Between the romantic echo of Valentine’s Day and the need for a subtle glow in the heart of winter, our nails take inspiration from 2025-2026 haute couture silhouettes. Velvety berry, frosted lilac, cloudy beige or icy glitter… Ready for an overview of the latest manicure trends? Spoiler: with Manucurist’s nail polish colour palette, you’ll want to try everything.
Love Bug: 3 soft, fresh nail polish shades
Let's start with a trio of romantic, delicate nail polishes — must-haves to make your hands stand out this February, to try in Green™ regular polishes or Green Flash™ gel polishes. Explore the full range of organic nail polishes, in line with the Green™ plant-based spirit.
Lilas: pastel soft power
Both delicate and airy, lilac blue is making a comeback. In fact, it took centre stage at the latest Carolina Herrera show… When it comes to nail polish, our very own Lilas is no exception. On fair skin, this pastel blue polish with mauve undertones creates a subtle contrast and brightens hands. On dark skin, it looks spectacular: guaranteed couture effect. Pair it with an oversized cream jumper and perfectly cut straight-leg jeans for an effortless "French girl" vibe. Short, rounded nails love it; on long nails, it turns sophisticated.
Candy: the good-mood pink
Candy is that pop pink polish with a subtle bluish shimmer. A vibrant and addictive shade, like tangy candy, that instantly brightens your manicure… just like that stunning strapless dress seen at Courrèges. On very fair skin, it delivers an ultra-fresh rosy effect. On medium skin, the contrast is flattering, chic and understated. On dark skin, it adds incredible radiance. The perfect shade to pair with a head-to-toe white look or a pastel blazer. The added bonus? Candy looks amazing on short, neatly filed nails.
Pomegranate: passion red (that never lets you down)
Impossible to imagine February without an intense garnet red polish… and Alexander McQueen would certainly agree! On the polish side, Pomegranate puts a fresh spin on tradition with a luminous, vibrant shade. It's the perfect match for Valentine nails, festive without being overly classic. Every skin tone loves it! On fair skin, it gives a "porcelain" effect; on medium skin, a more glamorous finish; on dark skin, an irresistible depth. Paired with a black blazer, a red satin top or simple raw denim, this red is irresistible. It's ideal on oval nail shapes, but on short square nails, it brings an ultra-fashionable edge to your hands.
Love bug, our trio of fresh, so-romantic shades!
(@m.o.n.a.j, @look8thenails, @tagwalk)
Berry & Butter: a gentle way out of winter
A trio of on-trend nail shades inspired by the delicious hues spotted on the runways: pale yellow, deep burgundy and a blended beige. Foolproof nail polish shades to warm up the end of the cold season.
Lemonade: sunny pastel
A soft, almost creamy glitter yellow polish that brings to mind the light of a February morning… meet Lemonade. A super-trendy colour, emblematic of Butter nails, also spotted at the latest Givenchy show. Medium and dark skin tones love it: it turns into a fresh, modern statement colour. Pair it with pearl grey, off-white or lavender pieces for an ultra-trendy pastel combo. Lemonade looks fabulous on short, neat nails or in a minimalist nail art French manicure.
Prune: winter’s couture trend
Deep, enveloping, mysterious, Prune is one of the major 2026 trends seen on the haute couture runways. Look no further than Mame Kurogouchi's stunning draped dress. How about across skin tones? This burgundy polish enhances fair skin for an art deco feel. On medium skin, opt for metallic finishes, the ideal combo for evening wear. And it dresses up the nails of dark skin tones with maximum intensity. Easily pair it with an XXL blazer, a black tie column dress or a head-to-toe denim look. With its black cherry red hue, it elevates your outfit like never before. Choose long or mid-length nails to let its full depth shine. Forget black polish, go for Blood Moon nails instead!
Dove Beige: absolute softness
Dove Beige is that lovely soft beige polish with a hint of grey — a winter wardrobe essential, also seen at Christian Wijnants this season. A polish colour close to nude shades that gives your nails an effortless chic look. Ideal for fans of sheer nails and other soap nails! Thanks to its neutral undertone, it beautifully compliments any skin tone and suits every nail shape. With grey tailored trousers, ecru knitwear & camel boots, it's so chic! Already available in Green™, find it in Green Flash™ from 30 January 2026.
Butter nails, Blood Moon nails, Sheer nails: manicure trends are waiting for you in February.
(@matejanova, @tagwalk)
Frozen Hearts: to blow hot and cold
A trio of frosted nail polish shades straight from the Fall-Winter runways: incandescent red, icy pink and silver glitter.
