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As someone who exclusively wears a milky nude on her nails and has done for several years, I’ve been feeling somewhat uneasy about the fact that, in recent weeks, I’ve had an urge to pick a wild card every time I’ve sat in the salon chair. Up until recently, I have never paid much attention to the colourful wheels of nail polishes that my nail tech presents me with at the start of every appointment. “I’ll just take the usual sheer, milky pink, please,” I say. But a few weeks ago, something intrigued me about the spectrum of brights in front of me, and I found myself fawning over a particular group of purple hues. From pretty, pastel lilac to deep, rich mahogany, I couldn’t take my eyes off the purple pol...

Autumn is in full swing, and we’re really embracing it this year. There’s a crisp autumn chill in the air that has us reaching for wooly knits, but it’s not rainy enough to have to don a waterproof jacket just yet. And this kind of perfect autumn weather means we can actually embrace all of the trends we’re desperate to try—both in fashion and in beauty—without risk of being rain-sodden or too windswept. And while we’ve already pinpointed the top autumn trends of the season, it’s time to dig into the details. First stop: nails. And more specifically, the eight autumn nail trends we’re seeing everywhere right now and can’t get enough of. Sure, we can get a pretty good steer on cool nail mi...

It’s that time of year where we slowly start putting away our favorite neon polishes in favor of the darker, moodier tones of fall. For nail-art aficionados, a change in season presents an opportunity to experiment with an entirely new slew of fun nail designs and colors. Although there are certain standbys we always have waiting once fall arrives (shoutout to our favorite burgundy nail polishes), we reached out to some of our favorite nail aficionados to give us a heads-up on what we’ll be seeing in the coming months. Four experts gave us the scoop on this year’s fall nail designs. Even better, most of these are easy enough to DIY with the help of a few tools, new polish shades, and textured topcoats. Intrigued? Keep reading for 15 new fall nail d...

I cannot tell you the number of nail designs I have pinned and saved to my camera roll. Striking bright geometric shapes, simple clean girl nails and of course glazed doughnut looks are all stashed and ready for upcoming nail appointments. And one nail trend I have found myself gravitating towards more is butterfly nail designs. If you thought this was merely a spring thing, think again. Butterfly-inspired nail art can be multi-season appropriate from glittery designs for the festive season to a touch of orange-y browns for autumn. While I rarely get full-blown nail designs, I love how delicate butterfly nail art can be with fine line intricate artwork. But it can err on the bolder or more abstract side of the spectrum too, with opaque nail tip designs inspired by the shapes of b...

There are no rules when it comes to your nails, however, Class recommends some shades if you’re looking for a classic bridal manicure. “It’s always best to wear a shade that compliments your dress, skin tone and style,” she says. “Sheer nudes, soft pinks, and creams are always a safe bet. Choose one that works against your skin tone as it will be the most flattering.” However, if you’re looking for something more alternative, you could even opt for nail art or brighter hues. “Having a bespoke manicure for your big day is something special, like wearing a certain scent that will take you back to that day,” says Class. “As we are edging into autumn/winter, I think a pop of colour could be a great look for a winter bride. It could even tie...

From the often velvet-covered chairs to the glass bottles of beautiful colour lined neatly on marble-effect shelves, there are many things that make a visit to the salon a magical experience. And after salons were closed for the best part of a year over 2020 and 2021, this year, we intend on taking full advantage of our appointment with our nail technicians. How, you ask? By opting for some stunning nail art.  Remember when nail art consisted of water-painted flowers and glittery dragons? Those were the days. However, after its short-lived moment in the early noughties, nail art really dropped off the grid for a little while. In stark contrast to the grandeur and excess of embellished talons and intricate patterns, for the last 10 years or so, nail trends and ...

We’ve seen a number of nail trends this year. From nail art to blue nails and the micro nail trends that are starting to trickle in as we enter a new season, we’ve always got our eyes out for the next biggest nail trend. As a beauty editor, I keep tabs on the best nail salons and nail technicians to see what trends might be the next big thing. We all saw how Hailey Bieber’s shimmering “glazed donut” manicure went viral on Instagram and TikTok, and while the trend is still going strong, I’m already anticipating the next nail trends that we’ll all be running to our local salons to book in for. After scrolling for a while, there is one trend that I’m starting to see everywhere. I can bet that it is set to make a hug...

I’m calling it: 2022 is the year of the manicure. After seeing Hailey Bieber’s glossy glazed donut nails go totally viral (it’s still a struggle to find the products in stock to create this look) and the sheer amount of cool nail art designs we’ve seen lately, it’s safe to say that we’ve never had so much inspiration at our fingertips. And we’re here for it. And who doesn’t love a trip to the salon or a DIY manicure at home? However, with the mega trends of the seasons also comes the micro nail trends. They’re the lesser-known nail trends that you might not see blowing up on your Instagram feed. But, you might spot them on the fingertips of the fashion set and in-the-know beauty insiders. Whether it’s the go-to...

Here at Who What Wear, if there’s one thing that’s guaranteed to get us into a scroll hole on Instagram, it’s nail designs. Whether it be intricate nail art or immaculately painted seasonal manis, if there’s a design out there that makes us swoon, we’re saving it down. A quick look at our Saved folders will show just how seriously we take our nail game—there’s endless inspo pics, ready to be shown to our nail techs at any upcoming appointments.  Because we’re so on the ball when it comes to nail inspo, it means that whenever a particular event arises, we’ve already got a bank of suitably chic looks to choose from. And it’s at this time of year when we become most grateful for our bo...

Nail art really seems to be prominent online right now. From bright geometrical shapes to minimalist nude designs, you could spend hours picking a design and having it painstakingly applied. But I have to confess– I rarely get nail art. For me, I genuinely don’t think anything is better than a glossy, rich, all-over colour for a manicure and pedicure. I love to try the full spectrum of colours on my feet especially and by doing so I have without doubt found the best nail colours for dark skin. Melanin has the ability of making even the most marmite shades look brighter and richer so I tend to take advantage of that with rainbow-hued pedicures and when I don’t have to keep my nails nude for work, I’ll have fun with a colourful but classic manicure pick whether that’s a f...

With Hailey Bieber making them an integral part of her brand, one thing is for sure: Glazed doughnuts have crossed my mind more than ever lately. First, “glazed donut” skin took 2022 by storm thanks to the release of Bieber’s skincare line, Rhode, which is all about giving your skin a dewy, “glazed” finish. Now, there’s another sugar-inspired trend from Bieber that has the beauty world in a choke hold: “glazed donut” nails.  Glazed donut nails look exactly like you might imagine—this trend makes your fingertips look like they’re covered in a glossy, milky frosting. The overall effect is a pearly, moonlit-white manicure that absolutely no one can stop talking about (or trying to re-create themselves). You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are lookin...

Although England’s weather is known to be gloomy and unpredictable at times, the London nail forecast is looking extra sunny this year. “There are an array of bold brights and muted pastel colours during the summer months,” says London-based celebrity nail artist, Sabrina Gayle. “2022 has brought an amazing use of 3D embellishment and textured nails too.” And it doesn’t stop there. Artists are throwing it back and have a few nostalgic designs up their sleeves. “My favorite designs that I’ve seen are the more psychedelic and playful use of colors—where there is a mixture of trippy ’60s mushrooms and ’90s happy face rave designs. Nail artists are painting these free hand and/or with a blend of nail decals and optical illusion-style ...