Emerald green nails are a stunning shade that is rich and luxurious. The color is associated with wealth, power, and royalty and will help you achieve an elegant but modern manicure. The great thing about this color is it’s incredibly versatile and pairs well with both muted and bright tones. It can be worn on nails of all nail lengths and shapes, but longer nails are better if you wish to create more detailed nail art. Wearing it with white or gold is a chic option as these colors compliment the emerald green and add to the sophisticated appearance instead of creating contrast. If a French tip is a little too uniform for you, this loose squiggle design is perfect. With a selection of this summer's key colour trends in one look, it's ideal for the season. Use a fine nail brush to create the strokes and clean up with a cotton bud for a sharp edge. 13. Tiled French tips Combine two of our expert trends in one design with a baby French tip and dot detailing – both understated and a nice pop of colour. As with any design, it's very easy to swap out colours to your own preferences. 34. Marbled nails

Walking Barefoot: in areas prone to fungal infection such as swimming pools, public showers and gyms Shoes: tight shoes, or ones that don’t allow your feet to breathe leading them to become hot and sweaty are the ideal breeding ground for fungi This look would pair perfectly with any nail choice that has white in it. This simple look is perfect if you’ve spent ages on your nails and still want your toes to look nice but don’t want to put in too much effort. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a warmer colour palette than these ‘60s-inspired swirls, giving us all the bright and bold nail art inspiration we could ask for. You'll need a pretty steady hand and fine nail polish brushes to create this at home, so, depending on your skill level, it may be worth relying on a nail tech to do the hard work for you. 18. Zebra tipsPurple is a gorgeous color that is associated with luxury, royalty, and sophistication. So, it should come as no surprise that purple nails are a big trend this year, and there are multiple shades to try out. This allows you to find a look that complements your skin tone and your nail shape and length. Purple also pairs well with other colors, and you can choose to incorporate varying shades depending on your preference. You can also experiment with different effects and finishes — for example, glitter or matte nail polish. Valentine’s Day is the holiday of love and a great time to celebrate the special people in your life. You do not have to wait for Feb. 14 to be inspired by it, though, and cute heart manicures are a fantastic choice for any time of the year. There are many ways to try out this look, but one of the most popular is the pairing of reds, pinks, and whites. These colors can be very feminine but are also versatile and easy to mix and match. You can decide on multiple base coats and paint little hearts in a different shade on top of them. Or make your artwork more daring with bolder hues. You can opt for a more subtle and wearable look by painting just one fingernail with a heart and leaving the rest with your favorite shade of solid nail polish. iridescent finishes [are on trend for summer] as the era is massively trending right now," says Humphrey. “ Essie’s You Do Blue and Essie Feel The Fizzle are perfect, and the Expressie FX Top Coats are incredible for the 90s look.” 29. The reverse French mani Anti-fungal Medications: either in the form of tablets or a special paint or drops that you apply directly to the nail. Anti-fungal medication takes a while to works and people usually need to continue with these for a number of months until symptoms completely resolve. This is one of the most unique summer nails designs we've come across and we can't get enough. Super easy to create from home, all you need is a clear base coat and a range of colours that can be swiped onto the tips of the nails. Switch between regular and glittery coloured polishes to get a more dimensional look. 15. Swirls

Summer is the time of year when my nail game is naturally on its top form. With holidays, weddings and summer soirees filling the season, there are plenty of excuses to book in for a manicure that will see you through this time of year. Whether it's long-wearing gel nails that will see you through your holiday or out-of-office antics or fun nail art, summer is the perfect time to dust off those bright nail colours that we stashed away in the winter and experiment with sunnier hues that match the optimism of the season. Because even if the UK doesn't deliver on the warm. weather, we can still tap into that sunny feeling on our fingertips.Of course, you can have any fun and summery motifs that you like as part of a completely bespoke nail art design – that's the beauty of it! It's worth noting that nail salons usually charge more for more complex or unique nail art designs, but it's worth it for a manicure that's completely unique. Simple summer nail designs If you want to unleash your fierce side, what better way to do that than with a leopard print manicure? This animal print has remained a firm favorite in the fashion world for decades because it can make a statement but at the same time is very easy to wear and can mix and match with other colors. The same approach can be applied to your nails, but combine your print with brown nail polish for a more subdued and complementary option. The warm tones make for a wonderful wintery manicure that is also fun and unique. Experiment with the placement of your leopard print. For example, choosing to keep it only at the tips, playing around with negative spacing, or opting for only one printed nail and the rest in brown polish. Dots are a fun way to add a bit of detailing to any shade of polish –though a neutral shade will make them stand out all the more. "Pairing Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Ballerina as a base with a watermelon-coloured micro-dot is super easy to create,” Diogo suggests. "My top tip for creating the perfect dot is to dip a Kirby grip into polish and dot onto the nail." 28. Iridescent nails

A GP can prescribe antifungal tablets. But before they give you tablets they should take a sample of your nail and have it tested, to find out what type of infection you have. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by a problem with the immune system which causes an increase in the production of skin cells. Symptoms of Nail Psoriasis Croc or snake effect nails are a real growing trend (admittedly, usually in fun shades you wouldn't see on an actual reptile), and we love this hot pink option. Salons will often use blooming gel polish to create the look, though you could create a similar effect using a Q-tip. 22. 50/50 Nail art provides a chance to express yourself, and there are multiple ways to do that, including a more abstract approach. Wiggles are a fun way to add color to your manicure and can be created in varying shades. You can opt for a nude base coat and then add vibrant wiggles over it or paint each nail a different color. The angle at which you add your wiggles can also differ, letting you experiment to find the perfect look. However, this detailing will work on all nail shapes and lengths, the longer, the better. Longer nails can have a feminine appearance, but they also allow you to show your artwork better. Plus, there’s more space for creativity. Sometimes, you don't want a shouty manicure, and that's where the ' clean-girl' nails come in. "Summer is always a popular season for weddings so the minimal designs are always a good look. They look chic and so effortless." says Shelton. "I love the sheer nudes that OPI has because they are so perfect to wear on their own or to layer with nail art. Some of my favourites are Bubble Bath, Put It In Neutral, Bare My Soul and Baby Take A Vow. There is a shade for everyone and every skin tone."As for how to to ombre nails? "You can easily re-create the airbrush effect at home using makeup sponges," she advises. "Apply the colour to the sponge and dab it onto the nail in the desired position. Repeat for coverage if needed once each layer is dry, and always use a top coat to smooth any lumps or bumps– I love Essie Gel Couture Top Coat as it has the highest shine with zero shrinkage." 17. Psychedelic swirls

Having a different colour and/or design on each nail results in a unique design, and this particular manicure screams summer – especially the rainbow swirls. Although the longer length is beneficial, particularly for French tips, you could fit smaller swirls and tips onto shorter nails, too. 8. Two colours This shade just makes sense for the summer months –think bright blue skies, bright blue seas, and bright blue nails. Don't get us wrong, it'd work well as part of a nail art design, like mermaid nails, but it's so bold that it really stands out from the crowd and makes a statement on its own. 10. Multiple colours

4. Detailed Christmas Nails

This technique involves doubling up your French manicure, with both a micro tip and the reverse French mani, which involves painting a thin line of colour along the base of the line. The alternative colours here are super summery! 32. Chrome