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Wedding nails: 40 classy & chic bridal nail art ideas

By Rebecca Hitchon | 30 April 2025

Here comes the bridal nail design! Whatever the wedding style, we’ve rounded up elegant nail looks that are perfect for the big day, courtesy of nail pros on Instagram. Check out our pick of beautiful bridal manicure inspiration below…

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15 nail art design ideas for St. George’s Day

By Scratch Staff | 23 April 2025

23 April marks St. George’s Day: the anniversary of the patron saint of England’s death in 303 AD. Legend is that a dragon was slain by St. George, and his symbol is a red cross over a white backdrop: the same symbol incorporated into the English flag. Check out themed…

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Taurus birthday nails: 20 nail art ideas for the zodiac sign

By Rebecca Hitchon | 21 April 2025

Taurus season is upon us, lasting from April 19 to May 20, and what better way to celebrate the second zodiac sign than through nail art? Taurus’ symbol is the bull, portraying strength and determination, and offers an ideal way to incorporate the earth sign into nail designs. Check out…

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Festive French manicure tutorial: how to achieve Christmas holly nails

By Guest Writer | 25 November 2024

This festive French design was created by Halo VIP, Hari Hatfield, using products from the brand. Learn how to recreate it below…

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How to paint a cute candy cane & snowflake nail design for Christmas

By Guest Writer | 22 November 2024

Norwich make-up & nail artist, Tabby Castro, created this Christmas design using products from Artistic Nail Design, available in the UK via Sweet Squared. Check out the step-by-step below…

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How to create an intricate, 3D Christmas bauble nail design

By Guest Writer | 20 November 2024

Recreate this ornate bauble design by Magpie Beauty educator, Sophie Hudd, for the Christmas season by following her steps below…

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How to paint an adorable Santa Claus nail in 9 steps

By Guest Writer | 19 November 2024

Santa Claus is coming to town! Check out this step-by-step by nail educator, Eliza Sinoradzka.

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How to paint a winter mittens nail design

By Guest Writer | 18 November 2024

Stay warm this winter with this seasonal mittens design by The Pro Gel. Recreate with the step-by-step below…

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60 poppy nail design ideas for Remembrance Day

By Scratch Staff | 8 November 2024

Remembrance Day falls on 11 November and presents an opportunity to honour members of the armed forces that have died in the line of duty, with the poppy being a symbol of remembrance. Here, we share nail designs to mark the occasion…

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