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Beauty
|15 Mar 2023|3 mins

The Oscars Red Carpet Manicures We Can’t Stop Thinking About

All the nail inspo you need for your next event.

The biggest names in the film industry were in attendance at the 95th annual Oscars earlier this week – and the red carpet (sorry, champagne carpet) fashion and beauty looks did not disappoint. But gorgeous gowns and statement lips aside, we couldn’t take our eyes off all the Oscar-worthy manicures worn on the digits of some of the biggest celebrities.

From subtle and sheer to glitter tips and that mod-inspired mani worn by Vanessa Hudgens, there was truly something for everyone. 

Whether you’re looking for some serious nail inspo for an upcoming event or you just want to ensure your digits are always ahead of the style curve, keep scrolling to reveal our round-up of the best celebrity manicures at the Oscars 2023. 

Vanessa Hudgens: Mod-Inspired Manicure

If there was one manicure that stole the spotlight at this year's Oscars, it was this one. Vanessa paired a vintage Chanel black gown with almond-shaped mod-inspired nails that gave her elegant ensemble an edge.

Vanessa Hudgens: Mod-Inspired Manicure

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Lady Gaga: Sheer Nude Manicure

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Lady Gaga: Sheer Nude Manicure

The perfect option if you don’t want your nails to upstage your makeup. Plus, this sheer, nude minimal mani with a high-shine finish is long-lasting as chipping is almost undetectable, making it a no-brainer if your manis don’t last. 

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Rihanna: RubyRed Nails

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Rihanna: RubyRed Nails

Rihanna’s nail go-to manicurist Kimmie Kyees gave the Oscar nominee long, ruby red nails in a similar shade to her lip colour.

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Eva Longoria: Silver Chrome Manicure

Another incredible look by manicurist Kimmie Kyees, Eva Longoria opted for silver chrome disco ball-inspired nails.

Eva Longoria: Silver Chrome Manicure

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Michelle Williams: Glitter Tips Over Sheer Polish

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Michelle Williams: Glitter Tips Over Sheer Polish

Love silver nails but aren’t sure if you want to commit to the full look just yet? Take notes from this sparkling but subtle take on the trend courtesy of Michelle Williams. 

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Laverne Cox: Aqua French Manicure

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Laverne Cox: Aqua French Manicure

Laverne Cox turned heads in a stunning black, brown and aqua gown by Vera Wang, but it was her french manicure with stiletto aqua tips to perfectly match her dress that took our breath away.

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Marion Cotillard: Metallic Khaki Manicure

“Strong, sexy, chic” is how Tom Bachik, Marion’s manicurist, described this unique manicure for her Oscars red carpet look.  

Marion Cotillard: Metallic Khaki Manicure

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