Lava: warm intensity to beat the cold
Impossible to resist the warmth of Lava, this vibrant red polish infused with a hint of orange that brings a touch of sunshine to grey February days. A dynamic colour that pops on your fingertips, spotted on the fabulous fringed dress from the latest Ferragamo runway show. It is especially flattering on medium and dark skin tones. On fair skin, it gives a high-fashion, almost avant-garde look. Wear it with an oversized white shirt or a warm neutral piece (sandy beige, natural linen) for a soft, sunny Riviera feel. Complete the outfit with gold jewellery to embrace the warm energy of this pop red. It flatters short or long nails, in almond, oval, squoval, or even stiletto shapes. The goal? Let it glow!
Blossom: sheer icy pink
Among winter's trendiest shades, this frost-bitten blush pink spotted on the Simone Rocha catwalk. Just like our lovely Blossom, a creamy, soft and velvety pale pink. On fair skin, Blossom reveals its freshness and softens the skin's texture. On medium skin, it delivers a radiant, polished finish in true sheer nails style. On dark skin, the shade turns into a vibrant, modern and elegant pastel pink. Pair it with luminous neutrals (off-white, ivory, rosy beige) for an early spring silhouette; with pastels (lavender, sky blue, soft mint) for a soothing colour harmony; or with denim (light-wash jeans + oversized denim jacket) for an easy, soft casual combo. The ideal shape to highlight the softness of this shade? Short and rounded. A clean, neat and ultra-chic look guaranteed. It will also beautifully showcase squoval nails.
Disco: February sparkle
To keep the festive vibe going, go for Disco, this shimmering glitter polish that showers your nails in metallic silver effects. For a glossy, bold manicure! Same goes for the runway look at Versace. A gorgeous shade for a winter break in the mountains or as an accent nail for a statement nail art. On fair skin, this glitter polish creates a stunning "frosted" effect. On medium skin, the glitter stands out even more for a modern look. On dark skin, the silver becomes more vibrant, almost mirror-like. Wear it with a ski suit to bring some fun to the slopes, a warm white cable-knit jumper, or an all-black look for a sharper graphic contrast.
Hot or icy, your nails will make hearts skip a beat this winter.
(@matejanova, @tagwalk)
How do you choose your nail polish shade in February?
By skin tone
- Fair skin tones will prefer Lilas, Blossom, Candy, Lemonade (on very pale skin), Dove Beige.
- Medium skin tones will love Pomegranate, Lava, Prune, Candy, Lemonade.
- Dark skin tones will naturally gravitate toward Lava, Prune, Lemonade, Disco, Pomegranate.
According to your nail shape
- On short nails, opt for Lilas, Candy, Blossom, Lemonade, Dove Beige.
- On long nails, we love Lava, Pomegranate, Prune, Disco.
Depending on your plans this month
- For Valentine's Day, wear our favourite love colours: Pomegranate, Lava, Candy.
- For a winter break in the mountains, we’re going for Disco, Dove Beige, Blossom.
- For a sunny escape, we’re loving Lemonade, Lilas, Candy.
Find your February nail polish shade to suit your skin tone, nail shape and mood.
(@shanivynails, @matejanova,@nenapleasenails)
Good manicure habits for February
Winter calls for a caring manicure routine. Here are our essentials to keep your nails full of vitality:
Hydrate generously
Cold weather can weaken the appearance of your hands. A good reason to adopt the following three treatments:
- Nail Moisturizing Duo, a care duo to pamper nails lacking hydration. It combines the Vitamin Base Coat, formulated with nourishing active ingredients like aloe vera, vitamin C and ginseng, and the Complete Serum, designed to deliver optimal hydration thanks to its formula enriched with plant glycerin and chestnut extracts. A 2-week treatment will help your nails regain their natural balance.
- Hand Cream that wraps the skin in a comfortable veil with zero greasy or sticky finish. Its formula enriched with coconut oil, rapeseed wax and aloe vera provides softness and suppleness, all while leaving a delicate rose scent. We love it!
Nail Moisturizing Duo and Hand Cream, your BFFs for hydrating nails and hands.
Stimulating nail growth
To support beautiful length, reach straight for:
- Keratin Booster, an expert concentrate designed to support fragile, weak nails. Its biomimetic formula, rich in plant keratin, silica and biotin, reinforces the nail's natural structure and helps restore a smoother, more resilient look. As for its lightweight texture, it absorbs instantly. Apply it 1 to 3 times a day for one week.
- Nail Boost food supplements, packed with vitamins, minerals and natural-origin extracts (brewer's yeast, blueberry) to deeply strengthen nails and boost their growth. Take as an intensive course for fragile or weak nails (2 capsules per day for 3 months) or as a maintenance routine to prolong the benefits and keep nails looking their best (1 capsule per day for 2 months).
Boost your nails on the surface and deep down with the Keratin Booster and Nail Boost dietary supplements.
Nine shades, a thousand possibilities: in February, anything goes. A soft pink here, a vibrant red there, a French manicure or minimalist nail art to surprise beneath your gloves, and golden glitter to light up winter nights… Trust your colour instinct! It’s what defines the manicure of the month ✨💅
Discover the nail polish colours to wear in January here, March colours here, and all winter colours in this article.
