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The Sun
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Viral ‘strawberry' manicure leaves the internet horrified with many saying the nail design makes them ‘feel ill'
PASTELS and fruit-inspired themes are just some of the latest nail trends for this summer. The glorious season is all about rocking as much colour as possible and many beauty buffs have been loving getting a strawberry-inspired manicure. 5 5 This is exactly the look one woman from Hamburg, Germany, jumped on recently - but the final result has left hundreds of thousands horrified. The artist behind the masterpiece, Tanja Gravina, regularly shares bizarre and unusual nail designs to her 18.6k followers on TikTok - and her latest work is no exception. In the past, the hair, make-up and nail artist has created ''rotting nails'', a 3D spider design perfect for Halloween, ''swamp water aquarium'' nails and even a grim manicure with yellow gnashers. Keeping up with the shocking designs, Tanja also recently left social media users with their jaws on the floor with her latest piece - ''cute strawberry summer nails''. Much like the rest of her pieces, this unconventional mani is in 3D, with deep 'pores' for the seeds and texture - enough to make many feel ''ill''. Tanja, whose unusual work has won her a whopping 2million likes on the platform, also opted to ditch the signature juicy red colour we usually associate the berry with. Instead, the young woman went for a paler look - which she described as ''slightly bloody''. Showing off the shocking pointy nails from all angles, Tanja wrote in the caption: ''Aren't they just so summery and dainty?'' 'What in the jeepers creepers is this?!?!' It's not the first time Tanja has left people horrified with her unusual designs - and this work is no exception. As more than 10,000 viewers gave the video a like, over 2,000 flooded to comments in sheer horror. One terrified TikToker said: ''You say strawberry I see Freddy Krueger.'' Another wrote: ''I think we have a different definition of cute.'' ''This made me feel ill,' someone else chimed in. ''Been checking your account and you make the most disgusting nails I've ever seen. Be proud of yourself,'' a fan praised the young woman. ''What in the jeepers creepers is this?!?!'' a horrified viewer wanted to know. What age can you take kid to get their nails done? MUMS have sparked controversy after allowing their kids to get acrylic nails. But just how old do they have to be to be allowed to get them done legally. According to the National Occupational Standards, anyone under the age of 16 has to be accompanied by an adult. They also need written consent from a parents or guardian. It's also a good idea to check that the salon you're planning to go to - just to ask if they offer services to children. Pickle-inspired nails 5 5 We previously reported on another bizarre nail trend that was all the rage in LA last year - pickle-inspired toes that look like you have fungus on your feet. Yes, that's right - a 3D nail art depicting crunchy pickles and even a jar of the cult favourite cupboard staple painted on your nails. Whilst many of us are choosing an ombré design or opting for more vibrant colours, the music producer Benny Blanco left social media users totally horrified with his pickle toes. The 37-year-old, who's dating the American singer and actress Selena Gomez, 32, is reported to have even asked the nail tech to paint the girlfriend's favourite pickle brand too, Yahoo! said earlier. Benny, real name Benjamin Joseph Levin, proudly showed off his new pedicure in an Instagram post from nail technician @nailedbytav. The star, who began dating Selena midway through 2023, shared close-up snaps of his pickle feet via Instagram Stories. Both of his big toes included the logo of Selena's favorite pickle brand — Best Maid Pickles - whilst the rest of the toes included intricate and realistic nail art to resemble pickles.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Best Nail Shape for Mature Hands, According to a Celebrity Manicurist
