8. African Tribal Inspiration

Rich legacy of tribal designs and strong color combinations from Africa informs African-inspired nail art. Artists modernize old designs by integrating traditional symbols and motifs from many areas. Using earth tones and strong colors captures the traditional fabrics and natural surroundings. Often using symbolic representation, geometric shapes and abstract patterns are rather prominent and tell stories. The distinctive technique to pattern-making and color mixing of the style has attracted attention worldwide and shaped nail art trends.