Pick a colour. Who knew those three words would come to mean so much.
After two long National lockdowns, months of acrylic regrowth and several failed DIY gel removal attempts, our talons have definitely seen better years.
As we transition out of the second lockdown here in England, we’re preparing to bid farewell to the nail apocalypse and fully test our technician’s patience once again.
We can’t wait to cradle the colour wheel like a newborn baby
We can’t wait to cradle the colour wheel like a newborn baby before casually asking for some elaborate 3-hour nail art, right at the end of our appointment. What a sweet reunion it’ll be.
Since we’re all a bit out of practice, here’s a merry bunch of mani ideas to inspire your first post-lockdown pamper. From mistletoe tips to candy cane stripes, Santa claws is finally coming to town!
@annabellacures
Gorgeous shades of red with classic Christmas motifs.
@barbrafeszyn
A chocolate toned tartan masterpiece that looks good enough to eat.
@elizabeth_stilletos
“6:30, dinner with me. I can’t cancel that again. 7:00, wrestle with my self-loathing. I’m booked!”
@fingerfeast
Glorious gold flecks over nude nail
@fingerfeast
Gold leaf luxury, all you need now is some Frankincense and Myrrh.
@overglowedit
Festive red but make it modern.
@thefilingcabinetnails
Stary stary night on lovely natural nude.
@thefilingcabinetnails
Gold gingerbread men for a cute but classy vibe.
@amberjhnails
A touch of foliage and sparkle, like a garland for your nails.
@barbrafeszyn
The sweetest treat with candy canes and gingerbread men.
@beautyworksbyamy
Combining trends with neutral tones and festive florals.
beautyworksbyamy
Festive foliage on a classic nude, a wreath dream.
charsgelnails_
Gorgeous greens to match your tree with a cool twist.
@coewlesspolish
The prettiest yuletide pattern!
@drybylondon
Jack Frost nipping at your toes (and nails).
@drybylondon
White and gold, the chicest ornament inspired set.
@drybylondon
Just a touch of beautiful blue chrome.
@drybylondon
Tinsel-tastic ombre magic.
@kikubeautynails
Colourful Christmas lights strung across your set.
@kikubeautynails
3D baubles for festive fanatics.
@liv4nails__
Cinnamon spiced festive foliage.
@loismaenailsandbeautyx
Who says you can’t have pink at Christmas?
@magpiebeautyusa
Christmas tree nails never looked so good!
@meganmoorebeautyx
If these don’t make you want your Christmas pudding early we don’t know what will.
@milana_milcanovska
The perfect touch a Chrismas sparkle.
@milana_milcanovska
Glitz and glam perfect for your Christmas party.
@mlaboutiquenailsbymegan
Nothing better than traditional tartan. Does anyone else fancy some shortbread?
@nail.mouse
Multicoloured madness perfect if you’re missing the clubs this Christmas.
@nail.mouse
Super festive fun stars that everyone will want to follow.
@nailsbymei
Gorgeous green chrome we’re calling Grinch-chic.
@OPI
Just a touch of Christmas sparkle.
@OPI
Beautiful winter berries in a modern design.
@overglowedit
Gorgeous sage green with a festive spin.
@paintboxnails
Tis the season for glitter!
@paintboxnails
Bring your glitter into 2020 with modern shapes and muted greys.
@paintboxnails
A perfect peppermint swirl.
@paintboxnails
X marks the spot – this is where you’ll find all the gifts.
@paintboxnails
Beautiful frosty blue tops with a slice of sparkle.
@pazurki_pawelczyk
Forest green with golden snowflakes.
@safinailstudio
The festive forest of your dreams if you’re looking for something fresher.
@sweetsolace
The sweetest set if you can’t decide what you want!
@tessa.lyn.nails
The prettiest way to do red and green.
@thatgracegirl
Monochrome stars will simply go with everything.
@thefilingcabinetnails
Inspired by the candy cane forest.
@thefilingcabinetnails
If mistletoe kisses were nail art.
@thehotblend
It doesn’t get much better than green and gold.
@thehotblend
Beautifully detailed snowflakes.
@themaniclub
We like to think of these as buttons on a snowman’s belly. So simple!
@unistella_kr
Matte, tartan, khaki, what’s not to love?
@varverine
If all else fails, you can never go wrong with a classic red and candy cane combination.