The Best Nail Shape for Mature Hands, According to a Celebrity Manicurist originally appeared on Parade. There's no rules when it comes to manicures—do what is fun, flattering, exciting and joyful for you! But our nails do age with us, so we need to take extra care to keep them healthy as we get older. Our nails may grow more slowly, or become dull and brittle. So, we caught up with celebrity manicurist Julie Kandalec, who has worked with Emily Blunt, Jessica Chastain and Connie Britton, to discuss nail health, nail trends and aging. "Our skin, hair and nails all become more dehydrated with age, so drinking lots of water with electrolytes helps keep the nails flexible," Kandalec tells Parade. "Nails are supposed to be flexible. That way they bend, not break!" As we age, if our nails become brittle, she suggests "keeping a nail coating on them like a structured manicure or even just gel polish like CND Shellac, really helps to keep them intact and prevent them from peeling and splitting," she says. This would also cover opaque or yellowing nails, which can happen with age. Kandalec likes shorter nails for mature women. "I love a shorter soft square or almond shape," she says. And this summer, "a sheer white chrome mani is trending for all ages! It's beautiful and reflects just enough so that it's not too bold," she says. "Also I love putting a superfine glitter top coat over a blush pink mani, I'm wearing that on my hands now! It gives just a subtle sparkle that you really can only see close up." Other favorite current trends for Kandalec are "chrome nails, 3D flowers, micro french, and glitter french," she says. Related: 50 Best Nail Ideas for Women Over 50 Press-ons are also trending, "for good reason," Kandalec says. "They're fast and if you want just a little length and strength from home, Kiss offers some really simple to fun designs." She recommends both the no-glue options and the traditional press-ons. But never ever "peel your press-ons off, or remove them with a tool before giving them enough time to properly soak," Kandalec says. The absolute minimum is 15 minutes. Related: We also asked Kandalec about the latest trends in pedicures. "I have been seeing a ton of bare toes! Either super sheer toes, or something like Bubble Bath for a whisper of done-ness. Personally I'm wearing 2 coats of Bubble Bath with a super skinny gold glitter french," she says. "Bright neons on coral and hot pink will always be fun in the summer too." Related: :The Best Nail Shape for Mature Hands, According to a Celebrity Manicurist first appeared on Parade on Jun 16, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Mail
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The nail colours that look outdated in summer 2025 - and the shades to pick instead
You know that feeling when you look down at your nails and think: 'They just look... wrong?' It's not chipped polish or a dodgy shape, it's just the colour. What looked chic in February is giving 'forgot to update for summer' by June. You're not wrong: nail colour trends shift with the seasons, and this summer is all about bold, clean and feminine shades. So, if you're still clinging to your usual go-to like a safety blanket (my best friend considers going from Ferrari Red to Big Apple Red as a seismic change), here are the colours to have on rotation this season. OUT: Glazed Donut Nails IN: Almond Milk Nails The pearly Glazed Donut sheen that once ruled TikTok (thanks Hailey Bieber) now feels a little too understated. A cuter neutral for summer is Almond Milk: cooler-toned and creamier, with more of a white than nude finish. OUT: Butter Yellow Soft, pastel yellows had their sunshine moment and are still dominating when it comes to clothes, but this summer's mani vibe is louder and bolder. Highlighter yellow is neon-bright, mood-lifting, and made for showing off against bronzed skin and beach towels. It's the type of thing you can only – and should only – rock in summer. OUT: Deep Red IN: Picante Red Deep, rich reds are now the staple of grandmas – this summer it's getting nudged aside by something spicier. Picante red is lighter, warmer, and leans into orange territory, like a sun-drenched chilli or the perfect paprika. It's vibrant, fiery, and perfect for those OUT: Classic French Polish IN: Fresh White All-Over The dainty French manicure has had its day. This season, it's all about committing to white. A full, opaque fresh white feels modern, confident and instantly summery, like a linen dress for your nails. Bonus: it makes even the faintest tan look golden. OUT: Brat Green IN: Tiffany Blue Punchy, hyper-green had its wild moment (thanks, Charli XCX and the party girl renaissance), but summer 2025 is softening the mood. Tiffany Blue brings back Audrey Hepburn elegance – it's polished, playful, and says 'expensive' without shouting. Think martinis, not vodka shots. OUT: Sparkly Shades IN: Iridescent Finish
