During Fashion Month, we keep a close eye on models’ and front-row celebrities’ hands to get a sense of the biggest upcoming nail trends. From what we can tell, shimmery, white manicures are still going strong, and muted gray nails are on the verge of a major moment; but one of Kendall Jenner‘s recent struts down the runway suggests that classic red nails are going to show up everywhere — and perhaps everywhere but fingertips.
Jenner walked the Schiaparelli runway during Paris Fashion Week on Thursday, September 28, and we have to admit, being as beauty-focused as we are, our eyes immediately went to her humongous hair. Normally seen in sleek, low-volume styles, Jenner was sporting a full-blown bouffant for her chic stroll. But upon closer inspection, it’s actually the dress that’s the most beauty-newsworthy.
As confirmed by a behind-the-scenes clip posted on Schiaparelli’s Instagram, Jenner’s shiny, strapless, form-fitting frock is made up of what must be hundreds, if not thousands, of red, almond-shaped faux fingernails. (You’ve heard of chain-mail dresses? This is a nail-mail dress, apparently.) The absolute work of art glistened as Jenner sauntered with surprising ease — we can only imagine how restrictive and weighty the dress must of have been — in front of the audience, as shown in videos posted by her sister, Kylie Jenner.
If you look closely, even the shoes appear to be a tribute to digits, with toes seemingly sculpted into the beige pumps like the fanciest FiveFingers ever.
Kendall’s actual manicure was extremely subtle and, quite frankly, the easiest element of the entire look to incorporate into your daily style. Although just as glossy as the dress’s press-ons (or perhaps they’re acrylic tips?), her own nails appear to be painted in just a clear or sheer beige polish.