Mercury doesn't have to be in retrograde for us to care about the stars! And the stars have aligned to give us the perfect manicure. Celestial nails are the super customizable, horoscope-approved way to take your mani to new, stratospheric heights. Discover the key to nailing this star-inspired look!
What are celestial nails?
The moon and stars have fascinated us for eons. We've gone from astrological maps to Starry Night to the Hubble Telescope and far beyond. Even now, my mom uses a little projector showcasing the Milky Way for her dogs at night. It's fair to say, we all have a soft spot for the night sky. It only makes sense that it would appear in nail art, too.
Usually, these nails combine four-pointed stars and the crescent moon. These simple and classic shapes add a touch of star power to your look. Color choices vary, and your nails can lean dark and mysterious or bright and bold. The stars are easily customizable, whether you want a classic five-point or a more Art Deco burst of fine lines.
The four-pointed star is easy to accomplish in nail art, as it's just one vertical and one horizontal line. This super-clean look can be left as simple as you like. Or, you can add more radial lines from the center for a shimmering effect. Generally, these looks will also incorporate a dotting tool to create the effect of more distant stars.
Your inclusion of the moon, constellations or even your star sign is all up to you!
The Rise of Zodiac Manicures
There's a horoscope junkie in all of us, and there are nail looks to match thanks to all the inspiring star sign looks this year. Are you a Libra looking to embody balance and harmony? Or a Scorpio ready to embrace your intuition and passion?
These manicures are written in the stars and are a super simple way to take celestial nails to the next level.
Our Favorite Celestial Nails
