Everything we've learned about doing your nails at home, sorted so you can actually find it. Application tips, colour inspo, and the fixes for when things go sideways.
The DIY Mani Files
Barbie Pink is not a shade for blending in. It's a bold, solid fluro-bright pink built for anyone who wants their manicure seen from across the room, and it's stayed part of the permanent range since it launched for exactly that reason. Each wrap gives full, saturated coverage in a vivid, playful pink with a glossy finish. It's punchy enough to anchor an entire look, but it's also genuinely easy to wear day to day, it just depends on how loud you want your hands to be that week. Where it works Barbie Pink reads just as fun against denim and sneakers as it does with a going-out outfit. It's a popular pick heading into summer, for festivals, or for anyone who wants a colour that photographs well, it holds its saturation under flash and in daylight alike. Styling it On its own it's already a statement, so there's no need to overthink the rest of the look. If you want to dress it up, a scattering of Silver Stars or Gold Bows nail art decals over one or two accent nails adds a bit of sparkle without fighting the colour. The details Solid, full-coverage fluro-bright pink with a glossy finish Long-wearing semi-cured gel lasts up to two weeks with lamp curing Pairs beautifully with Gloss Top Coat to boost the shine Shop Barbie Pink
White Lace prints a delicate floral lace texture onto a sheer, near-clear base, for a bridal nail that takes almost no effort to wear.