March 3 marks China's Lantern Festival (celebrated annually on the 15th day of the first lunar month) in 2026.
For girls worldwide embracing the viral "Becoming Chinese" trend, a festive manicure is the perfect way to celebrate—rooted in China's tradition of getting festive new looks on major holidays, which symbolize good fortune and cultural immersion.
In Guangdong, China's manufacturing hub, a South reporter gets unique Lantern Festival-themed designs on her nails, not done by a human manicurist but printed by a nail printing machine in under three minutes.
Nail printers have become a social media sensation, racking up hundreds of millions of views online. The version in Guangdong comes with 2,000 built-in patterns and supports custom image uploads. It truly can be every girl's dream gadget to spruce up daily looks and festive styles alike.
Reporter | Huang Xinyi
Video | Guo Hongda
Poster | Lai Meiya
