The newest nail trend taking over Instagram is a fun and creative way to embrace the cozy season. Nail lovers everywhere are sharing photos of manicures designed to look just like soft knit sweaters — the kind we all reach for during colder weather.
There are plenty of ways to recreate knit nails that capture that warm, sweater-like texture, but one of the most impressive (and slightly challenging) techniques involves using thick, slow-drying 3D gels. These gels are applied beneath the final polish to build raised cable-knit patterns that mimic real sweaters. Keep reading for inspiration and step-by-step tips on how to achieve this look!
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