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JESS WATTS uncovers the hottest nail topics & tales across the ‘net, TV & social media & gets the scoop on celebrity beauty must-haves

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Google searches for ‘silver nails’ have increased by 48% over the past three months, indicating a meteoric rise in the popularity of the metallic shade. Check out some eye-catching silver inspiration to satisfy client requests:

Scan to view Scratch’s online gallery of silver nail styles.

GOLD-DIPPED DUA

Singer, Dua Lipa, showcased a twist on the French manicure, with 3D gold embellishments adorning the tips of her nails for Sunny Hill Festival. The look was crafted by London-based session stylist, Michelle Humphrey (@nailsbymh).

Demi’s dreamy digits

Nail artist & OPI global ambassador, Natalie Minerva, used OPI GELevateTM 4-In-1 Builder in Blank Canvas to create a chic mani for singer, Demi Lovato.

OPI GELevateTM 4-In-1 Builder in Blank Canvas £21.90 + VAT uk.wellaprofessionalstore.com

STARS IN SILVER

Celebrities are also hopping on the silver nail trend, showcasing striking styles.

Celebrity nail stylist, Zola Ganzorigt (@nailsbyzola), enveloped the nails of actress, Vanessa Hudgens, in a mirror-like shine.

Nail artist, Brittney Boyce (@nails_of_la), adorned the nails of actress, Megan Fox, with silver chrome and gemstones.

Manon Bannerman, member of girl group, KATSEYE, showed off a silver nail style by NYC nail artist, Naomi Yasuda (@naominailsnyc).

Crystals for Cardi

Los Angeles-based nail artist, Coca Michelle, adorned Cardi B’s nails with crystals and chains for the front cover of the rapper’s album, ‘Am I The Drama?’.

KATSEYE’s milkshake manis

NYC’s Naomi Yasuda created the nail looks for the now-viral GAP advert, featuring girl group, KATSEYE. Each member’s nails showcased a milkshake design, with band leader, Sophia Laforteza (pictured), sporting a lilac variation with 3D whipped cream art and a cherry on top.

TREND ALERT!

Pinterest’s Autumn Trend Report 2025 reveals that ‘nostalgic beauty’ is making a comeback, with searches for ‘90s grunge make-up’ increasing by 210% in the last year.

Game, set, scratch!

American tennis player, Coco Gauff, sported these terrific tennis talons for the US Open, created by Isa Bone of @babybonenails.

Tate’s tinted tips

Canadian singer-songwriter, Tate McRae, showed off a sheer nude mani at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs). Nail artist, Analysse Hernandez (@nailsxanalysse), used Aprés Nail Natural Almond Short Tips and Light & Shadow Sheer Gel Coleurs in Beige Flag and Be Still to create the look.

Aprés Nail Light & Shadow Sheer Gel Coleurs in Beige Flag & Be Still £POA www.apresnail.com

Mummy-and-me manis

Khloé Kardashian and daughter, True Thompson, twinned with baby pink manis by Zola Ganzorigt (@nailsbyzola), which Khloé posted to her Instagram story.

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