For a manicure that feels fresh and cool, whilst remaining just as wearable as a classic red, Kerry Washington's navy manicure at this year's BAFTAs might just be the way to go.
When award season rolls around, the manicures, much like the makeup and hair, tend to skew towards the classics. Reds and burgundies, for instance, or soft barely-there nudes that won't detract from designer gowns, are often the go-to over more statement designs and colours. The BAFTAs, however, saw Kerry Washington sport an altogether more unexpected but no less chic shade, and we should all be taking cues, as she's actually way ahead of the curve. 'Petrol' and dark, steely blues were predicted to be popular 2026 nail trends, and while we'd expected them to emerge next autumn/winter, Washington has us ready to request them for spring instead.
