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Refinery29
6 days ago
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- Refinery29
Summer's 9 Hottest Pedicure Colours Are Surprisingly Versatile
All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. Year in and year out, the most popular summer nail colours have one thing in common — they're bold. I get it. The arrival of sunshine season means that from our mood to our outfit choices, everything tends to get a whole lot brighter. And here in the UK especially, where the chances to get our toes out are few and far between, it makes sense to opt for a pedicure colour that's pleasingly vibrant. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Milly Mason (@millymason_) But for summer 2025, it seems like the tides are turning. Sure, there are still some eye-catching brights and more unexpected tones that are set to prove popular for the season ahead, but the dominating feel is a whole lot more subtle. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Milly Mason (@millymason_) From milky finishes to barely-there blushes, all of the nail experts that I spoke to seemed to point to a preference for calm, clean and quiet shades that make for a pleasingly versatile base for both glamorous beach getaways and chilled summer afternoons in the city. Pastel French View this post on Instagram A post shared by Harriet Westmoreland (@harrietwestmoreland) A fresh and playful twist on the classic French, pedicure master Milly Mason predicts that switching white tips for pastel hues will be huge this summer. 'It's so fun but chic at the same time,' says Mason. Opt for shades like mint, lilac and baby blue like Mason's sorbet-inspired pedicure here. Almond Milk View this post on Instagram A post shared by Danae Gooch (@danaegooch_) Creamy whites and translucent neutrals — think almond milk — are dominating for summer. 'Milky pedicures are my go-to and I'm seeing them everywhere on my feed for summer '25,' explains global manicurist and Bio Sculpture nail technician Julia Diogo. To recreate something like this polished pedi by Elim UK, Diogo suggests seeking out a 'sheer, creamy white as opposed to a harsh one', like Bio Sculpture's Seafoam Polish, £15.50. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝐍𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐒𝐱𝐁𝐘𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐀 🧚 Nail Artist Cyprus (@nailsxbymilena) Pastels are definitely reigning supreme ahead of summer, but this delicate and dreamy shade of purple is going to be especially popular. 'Soft shades like lavender always complement sun-kissed skin and really capture the fresh, playful energy of the season while still looking contemporary,' says session manicurist Ami Streets. This glazed pedi by manicurist @nailsxbymilena is the perfect example. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Glaize | The Cure to the Manicure (@ Much like the white T-shirt of pedicure colours, a soft pink is effortless and looks good on everyone. 'Something like Essie Ballet Slippers, £8.99, is so soft and elegant and works perfectly for those who like a minimalist look,' says nail artist Iram Shelton. Aqua Splash View this post on Instagram A post shared by the nail atelier (@ Consider this the wild card colour for summer. While matcha and pistachio greens have been huge for spring, things are getting punchier for the season ahead. Aquamarine, cyan blue and turquoise will be making a splash on toes, like this statement pedi by The Nail Atelier. Black Gloss View this post on Instagram A post shared by Milly Mason (@millymason_) Black might sound like an unexpected choice for summer, but trust me, it's the coolest pedicure of the season. 'An ultra-glossy black pedicure pairs perfectly with a colourful sandal and is a year-round favourite of mine,' says Mason. Recreate her stylish colour block pedicure at home using OPI Infinite Shine Lady In Black Nail Polish, £18. Fiery Red View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bombnailz Bay Area (@b0mbnailz) 'You can't escape summer without a vibrant red on your toes,' says Shelton, and tomato red is the shade of the season. 'It's bold, fiery and looks incredible against sun-kissed skin.' Recreate this crimson pedi by Bombnailz Bay Area at home using a high-shine shade like Essie Gel Couture in Rock The Runway, £10.99. Iridescent Glow View this post on Instagram A post shared by Camilla Ellinor (@ Soft shimmers, opalescent finishes and pearly chromes are having a moment for summer — and we can't get enough. 'They give a luminous, barely-there glow that catches the light beautifully and makes a great choice for those who prefer a more low-key pedicure,' explains Streets. Manucurist Active Plump, £16, adds a pearlescent sheen to nails while hydrating and plumping. Butter Yellow View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nails journal | (@ Light, bright and instantly cheerful, butter yellow is like sunshine in a bottle. If you want to dip your toe into a colourful pedi, but aren't a fan of summer neons, then this makes a great alternative. Try Gucci Nail Polish in 218 Cecilia Ivory, £27, to recreate the subtle golden warmth of this pedicure by
