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Senior Beauty Editor Samantha Holender shares the nail colors and designs that work best on square nails. Shop her favorite fall nail polishes, ahead.

Classic French manicures can look a bit too crisp for fall. Here, explore over a dozen Thanksgiving French manicures.

We found the cutest holiday nails and holiday nail designs, from Ralph Lauren nails and Christmassy cat's eye nails to bow nails and chrome star nails.

Discover 9 cute and classy winter nail ideas to inspire your next manicure. Easy designs, seasonal shades, and stunning winter nail inspo to try now.

Dark nails are perfect for winter. We've rounded up 23 deeply-colored nail looks to test out in the months ahead.

This December, short nails can be a great base for deep hues, Christmasy designs, and winter motifs. Explore 20 short nail ideas for the month.

Winter is the perfect time to experiment with rich colors, luxurious textures, and icy motifs—and you can do all that and more without an over-the-top...

Here, we’ve rounded up 20 nail ideas for when you think a proposal is coming. Plus, we provide the polishes and tools you'll need to get your hands in...

Ready to experiment with a showstopping 3D manicure? Showcase your originality with the 23 builder gel nail ideas inside.

Dec 6, 2024 - Pantone officially announced its 2025 color of the year, Mocha Mousse, and it’s a gorgeous brown hue that’s stunning on nails. Read on for some brown nail...

Looking for Halloween nail ideas for your seasonal mani? These spooky season manicures will haunt you until you just go for it.

Taurus is an earth sign who loves luxury and is known to be loving, soothing, steady, and driven. Keeping these elements in mind, here are 25 Taurus nail...

Red is arguably the most festive and quintessential color of Christmas, making it the perfect hue to try out for your December manicure. Inside, find 25 red...

Pink French tips make the classic French manicure blush. Here are 23 ways to swap out the traditional white for a more playful and delicate hue.

We rounded up the best evergreen nail ideas for this year, including French manicures, geographic designs, trendy nail art, and more.

Feb 11, 2026 - Find the trendiest short nail ideas for every manicure vibe—from micro-French tips to maximalist animal-print and cat-eye finishes.

Whether you’re into minimal nails, pink shades, or nude hues, here are 15 maid of honor nail ideas we know you’re going to love.

Inside, discover polka dot nail designs with luxe cat-eye bases, rich, textural shades of cocoa and burgundy, and metallic accents.

Gold nails for winter are classic, glamorous, and go with every holiday party outfit. Explore 25 gold nail ideas inside, from glittering French tips to chrome...

Jan 12, 2026 - Beauty and fashion trend from the '90s are back and better than ever, so why not embrace a retro manicure from the decade of tie-dye and "Friends?"

The "Frosted Berry" manicure is a nail design with a deep berry hue and touch of shimmer, be it a chrome glaze, glitter pigments, or something else....

Nov 18, 2023 - Get festive and fun inspiration from these Christmas and holiday season manicures by nail artists and nail polish brands.

Your Christmas glam isn't complete without a festive manicure. Scroll through 22 Christmas nail ideas inside.

Gel polish will keep your hands looking effortlessly polished all winter long. Keep reading to uncover over a dozen winter gel nail ideas.

Nov 24, 2025 - A roundup of jewel tone nail art designs that are equal parts bold and sophisticated — think sapphire tips, topaz swirls, and more.

Explore over 900+ AI Nail Designer photo shoot ideas. Get inspired for your next photoshoot.

Looking for the perfect winter nail color? We’ve compiled 25 winter nail ideas for 2025 to use as inspiration for your next manicure.

Chrome has become the ultimate source of manicure inspiration, so if you're looking for the best silver chrome nail ideas, you've come to the right...

Nov 22, 2025 - Ahead, a roundup of festive celebrity manicures to inspire your own nail looks this holiday season.

These stunning rhinestone bedazzled nail art ideas will have you feeling the early 2000s nostalgia in a major way.

Jelly polish is a summer staple, but it looks just as pretty in trending winter polish colors and prints. Inside, find 10 winter jelly nail ideas, from sheer...

Brown will always be a classic fall nail color. From micro-French tips to geometric designs, these are the best chocolate nail designs to try for a chic...

A dark manicure is an alluring winter staple. Inside, find 26 ideas to inspire your next set, from trending Baccarat nails to black cat-eye finishes.

From ruby reds to pearlescent whites, these Cancer nail ideas take cues from the sign’s birthstones and serve as the coolest manicure inspiration.

Cat eye nails are the hottest nail art design this winter. Here are 21 of the best cat eye manicure design inspirations to try on yourself. Plus, the six best...

Jan 22, 2026 - From the red French manicure to pink polka dots, check out the coolest Valentine's Day nail art.

Cherry mocha nails feature a deep burgundy shade that's so pretty to wear this fall and winter. We've rounded up 17 nail cherry mocha nail ideas to...

Feb 24, 2025 - Cosmo's assistant beauty editor scoured Instagram to curate this list of the prettiest manicure ideas and designs for short nails to try this year.

Whether you're celebrating your special day or want to get in on the season's vibe, explore 20 Libra nail designs here.

