Why we've been painting our nails for centuries
From Egyptian mummies to Harry Styles, people have adorned their nails throughout history, playing with patterns, colors and lengths. Today, global nail trends often tell stories about gender, identity and even the economy.

This video is part of CNN Style's series "As We Are."
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