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10 of spring's hottest nail trends to inspire your next manicure
The designs set to rule this season, and the A-listers wearing them
When wondering which manicure trends will emerge for the upcoming season, it's a good indicator to ask what's on the lips, or rather nails, of every beauty editor and celebrity. Even better is to ask those in the nail business, who work behind the scenes to create some of the most in-demand manicures you'll be screenshotting and saving for your next appointment. Because yes, while Hailey Bieber's glazed doughnut manicure might have broken the internet, it was her nail artist Zola Ganzorigt that masterminded the look.
Combining expert input and celebrity nail artist insights, we've compiled an edit of the spring nail trends set to explode this season. Below, find the best spring manicures to try, from micro green tips to the latest celebrity-approved 'quiet luxury' trend.
The biggest nail trends for spring 2025
Soap nails
The latest iteration of 'quiet luxury' nails, 'soap nails' have become the celebrity manicure du jour, from Anya Taylor-Joy at the Golden Globes to Kim Kardashian at the Oscars after-party. The key to achieving the look is a soft pink colour with an amped-up top coat, glossed to the point of an almost wet-look finish, with a neat cuticle and clean rounded or almond shape.
Micro greens
Say goodbye to the chunky white tip and hello to the barely-there micro Frenchie. Super glossy and with just the tiniest thread of colour, this fresh manicure is a minimalist's dream.
Think pink
Kylie Jenner also debuted a new twist on the French manicure for spring with her pink-tipped almond set. "Baby pink, bubble pink, pink tints, pink on pink... pink is in," says Metta Francis, London manicurist and founder of Nails by Mets.
"Sheer pinks with a little more pigment than usual will serve as bases for French manicures, while bubblegum pink and baby pinks will double up as the coloured tip."
Coquette art
Be it the influence of Meghan Markle's home-making or a wider embrace of feminine energy, the coquette trend is coming back in full force for spring. Think bows, ballerina motifs and lots of blush pinks and whites, with a pivot to longer, elegant almond shapes.
"After years of short, natural and squoval nails being popular, an elongated almond shape will be most in-demand for spring," says Francis. "As with all trends, we cycle back and it's time for longer nails, which exemplify the 'soft life' era, to reign."
Peach champagne
As a long-time nail artist to the stars – including Selena Gomez, Rachel Zegler and Jennifer Lopez – Tom Bachik knows good nails.
His peachy champagne manicure on Gomez for the Oscars featured a soft shimmering shade that's glamorous yet subtle enough to translate into the everyday. "The grown-up champagne manicure is all about effortless elegance, think soft pink or peachy bases layered with a refined, shimmery champagne sheen," explains Thea Green, founder of Nails.Inc.
"The key is subtlety: opt for ultra-fine shimmer over chunky glitter, a sheer wash instead of full opacity, and a high-gloss or satin finish for a sophisticated glow. It’s the perfect balance of luxury and restraint, making your nails feel as polished as glass."
Petrol chrome
The glazed nail continues to evolve each season, and for spring, its all about the petrol chrome finish. This mesmerising manicure unveils a different hue in every light, perfectly reflecting its oil spill inspiration.
3D florals
Flower power is set to be embraced in our manicures with a touch of realism. "It's not spring without floral nails, but this year we'll see more sculpted and hand-crafted styles, including 3D glass-like flowers and Kawaii-style daisies," says Francis.
"From big, maximalist designs to tiny, sculpted flowers delicately placed on an otherwise minimalistic nail."
Chocolate cherry
Combining the chocolate brown trend and beauty's current cherry obsession, the chocolate cherry manicure has made an unexpected bid for spring. While dark shades are usually the preference for autumn and winter, this luxe hue has been the go-to throughout awards season, including Margaret Qualley at the Critics Choice and Felicity Jones at the BAFTAs, cementing its sought-after status.
"The mocha mousse trend is evolving beyond its soft, creamy roots and taking on richer depths and multidimensional finishes," explains Green. "Expect to see deeper warm espresso and cocoa hues infused with velvety matte textures, glossy mocha glazes, and subtle metallic sheens."
Strawberry shortcake
Strawberry shortcake shades are the dessert-inspired manicure to know for spring; nail artists such as Iram Shelton and Jessica Rolfe have been tapping into pink ombre, especially on shorter nails, for a delicious springtime manicure.
Lavender haze
Embrace powdery purples à la Selena Gomez, whose nail artist (pictured) gave the singer a coffin-shaped lavender manicure to ring in the season. For an extra pop of iridescent shimmer, try adding a chrome layer over the top.
