Selena Gomez Just Made “Naked Nails” the Go-To Manicure for Spring

Selena Gomez just gave bold nails the boot—and we’re fully on board. Spotted with the glossiest, most understated manicure of the season, you’re going to want to add her “naked nails” to your spring mood board.

Gomez shared a week in review Instagram post, and her nails were short, softly rounded, and glazed in the subtlest sheer pink—like natural nails, but with a glow-up. This is peak clean-girl energy without trying to be a clean girl. No chrome, no sharp tips, no excessive gloss…just shiny, healthy-looking nails that feel super elevated.

Sure, the naked nail trend has been around forever—but this season, it’s less “barely there” and more of an elevated yet subtle polish. As we collectively ditch winter’s heavy colors and fussy nail art, naked nails are stepping in as the ultimate warm-weather refresh. They’re clean, cool and deceptively low-maintenance—the beauty equivalent of the quintessential white button-down. And best of all? You don’t need a nail tech on speed dial to keep them looking flawless.

Whether you’re heading to a wedding or just want your hands to look effortlessly put together on a Zoom call, naked nails deliver. No rhinestones, no intricate art—just glossy, subtle perfection. Read on below to learn how to copy Gomez’s quiet luxury mani.

How to Get the Look

Pulling off Gomez’s naked nails is surprisingly simple and seriously satisfying. Start by asking your nail tech for a short oval or softly rounded shape (nothing too sharp or square), then opt for a sheer pink or milky nude polish, says Molly Romah, head nail artist at Chillhouse. The goal is to enhance, not hide, your natural nails. A glossy topcoat seals the deal for that healthy, glassy finish.

If you’re feeling DIY, it’s all about prepping the perfect base. Start by shaping and buffing your nails to a clean, natural length. Romah suggests using a sheer nude polish like Chillhouse Forever Wear in Rose Milk for that delicate, barely-there color. Finish with a glossy topcoat, and you’re good to go. It’s really that simple.