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20 Fun Back-to-School Nails for Teachers and Nostalgic Parents
These easy to create designs definitely get an A+.
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At the beginning of a new school year, everyone wants to look their best, including teachers, students, and even parents who may be dropping their kids off in the morning. Halls and classrooms will be filled with new backpacks, school supplies, and carefully thought out first day of school outfits. But one accessory that may be an afterthought for teachers and parents is their nails. For teachers, cute back-to-school nail designs will not only make you feel like you can take on the school new year with confidence, but will also catch the eye of your students and others around the building. You can learn a lot about someone by their nails and no matter what your style is, whether that's minimal or intricate details, there's a nail look to fit everyone's taste.
But if you're a parent reminiscing about their school days, back-to-school nails will fill you with nostalgic thoughts and maybe even prompt some words of wisdom to give to your kids who are going back. These nail designs include apple art, chalkboard prints, and even crayon-inspired sets to spark creativity for the new school year. And if you're into more subtle nails, there's also cute twists on classics like French manicures, fall colors, and vivid floral designs. Whether you're looking for inspiration to take to your nail technician or you want to have a go at creating these designs yourself, these back-to-school nail ideas will get your excited about the new school year.
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