Cat-Eye Finish
A cat-eye finish can elevate any color. “They add a cozy, dimensional shimmer without going into full glitter territory,” says Kandalec. However, nail artist and educator Valeriia Telemaniuk predicts one shade in particular will be trending big.
“The trend that’s truly stealing the spotlight is red cat eye. It takes the traditional red and transforms it into something hypnotic with a soft, luminous glow that shifts with every movement,” says Telemaniuk. “It’s festive without being cliché and glamorous without trying too hard. My clients are obsessed because it gives that perfect ‘I didn’t plan it, but wow’ kind of sparkle that catches the light in the most magical way.”
Products to try: Paloma Wow Cat No. W012 ($14), Holo Taco Sacrificial ($17)
