16 stunning nail designs for Scorpio season
22 October to 21 November marks the season of Scorpio. The eighth astrological sign, Scorpio is ruled by Mars and Pluto, and those born within this celestial period are said to have traits such as fierce passion, determination, intuition and mystery. Often described as magnetic characters that others are drawn…
30 beautiful brown nail art ideas for the perfect mocha mani
We are officially back in brown, baby! As one of the nail shade stars of the autumn/winter season, it is only right that we round up some earthy inspo to aid mocha manicures…
Plum perfect: 38 purple nail designs & products to get your creative juices flowing
According to WGSN’s Global Colour Forecast, purple is set to be a big hit. The report states: “Purple is a culturally emotive colour with links to royalty, love, mystery and spirituality.” Enter plum: a universally loved fruit and stunning nail shade. Plum is incredibly versatile; the hue can be worn…
3D Halloween nail art: Prepare to scare with these 13 designs
Spooky season is officially upon us, and with the 3D nail trend booming, why not combine both in nail looks? Get inspired by our roundup of 3D Halloween manicures below – the perfect way to elevate fancy dress costumes and bring spooky styling to life!
38 ‘showgirl orange’ nail designs & products inspired by Taylor Swift’s The Life of a Showgirl
Swifties are screaming right now (and that includes me). Taylor Swift has announced her 12th album, revealing the title, track list, cover art and release date. Each of Taylor’s ‘eras’ have focused on a specific colour, and this time, orange is having its moment. To help celebrate TS12: The Life…
30 flirty heart nail designs to get your pulse racing
The classic heart: an evergreen symbol of love and affection that also happens to be incredibly aesthetically pleasing. Though February is the heart’s peak time, nail designs featuring the cute emblem are a yes year-round! Here are 30 inspo pics that will set your heart aflutter…
18 navy nail designs to note
There are a few colours that shine during the colder months, one of which is navy. The deep blue hue encompasses the earthy, rich tones of autumn, giving nails an elegance that transcends shape, style and occasion. Take a look at these navy nail ideas for your next autumn/winter mani…
Find your inner peace with 20 nail designs celebrating the Libra star sign
It’s Libra season! The seventh sign of the zodiac governs between September 23 and October 22. Symbolised by the scales of balance, Libras are known for traits of balance, harmony, peace and justice. An air sign with Venus as its ruling planet, those with this star sign are often sociable…
Feast your eyes on 15 nail designs inspired by food
Check out entries to the 24 September 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Your favourite meal. Each nail style was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #ShowScratch #CreativeChallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday. Take a look at these…
Sweater season shades: the autumn/winter nail collections you need for 2025
As the colder months and darker days approach, so do product launches containing our favourite harvest hues and winter washes. Here are some AW25 collections to elevate your nails with seasonal sophistication… Lead nail image courtesy of Gelish & Morgan Taylor Andreia Professional MEOWGIC Cat Eye Effect Gel Polish Collection,…
Formula 1-inspired nail art ideas for F1 racing fans
Whether you’re team Ferrari or Mercedes, fuel your passion for Formula 1 with themed nail art looks. Race to nail perfection by taking inspiration from these designs shared online by nail pros…
Silver nails are trending: here are 20 looks to show off the shine
A new nail trend is taking over, this time pioneered by TikTok. Content creator, Amanda Chen (@amandasujin), garnered a lot of attention when her video showing her silver nail polish picks went viral. Hailed as the ‘new neutral’, silver nails are everywhere, with Google analytics reporting a 48% increase in…
20 trendy & timeless jewel tone nail ideas for gemstone lovers
As we look towards the coming months, autumn/winter trends are waking from hibernation, ready to take the nail industry by storm. This year, jewel-themed nails are set to be a big hit. From dazzling jewel tones to daring gemstone embellishments, autumn/winter is all about celebrating sparkly stones! Here are 20…
Embrace your wild side with 20 animal print nail designs
Animal print has long been a classic nail design, but today, we see all sorts of colourful and textured iterations that are making nail techs and clients go wild! Here are 20 animal print designs to go feral for…
Step right up! 35 carnival-themed nail designs that will steal the show
Check out entries to the 30 July 2025 nail art challenge from Scratch, in which techs were tasked with creating a design to fit the theme: Carnival. Each nail style was submitted via Instagram or Facebook using #ShowScratch #CreativeChallenge. Follow Scratch on Instagram and Facebook for future Creative Challenges – launching every other Wednesday.
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