I Tried Selena Gomez's "Velvet" Nails With the Help of Her Manicurist

Is there anyone who doesn't love the soft, luxe feeling of velvet? We'll wait. The plush textile has taken center stage this year, its comeback aligning with a larger shift toward tactile luxury and a craving for materials that feel as indulgent as they look. With velvet being embraced across fashion, interior design, and accessories, it comes as no surprise that it's inched its way into the beauty scene, too, particularly when it comes to nails. Velvet nails are meant to mimic the soft, reflective quality of actual velvet fabric, and with Selena Gomez a big fan of the look, I knew I had to . . .