The Nails of Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez makes every beauty trend her own with her signature glamour. From curtain bangs and updos in the 90s-style to curtain bangs with curtain bangs, her looks stand out.

Her latest manicure demonstrates this perfectly; here, she goes for an understated take on the popular French manicure that has fans buzzing.

1. Mocha French Manicure

After years of being known as “grandma nails,” French manicures are experiencing their moment. This timeless classic look pairs beautifully with another trending mani trend: chocolate brown nails (known as cherry mocha by TikTok users). Vamp polish from Chanel from the ’90s–called Vamp by its fans–has seen renewed attention due to influencers like Hailey Bieber and Lily James who wear it alongside grungier styles or leather separates.

Rafaela Faustino of New York City’s YARA Beauty salon attributes the trend’s revival to its versatility. She says clients are increasingly demanding a deconstructed French mani, which can be done on any length nail without issue; you can add corner squiggles or chrome powders for even greater customization options.

If you don’t want to make drastic changes, try adding some fall flair by painting on black tips this season. Black brings instantaneous visual appeal while being chic when applied glossy.

2. Mocha Ombre Nails

Ombre nails are an iconic classic look that suits virtually everyone and every occasion. You can use any color in the rainbow for an ombre manicure, making sure it suits both you and the occasion perfectly. Ombre nail art has also become increasingly popular; try donning rainbow pride flag nails to celebrate gay pride or decorate Christmas nails with red, green and white glitter!

One trend sweeping the globe is ombre cascading nails, popularised by celebrities such as Keke Palmer. This style features each nail having different shades of brown polish that gradually blend into each other for an attractive waterfall effect across your fingers. Add French tips or extra details like nail art for more dramatic effects!

3. Mocha Glitter Nails

TikTokers have taken to adopting cozy fall aesthetics like oversized sweaters and pumpkin spice lattes as the temperature cools, as well as cherry mocha nails as an eye-catching way to bid farewell to summer pastels.

Mahogany (sometimes referred to as mahogany or merlot) combines classic red and brown shades for an inviting yet chic appearance, making it the ideal color to transition into autumn with. It pairs nicely with autumn-appropriate outfits such as chunky knit sweaters and leather looks for effortless looks that stand the test of time.

Nail artists advise applying two to three coats of the color you desire for maximum coverage, though for an added splash choose glitter polish or add an accent nail painted in another hue.

TikTok users first popularized this look when sharing pictures of manicures done using DND Cherry Mocha polish ($8), though other shades that provide similar effects such as Chanel Rouge Noir, OPI Black Cherry Chutney, Essie Wicked or Dior 047 Nuit can also give similar results.

4. Mocha Matte Nails

If glitters and 3D nail art seem too intense for everyday wear, try this chic yet minimal look instead. Created using two shades of polish and a striping tool, draw vertical lines on your nails using just two different hues for an eye-catching monochromatic aesthetic that instantly lengthens nails and fingers.

TikTok users love Cherry Mocha as a go-to color, thanks to its popularity with negative space trend and negative space trend in fashion. Pair this dark shade with leather pieces or ankle boots for a sophisticated and moody nail look, or enhance it further by creating an eye-catching graphic v-shape design!

Matte finishes can add texture to any patterned nail design, like these Picasso-inspired pastel hues that feel perfectly on-trend for spring. Or try layering multiple matte and glossy colors for an eye-catching skittles effect; it works great on all nail shapes but especially flattering on almond-shaped ones.