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@harrietwestmoreland/@matejanova//InstagramMicro Polka
Tiny red polka dots on a soft pink base are the easiest way to bring interest to your nails while still being understated.
Fall In Love
When in doubt, extra tiny hearts is always a great idea for the Valentine’s season.
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Pink On Pink
Ease into pink and romance with an understated pastel rose French tip.
Delicate Details
Elevate any natural manicure with the addition of teeny tiny heart designs. This detailed manicure is definitely one to take to the salon, as expert precision is essential when adding these miniature decals.
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Milky French
Whether you’re single or a bride-to-be, a classic French manicure is one of the most sophisticated styles to sport for Valentine’s Day. For an added flare, opt for a super-glossy chrome base like the example here.
Glamorous Gemstones
There’s no better time to add some glitz to your tips than Valentine’s Day; this mixture of glittering tones and 3D gemstones is maximalist without veering too bold.
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Glitter Kisses
These ombre French tips wouldn’t be complete without some sparkly kiss-inspired details. If you’re looking for romantic nail inspiration that isn’t just hearts on hearts, this would be our pick of the pot.
Classic Red
If in doubt, you cannot go wrong with a luxurious red manicure; it’s chic, simple and utterly timeless.
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Natural Gloss
Valentine’s Day nails needn’t be too over-the-top. Keep it simple with an ultra-clean natural manicure, or opt for a soft pink shade courtesy of BIAB technology.
Sophisticated Frames
This framing nail design is a sleek way to update the classic French tip trend. Opt for a rich red tone to keep your manicure looking elevated and mature.
Katie Withington (she/her) is the Beauty Writer, at ELLE UK and Harper’s Bazaar. Working alongside the ELLE UK Beauty Team, she covers all things beauty for both print and digital, from finding backstage make-up trends at London Fashion Week and investigating buzzy skincare ingredients, to unzipping the beauty bags of Hailey Bieber and Margot Robbie. Prior to joining ELLE UK in 2022, Katie studied (BA) Fashion Journalism at London College of Fashion and has previously contributed to Red, Good Housekeeping and Prima.
Medina Azaldin is the beauty editor of ELLE and Harper’s Bazaar UK, working across print and digital features. She has more than seven years journalism experience and has previously written for Red and Good Hoousekeeping. When she’s not demystifying the latest skincare ingredient, sniffing out the next big perfume trend or uncovering the science behind wellness practices, you’ll most likely find her in Hatchards Piccadilly or watching a crime series with her cats. Oh, and she’s a competitive cheerleader, too.
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