Raise a glass to these 22 cocktail nail design ideas
Fancy a French 75? Manifesting a Manhattan? Partial to a Pimm’s? These nail designs have it all. Whether you are a cocktail, mocktail or straight-up shot person, here’s some nail inspo to make happy hour even more jolly…
Butter yellow summer is almost over: here’s why you should make way for mustard
Butter yellow took over the world this spring/summer, with the pastel hue dominating décor, outfits and nails. But autumn/winter will see another member of the yellow family soar in popularity… (Lead image by @byemilyann_) Say hello to mustard yellow! Experts predict that this rich, deeper version of summer’s trending hue…
Pinterest reveals the top 7 nail trends for summer 2025
Social media platform, Pinterest, has released another of its trend-identifying reports highlighting the top nail trends for summer 2025. Here are the ones to know: Cat eye nails A versatile style that can be adapted to the demands of any season, cat eye designs remain popular for summer 2025. In…
The history of nail colour & design: everything you need to know
Nail colour and design have become one of the most popular outlets for creativity and self-expression within the beauty industry. But where did it all begin, and how has it evolved over time? Here’s Scratch‘s deep dive into the history of the industry… 1920s & 1930s According to research revealed…
Coffin nails: 5 on-trend nail art designs to inspire your spring look
Coffin, or ballerina, nails are long, tapered and filed flat at the tip. The shape resembles both a coffin and a ballerina’s slipper, which inspired the interchangeable names. A popular shape choice, the coffin nail offers an optimal canvas for experimenting with nail art, seasonal colours and 3D designs. Here…
8 must-try almond nail ideas for your next trendsetting manicure
The almond nail; elegant, chic and practical. The universally-loved shape offers the perfect subtle finish, taking inspiration from – you guessed it – the shape of an almond nut. Characterised by a rounded, oval shape, with a slightly tapered top, the flattering shape creates the illusion of elongated fingers and…
Get Kylie Jenner’s look with this 2024 blackberry nail trend
Kylie Jenner took to Instagram to debut the return of her teal hair, a nod to her previous ‘King Kylie’ era, but fans were distracted by the rich purple hue decorating her nails. Trusted celebrity nail tech, Zola Ganzorigt aka @nailsbyzola, tended to the nails of the A-lister, using the,…
6 standout nail trends from the New York Fashion Week runway
The spring/summer 2025 beauty and fashion scene is officially underway, with New York Fashion Week flaunting a series of nail trends set to dominate the season. Here’s a round-up of 6 we’ve spotted that you need to note… 1. Seeing stars Nail artist, celebrity manicurist and educator, Julie Kandalec, aka…
Here are the nail colour collections you need to note for autumn/winter 2024
As we wave goodbye to the bright hues of summer, it’s time to plan for a new season of nail potential. The autumn/winter trends will be dominated by the tortoiseshell print, black cherry hues and oranges and browns, and we’ll welcome navy and beige neutrals. Here are the nail colour…
10 on-trend nail art ideas for autumn 2024
Here’s a roundup of the hottest nail art trends to inspire your next seasonal manicure as we enter the autumn months. While the bold, vibrant hues and floral, fun prints of summer are always enjoyed in the warmer months, the building excitement of nail enthusiasts awaiting their autumn manicures is…
Revealed: The top 5 hottest nail trends for summer 2024
Discount platform, Wethrift, has analysed Pinterest search data to uncover the most popular nail trends this summer. Are you in need of some seasonal nail inspiration? Or looking to brush up your trend knowledge to advise clients on their summer nail styles? Look no further! Here are the nail trends…
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