Wedding Hair and Makeup Ideas From Allure Editors—With Photos

If you live by your to-do lists the way I do, you might see wedding planning as your Super Bowl. You booked a venue (check), picked out flowers (check), and sent out invitations (touchdown!). Your calendar might be so full that your wedding beauty details—like your hair, makeup, skin care, and nail look—are the last … Read more

11 Best Press-on Nails in 2023 for Salon Results on a Budget

Everybody loves a comeback, which is why Y2K beauty essentials like claw clips, and the best press-on nails are officially in their renaissance period, especially the latter. The early-2000s staple has made a triumphant return to the beauty space, and this time around, there are tons more (and way better) options to choose from. This new generation … Read more

Summer Nail Polish Colors to Wear All Season Long

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. It’s like what Elle Woods said: summer gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy. Happy people just don’t kill the vibe — they just don’t. (Or something like that.) The same thing applies to the … Read more

Celebrity Men Wearing Nail Art

As the conversations around beauty have evolved, so have the people who are actively claiming their places in the beauty community. From the rise of acne advocates to the normalization of traditional face tattoos in media, what was once an intentionally exclusive community has grown to include people from all walks of life. Nowhere is … Read more

These Spring 2024 Nail Art Trends Are Inspiring Us to Do the Most With Our Manicure

This spring, we lay to rest the minimal manicures that ruled our fingertips for the past year. “Many of 2024’s trends are rebelling against the previously reigning ‘clean girl’ look,” says Los Angeles-based nail artist and Lottie London artist in residence Chaun Legend. So what’s next, you ask? Beauty experts are predicting a widespread return … Read more

5 February Nail Colours Experts Say Will Dominate This Month

This might be controversial, but February is actually one of my favourite months. I don’t know whether it’s the fact that January is finally over, or whether it’s because spring feels like it is actually in sight, but I always feel a whole lot more energised and upbeat when the month rolls around. One thing … Read more

The Coquette Nail Trend Is Ramping Up—11 Designs I Love

As someone who prefers a more neutral, pared-back aesthetic, I’ve been desperate to find a way to incorporate the coquette trend into my style more subtly, and I think I’ve just found the answer. That’s right, say hello to coquette nails. After scrolling on Instagram, I came across so many stunning nail designs that perfectly … Read more

The Baby Pink Nail-Colour Trend Is Surprisingly Chic

I don’t know about you, but over the last few weeks, I’ve had all kinds of colours on my nails, from glittery red to festive green and even a bright gold shade for New Year’s Eve. With 2024 now in full swing, I’ve never been more ready to switch back to more of a reliable, “boring” nail … Read more

11 Winter Nail Colours That Always Look So Elevated

We have seen natural-looking nude polishes reign supreme in every season of 2023 so far, and winter will be no exception. “The great thing about a nude nail is that it’s very flattering and can give the appearance of longer, slender fingers. Nudes are also a great base for any minimal nail-art designs. If you’re … Read more