Move over, chrome. There’s a new nail trend in town, and Hailey Bieber just declared it the moment.
For years, Hailey has been the undisputed queen of the glazed donut nails—that ethereal, pearly finish that made every hand selfie feel like a work of art. But at the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscars Afterparty, she showed up with a manicure so understated, so barely-there, that it made us double-check if she even had polish on. Spoiler alert: she did—but just barely.
What Is the “Naked Manicure” Anyway?
Think of it as the no-makeup makeup look… but for your nails. Instead of bold colors or flashy chrome, the naked manicure is all about subtle, sheer polish that blends seamlessly into your skin tone, creating the illusion of naturally flawless nails. It’s minimalist, effortless, and undeniably chic.
Hailey took it up a notch with a micro French tip, which is basically a tiny whisper of white at the very edge of the nail—so delicate, so refined, and yet, still giving that “I put in effort, but not too much” energy.
The Secret Sauce: What’s On Hailey’s Nails?
If you’re dying to copy this look (we don’t blame you), her manicurist used OPI’s Passion as the base—a sheer, peachy nude that melts into the nail—and Funny Bunny for the French tip, which is a soft, buildable white that doesn’t scream, “I just got a French manicure in 2003.”
And because this is Hailey Bieber, she didn’t stop there. Oh no. She added tiny diamond embellishments because even minimalism deserves a little bling.
Why Is This Such a Big Deal?
This is Hailey Bieber we’re talking about—the same woman who single-handedly made glazed donut nails a global sensation. If she’s switching it up, it means something. And honestly? It makes sense. The beauty world has been on a more-is-more high for a while now, with everything from aura nails to 3D embellishments taking over Instagram. Maybe this shift to something clean, classic, and quietly luxurious is exactly what we needed.
Is the Naked Manicure the Next Big Thing?
Signs point to yes. We’ve already seen other celebs embracing the “my nails, but better” aesthetic, from sheer milk bath nails to minimalist pearl finishes. And with the rise of natural beauty and wellness-focused trends, it’s only a matter of time before everyone’s saying goodbye to flashy chrome and hello to subtle sophistication.
So, if you’re ready to embrace your inner Hailey Bieber, grab your sheer nudes, add a dainty French tip (or don’t—up to you), and maybe, just maybe, throw in a little sparkle. Because minimalism doesn’t have to be boring.
What do you think? Are you trading in your glazed nails for a naked manicure? Let’s discuss in the comments!