Simple and effortless, or dramatic — try these trending nail designs or put your own flair on them.
Are your nails looking a little bare, in need of a little something to adorn them? Or are you thinking about switching up your current look?
Deciding what nail design to try next is easy given there are plenty of eye-catching nail trends around in 2025.
Whether you like a simple, effortless look, or a dramatic style, there is guaranteed to be a nail trend you will like, and that will raise eyebrows.
You might find yourself replicating one of these 10 popular nail trends of 2025, or even putting your own flair on them.
1. Rich red wine and cherry tones: For a classic, sophisticated look
Powerful, sexy and feminine — no wonder deep red wine and cherry tones are popular in 2025. Just like a classic red lipstick, wearing these colours on your nails, you can never go wrong.
It is an eternally sophisticated look, guaranteed to be the ultimate power grab. Selena Gomez captured attention for sporting this look at the 2025 BAFTAs.
2. Cozy brown chocolate tones: Best to match with neutral-coloured clothing
Brown, chocolatey tones are a versatile, natural and sophisticated choice of solid nail colour in 2025. From warm mocha to deep dark chocolate, they all give off suave but cozy winter vibes.
3. Juicy jelly nails: Easy, fun, colourful
Jelly nails are such a simple, easy but fun look to try on your nails. The colour of the jelly polish (base coat) is less pigmented, giving it a milky effect. The shiny, translucent top coat completes the delicious juicy, jelly effect.
4. Bejeweled nails: Best for a glam girl’s night out
Feel like an adorned princess with bejeweled nails. There are different ways to get bejewelled nails — nail stickers, nail gems, nail rhinestones, press-on nails. Go all out and be unapologetic when dressing up your nails.
5. Milky nails: The perfect lowkey, understated vibe
Milky nails are a go-to neat and understated look. The smooth, clean shine is the standout feature elevating this effortless solid colour style. Most milky nail looks are created using solid nude or white tones to give your nails a slight pop while looking super natural. But if you love a bit of colour on your nails, cute pastel colours like light pink or lavender can also be worn.
6. Chromatic nails: For an edgy, experimental aesthetic
Chromatic nails are an edgy look featuring an interesting, metallic finish. It will have your nails reflecting brightly in the sun. Experiment with different chromatic looks — try delicate shades of blue and pink for a dreamy chromatic mermaid look, or solid black and grey for a bold, futuristic style.
7. Cat eye nails: The epitome of mesmerising texture and detail
Cat eye nails one of the biggest nail trends this year. Lindsay Lohan showed how great they look at the July premiere of her new movie ‘Freakier Friday’ with her pastel pink cat eye nails. They offer a glossier and more textured alternative to chromatic nails. They differ in the reflective lines and patterns that give the nails depth and dimension just like a cat’s eyes. Just like chromatic nails, cat eye nails look great under the sun, emphasising the depth and dimension of its unique reflective lines and patterns. Create dark looks with burgundy, or green and blue ombres, or even airy looks with pastel pink.
8. Modern French tips: A modern twist on a classic style
Take a classic white French tip and make them current with different shapes, colours and finishes. Even consider changing the plain base colour to match the design of the tips. Get a French tip manicure done on your natural nails, or wear press-on acrylics instead to easily swap out different looks.
9. Solid butter yellow: The ultimate summer colour
Butter yellow is the key summer colour of 2025. The delicate butter yellow colour is not bright or abrasive, but still pops as a statement colour of its own. It is fresh, youthful, and doesn’t need any details to make it a gorgeous look. It matches well with neutral toned clothing, as well as black of white.
10. Aura nails: For an interesting gradient look
Aura nails are such a fun design to play around with gradient nails. One way to take ombre nails to the next level is to mix your choice of colours from the middle of the nail and blend outwards. Another way is to place the colours anywhere on the nail and blend them all together to create a dreamy blend. There are so many other ways to create your perfect set of aura nails, so have fun with it.
