To get the perfect curve while DIYing at home, just mirror your cuticle shape!

If you thought sky-high heels and fancy party dresses were the only covetable styles to hit the spring Fashion Week runways, think again! Look a little closer and you’ll notice a slew of standout, must-try nail trends headed our way soon—and the best part is, you can get a jump on these trends now! And why not? As the amazing Essie told us, it’s the only makeup that you get to see all day!

For a prim, proper, grown-up nail look, check out the demure manicures that Essie outfitted models with at Zac Posen. Instead of trimming all the models’ nails short and uniform, Essie kept them at an elegant length, making sure to file the tips into a flattering shape. To get the perfect curve while DIYing at home, just mirror your cuticle shape!