Elevate your summer nails with KiiiKiii 

If you have been swooning over the playful, hyper-feminine aesthetic of rising fashion icons KiiiKiii, their eye-catching nail art deserves a permanent spot on your mood board. Behind many of the group's most iconic sets is visionary nail artist Fantashyee, a Seoul- and Shanghai-based creative celebrated for crafting intricate, dreamlike miniature works of art. From nostalgic Showa-era motifs to dramatic Y2K metallic shifts, her designs seamlessly blend sweet romanticism with edgy, modern polish

Picture: Instagram @fantashyee

High-shine metallic chrome 

Picture: Instagram @fantashyee

If clean lines with a high-impact finish are more your speed, opt for a full-set solid metallic manicure. Ditching traditional flat cream polish, this look utilises ultra-reflective chrome powders in vivid shades of electric pink, icy blue, emerald green and liquid obsidian. Applied over long, tapered almond or coffin extensions, the mirror-like sheen catches the summer sunlight at every angle, offering a sleek, futuristic contrast to feminine warm-weather outfits. 

Modern gyaru glamour 

Picture: Instagram @fantashyee

Tapping into 90s and early 2000s Tokyo street culture, the Gyaru-inspired manicure is an unashamed celebration of maximalism. This style layer bold leopard print patterns over sheer blush or glitter bases, further embellished with chunky heart gemstones, fine silver shimmer and delicate anime motifs. It is a playful, high-energy set that brings an undeniable sense of confidence and retro glamour to your everyday looks. 

Multi-element Y2k liquid metal 

Picture: Instagram @fantashyee

The multi-element Y2K set brings together the best of modern nail technology in one cohesive design. Combining soft gradients, fluid 3D chrome "liquid metal" drips, molten meteorite textures and fine glitter accents, this aesthetic captures the fluid, ethereal energy of the turn of the millennium. It is an artistic, dimensional choice for anyone wanting a truly bespoke manicure that feels fresh out of a sci-fi dreamscape. 

Showa tea party & cake florals 

Picture: Instagram @fantashyee

For those who adore sweet, nostalgic charm, fantashyee’s floral series reimagines vintage afternoon tea into wearable nail art. Inspired by Showa-era teacups, delicate porcelain floral patterns and retro dessert motifs like caramel pudding and piped cake frosting, this aesthetic relies on soft pastel bases adorned with 3D details. Delicate roses and miniature cream swirls give each nail a tactile, storybook quality that feels both charming and delightfully eccentric. 

Statement rhinestone crust 

Picture: Instagram @fantashyee

For ultimate evening drama, nothing compares to a full cover-set of oversized rhinestones. Moving away from subtle accent stones, this look completely encrusts each nail bed with a curated mix of multi-faceted crystals, teardrop gems, and iridescent pearls. The result is a sparkling, chandelier-like effect that transforms your hands into the ultimate luxury accessory for summer soirées and festival nights alike. 

Also see: 5 Korean It-girl brands to recreate NewJeans’ style