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There’s always a time and a place for nude nails and for us, it’s every day, all year round. Universally flattering, a neutral manicure is our failsafe go-to for whenever we want a classy nail look that will go with everything in our wardrobe.

Far from basic, nude nails can look seriously sophisticated and, with the help of some pretty nail art, can be dressed up for special occasions. Just look to the pros for proof – most manicurists will opt for a neutral base to show off their intricate handiwork – be it swirls, hearts or a fun French tip.

Nail art aside, a simple nude manicure in a sheer or opaque shade will deliver a clean finish that can cheat healthier-looking nails in an instance. “There’s a growing appreciation for ‘quiet luxury’ nails,” says Lina Thomson, beauty expert at Nails.co.uk, “it’s all about clean lines, simple silhouettes and nude colour palettes.”

According to Thomson, designs such as milky nails, glazed donut nails, barely there French, and lip gloss nails “perfectly capture the essence of this quiet luxury trend.”

Below, we round up our favourite nude nails that tap into the latest nail trends and are guaranteed to flatter all nail shapes and lengths…

Your nails, but better. Apply one coat of a sheer blush pink polish for a barely-there neutral nail that looks healthy and fresh.

Look closely and you'll see that this nude mani combines three different milky shades for a subtle and sophisticated skittle effect.

Ombre nails (a type of manicure in which a colour gradient is created) are having a moment. Tap into the trend with a selection of soft neutral and earthy tones.

For a dreamy design, ask your manicurist to paint fluffy clouds onto the tips of your nails over a pretty sheer base.

A top trend for 2023, Lip oil nails are everywhere RN and we can totally see why. Pretty, sheer and ever-so-slightly shimmery, this nail look suits everyone.

The perfect everyday nail look, a sheer neutral base that allows your white tips to shine through always looks classy.

A classic French manicure is the way to go if you're after a timeless manicure. It's our wedding guest go-to nail look.

Sheer shades are ideal if your nails are in tip-top shape - but if they're stained, try an opaque neutral colour like this one.

A neutral shade is a great base to showcase fun nail art and colourful gemstones. Our advice? Save this one for party season.

Yes, we're still talking about glazed donut nails. The easiest way to dial up a nude nail look, apply an iridescent shimmery shade on top!

Add a pop of colour to a soft neutral mani with bright orange accents. It's dopamine dressing for your nails.

How chic are these nude half moon nails, created by nail guru Iram Shelton? To recreate the look, invest in OPI's polishes in shades Put It In Neutral and Dulce de Leche.

Florals aren't just for spring - this ditsy daisy nude nail idea looks cute all year round. Promise!

Not ready to splash out on a Chanel shirt? No problem! Just paint the iconic logo onto nude nail instead.

We adore this pink swirly manicure that pairs a neutral base with white and burgundy swirls.

In the words of @lolo.nailedit, this mani is channeling rich auntie vibes - and we're here for it! Top of a peachy nude base with gold foil details for a seriously luxe nail look.

Break up two neutral shades with single rose gold stripes for a hint of sparkle. We're calling it the ultimate nude festive mani.

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