What’s the first movie reference that comes to mind when someone says 1920s?
That’s right. Mr. Gatsby in The Great Gatsby.
With the advent of the 20th Century, the 1920s were a time when women’s clothing underwent revolutionary changes. The 20s were about the time when Coco Chanel launched her first clothing line and the evening dresses inspired by the “flappers” came into fashion. Short, boyish haircuts, lavish faux gemstones, and high-arched brows as long as the polished nail tips were in style.Unlike the previous natural, sheer nails of the Victorian era, nail styling became much more polished with the advent of classic solid reds and geometric elements. One of the most popular nail styling of the decade was the ‘moon manicure’, which resembles the nails we now call 'deep-french' nails.
Fashion trends always return with a twist, but it’s a wonder that the perfectly posh deep-french nails such as N To You or N Petal has its influences rooted in a century’s old nail trend!

N To You

N Petal

N Chandelier

Jumping ahead to the next golden era, the 1940s and 50s are renowned for its nickname - The Golden Age of Hollywood. All of the classic icons that we know of, from Marilyn Monroe to Audrey Hepburn, were at the forefront of these Hollywood studio movies. Despite WWII, the movie industry was flourishing along with the movie stars' influence over the public. During the era, polished and intricate hairstyles along with items that emphasize exaggerated silhouettes such as bullet bras and pin curls were the leading trends. As for nails? The actresses on screen with almond-shaped manicures stole the hearts of many. Also, the first sets of acrylic-sculpting nail extensions were invented in the 50s, providing more nail styling options for many.

N True Gold

N Monroe

N Hepburn

Moving on to the 60s, we have one single name to bring us back to the decade - Twiggy. Legendary figures such as Priscilla Presley, Goldie Hawn, and Cher were all in their prime during the 'swinging era'. Along with their iconic Cleopatra eye makeup, nail styling back then were dominant with youthful pastel shades. As for the shapes, demand for long fake nails rose, creating more need for beauty salons. In the 70s, one of the most  recognized nail design was created: the french nail presented in 1976 changed the nail styling landscape forever. The era then moved on to the Saturday Night Fever disco scenes and crowds. For the 70s, long-oval shapes with extensions and extra gloss was the pick of the generation.

N Nub Tweed

N Modern Check

N PM 06:00

Hopes and dreams towards the upcoming new millennium were certainly influential in the cultures and trends of the 80s and 90s, most notably in fashion. The ‘Sci-Fi fashion’ or vivid nails matched with big hair and blazers with exaggerated shoulder pads were widely loved. Then aired American TV shows like ‘Friends’ and ‘Sex and the City’, and fashion as we know it changed worldwide. As for nails, the iconic nail brand that we now call OPI started its business in the 80s, marking a new era for nail lovers. From chipped solid black nails to go with the 'grunge look' to shattered-glass-like crackle lacquers, nail styling became diversified and evermore vibrant in the era. 

N Onyx

N Addict

N Nacre

It’s not fair to sum up the last 20 years as one era, but since we’re expecting the reprise of the 2000s fashion, why not take a look? Especially back to 2008 when the invention of the first gel nail polish forever changed our perception of manicure! The 2000s were the era of pop culture, and for those of us who have lived through the decade, the iconic right-angled square edged nails worn by pop divas like Britney Spears were to die for. The trend now only keeps getting bigger and better as we now have stiletto, emoji, and ballerina nails to go with our IG-worthy looks!

N Tulip Garden

N Egg & Fry