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Burgundy nails are trending: here are 15 manicures for inspiration

By Scratch Staff | 26 October 2025

‘Tis the season for burgundy manicures, showcasing the deep purple-red hue. The seasonal staple shade is trending throughout the fashion and beauty worlds, so we’ve rounded up burgundy manicures to inspire autumnal nail looks…

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25 nail designs that prove Halloween looks pretty in pink

By Scratch Staff | 19 October 2025

Turn up the cute factor and add some pink to Halloween nail styles! Check out our roundup of pink possessed nail picks below…

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55 green nail designs that are trending right now

By Scratch Staff | 25 August 2025

Green nails have been dominating our social media feeds, and show no signs of going anywhere anytime soon! Check out our roundup of trending designs from Instagram below…

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PREMIER SIGNS manicurist, Robbie Tomkins

By Helena Biggs | 4 December 2017

Premier Hair and Makeup has added manicurist, Robbie Tomkins, to its roster of hair and beauty professionals. The London-based agency is representing the talent alongside its existing manicurists; Lindsay McIntosh, Jenni Draper, Anatole Rainey and Nichola Joss. Robbie worked for nail art brand Rock Beauty London, sister brand of Ciaté, and was spotted by Jenny…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: NSI Christmas Sparkle Kit

By Kat Hill | 4 December 2017

We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Keep everything to hand for creating client requests during the busy season with NSI’s limited edition Christmas Sparkle Kit. Featuring NSI’s Glaze…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: Erica Turley

By Kat Hill | 3 December 2017

We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Seek inspiration from Erica Turley’s seasonal nail look of the classic combination of red and white on a sophisticated almond shape. Glitter and gemstones add some…

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WHAT I’M WEARING: Rachell Ward, Abstract

By Sophie Nutt | 3 December 2017

We want to see what you’re wearing on your nails! Rachell Ward, of Abstract Mails, created a pre-Christmas nail look which a chic burgundy and gold look perfect for the party season. “I used Kiara Sky Dip Powder in Pure White with Winter Wonderland over the top on the middle finger. For…

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FESTIVE FANCIES: Lecenté reveals winter glitters

By Kat Hill | 2 December 2017

We’ve made a list and we’re checking it twice! In the countdown to Christmas, we’re rounding up festive designs and products for the most wonderful time of year. Give clients the gift of glittery nail designs to your clients with Lecenté’s Winter Collection. Available now, Sweet Squared and Lecenté have…

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SPARKLE with Crystal Parade this season

By Kat Hill | 2 December 2017

Add some seasonal sparkle with the Preciosa Christmas Mix from Crystal Parade. The mix will see nail designs sparkling in a variety of festive tones, including red, green and gold. Perfect for both manicures and pedicures, the pack includes 200 crystals in sizes ss5, ss7 and ss10. Shop the mix…

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