The A-list are rejecting dark winter nails in favour of this timeless hue

From Victoria Beckham to Demi Moore, we're seeing one chic and sheer shade on famous nails everywhere this season...

Jennifer Aniston is pictured with sheer pink nails at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California/ in a pink template
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While warm brown and burgundy manicures have been highly requested this autumn/winter season, we're seeing a common theme on the red carpet, with the likes of Victoria Beckham and Jennifer Aniston all wearing this unexpected, sheer shade...

It's safe to say that dark hues, like wine-red and espresso, have been among the go-to colours of 2024. In fact, Nail trend predictions have been packed with these chic colours from as early as August - despite them being synonymous with autumn nail designs. That said, not everyone is hopping on the bandwagon it seems. In fact, we've spotted a certain neutral still getting a lot of outings, predominately on the nails of celebrities.

So, if you're on the hunt for your next short autumn nail look - to close the season with something a tad softer - or are looking ahead to the festive season, and seeking a versatile and elevated option, this is the celebrity-approved shade to consider...

The one sheer nail colour all the stars are wearing this winter

So, what is this neutral nail colour subtly stealing the spotlight this winter? Well, from the looks of Victoria Beckham's nails (as well as Demi Moore's, Jennifer Lopez's and the list goes on...) a sheer pink is the cosy colour to adopt for winter.

From left to right, Jennifer Lopez is pictured with a pink manicure at the "Unstoppable" photo call during the 2024 AFI Fest at TCL Chinese 6 Theatres on October 26, 2024 in Hollywood, California, alongside a picture of Demi Moore with a sheer pink manicure at the 4th Annual Academy Museum Gala at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, October 19, 2024. Jennifer Aniston is also pictured with sheer pink nails at the red carpet event to celebrate Apple TV+ Emmy nominees at Mother Wolf in Los Angeles, September 15, 2024. And finally, Victoria Beckham is seen with pink nails on October 16, 2024 in New York City.

(Image credit: Getty Images: (L to R) Monica Schipper | Valerie Macon / AFP | Unique Nicole / AFP | XNY/Star Max/GC Images)

While we do love a burgundy nail look, this pink-nude hue does make a lot of sense for the colder months and into the festive period. It's timeless for a start, meaning it's always a stylish option no matter your nail shape (be that almond or short squoval nails). It's also the sort of understated hue that complements and elevates everything, from your favourite knit jumper to your party attire. As mentioned, we've spied it on and off the red carpet, proving its luxe appeal.

It's also worth noting that a milky pink is a great option for those who favour BIAB nails - as it's often the base shade of the builder gel.

How to get this celebrity-approved autumn/winter manicure

If you're heading to the salon, simply request a pink sheer nail polish from your nail tech and pair it with your go-to nail shape - though we recommend an almond nail or squoval, for a really clean and elegant look.

For those doing their manicure at home, we have some exciting insider intel for you. Celebrity nail artist, Tom Bachik previously revealed in a post on Instagram, that essie's shade Mademoiselle was behind one of JLo's nude manicures. Jennifer Aniston is also widely reported to be a fan, while Helen Mirren's nail polish of choice (essie's Ballet Slippers) offers a similar look but with a slightly more nude finish.

To achieve a flawless manicure with this style of sheer pink polish, we recommend shaping your nails and then applying one of the best nail strengtheners as your base coat. Then add two to three layers of your chosen pink and seal with a clear, high-shine top coat. A good trick, if you want to make your polish even more sheer is to mix the colour in with a clear polish.

Naomi Jamieson
Digital Beauty Writer

Naomi is a Digital Beauty Writer from woman&home, where she covers everything from skincare to fragrance but specialises, particularly, in makeup and nail trends. Through her work, Naomi gets to share her trend expertise and share her own shopping recommendations and product reviews. Previously, she worked as a Lifestyle News Writer for My Imperfect Life magazine, where she used her savvy for TikTok to bring readers the latest beauty buzzwords, fashion movements and must-have products. 

Before that, Naomi split her time between both GoodTo and My Imperfect Life, whilst training for her Gold Standard diploma in Journalism with the NCTJ, for which she earned a Distinction. Interestingly though, Naomi actually has a background in design, having studied illustration at Plymouth University but leapt into the media world in 2020, after always having a passion for writing. Now, when she isn’t reporting on the best perfumes and latest beauty releases, you can find her drinking copious cups of coffee, drawing and probably online shopping...