We love it because it’s chic, timeless, and instantly elevates any look: burgundy is the signature nail color for Winter 2025 manicures. It constantly reinvents itself, offering a spectrum of deep shades that flatter every skin tone and nail length… Here’s everything you need to know about burgundy nail polish and how to rock this shade to make a statement!
Why choose a burgundy manicure?
Burgundy nail polish is an absolute beauty-case essential. This timeless classic balances couture elegance and minimalist modernity, flatters every skin tone, and visually elongates your fingers.
Decoding burgundy nail trends
Burgundy nails
It is THE classic burgundy manicure, intense and warm. Inspired by fall fashion, it brings an effortless touch of elegance and flatters all nail lengths and shapes. It looks just as stunning on fingernails as it does on toenails. In short, it’s a foolproof choice for any occasion, from a cozy weekend by the fire to a chic evening out!
Blood Moon nails
Spotted on Selena Gomez, this trend blends chocolate and burgundy. The result? A dark, mysterious brown that flatters every skin tone and effortlessly transitions from everyday looks to evening outfits. The ultimate “day-to-night” manicure! Pair it with raw denim and a knit for effortless cool, or dress it up with a sophisticated outfit to unlock the full glamour of blood moon nails.
Selena Gomez's Blood Moon Mani created by Tom Bachik.
(@tombachik)
Berry nails
A luscious variation oscillating between cherry red, raspberry, and blueberry. Luminous and vibrant, this shade is made for anyone looking for a more modern, less conventional burgundy red manicure. It works just as well on short nails as on longer shapes and adds a pop of energy to winter looks.
Black cherry nails
This shade blends pure burgundy with a cherry undertone. Intense and enveloping, black cherry nails suit all nail shapes and naturally complement any style. With a glossy top coat, the result is completely irresistible! Many celebrities have already jumped on board: Kylie Jenner, Hailey Bieber… the “cherry squad” is in full swing!
Vampy burgundy
A deep burgundy enhanced with a sheer black veil that creates a magnetic, almost theatrical effect. Dark and ultra-desirable, vampy nails are one of the most prominent trends right now. Jennifer Lopez certainly wouldn't disagree!
Black cherry nails and Berry nails, the star manicures of the Fall-Winter 2025 season.
(@matejanova, @nailsbyzola)
All the ways to wear burgundy nail polish
With Manucurist, follow Burgundy nail polish trends, whether with Green™ nail polish or Green Flash™ gel polish, and switch up your style with the seasons and your mood. Discover the full palette in organic nail polish, in the bio-sourced spirit of Green™.
The black-tinted burgundy: Hollyhock
Between red and black, Hollyhock refuses to choose. This "dark" Burgundy polish reveals an intense, rock-inspired and ultra-modern shade – for those who love colours with real character. It’s the shade to turn to for the Blood Moon nails trend. You can also pair it with a matte Top Coat for an irresistible Velvet nails effect.
Purple-toned burgundies: Aubergine & Prune
Aubergine is that deep purple, with enveloping reflections that rides the Aubergine nails wave. Wear it like a chic accessory on spontaneous getaways, all the way to Sunday flea markets. Embrace it as an alternative to black for an ultra-stylish, contemporary manicure.
Burgundy with purple reflections, Prune brings a subtly fruity dimension, in the spirit of Berry nails. The elegance of a rich wine and the softness of a silky texture, brought together in one shade… Vibrant and ultra-sophisticated. We love it!
Give in to the allure of deep, dark burgundy with Hollyhock, Aubergine, and Prune.
Pure burgundy: Dark Pansy
Dark Pansy embodies the ultimate Burgundy. Not too brown, not too black, not too purple: just the right amount of intensity to evoke revisited Cherry nails. It’s for you if you love timeless manicures. It pairs beautifully with a cream knit, a satin black dress or textured pieces (velvet, smooth leather, tweed...).
Nuanced burgundies: Violeta & Queen of Night
Violeta is a rosy purple that reveals an illuminated Burgundy. The meeting of a soft plum and a trendy purple, totally irresistible! Violetta loves the light: with a cream jumper or lilac cardigan, it feels soft; with a plum satin top, it takes on a couture look; with jeans and a white shirt, it offers a fresh, stylish contrast.
