Matching manicures: 15 stylish nail art ideas for friends, family & couples
Because who doesn’t want a matching manicure with their nearest and dearest? The 2025 Pinterest Predicts report states that consumers are focusing on their personal connections to inspire beauty choices. The search term, ‘friends matching nails’, has risen by 35%, so expect clients to seek similar looks to friends, family and partners. We’ve rounded up…
Read More16 Aries nail art designs that are fiery & stylish
Zodiac nails are trending, and it’s time to celebrate Aries babies with fiery and bold designs. The Aries star sign typically governs from March 21 to April 19. So, if you’re looking for a birthday manicure or simply enjoy aligning nails with the zodiac, it’s the perfect time to draw inspiration from Aries-themed nail art.…
Read MoreChina on your hand? Porcelain nails are trending: here’s 20 designs we love
English pop group, T’Pau, topped the UK singles chart in the ’80s with ‘China In Your Hand’, and who knew that almost 40 years later, wearing china on the hands – specifically nails – would be so popular? Porcelain or china-inspired nail art captures the delicate beauty of traditional blue and white ceramic patterns, often…
Read MoreGet lucky with these 50 St. Patrick’s Day nail art designs: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge
Check out entries to the 12 March 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Feeling lucky. 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 MoreHow to create girl power nail art for International Women’s Day
Nail artist & educator, Julie-Anne Larivière, has created a girl power nail step-by-step to celebrate International Women’s Day. *Originally created using GELLUX
Read MoreInternational Women’s Day: 5 steps to create female outline nails
Norwich nail artist, Tabby Casto, has created a purple pierced design with female outlines to celebrate International Women’s Day, using Artistic Nail Design – available in the UK via Sweet Squared.
Read MoreGet Jennifer Lopez’s nail look with 30 butterfly nail art designs
Butterfly nail art: the perfect spring accessory being worn by celebrities. Celeb nail tech, Tom Bachik, shared a photo of singer, JLo’s, butterfly nail art on Instagram, captioning the design ‘Butterfly Kisses’. The singer opted for black hand-painted butterfly outlines, enhanced with Swarovski crystals for a touch of sophistication and glam. The design has inspired…
Read More23 adorable Jellycat-inspired nails you can’t resist: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge
Check out entries to the 29 January 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Jellycats. 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 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 MoreAustralia Day nails: Take a journey down under with these nail art ideas
G’day, nail lovers! Drawing inspiration from the outback, adorn your nails with Australia-themed art for Australia Day, the country’s national day. Whether you’re a fan of the furry friends of the region – like kangaroos, koalas and quokkas – or you’re eager to fly the Aussie flag high, we’ve gathered inspiration…
Read MoreManifest your 2025 goals with 20 New Year’s resolution nails: #ShowScratch Creative Challenge
Check out entries to the 15 January 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: New Year’s resolutions. 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 MoreSquid Game fans, you need to check out these 21 nail art designs
Following the hype of its first season, Netflix’s South Korean dystopian show, Squid Game, is back with a second series – and it’s inspiring nail art. Check out our roundup of incredible Squid Game nail styles below…
Read MoreMark New Year’s Eve in style with this clock nail tutorial
Tick tock, it’s nail o’clock! Try your hand at this pretty clock-themed nail design with a touch of sparkle, courtesy of Eliza Sinoradzka, an international educator from Gloucester. Eliza used the following products from Indigo Nails UK: Gel Polish in Mr. Black Gel Polish in Mr. White White Arte Brillante Gel Brush Black Poison Arte…
Read More30 adorable Christmas gonk nail ideas you’ll want to try
Merry Gonkmas! To help you bring a cute touch to festive styling, we’ve rounded up 30 nail art looks inspired by the loveable Christmas gonk…
Read More30+ mix & match nail looks for the ultimate festive fingertips
Rock all of the Christmas nail trends by opting for a festive mix & match design. Check out our roundup of reader designs below…
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