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Tartan talons have topped the trends list this winter, with celebrities among those embracing striped nail styles. Turn to page 60 to find out how to create a plaid finish, courtesy of Scratch Stars Nail Stylist of the Year 2025, Kirsty Mcdonough.
Scan to view Scratch’s online gallery of tartan nail art designs.
KYLIE’S KILTED CLAWS
Kylie Jenner showed off a tartan design by celebrity nail artist, Zola Ganzorigt.
The look layered OPI GelColor in Put it in Neutral with various other OPI shades to create a polished plaid effect.
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uk.wella.professionalstore.com Selena’s statement style
Singer & actress, Selena Gomez, showcased a mix ‘n’ match mani by celebrity nailist, Tom Bachik. The star opted for a playful array of nail art with gembellished accents. Bachik uploaded a snap of the look to Instagram, calling it a ‘Romeo & Juliet jeweled icon mani’.
Hailey chooses cheetah
Model & beauty entrepreneur, Hailey Bieber, was spotted sporting blooming gel cheetah nails, courtesy of Zola Ganzorigt. The celeb posted a photo of the design to her Instagram story with the caption: ‘Fur season’.
Butter bubbles
Singer-songwriter, Ella Mai, jumped on the polka dot nail trend, showcasing butter yellow dotty digits by celebrity nail artist, Kim Truong.
OPI GelColor in Malaga Wine £19.90 + VAT
uk.wella.professionalstore.com MALAGA MANI
US manicurist, Diem Truong, crafted chic claws for Friends actress, Courteney Cox, using OPI GelColor in Malaga Wine.
Slick in silver
Daniela Avanzini, member of girl group, KATSEYE, sported a silver 3D manicure courtesy of NYC-based nail artist, Naomi Yasuda.
CELEBRITY CRUSH
Stars have been favouring French-style tips, adding fresh depth, details and design twists that push the classic style into trendsetting territory.
Vanessa’s feline Frenchies Actress & singer, Vanessa Hudgens, showcased a twist on the classic French tip, incorporating cat eye and leopard print. The look was created by the celeb’s go-to tech, Zola Ganzorigt.
Nail nostalgia Model & actress, Iris Law, channelled the ‘90s with deep French digits by nail artist, Imarni Ashman of @imarninails.
Dua’s chrome claws Dua Lipa rocked nude nails with golden accents thanks to NYC nail artist, Mei Kawajiri, who added gleaming chrome details across the enhancements.