The ’90s were an iconic time for beauty. We’re talking frosted eye shadow, brown lipstick, and, of course, the infamous skinny brow. So it’s no wonder Kylie Jenner decided to pull from this nostalgic era for her latest manicure. This nail look is simple, classic, and straight from the ’90s. It’s a French manicure with white tips and a nude base, but rather than a regular French or even a micro Frenchie (which pal Hailey Bieber wore recently), it’s a thicker, chunkier white French tip.
Jenner’s go-to celebrity nail artist Zola Ganzorigt is the one responsible for this nostalgic manicure coined the “Deep ’90s French.” In an Instagram post, Ganzorigt shared that she pulled inspiration from the cover of a ’90s issue of Nails Magazine, so it really is straight from that time. While square-shaped nails reigned supreme in the ’90s and have stood the test of time, Jenner opted instead for medium-length almond-shaped tips to modernize the look and customize it to her liking.
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Here’s some good news about this mani: It is so easy to recreate. The look is straightforward, making it ideal if you’re a beginner DIY-ing your nails at home or if you prefer more minimalistic nail art.
At the nail salon, you can expect a coat of a nude base followed by a couple coats of white on each nail tip. Your nail artist will then use a small nail brush to shape the French tip to perfection. If you’re doing it at home, there are even French manicure stamp tools you can buy to simply press the shape onto your nails. It literally couldn’t be easier, which is great news, because we’re definitely going to need to copy this look ASAP.
Saviland French Tip Nail Stamp
Essie Nail Polish in Snowy White
Jenner is a big fan of a good French mani lately. From disco polka-dot nails and studded Frenchies to a twisted French, she’s leaning into the look big time. While her previous French manicures have been more intricate with added designs, her deep ’90s French is a slight departure from that in its simplicity. Nail minimalists will be on board.
Jenner’s also been trying other retro vibes lately. She’s been spotted multiple times this summer wearing the season’s hottest fashion pattern: polka dots. The beauty mogul wears and curates a lot of vintage pieces, so we can’t say we’re surprised. After all, who doesn’t love a bit of nostalgia?
