For the fourth chapter on the collision between craftsmanship and technology, Narita created a translucent neon look—not a jelly nail, but a light, sheer matte. “I wanted the nails to feel light and effortless, rather than a fully saturated finish.” It also responded to the neon colors of the models’ hats: highlighter pinks, high-octane yellows, and lime greens via Manucurist’s expansive collection of neons that felt super modern but refined. As Narita notes, the shades work beautifully across skin tones.
Photographed by Sofi Adams
For chapter five, which looks to the future, Narita proposed a design close to one of her own signature styles: a natural nude base framed with a fine, precise white outline. At Vogue World: Paris, she created a similar concept using a black outline. This season, however, the models were wearing white dresses, so she wanted “something softer that would not compete with the garments, while still adding a subtle edge.” Narita also added a single gemstone to the nail tip, topping off a simple yet elegant and graphic style.
“This design is also highly adaptable,” she shares. “The outline could be recreated in different colors; each nail could feature a different shade; or the line could even be black.” The final look, then, echoed the first section of the show’s natural nails.
Eri Narita’s own set of Vogue World 2026: Milano nails.
Photo: Eri Narita
