Chae Jung-an on the 'Bare Nail' Wealth Trend: 'I'm Not Even Upper Class'

Actress Chae Jung-an has once again charmed fans with her signature candid wit and realistic beauty philosophy.

In a recent video on her YouTube channel, Chae Jung-an TV, she revealed her summer foot care routine and shared her thoughts on the "bare nails" trend currently sweeping the beauty industry.

In the video released on the 6th, Chae opened by noting, "I heard that bare hands and feet are emerging as a symbol of wealth these days. Especially bare nails."

She continued, "I actually don't do nails often. I only get pedicures," revealing a preference for natural grooming over flashy decorations.

The trend aligns with the rise of "Quiet Luxury" in the fashion and beauty industries, which emphasizes natural elegance over excessive ornamentation. The "bare nails" Chae mentioned do not signify neglect, but rather a clean, well-groomed, and natural aesthetic.

"I think people feel that being authentic is luxurious," Chae explained. "So, I think there is a reason why bare nails are trending."

She couldn't resist adding a characteristic playful joke to the conversation.

"They say this is the sensibility of the upper class," she said, drawing laughter from viewers. "But even though I'm not part of the upper class, I've been going around with bare nails like this for years."

While self-deprecating, the joke highlighted Chae's practical approach to beauty.

"Even if one aims for an upper-class look, the basis of bare nails is being in a cleanly maintained state. That is the real point," she emphasized.

She explained that the true key is not expensive embellishments or flashy styling, but basic cleanliness and consistent maintenance.

Chae is widely admired for her ageless style and honest personality. In this video, she once again resonated with the public by sharing her philosophy of looking effortless yet being thoroughly well-maintained.