So what’s the manicure of the moment? Some may say it’s the naked manicure, while others think the black cherry gloss still reigns supreme. But nail artist Naomi Yasuda, whose clients include Lady Gaga, Greta Lee, and Charli XCX, has the answer for you.
Scroll on for inspiration and to decide on a shade (or design) for your next manicure appointment.
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Courtesy Naomi Yasuda
Cherry Jelly
Syrupy burgundy nails were a huge hit for winter, and I’m still loving the color, with a twist. For spring, choose a sheerer version. I’m obsessed with Addiction Tokyo’s Cherry Cocktail shade; I even used it for the Diotima fall 2025 show. It gives that perfect, translucent dark red look.
Neutral Cat Eyes
The cat-eye polish trend is subtle but so fun to look at. The only downside is that you typically need gel polish to achieve the look. However, Sally Hansen has some great press-on cat-eye nails that work well, like the green shade (On Rocket Fuel) and champagne color (Lost in the Frost). They are my go-tos.
Soap Nails
I’m a big fan of soap nails. After all, who doesn’t love a clean, fresh look? The style looks great on everyone and looks good with every outfit. My favorite polish shade to get the look is OPI Bare My Soul; it’s a perfect sheer pinky nude.
