The Nail Trend We Hope Is Faux News

Some trends make us feel things 🤌🏻

One of the first questions asked when getting a manicure is round or square. Over the years, what has been more “in fashion” has bounced back and forth between the two. And, just like when you try a new part in your hair, it always feels strange to see that slight difference at the tips of your fingers.

But with gels, acrylics and nail art entering the scene what can be done to your precious digits suddenly knows no bounds. But - hard take - maybe it should know some bounds. Because sometimes a trend comes along — like this one — that just feels wrong, not right.

When coffin nails became a thing, did we try it? No. We wouldn’t necessarily describe them as cute or functional. But as we saw them running around town, did the nail style grow on us? Absolutely.

This new trend? Hard pass.

Our friends at It's Always Somethingtipped us off that google searches for this nail trend were on the rise, so google we did.

Then, we got to work.

Before we dive into what it is, we must start by sharing that square nails are back, but with an exciting twist. (Buh-bye, coffin talons!) So, what is the nightmare nails that has us so on edge?