Latest Nail Art Trends And Inspiration

30 Reasons To Book Your Next Nail Appointment ASAP

by Samantha Sasso

Celebrity Beauty

How I Turned My Side Hustle Into A Steady Gig As Rihanna's Nail Artist

The Biggest Nail Trends Of 2018 So Far

Nail trends by the seasons are pretty predictable: soft watercolours for spring (groundbreaking), candy-hued brights for summer, and moodier reds, blues,

by Megan Decker

Leopard Print Nail Art Is A Fashion Girl Favourite For Autumn

Even if your workday uniform is more classic than colourful — like dark raw-hemmed jeans, a white t-shirt, and black leather booties — you've probably

by Megan Decker

How Acrylic Nails Helped Me Overcome A Skin-Picking Disorder

When you ask, 'What's your worst habit?' even someone as polished as Kate Middleton can give you answer. It's normal to have something in your life you

by Thatiana Diaz

Manicure Inspo For Anyone With Short Nails

Raise your hand if you've apologised to your manicurist for your super-short nails? Now why do we do that? Long, bedazzled, Cardi B-inspired claws might

by Megan Decker

Orbit Nails: The Nail Art Trend We Spotted At New York Fashion Week

At the Jeremy Scott show during New York Fashion Week, the nail art was just as innovative, colourful, and exciting as the fashion. Catching up backstage

by Rachel Lubitz

The Instagram Putting Two Manicured Fingers Up To Gender Stereotypes

Chanel has just launched a makeup range for men, sparking yet another debate in the wider conversation around genderless beauty. Do we really need

by Georgia Murray

Dear Daniela: Can UV Nail Lamps Give You Skin Cancer?

Dear Daniela, I love getting a gel manicure every few weeks (shellac is life) but I heard someone say something about the lamps being possibly

by Daniela Morosini

Baby Boomer Nails: Here's The 411 On The French Mani Remix

Baby boomer nails are all the rage in France and Germany. According to Pinterest's 2018 Global Beauty Report, pins of this particular nail design are up

by Thatiana Diaz

R29 Tries The Trend: Extreme Jelly Nails

I should start off by saying I am a complete acrylic nail virgin, so getting talons like this was a big thing for me. I was intrigued by the pics on

by Meg O'Donnell

Celebrity Beauty

Kylie Jenner & Ariana Grande Just Confirmed Autumn's Biggest...

From Ariana Grande to Sabrina Carpenter, it was all about white polish at the MTV Video Music Awards last night, no matter the colour of the dress or the

by Thatiana Diaz

17 Nail Trends Our Editors Can't Wait To Try For Autumn

If you haven't heard, we're in for some planetary mayhem at the end of summer. Already we've dealt with at least three short-lived retrogrades, but we're

by Samantha Sasso

The Coolest Way To Wear Glitter On Your Nails This Summer

If you're looking for an easy way to add something shiny to your next manicure — something that doesn't involve a bedazzler or require a steady hand for

by Megan Decker

Your Love Of Acrylic & Gel Nails Could Be Harming Your Skin, Say ...

Thanks to a rush of Instagram-worthy new trends including jelly nails, bedazzled nails and mismatched nails, the demand for nail enhancements, including

by Jacqueline Kilikita

This Fruity Nail Art Trend Is Delightfully Refreshing

Whether it's squeezing lemon in my water in the morning or taking watermelon shots at the weekend BBQ, my fruit intake practically doubles during summer.

by Thatiana Diaz

The Mismatched Nail Trend That's Sweeping Instagram

In middle school, my father would leave Post-It notes in my lunch box with a cliché (and if I was really lucky, a quote) about being myself. Most would

by Samantha Sasso

Bedazzled Nails Are Back — & So Much Better Than The '90s Ve...

For every person celebrating the return of scrunchies, perms, skinny brows, and sparkly blue eyeshadow, there's another person out there asking, God, why

by Megan Decker

Celebrity Beauty

Ariana Grande's Go-To Manicure Is Perfect For Summer

There are few celebrities these days who fully commit to maintaining a consistent signature aesthetic. We get it: With so many eyeliner trends and

by Samantha Sasso

Jelly Nails Are The Latest Beauty Trend Taking Over Instagram

A post shared by @polishedbysophia on Jul 11, 2018 at 6:56pm PDT Nails have long been a way to express yourself through beauty. Thanks to their

by Georgia Murray

Wrecked Your Nails With Acrylics? Here's Your SOS Guide

False eyelashes, hair extensions and nail acrylics – the fun additions to a beauty regime that are in reality, maybe not the best things to be gluing to

Cardi B's Nail Artist Says Her Claws Are Here To Stay Post-Baby

From her front-row fashion to "baby strobing," you shouldn't expect anything short of extra from Cardi B — over-the-top is just her expertise. With no

by Thatiana Diaz

I Tried L.A.’s Energy-Improving Manicure Trend — & This Is How I ...

Those who believe in the healing power of crystals credit the stones for helping to boost energy, nurture relationships, and even manifest better

by Erika Stalder

The Best World Cup Nail Art From Fans Around The Globe

The World Cup has finally reached its nail-biting Top 16, and fans from all over the world are showing their team pride with jerseys, flags, and some of

by Thatiana Diaz

Cool Girls All Over The World Are Obsessing Over These Nail Trends

If there was ever the perfect time for a fresh manicure, it's right now. Gone are the days of dry hands and cracked cuticles; we've entered the season of

by Megan Decker

This Simple Nail Art Trend Will Save You Time & Money

Anyone who swears by the staying power of a gel manicure knows that the glossy, cured polish is both a blessing and curse. Yes, the colour is shiny and

by Samantha Sasso

The Pro-Approved Nail Trends You're Going To Want All Summer...

The best thing about nail trends is that, unlike your hair or wardrobe, they're very low commitment. No matter how much you love or hate your latest

by Samantha Sasso

These Designs Are Proof That Wedding Nail Art Doesn't Have T...

It doesn't matter whether you're married, engaged, or still browsing Bumble: If you've so much as seen an episode of Say Yes to the Dress, you already

by Samantha Sasso

Celebrity Beauty

Blake Lively Just Made Superhero Nail Art Seem Romantic

Celebrity relationships can be tragically short-lived, but there's one Hollywood couple we'll continue to root for 'til the end of time: Blake Lively

by Samantha Sasso

Celebrity Beauty

Prepare To See These Nail Polish Trends Everywhere This Summer

Besides the obvious perks to the season — music festivals, rosé & (patchy) sunshine — summer is arguably so great because, for the first time in

by Samantha Sasso

In One Click, Pinterest Just Got A Lot More Inclusive

Pinterest is useful for plenty of things: planning your fake wedding, meal prepping in an effort to get you out of your £10 salad-a-day habit. But if

by Samantha Sasso

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From trying out extreme trends to interviewing pioneering manicurists, artists and experts, we’re hot on the pulse of all things nails at Refinery29. It’s all covered, whether you’re interested in recreating the latest looks at home or want to know more about gels and acrylics.