5-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 MoreParty tartan nail art – shimmer style tutorial
Scratch 2025 columnist & Scratch Stars Ultimate Gel Polish Stylist, Jiak Hing, shares a step-by-step for this twinkling tartan look. “This tartan shimmer nail style is fun, elegant and pairs beautifully with a black tie event outfit,” she says. “The colour contrasts make the design pop, and tartan is a timeless autumn/winter pattern.” Follow Jiak…
Read MoreBurgundy nails are trending: here are 15 manicures for inspiration
‘Tis the season for burgundy manicures, showcasing the deep purple-red hue. The seasonal staple shade is trending throughout the fashion and beauty worlds, so we’ve rounded up burgundy manicures to inspire autumnal nail looks…
Read MorePumpkin stack step-by-step tutorial
Halo VIP, Holly Rodgers of Hr Beauty, Morton, provides an in-depth guide to recreating her iconic pumpkin stack nail design. You will need: Gel polish in a base shade of your choice. Gel polish in three different shades for the pumpkins. Black gel polish. Top coat of your choice. Holly used Halo Gel Polish in…
Read MoreSweater season nail art tutorial
Cosy up for sweater season with team Lecenté‘s guide to woolly jumper nail art… You will need: Mustard yellow gel polish. Matte top coat. Transluscent glitter powder. Detail nail art brush. The Lecenté team used the following, available via www.lecente.com: Lecenté Create Gel Polish in Stone’s Throw. Lecenté Matte Top Coat. Lecenté Clear Glitter Powder.
Read MorePretty polka dot nail guide
Nail artist, Simu of @simlynail, combines the polka dot nail trend with an autumnal colour scheme, using Mii Cosmetics Statement Gel Polish, available via www.gerrardinternational.com. Check out Simu’s tutorial for the look… You will need: Gel polish primer. Gel polish base coat. Sheer nude gel polish. Cornflower blue gel polish. Brown gel polish. Gel polish…
Read MoreChristmas nail art tutorial: glitter reindeer design
This sparkling reindeer style comes courtesy of Halo VIP, Abi Garvey – who shares a tutorial using the brand below…
Read MoreWinter nail art tutorial: glitter mitten
Recreate this magnificent mitten design by the team at Lecenté by following the step-by-step below…
Read MoreHow to: foil snowflake nails
Recreate these snowflake nails by Kimberly Johnstone of Lillie Beau Nails, using products from Lecenté, by following the step-by-step below…
Read MoreGo nutty for autumn nail art: here’s how to paint a squirrel on nails
Embrace the autumn season by recreating this adorable squirrel nail design by Nailchemy ambassador, Dannika Bernadette, using products from the brand. Check out the six steps below…
Read MoreAdd delicate details to winter nail styling with starburst nail art
Delicate and dainty starburst nail art is proving to be a popular choice for winter styling! Check out our roundup of designs below…
Read MoreSnowman nail art
Recreate this wintery snowman nail design by Nathalia Baker of Nat Baker Nails by following the step-by-step below…
Read More25 tartan print nail designs for the autumn/winter season
Keep in check this season with tartan takes on nail styling. Check out our roundup of designs below…
Read More30 berry toned nails to inspire your A/W nail creations
Deep plum tones, punchy purples and muted mauves are proving to be popular hues this autumn/winter. Check out our roundup of berry-toned reader designs below…
Read More30+ seasonal swirl styles to stay on-trend for AW23
Swirl nails were one of the hottest trends of the year, and they’re not going away as autumn approaches! Check out our roundup of swirl nails in autumnal tones below…
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