From the comeback of chrome nails to the latest lavender milk tones, there are plenty of 2025 nail art trends that you’ll want to keep an eye on. With a fresh wave of the newest nail trends, plus endless inspiration from the pros on Instagram, there’s no shortage of options to play with. Whether you’re into bold and edgy or soft and subtle, there’s something for every nail vibe this year.
Last year we saw cowgirl nails, that iconic butter yellow shade (aka Selena Gomez’s manicure), and rich deep red hues stealing the spotlight. To help us spot the hottest nail trends for 2025, we tapped Mavala’s in-house nail expert, Lynn Mason, who gave us the scoop on her favourite up-and-coming looks. The best part? This year’s trends are super wearable – whether you’re heading to a wedding or just hitting the town with the girls. These styles draw inspiration from TikTok, the SS25 runways, and beyond. Keep reading to discover the nail trends we’re loving for 2025.
Naturally healthy nails
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If you like sheer nail looks, you’ll be glad to know that natural nails are very in as we head into 2025. “The beauty forecast for 2025 is clear: naturally healthy nails are stealing the spotlight, driven by the ever-popular ‘clean girl aesthetic’,” says Lynn. “This trend celebrated understated elegance, focusing on fresh, natural beauty that feels effortless yet polished. It’s not just about appearance – healthy nails are the foundation of this look, and achieving them requires targeted care, quality products, and mindful routines.”
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Mocha mousse
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Loyal to neutral manis? 2025’s mocha mousse nails are a whole mood. “‘Mocha Mousse’ has been named the colour of next year,” says Lynn. “Pantone Mocha Mousse is described by the Pantone Colour Institute as a mellow brown that conjures feelings of comfort and warmth.”
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Midnight blue
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Lynn predicts we’re going to go heavy on midnight blue tones this year. “Whether it’s the Taylor Swift effect or the love of dark hues coming back in popularity, deep navy and midnight blue nails are making a comeback,” she says. “With dark greens recently having had their time in the spotlight, it’s great to see a navy shade have its moment, as it can add a touch of elegant mystery.”
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Deep red
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Deep red nails are here to stay, according to Lynn. “Rich, vampy reds are a classic trend that show no sign of leaving and can be worn with a glossy finish or matte look,” she says.
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Chrome
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Chrome nails have been trickling back for a while now, and we can expect to see them more and more as we head into 2025. Tapping into the futuristic feel we’re seeing across both fashion and beauty, it’s set to be big news. “Chrome nails have featured time and time again in the trend reports of recent years, with the famed ‘glazed doughnut’ making chrome cool again,” says Lynn. “Silver in particular is a versatile option that was a popular choice at London Fashion Week SS25, and adds a metallic, futuristic feel.”
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Lavender milk
Love milky nails? You’re in luck as barely-there lilac nails are set to be big next year. “Lavender Milk offers a fun twist on the traditional milky nail trend that stormed into fashion in 2024,” says Lynn. “Try a creamy white and barely-there lilac tone to stay ahead of the trends in 2025.”
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Phoebe Denman is Senior Style Writer for heat and Closer where she covers fashion and beauty content. She writes broadly across both for print and online, covering everything from trend reports and shopping pages, to product reviews and chatting to celebs about their style faves.
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