The Naked Manicure Era: Why Celebs Are Ditching Bold Nails for Barely-There Beauty

The naked manicure trend is about to be everywhere—and honestly, this might be the easiest beauty shift to get behind.

Red carpet prep isn’t just about slipping into a designer gown and calling it a day. It’s a whole production, with hairstylists, makeup artists, and manicurists working in perfect chaos to ensure every detail is immaculate. But every now and then, a celeb decides to ditch the expected glam, and when they do, it makes waves. Think Pamela Anderson skipping makeup entirely, proving that less can actually be more. Now, we’re seeing a similar shift in nail trends, with stars like Anya Taylor-Joy, Reneé Zellweger, and Nicola Peltz Beckham opting out of bold nail colors in favor of a barely-there, glossy finish.

Recently, they’ve been spotted at some of the biggest events—Tiffany & Co. in Paris, the Mad About the Boy premiere in Italy, and Burberry’s AW25 show in London—sporting what can only be described as the ultimate clean girl manicure. Short, well-groomed nails with a sheer, healthy-looking top coat. No intricate designs, no neon shades—just effortlessly polished, natural nails.

Maybe it’s just a much-needed break from the cycle of gel, acrylics, and constant color changes. Or maybe it’s something bigger—a shift toward embracing raw, unfiltered beauty. Either way, the natural nail era has officially arrived, and if red carpets are anything to go by, this low-maintenance, high-impact look is about to be everywhere.