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40 Pride nail art ideas to spread love & acceptance

By Rebecca Hitchon | 1 August 2025

Pride is dedicated to celebrating the global LGBTQ+ community, as well as promoting acceptance and equality. Check out themed designs by nail artists on Instagram incorporating the rainbow Pride flag and other inclusivity symbols…

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Euro 2025: simple football pitch nail design tutorial

By Guest Writer | 25 July 2025

Francesca Paliotto is an Italian nail artist & educator. She has been awarded 27 Nailympia Competitions medals, as well as an Art Winner of Winners accolade and two Winner of Winners trophies. Here, she shares how to paint a salon-friendly football pitch style on a nail.

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Leo season: 12 zodiac-inspired nail art ideas

By Jess Watts | 24 July 2025

Leo season typically spans from July 23 to August 22. If you’re looking for birthday nails, or just want to embrace the adventurous spirit of the Leo zodiac, now is the time to check out nail inspo! One of the three zodiac fire signs, Leo’s are known for their confidence,…

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3D nail art for Chinese New Year 2024

By Guest Writer | 21 January 2024

Welcome the Chinese New Year, celebrated on 10 February, with Avelitte Total Beauty Shop owner, Kim Hee Ra, who serves up this 3D design ready for the Year of the Dragon. Products used: Nail file. From The Nail Base Gel. From The Nail Non-Wipe Top Gel. From The Nail Non-Wipe…

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Spark clients Christmas spirit with 37 festive foliage-inspired nail art designs

By Scratch Staff | 30 December 2023

We love some mistletoe, a Christmas garland or a festive wreath on nails. We’ve rounded up 25 festive foliage nail art looks to inspire creations…

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20 alternative Christmas nail art looks

By Scratch Staff | 21 December 2023

Looking for Christmas nail styles with an alternative twist? Explore the dark side of nail art with gothcore-inspired takes on festive designs.

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20 pink Christmas nail art ideas you need to try

By Scratch Staff | 20 December 2023

After Barbiecore dominated summer 2023 nail trends, it’s no surprise that pink is still making waves this winter. Swap out summer’s hot pinks, plus traditional, seasonal shades of red and green, for winter-approved soft pinks and blush tones, with an added splash of festive fun.

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Winter penguin nail

By Guest Writer | 18 December 2023

IKON.IQ Nails global educator, Stella Sampson, has created this winter penguin nail art tutorial.

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Velvet nails: 20 shimmering styles for the changing seasons

By Scratch Staff | 30 November 2023

Add textured elegance to nails with the return of velvet-effect looks, offering multi-dimensional, softly shimmering styles. Opt for an eye-catching velvet design with deep or bold nail hues, or add subtle sparkle with champagne and gold tones. Check out our roundup of 20 velvet nail looks below…

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