Lace French tip: simple & elegant nail art tutorial
Rachel Mansfield is an East Sussex-based nail artist, who you may know by her business name: Pretty Perfect Nails 2017. She has created a community of over 45K nail enthusiasts on Instagram, and supports global nail techs by breaking down nail designs into simple steps. Here, she shares how to incorporate trending nail pattern: lace, into…
Read MoreAdd some spook to summer with the Summerween nail trend
Ghosts wearing bikinis and sipping margaritas? Yes please. Watermelon carving? Absolutely. Say hello to Summerween. If you can’t wait until October to bust out pumpkin faces and spiderwebs, Summerween is for you. Featuring monster month favourites soaking up the sun, this trend is making summer spook-tacular – and it works perfectly on nails. Have a…
Read More24 pearl nail designs you need to try this spring
Elevate spring nail styling with a touch of pearlescent elegance. The past few years have seen shimmer take on a whole new identity. From chrome glazes to glass effects, shiny sheens are ultimate nail goals. This spring/summer, we are set to see a rise in pearlescent finishes, with Pinterest Predicts 2026 stating: “Gen Z and…
Read MoreTurn heads with these 55 mesmerising cat eye nail ideas
Cat eye nails are trending, featuring an eye-catching, shimmering finish. Inspired by the reflective nature of a cat’s eye, the look is created using magnetic gel polish, which when passed over with a magnet, shifts to produce a plethora of patterns. If you’re looking to make a nail statement, this illusion design is purr-fect. Northern…
Read MoreMaster the art of butterfly nails with this step-by-step guide
Follow this tutorial by award-winning Ukrainian nail artist, Karyna Kyliushyk, to produce butterfly nail art that will ‘flutter’ any client… Karyna placed first at Nailympia San Antonio 2025 for the Joy of Nails category (Division 2). You will need: Gel polish base coat. Blue gel polish (Karyna used OPI GelColor in Blue Them All Away.) Blue cat eye…
Read More40+ bow nail designs that are trending right now
Add a touch of delicate sophistication to nails with bow styling: a big trend for 2025, seen on the fashion catwalk, homeware and of course, nails. Check out our roundup of bow nail art inspiration below…
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 More15 Mean Girls nail designs that are so fetch
Don’t just limit pink to Wednesdays: take inspiration from our roundup of oh-so fetch nail designs inspired by iconic teen comedy film and musical, Mean Girls…
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 More30 polka dot nails: go dotty for the celebrity-approved nail art trend
From Hailey Bieber’s butter yellow dots to Dua Lipa’s monochrome polka pattern and Sabrina Carpenter’s neutral take on the trend, A-listers are enjoying this simple yet effective nail design. Not just a summer style, Pinterest Trends reports that searches for autumnal iterations are skyrocketing, with earthy shades such as brown and green among the most…
Read MorePicnic nails are the sweetest summer trend: here’s 20 nail art ideas
It’s officially picnic season! Nail enthusiasts are expressing their love for the summer activity with themed nail art, featuring gingham picnic blanket patterns, delicious spreads and even bug friends. The trend is super versatile, whether you’re a French tip fan, 3D enthusiast or love mix ‘n’ match looks. Whatever your style, check out our roundup…
Read MoreWhat’s the deal with fish nails? Here are 20 designs to catch the eye
It’s National Fishing Month! Celebrate with the catch of the day… Aquatic designs have dominated this summer, with our finned friends being splashed across nail designs. If you haven’t tried the trend, maybe one of these designs from Instagram will get you hooked?
Read More60 chrome nail ideas to help you stay on-trend in 2025
Chrome styling has dominated the nail scene for a long while now, and isn’t going anywhere. Check out our pick of versatile design inspiration, from gleaming, natural looks to eye-catching masterpieces, to help you achieve the nail trend…
Read MoreSummer nail art tutorial: blooming French tips & hibiscus flowers
Scratch Stars Gel Polish Stylist of the Year finalist 2025, Carrie Williams, shares a step-by-step guide for this summer style, featuring blooming effects at the tips and hibiscus flowers.
Read MoreLooking for a sweet summer nail trend? Here are 20 ice cream manicures for inspiration
What screams summer more than ice cream? Nail enthusiasts are taking inspiration from the refreshing treat for nail art, with designs featuring sprinkles, syrup and waffle cone patterns. Scroll to browse ice cream-inspired manicures that are almost good enough to eat!
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