At the Spring/Summer 2027 Paris Fashion Week, Miu Miu deviated from the traditional polished aesthetic by showcasing models with bright red, intentionally smudged manicures. The rough look, with nail polish smeared beyond the cuticles, contrasts sharply with current trends favoring “quiet luxury” and nude nails. Manicurist Mei Kawajiri, known for her work with celebrities like Dua Lipa and Gigi Hadid, intentionally embraced imperfection, describing the look as something reminiscent of a messy toddler’s handiwork.

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This aesthetic sparked mixed reactions among beauty editors, with many from Bazaar criticizing the look as