As for Queen of Night (available in Green Flash™ from 30 January 2026), it’s a deep purple with grey undertones. It plays with the light and dresses your nails in mystery. Pair it beautifully with a beige trench coat or a grey outfit brightened by a colourful detail. Its urban purple look makes it perfect for minimalist or creative outfits. For make-up: wear it with a smoky eye, divine!
Pure or nuanced, which is your favorite burgundy nail polish: Dark Pansy, Violeta, or Queen of Night?
5 trendy burgundy nail art ideas
Here are five creative nail art ideas that are super easy to recreate with our burgundy shades.
For a manicure that lasts several weeks, discover all these shades in Burgundy gel polish to cure under an LED lamp.
Sparkling Prune
When Prune turns into jewellery… Make your Burgundy manicure sparkle by applying a coat of glitter top coat or Glazed powder over the base colour. A great chic manicure idea for the festive season!
Blood Moon inspiration
Aubergine Matte & Shiny
One deep purple polish, two radically different effects: apply Top Coat Sunshine to one half of the nail, the Top Coat Mat to the other… The result is an on-trend graphic manicure and a gorgeous textured effect for the autumn-winter season.
Slanted French Hollyhock
The softness of Pale Rose and the depth of Hollyhock combined for a French manicure with a fresh, offbeat twist on the side, created with a fine brush. Refined, contrasting, super on-trend: we approve!
Glitter burgundy, matte & shiny, or slanted French: create your own trendy Blood Moon nail art!
(@look8thenails)
Burgundy dots
An intense base colour with Hollyhock, delicate polka dots with Porcelaine… Tadaaam! Here’s easy-to-create nail art using a dotting tool, ultra-graphic and easy to wear in every season.
Burgundy stripes
A luminous pearlescent base with Fairy, Prune stripes drawn in fine vertical lines to structure the nail. Nail art with geometric patterns, as hypnotic as can be.
Deep burgundy & white polish, the winning combo for flawless striped or polka dot nails.
(@griffegriffegriffe, @irasnailroom)
How to make your burgundy manicure last longer?
As with all dark manicures, nail preparation is key. Here are the recommended steps to optimise wear:
Prep your nails
- File your nails to give them a harmonious shape (round, square or almond).
- Gently push back the cuticles with a little cuticle softener and a cuticle pusher.
- Gently buff with a preparation file to open the keratin scales and optimise polish wear.
- Degrease and cleanse to ensure the nail plate is ready for color application.
Don’t forget the protective base coat and top coat
Before applying polish, always make sure to apply a coat of base coat suited to your chosen routine (Base Coat Green™ or vitamin-enriched Base Coat Green Flash™).
After application, add glow and extend the wear of your polish with a coat of Top Coat Sunshine (over Green™ polish) or Top Coat Green Flash™ (over Green Flash™ polish).
Good nail prep, a protective base coat, and a matte or glossy top coat: give your burgundy manicure the best chance to last long.
Hydrate and protect
After application, nourish the cuticles by massaging them with a few drops of Green Oil, which you can apply every day for healthy nails and a long-lasting manicure, especially during winter. Also remember to protect your nails from overexposure to water and chemicals by wearing gloves for household chores.
What kind of occasion calls for a burgundy manicure?
Rock burgundy nails for…
- A chic night out: Hollyhock or Dark Pansy, in glossy or matte finishes.
- A professional meeting: Prune or Violeta, both elegant and softer.
- A wedding or dressy event: Queen of Night for a couture effect.
- A celebrity-inspired fashion look: Aubergine in the style of Blood Moon nails popularized by Selena Gomez.
- Everyday wear: Prune or Dark Pansy on short nails, for effortless chic on any occasion.
Burgundy nail polish: your best ally for a flawless “day-to-night” manicure.
One shade, endless interpretations. From burgundy red nails to nocturnal tones, burgundy reveals many facets… and lends itself perfectly to metallic textures, material effects, graphic nail art, and revisited classics. A timeless shade that never loses its shine and dresses up your hands like an accessory in its own right. A foolproof choice and an endless source of inspiration. Burgundy is simply beautiful 🍷💜
