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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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How to create foil & chrome pumpkin nails for Halloween

By Guest Writer | 2 October 2024

Pure Nails educator, Nicole Dowling, has created this frighteningly fabulous foil and chrome pumpkin design for Halloween, and shares the step-by-step using Halo products, available here.

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How to paint a sweet Halloween scene on nails

By Guest Writer | 1 October 2024

Try your hand at this spooky but sweet scene featuring a witch and her pet cat, by international nail artist & educator, Anastasiia Morozova.

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Casper the Ghost nail step-by-step – from an award-winning nail artist

By Guest Writer | 30 September 2024

Freehand nail artist, Gemma Dawson, has created this Casper the Ghost nail design and shares a step-by-step for the nail art.

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How to create this spooky stamped skeleton design for Halloween

By Guest Writer | 30 September 2024

Create this spooky stamped skeleton nail style using products from Moyra. www.moyrastamping.com

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Crazy for cocktails? Get nails summer holiday ready with these sweet beverage-inspired manicures

By Lilly Delmage | 17 August 2024

Piña Coladas, Mojitos, Spicy Margaritas… must we go on? Summer holidays bode the perfect opportunity to relax on the beach with a sweet beverage in hand, but why stop there? Here’s a roundup of nail enthusiasts who have taken their love for cocktails to another level, flaunting their favourite drink…

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PHOTO GALLERY: The Scratch Stars Party 2024

By Helena Biggs | 23 July 2024

The UK&I nail industry was celebrated at The Scratch Stars Party on 21 July, which saw the winners of the 12th Scratch Stars Awards announced. The annual awards not only celebrate individual and collective achievements, but also foster a spirit of community and collaboration within the industry. Tailored to recognise…

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