer is chic.

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Published: Oct 16, 2024

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A collage of hand of two hands showcasing their sheer nail polish. On the left side, a woman's hand with two rings on her finger and sheer nail polish with a dot of color on each nail. On the right side, a woman's hand with a sheer French manicure — IG: @_themanicurist_/JINsoon

Nail trends have been getting over-the-top, and we’re here for it, but sometimes, we’re interested in a more low-key look. Sheer nails are the perfect way to have a clean mani that's more timeless than trendy. Plus, if you are into trying trends, sheer polish can be a great backdrop to keep it simple and chic.

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Whether you put stickers over the top, sprinkle some glitter, paint some lines or draw some more elaborate nail art, these polish shades are the perfect pair.

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The Best Shades for Sheer Nails

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Essie Mademoiselle ($10)

This classic sheer shade from Essie is a great go-to. It’s a best-seller for a reason—it’s perennially on trend and widely beloved as the perfect grown-up sheer pink.

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Essie Nail Polish in Mademoiselle

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Olive & June The Sheer Set ($36)

It’s good to have options, and this set from Olive & June ensures you do. It comes in three shades of sheer—white, nude and pink—plus, a glossy top coat.

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Olive & June The Sheer Set

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JINsoon Tulle ($18)

This sheer, milky cream color is closer to white than the other polishes on this list. It makes for a clean, refined look that has a bit of edge over the popular sheer pinks.

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JINsoon Tulle nail polish

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Chanel Boy De Chanel in Natural ($32)

This natural, super transparent shade comes in a luxe formula from Chanel that will make your manicure look like your nails but better, stronger and shinier.

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Chanel Boy De Chanel in Natural

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China Glaze Inner Beauty ($8)

This soft pink opal glow is described by the brand as “a gentle whisper of summer twilight on your fingertips.” It’s the lowest priced polish on the list and still delivers a gorgeous look.

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