Back in January, I wrote about how various shades of were going to be a dominant . As emerald green later made way for a sea of sage and pistachio manicures, another shade is emerging as very popular choice: olive nails. Given that this particular shade of green was popular among this year’s spring/summer fashion trends (and looks set to be even more so for autumn/winter 2024), it’s not hugely surprising that this has seeped into beauty trends, too.
Not only that, olive is a more versatile colour than you may have first thought. You can opt for a polish that skews slightly warmer and more yellow-based or cooler and in the direction of khaki to complement your skin tone. Plus, it lends itself very well to looks, whether you opt for chic, minimalistic swirls or a more on-the-nose olive-themed design.
On that note, here are some of my favourite olive nails looks from social media to inspire your next mani appointment or DIY job. Olive looks great on any length of nails, of course, but if you like yours to be on the , full-cover polish on well-shaped squoval nails looks great. Don't forget a good top coat to improve its longevity.
Our love affair with may have cooled a little, but it's still a popular choice. Opting for a chrome add-on with khaki, sage or olive nails really elevates these shades. Why not combine olive nail polish with another colour for a cool, contrasting look? Pink and green is a winning combination.
We love this twist on pastel tips, making for a great . U.