From garnet-inspired designs that pay homage to the month's birthstone to frosted, icy finishes that embrace the season, click to see January's best...

Sweater nails are a fun yet classic winter manicure choice. Inside, find 23 ways to wear them, from nude cable knit tips to cheerfully colored stripes.

Short Christmas nails capture the spirit of the season without getting in the way of your holiday festivities. Find inspiration for your next mani, here.

A new school year brings about a fresh start. Celebrate it with a fun manicure, whether you're a student, a teacher, or just embracing this habitual season...

Chrome manicures have become as iconic as the classic French, and December's abundance of festivities makes it an ideal moment to embrace the look. Ahead,...

This season’s nail art leans into preppy patterns, wintery hues, and thoughtful maximalism.

Jan 15, 2026 - Introducing iced coffee glass nails, the nail trend taking inspiration from the dainty glassware all over your feed.

Check out new nail designs, ideas, polish trends to get inspiration & tips for your next nail art design, all on SELF.

Holiday manicures are taking over our feeds, and wrapping paper nail ideas are perfect for your next polish refresh. Discover 13 ways to explore the gift box...

New year, new manicure. To help you kick off 2026, we've rounded up 15 short nail ideas for January. See all of the looks inside.

Spiced chai nails combine warm brown polish with gold accents, chrome, and cat-eye finishes. Discover our favorite looks for winter, inside.

Looking for a little end-of-year mani inspo? Here, manicurists reveal their favorite December nail ideas. Along with the expected holly-jolly palettes, the...

Dec 21, 2025 - Whether you're headed out until the early hours or feel like curling up in front of a movie, here are 12 cute manicure ideas for all kinds of New Year's Eve...

Party season ushers in sparkly, shimmery manicures and holiday tones that we wait all year long for. We've rounded up 20 holiday party nail ideas that...

Velvet manicures are taking a dark turn this season. Find 20 dark velvet nail ideas inside, from bold blacks to rich reds.

Dec 3, 2024 - These dark nail ideas will give you serious nail envy. You can DIY them at home or use them as inspiration for your next salon visit.

Feb 19, 2026 - Find the trendiest pastel nail ideas—from shades like butter yellow and lavender milk, to popular effects like cat-eye—for every nail shape, length, and vibe.

Nov 24, 2025 - Considering all the social and familial obligations that come with the holidays, you might as well arrive in style with a festive, thematic Christmas manicure.

Sep 19, 2025 - Discover the top nail trends for September 2025, from timeless classics to playful fall manicure ideas. Fresh, modern looks that take you seamlessly from day...

From soft gradients to bold French tips, manicurists share their favorite squoval nail design ideas.

All the latest nail art trends, prettiest press-ons, and best-in-class polish formulas to keep your fingertips and toes in tip-top shape, straight from top...

Dec 17, 2025 - Whether you're headed out until the early hours or feel like curling up in front of a movie, here are 15 cute manicure ideas for all kinds of New Year's Eve...

Everything is better when wrapped up in a bow—even your nails! From dazzling metallic ribbons to gentle cream-colored ties, a dainty bow is the perfect way...

These white winter nail ideas are as dreamy as the first snow of the season. Explore 23 timeless designs to try this season, from glazed French tips to...

Dark aura manicures possess a moody, mystical vibe perfect for the cooler months. Scroll on for 19 of our faves, from witchy black-and-silver sets to rich plum...

Dec 1, 2025 - From cranberry French tips to dainty snowflakes, here are 15 short Christmas nail ideas to get you in the festive spirit.

Nov 27, 2024 - Emerald green is one of winter 2025's trendiest nail polish shades. Get in on the jewel-toned look with these 12 unique nail art designs.

Bows are the fun and festive design taking manicures by storm. Whether you want your nail art reminiscent of a holiday ribbon or to stand out with a 3D bow...

Celebrity manicurists share their favorite nude nail ideas and polish choices, from sheer designs to funky nail art and gold trim.

We found best glitter nail ideas that are perfect for New Year's Eve and beyond. Discover manicure ideas and best glittery nail products to shop this season.

Sugar cookie nails are winter’s sweetest trend. Find inspo inside, from sparkling white French tips to creamy cat-eye manicures.

Short doesn't have to mean bare or boring. Bring some excitement to your mani and express yourself with one of these 24 short nail ideas for winter.

Give French tips a decadent, luxurious spin by opting for a metallic finish. From cat-eye and chrome to glitter polish, these are the best ideas to take...

From super minimalist designs leveraging glitter and chrome to cutesy holiday designs, these Christmas French tip nail ideas are worth keeping in your back...

Nov 12, 2025 - Find chic, simple, long-lasting nail extension ideas—plus expert tips on choosing between gel extensions and classic styles.

Reach for jelly nail polish to get a wash of juicy, semi-sheer color on your nails. Scroll through 23 jelly nail polish looks fit for every season, from candy...

Planning a mehendi or haldi function? Get ready to dive into a world of color, style, and festive flair! Mehndi and Haldi ceremonies are all about celebrating...