Create simple autumn nail art with this tortoiseshell tutorial
Texas-based nail artist, educator & international competition judge, Halyna Kaliugina, shares how to achieve tortoiseshell nails in six simple steps… Halyna is a multi award-winning Nailympia competitor, recognised for her precision work, creative nail art and competition designs. The founder of Texas-based nail studio, LiNails, scooped the Art Winner of Winners trophy at Nailympia San…
Read MoreSpot on leopard print nail art: step-by-step guide
Karyna Kyliushyk is a Ukrainian nail artist who won a bronze medal in the Manicure Poster category (Division 3) at Nailympia Anaheim 2026, and gold medal for Joy of Nails (Division 2) at Nailympia San Antonio 2025. Here, she shares a tutorial to level up leopard print nail art… You will need: Gel polish base coat. Amber…
Read More5-step tortoiseshell nail art for tantalising talons
Katie Lou Pritchard, brand ambassador for Hara Professional, shares her foolproof method to achieving this luxe layered tortoiseshell look. Don’t be intimidated by the depth and detail; it’s simpler than it looks, and the results are nothing short of stunning. Katie used the Hara Professional Tortoiseshell Nail Bundle to create the design. Products used, available…
Read MoreLeopard print nail art tutorial: 4 simple steps
Session nail stylist, salon owner & educator, Marie-Louise Coster, shares a step-by-step for leopard print styling. She used Artistic Nail Design Colour Gloss shades, available in the UK via www.sweetsquared.com Follow Marie-Louise: Instagram: @mlcnailartist Facebook: Marie-Louise Coster Nail Artist
Read MoreGet wild with these 14 jungle animal nail designs
The hit television programme, I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! is back for 2025, and nail techs are taking inspiration from the jungle to create critter-tastic and un-frog-ettable nail looks. Keep scrolling to see their unique takes on jungle inhabitants…
Read MoreBlonde tortoiseshell nails: 22 blonde twists on tortie print
A lighter twist on tortoiseshell nails, blonde tortie nail styles swap out traditional warm brown hues for a milky base, paired with dark speckled details. Check out our roundup of blonde tortoiseshell nails below…
Read More50 timeless tortoiseshell nail art ideas
Tortoiseshell patterns offer a chic take on animal print nail art, fitting an array of styles from block finishes and feature nails to French tips. Check out our roundup of tortie nail design inspiration from Instagram below…
Read MoreHow to create tortoiseshell nail art in 6 steps
Mii Pro ambassador, Hayley McColm of @h.e.r_nails, shares how to perfect tortoiseshell nail art using Mii Statement Gel Polish, available via www.gerrardinternational.com.
Read MoreNail art tutorial: golden cow print tips
Jemma Ball, owner of Jemma Elizabeth Beauty, Staffordshire, created this cow print alternative French manicure, with a touch of gold foil. She used CNDTM products, which are available in the UK via www.sweetsquared.com. Check out her step-by-step below…
Read MoreGo wild with 4 steps to create leopard print French tips
The team at Glitterbels shares this bold yet elegant design, perfect for a night out, special event or whenever you feel like showing off your creative flair. Whether you keep it classic or customise with different colours, this leopard print French manicure is a guaranteed conversation starter. Products available via www.glitterbels.com
Read MoreSlither into the Year of the Snake in style: 15 nail art ideas to celebrate Chinese New Year 2025
Chinese New Year 2025 is celebrated on January 29th, welcoming the Year of the Snake. The nail industry is no stranger to snake-inspired designs, from snakeskin prints and hand-painted characters to 3D creations. However, if you’d rather steer clear of animal motifs, embracing the colours of the event is another stylish alternative. No matter how…
Read More7 steps to create leopard print nail art with bow accents
Leopard print meets delicate pearls and bows with this roar-some nail art design. Han Heekyung, BANDI educator, shares how to achieve the look in seven steps, using products from the BANDI brand, available via www.bandi-cosmetics.co.uk. Originally published by Nailholic. Editor: Hyun Sun Photo: Kim Sung Sun
Read MoreAutumn nail trend: 22 leopard print manicures to note
Leopard print nails have always been a fan-favourite amongst nail enthusiasts, but recently the animal-inspired print has been particularly popular. From French tips and nail art, to 3D designs and even hand-painted leopards themselves, clients have become creative, requesting fun twists on the typical leopard mani. Here’s 22 leopard print nail looks to inspire your…
Read MoreTired of leopard nails? Nail techs create 50 animal print manicures with a trendy twist: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge
Check out entries to the 11 September 2024 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Animal print with a twist. Each nail style was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #ShowScratch #CreativeChallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday.
Read More35 udderly beautiful cow print nail designs you need to try
Cow print has taken over our Instagram feed – and we’re obsessed! Check out this roundup of moo-velous nail designs…
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