Merlot Nails Are the Classy Anti-Spring Nail Trend Fashion Insiders Can't Stop Wearing

Although there are so many new nail trends to choose from this season, there are certain manicures that we all tend to gravitate towards at the beginning of spring. From pastel French tips to milky nails, I'm a creature of habit when it comes to April nail colours. However, this season, I plan on keeping my nail tech on her toes and going for something a little bit different.

A certain anti-spring nail trend has caught my attention, and I'm already spotting many fashion insiders sporting this manicure. You might typically expect to see this nail shade in autumn and winter, but it's also a super chic, sophisticated option for April and beyond. Wondering what nail trend I'm talking about? Let me introduce you to merlot nails.

As the name suggests, this trend is all about deep-red and burgundy nail polishes. It often features a high-shine finish and looks incredible on both long and short nail shapes. It will pair beautifully with the spring tones in your wardrobe (think blues, browns and creamy whites), and will add a polished touch to any look. Below, I've rounded up some of my favourite merlot manicures, so keep on scrolling for all the inspo...

Merlot Nail Trend Inspiration

@tylynnnguyen wearing a merlot nail colour

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I've spotted some of my favourite influencers sporting this nail colour for spring.

@monikh wearing a merlot pedicure colour

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It makes a stylish pedicure shade, too.

@iramshelton merlot nails

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Have you ever seen such a chic-looking manicure?

@paintedbyjools merlot nails

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This shade looks so good when paired with a high-shine finish.

@themaniclub merlot nails

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This reddish hue is perfect for the warmer weather.

@harrietwestmoreland merlot nails

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This anti-spring nail shade will be sure to add a pop of colour to your transitional wardrobe.

@raelondonnails merlot nails

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Merlot nails look especially sophisticated on almond nail shapes.

@harrietwestmoreland merlot nails

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So glossy!

@matejanova merlot nails

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You can never go wrong with a short and simple look.

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Grace Lindsay
Junior Beauty Editor

Grace Lindsay is the junior beauty editor at Who What Wear UK. At the age of 18 she decided to train as a makeup artist before going on to study english and media at Goldsmiths University. It was during that time that she explored her love for journalism by interning at a small beauty start-up based in Shoreditch. Since then, she has worked at a number of publications including Marie Claire and Hello!, where her love for all things beauty continued to grow.

As Who What Wear UK's junior beauty editor, she covers everything from the latest hair trends to the stand-out makeup products of the season.