Between the romantic buzz of Valentine’s Day and the need for a soft winter glow, our nails are taking cues from the haute couture silhouettes of 2025-2026. Velvety berry, frosted lilac, cloudy beige or icy glitter... Ready for a full trend recap? Spoiler alert: with Manucurist’s nail polish colour palette, you’ll want to try them all.
Love Bug: 3 soft and fresh nail polish shades
Let’s start with a romantic and delicate trio of nail polishes, perfect for giving your fingertips a little love this February. Available in Green™ classic polish or Green Flash™ Gel Polish.
Lilac: pastel soft power
Delicate and airy, lilac blue is making a big comeback. It even stole the show at the latest Carolina Herrera runway. Our own Lilac shade is no exception. On fair skin, this pastel blue with a violet undertone creates subtle contrast and brightens your hands. On darker skin tones, it becomes strikingly couture. Pair it with a cream oversized jumper and perfectly cut straight-leg jeans for an effortless, very "French girl" vibe. Short, rounded nails love it, but it also looks sophisticated on long nails.
Candy: the feel-good pink
Candy is a pink polish with a pop twist and a hint of blue shimmer. A vibrant, addictive shade that instantly lifts your manicure, just like the stunning strapless dress seen at Courrèges. On very fair skin, it gives a soft, rosy effect. On medium skin, the contrast is chic and subtle. On darker skin, it adds a radiant glow. Perfect with an all-white outfit or a pastel blazer. Best of all, Candy looks fantastic on short, neatly filed nails.
Pomegranate: the fail-safe passionate red
February without a deep garnet red polish? Unthinkable, and Alexander McQueen would agree. Pomegranate reinvents the classic red with a vibrant and luminous finish. It’s the go-to for Valentine nails, festive but not too traditional. Every skin tone loves it: porcelain effect on fair skin, glam finish on medium tones, and irresistible depth on dark skin. Whether paired with a black blazer, a red satin top or simple raw denim, this red is a must. It’s ideal on oval nails, but also delivers a trendy look on short, square nails.
Love Bug, our trio of fresh, so romantic shades!
(@m.o.n.a.j, @look8thenails, @tagwalk)
Berry & Butter: easing out of winter in style
A trio of trendy nail colours inspired by the delicious shades seen on the catwalks: soft yellow, deep burgundy and a warm beige. These polish hues are just the thing to warm up the final stretch of winter.
Lemonade: the sunny pastel
Lemonade is a softly glittered yellow polish with a creamy glow, evoking the gentle light of a February morning. A super trendy shade, it’s the signature of the Butter nails trend, also spotted at the latest Givenchy show. It’s a standout for medium and dark skin tones, where it becomes a fresh, modern statement colour. Pair it with pearl grey, off-white or lavender for an ultra on-trend pastel combo. Lemonade looks amazing on short, clean nails or used in minimalist French nail art.
Prune: winter’s couture favourite
Deep, enveloping and mysterious, Prune is one of the biggest trends for 2026, seen on haute couture catwalks. Proof? The exquisite draped gown by Mame Kurogouchi. And for the complexion? This burgundy polish flatters fair skin tones with a vintage art deco effect. On medium skin, pair it with metallic accents for a perfect evening look. On dark skin, it offers maximum impact. Match it with an oversized blazer, a black-tie column dress or head-to-toe denim. With its black cherry hue, it enhances any look like no other. Choose long or medium-length nails to fully reveal its depth. Forget classic black polish and embrace the Blood Moon nails trend instead!
Dove Beige: pure softness
Dove Beige is a gorgeous soft beige polish with a slight grey undertone, a staple of any winter wardrobe and seen on the Christian Wijnants runway this season. This polish shade, close to nude tones, gives your nails an effortlessly chic feel. Perfect for fans of sheer nails and soap nails. Thanks to its neutral base, it flatters every skin tone and suits all nail shapes. Try it with tailored grey trousers, a soft cream knit and camel boots for a polished winter look. Already available in Green™, it will be released in Green Flash™ format from 30 January 2026.
Butter nails, Blood Moon nails, Sheer nails... all the manicure trends are lining up this February.
(@matejanova, @tagwalk)
Frozen Hearts: for a hot and cold contrast
A trio of frosted nail colours straight off the Fall-Winter runways: fiery red, icy pink and shimmering silver glitter.
Lava: fiery warmth to fight the chill
It’s hard to resist the warmth of Lava, a vibrant red polish with a touch of orange that brings a little sunshine to February’s grey skies. This energetic colour, seen on the dazzling fringed gown at the Ferragamo show, pops beautifully on medium and dark skin tones. On fair skin, it delivers an edgy, fashion-forward finish. Wear it with an oversized white shirt or warm neutrals (sandy beige, natural linen) for a Riviera-inspired glow. Finish with gold jewellery to embrace the full power of this pop red. It works on short or long nails, whether almond, oval, soft square or even stiletto. The goal? Let it glow!
