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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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30+ anti-Valentine’s nail ideas for those not feeling the romance

By Scratch Staff | 28 January 2025

For those who aren’t fans of Valentine’s Day, check out our roundup of alternative nail designs by pros…

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15 stylish Aquarius nail art ideas to celebrate your zodiac birthday

By Lilly Delmage | 27 January 2025

January 20 to February 18 officially marks Aquarius season! If you’re looking to celebrate your own (or someone special’s) birthday, a zodiac-inspired manicure is the perfect accessory to enhance the celebrations. Scroll down for 15 nail art designs to inspire your bespoke birthday look…

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Tutorial: Dalmatian heart nail art for Valentine’s Day

By Guest Writer | 24 January 2025

Holly Morris-Last of Hollystic Nails, Lancashire, shares the nine steps behind this chic Dalmatian print heart nail design for Valentine’s Day.

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21 Scottish-themed nail designs to celebrate Burns Night

By Scratch Staff | 24 January 2025

Burns Night takes place annually on 25 January and is a celebration of the life and work of Scottish poet & lyricist, Robert Burns, on what would have been his birthday. Scots often commemorate the occasion with a cèilidh (social event with dancing) and a supper, where they enjoy a…

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Nail Valentine’s manicures with these 50 love-ly mix & match nails

By Scratch Staff | 24 January 2025

Why settle for just one nail design when you can mix things up with multiple? Mix and match nails are always on-trend, and they’re proving a popular choice for Valentine’s Day. Check out our roundup of designs below…

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Nail tutorial: chrome hearts design for Valentine’s Day

By Guest Writer | 19 January 2025

Holly Morris-Last of Hollystic Nails, Lancashire, shares how she created this love-ly chrome style for Valentine’s Day.

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