Spring 2026 is finally on the horizon, and it’s time to pack away the deep winter hues and heavy glitter. This season is all about lightness, airy textures, and delicate details. If you’re looking for fresh inspiration using Arte Clavo products, you’ve come to the right place.
Drawing from the top spring trends—think micro florals, soft ombrés, negative space, and dimensional textures—here is your complete guide to achieving the season’s most coveted looks with Arte Clavo’s professional-grade gels and tools.
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1. Micro Floral: Delicate Botanical Art
Nothing says spring quite like tiny, hand-painted flowers. This year, the micro floral trend gets even finer, with whisper-thin petals and soft colour washes.
Arte Clavo Product Picks:
- Base: Sheer Pink Builder Gel or Natural Nude for a barely-there canvas.
- Colours: Cherry Blossom Pink, Lilac Mist, and Buttercream Yellow.
- Tools: Arte Clavo Ultra-Fine Detail Brush and Precision Dotting Tool.
- Finish: No-Wipe Top Coat for a glass-like seal.
Pro Tip: Mix a tiny drop of colour with Arte Clavo Clear Gel to create a watercolour effect. Build the petals in thin layers, curing briefly between each to maintain control.
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2. Ombré Air: Soft Colour Melts
The ombré remains a spring staple, but for 2026, think ethereal and diffused—like sky at dawn. Skip harsh lines; the goal is a seamless, almost cloudy fade.
Arte Clavo Product Picks:
- Sponge Gradients: Use Arte Clavo Air-Flow Sponges for streak-free blending.
- Colours: Peach Sorbet, Vanilla Sky, and Mint Breeze.
- Base: Milky White Builder Gel to make pastels pop.
- Tool: Arte Clavo Fan Brush for softening edges.
Pro Tip: Apply a thin layer of Arte Clavo Clear Builder Gel before sponging; this gives you working time to blend without premature drying.
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3. Gilded Garden: Builder Gel + Gem Embellishments
Florals and crystals are a classic pairing, but 2026 updates it with asymmetrical gem placement and encapsulated accents. Think single statement stones nestled among hand-painted buds.
Arte Clavo Product Picks:
- Base: Clear 5-in-1 Builder Gel for structure and encapsulation.
- Gems: Arte Clavo Aurora Borealis Crystals (mixed sizes) and Pearl Half-Dots.
- Adhesion: Arte Clavo Gem Fix Gel—thick enough to hold stones, self-levelling for smooth encapsulation.
- Tool: Arte Clavo Wax Pencil for precise gem placement.
Pro Tip: After placing gems, apply a small bead of builder gel over the top and cure. This locks them in securely and creates a smooth, high-shine surface.
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4. Modern Negative Space
Negative space nails feel fresh, modern, and unexpectedly romantic for spring. The key is architectural lines balanced with soft, sheer bases.
Arte Clavo Product Picks:
- Base: Sheer Glow Tint or Ghost Nude—translucent shades that let the natural nail show through.
- Design: Use Arte Clavo Liner Gel in Cloud White or Dusty Rose for precise, clean lines.
- Tool: Arte Clavo Long-Liner Brush for flawless, unbroken strokes.
Pro Tip: Place striping tape or nail stencils before painting to achieve razor-sharp edges. Cure the liner gel, then peel away the tape for a perfect negative space design.
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5. Textured & 3D Gel Art
Three-dimensional nail art continues to dominate, and spring 2026 embraces organic, fluid textures—think dewdrops, flowing water, and soft ripples.
Arte Clavo Product Picks:
- Base: Arte Clavo Thick Builder Gel for sculpting dimension.
- Texture: Arte Clavo 3D Gel—holds its shape perfectly for raised details.
- Colour: Aquamarine and Frosted Lavender for a fresh, watery look.
- Finish: Matte Top Coat to make the 3D elements stand out visually.
Pro Tip: Create “water droplets” by placing tiny dots of thick gel and curing upside down to encourage a perfect dome shape.
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6. Iridescent Layers & Swirls
Iridescent finishes capture spring light beautifully. This year, the trend is layered translucency—swirls of shimmer that shift as you move.
Arte Clavo Product Picks:
- Base: Pearlescent White or Opal Pink.
- Swirls: Mix *Arte Clavo Iridescent Pigment Powder* with *Clear Top Coat* to create custom sheer shimmers.
- Tool: Arte Clavo Fine Liner for controlled swirl application.
- Top Coat: High-Shine Non-Wipe Top Coat to maximise the iridescent effect.
Pro Tip: Apply the pigment mixture over a partially cured colour, then gently drag a dotting tool through it for soft, marbled swirls.
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Your Spring 2026 Kit: Arte Clavo Essentials
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Bases | Sheer Pink Builder Gel, Milky White, Natural Nude Pastels | Cherry Blossom, Lilac Mist, Mint Breeze, Peach Sorbet Effects | Iridescent Pigments, Liner Gels, 3D Sculpting Gel Tools | Detail Brush (00), Fan Brush, Dotting Tool, Wax Pencil Embellishments | Aurora Crystals, Pearl Dots, Gold Micro Beads Finishes | No-Wipe Top Coat, Matte Top Coat |
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Ready to create? Spring is the perfect season to experiment with lightness, texture, and delicate detail. Whether you’re crafting tiny floral gardens or sculpting liquid-looking textures, Arte Clavo’s precision formulas and professional tools make every design achievable.
Tag us in your spring creations—we can’t wait to see how you interpret the season’s fresh, flourishing trends. 🌸
