Alexa, play the TikTok sound “Taylor Swift, Fearless, Speak Now, Re-e-ed, 1989, Reputation, Lover, Folklore, Evermore, Midnights, The Tortured Poets Department”…
If you’ve been anywhere on the internet as of late, you would know that Swifties have been out in full force *stands up in solidarity*, prepping for the biggest night of the year: The Taylor Swift Eras Tour.
But ICYMI, since March of last year, Tay Tay has been travelling all around the world to perform some of the greatest hits from her entire discography and now, fast approaching is the UK’s turn with 13 (wink, nudge) upcoming shows, starting in June and running through to August 2024. No, I am not OK.
We’ve rhinestoned our oufits, brushed up on the choreography and prepped the set list playlist but now, it’s time to polish our tips (pun very much intended) with some of the top-rated, Cosmopolitan-approved Swiftie nails. So, if you’re after a T-Swift-inspired manicure to wear on concert night, then look no further because I’ve scoured the best of social media to bring you the most fun, experimental and bejewelled – yet still wearable – nail art references to thrust upon your nail technician*.
*My apologies go out to any nail techs experiencing Swiftie mani fatigue but the fans come first. You can thank me later, comrades.
The best Taylor Swift Eras-inspired nails
Lover
Lover girlies raise your hands – or rather, fingers – because these are the nails for you. Cosmopolitan UK‘s Junior Features Writer Amber O’Connor, along with her nail tech Victoria’s Nails, took inspiration from TS’s seventh studio album, opting for a blend of pastel colours (thanks to eyeshadow, interestingly!) with added ’13’ and heart sparkle decals.
Sparkles
Although subtle, these gemstone twinkle nails nod to each of TS’s eras… shoutout Folklore and Evermore for taking one for the team with a joint nail feature… Damn you Tay for having so many iconic eras!
Airbrushed glitter
Another one for the Lovers among us, this airbrushed glitter mani is equal parts dreamy and spring/summer 2024 appropriate. Plus, you can rock them post-concert thanks to the subtlety of the reference.
Coloured tips
Making for a bolder statement, the infamous sparkle eras design has been amped up with coordinating coloured tips. Go big or go home, I guess!
Red
The Red album has an endless amount of legendary moments to draw inspiration from and Felicia Dee Beauty on TikTok has perfected every single one with this nail art design. 10s, 10s, 10s across the board.
Midnights
Not only star-studded and stunning, this design is transitional, too, making for a Midnights-inspired set that’ll last longer than your Joe Alwyn crush. Travis FTW.
Iconic references
Want to merge the best of Taylor in 10 tips? Well, draw nailspo from these two (+) sets that leave no era unturned.
Aura Era nails
Aura nails are *so* on-trend for summer 2024 and are all about low effort and maximum effect. So, make the best of the sponge method and your most colourful eyeshadow palette to recreate this intergalactic Taylor look.
Details, details, details
It’s all in the details and manicurist-cum-salon owner, Sophia certainly knows how to perfect intricate nail art. I mean, that 1989 Polaroid picture is *chef’s kiss*.
Bedazzled fringe
Taylor’s bedazzled leotard costumes are a key signifier of the Eras tour. So, why not pay homage to the fringe detail on the ‘fits with a neutral base and two glitter feature nails?
T-chrome
Chrome nails peaked circa the summer of 2023 but now, they’re back and better than ever with a rainbow, Eras version taking over of the trend.
3D accents
Nail art ain’t cheap, folks but if you’re willing to splash the cash (anything in the name of a Taylor Swift reference) then we’re all for a 3D effect. Summer Nail Bar, you really nailed it (soz) with this set.
