Princess Nails Are Trending These Days, But Do You Know Why They’re Called That?
If you visit a nail salon and request a single coat of light pink or nude polish on short nails, you’ve essentially asked for the “princess nails”. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Anxhela | Certified Nail Artist | Builder Gel | BIAB (@angelas_glamhouse) All over TikTok, the phrase ‘princess nails’ has been trending. Wondering why it’s called that? Well, here’s why: within the British royal family, there have always been strict rules about beauty and styling choices, especially during Queen Elizabeth II’s reign. One of her mandates was that royal ladies should avoid painting their fingernails in bold and shiny colours, as it was considered undignified and flamboyant. If royal ladies absolutely had to paint their nails, the polish would have to be nude or a light colour, and their nails would have to be kept short. This is why you’ll observe that the current Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, rarely has her nails painted, and when she does, they are typically nude. It’s easy to see why Princess nails are officially back in style, they are simple, efficient, and super cute. Plus, they are perfect for anyone who wants a polished look without being […]
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