Telegraph
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
How to wear a French manicure (without looking like a Noughties WAG)
A natural base with a white tip, the classic French manicure, is one of the most popular nail trends of all time. Originally designed in the 1970s by Jeff Pink, the founder of nail-care brand Orly, the French manicure – which confusingly isn't French, since Pink was American – was designed to be the sort of nonchalant, go-with-anything manicure that looked effortlessly Parisian and très chic. Indeed it did, but for a long time, in my mind at least, the French manicure felt extremely… noughties, or in fact, exceedingly 2006. It was the go-to manicure for the England WAGs for the World Cup tournament. Along with a fake tan and big sunglasses, the French manicure was key to the WAG aesthetic, sported by Victoria Beckham, Coleen Rooney and Cheryl Cole. The manicure had morphed to include an unnatural shade of bubblegum pink as the base colour, and a long tip painted in a thick coating of Tippex-white polish. My boyishly short nails – sometimes painted but most often not – did not fit the bill. However, the nouveau French nail of 2025 is my new obsession. It's a 'neat and tidy' nail, focusing more on the nails looking natural to your skin tone, extremely healthy with a soft-white tip that looks elegant – no long nails required. A micro French is the newest iteration of the classic, whereby a thin stripe of a milky white polish is applied to the tips, so it works even on short nails. There's no-more thick coverage, either. Over the past five years there has been a boom in the demand for manicures (and, in particular, gel manicures) that resemble the natural nail but better. The technology in nail varnish is so much better nowadays, too: whereas 20 years ago gel nails were thick and fake-looking, modern-day gels are thin and flexible with excellent lasting power. My go-to manicure brand is Bio Sculpture, a gel that keeps my nails healthy underneath with a manicure looking glossy and fresh for up to three weeks. 'I recommend looking for a colour that elevates the shade of your natural nail plate,' says Julia Diogo, an expert nail technician for Bio Sculpture. She's a fan of the French manicure as a flattering choice for women of all ages and skin tones. For fair or light skin, a rose-based shade like Bio Sculpture's Ghost Rose (£15) looks flawless, whereas Lyrics of a Lily (£12) offers the perfect nude for those with darker skin tones and Spun Out of Dreams (£12) looks chic on those with olive undertones. 'There isn't a one-size-fits-all but I find that all of these look amazing as a French base or on their own for an effortlessly fresh look,' Diogo adds. If you want something a little more interesting, she has been painting colourful micro French tips recently (it's surprising how pretty a thin stroke of cherry red can look on the tips of short, manicured nails). Of course, the key to a good manicure is having nails that look as natural and healthy as possible to begin with. This is where well-maintained cuticles come in. A good manicurist spends almost as much time tending to the cuticles as the colour applied on the nails. There is plenty we can do from home, too. Regular care, such as gently pushing back your cuticles and keeping them moisturised, ensures healthy nail growth and a more professional finish. In what is probably a bit of a full circle moment for the original WAG Victoria Beckham, at her fashion show in Paris earlier this month the models backstage had beautiful manicures by on-demand beauty service Ruuby. The look? 'A treatment-led manicure designed to prioritise nail strength, hydration and long-term health – a new go-to nail ritual for achieving that ultimate nude nail goal.' A nouveau French even for Posh, it would seem. Natural nail must-haves Hand & Cuticle Serum, £15.95, Navy A good cuticle oil is a must and a few drops of this has become my go-to. 'From an aesthetic perspective, well-maintained cuticles give a polished and tidy appearance to the nails, enhancing the overall look of your manicure,' explains Rebecca Crawforth, founder of Navy Professional. Cuticle sticks, £1, superdrug Keep a couple of these handy to gently push back your cuticles. But be careful if cutting cuticles yourself: 'It can damage the nail,' warns Crawforth.
