Cherry Nails: This Season’s Ultra-Luxe Mani Trend

By Charlie Colville

1 month ago

The classic shade making a comeback


If there’s one major nail trend that’s set to be big this autumn, it’s timeless designs with a twist. Alongside dark French tips and brown manicures, we’re seeing the revival of cherry red nails in the salon.

What Are Cherry Red Nails?

Think of dark, ripe cherries, and you should have the specific shade of red on everyone’s lips (and nails). ‘Red is always a staple for the cooler months, but this season, cherry red is the star,’ Angie Campbell, Lead Nail Tech at Paint Nails London, told us in our AW24 trend report. ‘It’s a sophisticated yet vibrant shade that transitions seamlessly from day to night.’

Coming in hot alongside maroon and burgundy, this is a trend that has all the fire power of a red mani – but with an emphasis on autumnal hues. And, while all-over colour is a classic, it can be worn in a variety of ways. ‘Whether worn as a full mani or as cherry red French tips, this colour is bold yet refined,’ notes Angie. Other designs we’re loving right now include chrome, cat eye and vampire nails.

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How To Ask For Them In The Salon

If you’re after all-over colour, simply ask your nail tech for a deep red manicure – like cherries. From there, you can pick the perfect colour from the salon’s selection. But if there’s specific nail art you’d like to try, then you’ll want to take in some photos to show your nail tech. This will help them better understand the look you’re after.

Get The Look At Home

Fancy trying the look for yourself? Go for a classic set of red nails with these polish picks:


Cherry red nail polish

Manucurist Paris

Dark Dahlia, £14

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Red polish

Pleasing

Vine Ripe, £18

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Red glitter gel polish

Mylee

Maraschino Cherry, £8.99

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Red nail polish on red background

OPI

Malaga Wine Nail Polish, £18

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What Is The Red Nail Theory?

The trend also ties in with TikTok’s red nail theory, a topic which has been hotly debated on the platform. ‘Red nail theory suggests that red nails signal confidence, power, and a bit of allure, almost like wearing red lipstick,’ explains Sami Pelling, a nail expert at the Nail Mafia, in a conversation with Fresha. ‘It’s based on the idea that red catches people’s attention and can be seen as a symbol of boldness and even romance.

‘From crimson to burgundy, red nails add a pop of vibrancy – and let’s be honest, they make you feel unstoppable,’ she continues. ‘Red nails are timeless, but we see a spike in popularity during autumn into winter because red tones complement the warm, rich colours we naturally start to wear in our outfits.’

Manicure Inspiration: Cherry Red Nails

1. Classic Cherry Red Nails

 

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2. Cat Eye

3. Square Nails

 

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4. Coquette

 

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5. Cherry Red French Tip Nails

6. Cherry Mocha

 

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7. Short Mani

 

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8. Cut-Outs

 

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9. Chrome Red Nails

 

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10. Vampire Nails

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12. Reverse French

 

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13. Almond Nails

14. Cherry Marble

15. Geometric Lines

 

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