Planning your next manicure may seem trivial compared to larger priorities — like, say, voting in the upcoming presidential election. However, the two are not mutually exclusive; in fact, one of the most of-the-moment beauty trends on Instagram is coupling nail art with the PSA to get out and vote.
Ahead, we’ve rounded up all the chic typography manicures that spell out V-O-T-E. Whether you’re into optimistic bright colors and groovy fonts or a minimalist black-and-white callout, scroll through for manicure inspiration aplenty. Even if you’re one of the some 50 million Americans who’ve already voted via mail-in ballot, there’s no reason you can’t still wear (and post) your favorite design. Who knows? Your statement might just inspire a procrastinating follower to map out their voting strategy for November 3rd.
Editorial nail artist Taryn Granados wears her not-so-subtle shoutout with happy colors and bubble letters. Bonus points for turning the “V” into a heart.
Match your modern and trendy acrylic tips with some old-English typography, like L.A.-based nail artist Salina Néou.