SPRING/SUMMER

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Picnic nails are the sweetest summer trend: here’s 20 nail art ideas

By Scratch Staff | 2 August 2025

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…

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What’s the deal with fish nails? Here are 20 designs to catch the eye

By Jess Watts | 30 July 2025

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?

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Radiate good karma with these evil eye amulet nail art designs

By Scratch Staff | 26 July 2025

Eye spy this trend taking over Instagram! Unlock the energy of the Turkish nazar or Greek mati (amulets used as protection against the ‘evil eye’) with our roundup of themed designs from Instagram…

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Minimalistic leaf nail art

By Guest Writer | 11 July 2021

Crystal Nails UK brand ambassador, Barbara Szollosi, has created this minimalistic leaf nail design using bold summer shades as a base.

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Pretty in pale pink nails

By Kat Hill | 6 July 2021

Out with decadent hues and in with the delicate! Pale pink nails will ensure clients stay in style…

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Watermelon nail art

By Guest Writer | 28 June 2021

Crystal Nails brand ambassador, Barbara Szollosi, has created this summery watermelon nail art using products available via www.crystalnails4u.co.uk

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Dot nails

By Callie Iley | 24 June 2021

Kylie Jenner’s dot manicure by Chaun Legend has taken over the nail art world! Check out our roundup of reader designs inspired by Kylie’s set below…

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Mellow yellow nails

By Kat Hill | 22 June 2021

Missing the sunshine? Bring back summer vibes with these sunny yellow tones…

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Pink summer floral nail art

By Guest Writer | 17 June 2021

Salon System nail expert, Julie-Anne Larivière, has created this stunning summery floral step-by-step using the GELLUX Ready to Rock collection, available via wholesalers nationwide

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