Blossom: the icy sheer pink
Among winter’s trending shades is this frost-bitten blush pink spotted on the Simone Rocha runway. Just like our Blossom, a creamy, soft and velvety pale pink. On fair skin, Blossom enhances your skin tone with a fresh glow. On medium tones, it gives a luminous, well-groomed finish in the spirit of sheer nails. On darker skin, it transforms into a radiant, modern pastel pink. Pair it with light neutrals (off-white, ivory, pinky beige) for a chic early spring look, or pastels (lavender, sky blue, soft mint) for a soothing colour harmony. For a soft casual feel, go for denim on denim. The best nail shape for this tender shade? Short and rounded. Clean, neat and ultra chic. It also flatters squoval nails.
Disco: February’s glitter moment
To keep the festive spirit going, say yes to Disco, the glitter polish that rains down silver metallic shimmer on your nails. It’s the go-to for a bold, dazzling manicure. The look? Think Versace. Ideal for a winter break in the mountains or as an accent nail for a statement nail art look. On fair skin, Disco creates a stunning icy effect. On medium skin, the glitter stands out more for a fresh, modern vibe. On darker skin, the silver becomes vibrant, almost mirror-like. Style it with a ski suit for a playful look on the slopes, a chunky white jumper or an all-black outfit for a sleek, graphic contrast.
From fiery to frosty, your nails are ready to melt hearts this winter.
(@matejanova, @tagwalk)
How to choose your nail polish colour in February?
Based on your skin tone
- Fair skin tones will love Lilac, Blossom, Candy, Lemonade (especially on very pale skin) and Dove Beige.
- Medium skin tones suit Pomegranate, Lava, Prune, Candy, Lemonade.
- Darker skin tones will shine in Lava, Prune, Lemonade, Disco, Pomegranate.
Based on your nail shape
- For short nails, go for Lilac, Candy, Blossom, Lemonade, Dove Beige.
- For long nails, embrace Lava, Pomegranate, Prune, Disco.
Based on your February plans
- For Valentine’s Day, show off your favourite love shades: Pomegranate, Lava, Candy.
- For a winter break in the mountains, go for Disco, Dove Beige, Blossom.
- Planning a sunny escape? Choose Lemonade, Lilac, Candy.
Find the perfect February nail colour for your skin tone, nail shape and mood.
(@shanivynails, @matejanova,@nenapleasenails)
February nail care tips: the essentials
Winter calls for a mindful nail care routine. Here are our top essentials to keep your nails vibrant and healthy:
Hydrate generously
Cold weather can affect the appearance of your hands, which is exactly why these three products deserve a spot in your February routine:
- Nail Moisturizing Duo, a two-step treatment that targets nails in need of hydration. It combines our Vitamin Base Coat, enriched with nourishing ingredients like aloe vera, vitamin C and ginseng, with our Complete Serum, a deeply hydrating formula with plant glycerine and chestnut extract. Use as a 2-week treatment to help restore your nails’ natural balance.
- Hand Cream, which wraps your skin in comfort without any greasy or sticky finish. Infused with coconut oil, rapeseed wax and aloe vera, it leaves hands soft, supple and beautifully scented with rose. We’re obsessed!
Nail Moisturizing Duo and Hand Cream, your BFFs for hydrated nails and hands.
Support nail growth
For nails that grow strong and beautiful, reach for these two essentials:
- Nail Strengthening Serum, a targeted treatment designed to support fragile nails lacking resilience. Its biomimetic formula, rich in plant-based keratin, silica and biotin, reinforces the nail structure and helps create a smoother, more uniform surface. Its fluid texture absorbs instantly. Apply 1 to 3 times a day for one week.
- Nail Boost supplements, packed with vitamins, minerals and plant-based extracts (brewer’s yeast, blueberry) to strengthen nails from within and stimulate growth. For intensive care, take 2 capsules a day for 3 months. For maintenance, take 1 capsule a day for 2 months.
Boost your nails inside and out with the Nail Strengthening Serum and Nail Boost supplements.
Nine colours, endless possibilities: in February, anything goes. A soft pink here, a bold red there, a minimalist French tip or a surprise glitter detail under your gloves... Trust your colour instinct. It’s the key to this month’s signature manicure ✨💅
Discover the must-wear shades for January here, March colours here and all our winter nail colour inspiration in this article.
