Dua Lipa initiated the trend, and now stylish individuals all over are embracing these halo manicures.

      In the celebrity world, a few well-known figures are at the forefront of establishing and popularizing some of the most significant nail trends. Leading the pack is Hailey Bieber, along with her nail artist, Zola Ganzorigt, who have given us an array of nail trends, including the glazed manicure and whimsical polka-dot styles. Similarly, Selena Gomez and her nail artist, Tom Bachik, have ignited our affection for butter yellow nails and consistently produce styles that send us rushing to our nail salons as soon as we spot them.

      Close behind them is Dua Lipa, who has recently been showcasing a myriad of impressive nail designs on social media, making it difficult for me to save them quickly to my inspiration board. From summer’s floral manicure to her autumn-inspired tortoiseshell design, and most recently, a nail style that has quickly become a viral sensation—the red halo manicure.

      Since the team at Who What Wear noticed the singer sporting her red and white version of this graphic style earlier this month, I have seen it pop up all over my TikTok and Instagram feeds. Whether it’s that Dua leads the trend and we follow or her celebrity influence brings my attention to an already emerging trend, it's debatable; however, one thing is certain: halo nails have become the go-to winter manicure for the fashionable crowd.

      Now, what is the halo manicure exactly? It’s a nail art design that's relatively easy to create. Simply take your chosen nail color or design, and after applying it, follow up with a ring—coined the halo—of a contrasting color around the edges. The result is subtly striking from a distance yet impressive up close, quickly becoming one of my preferred nail art trends for 2025.

      To see Dua’s halo manicure and other inspiring halo nail designs, just keep scrolling, but be aware that once you see them, you'll start noticing these artistic nails everywhere as well.

      **The Best Halo Nail Inspiration**

      1. **Do It Like Dua**

       Let’s kick off with the trend's foundation—Dua Lipa’s red and white halo nails.

      2. **Golden Halos**

       This set boasts a metallic trim that resembles liquid metal.

      3. **Nearly Nude**

       If you prefer something more understated, opt for metallic halos paired with a nude base.

      4. **Sugar and Spice**

       Cinnamon sugar nails with silver halos? What a delightful combination.

      5. **Celeb-Approved Red**

       Dua isn’t the only celebrity enamored with the halo manicure; Blackpink’s Jennie loves them too.

      6. **Fade Away**

       Observe how the colors in this set blend seamlessly for a softer appearance.

      7. **Go Bright**

       This vibrant set offers a perfect dose of joy on gloomy days.

      8. **So Sweet**

       Save this sorbet-inspired halo manicure for summer, or switch the colors for winter’s trending shades to wear now.

      9. **High Shine**

       Another metallic design, this time featuring an elegant cat-eye base coat.

      **The Best Halo Nail Products**

      This bold red shade is perfect for recreating Dua’s striking halo manicure.

      **KIKO**

      Power Pro Nail Lacquer 02

      Kiko's white nail polish features an ultra-fine brush for precise application.

      **CHANEL**

      Le Vernis in Phenix

      This glittery polish is ideal for designing metallic halos.

      **Mylee**

      Artiste Nail Brush Kit

      The perfect brush set for crafting halos of various sizes.

      **OPI**

      Mirror Shine Top Coat