Food-Inspired Nails That Look Good Enough to Eat

When it comes to nail trends, there’s been a pattern: butter-yellow, blueberry-milk, glazed-donut. The most in-demand polish colors seemingly take a cue from our grocery lists.

This spring, shades that sound good enough to eat are still on the manicure menu. Only now, it’s all about juicy, glossy, fruit-inspired nails. A swipe of chocolate is optional—but highly recommended.

Chocolate Mousse

J. Hannah

Nail Polish in Carob

Inspired by coffee and black walnut, for a deep and rich finish.

Chanel

Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Faun

Lasting color and an extra- glossy sheen, all in one coat.

O.P.I

RapiDry in Impromptu You

The best part about this milky mocha hue: it dries in 60 seconds.

Orange Crush

Zoya

Professional Lacquer in Thandie

A vibrant hue that subtly shimmers in bright light.

Dior

Vernis in Mirage

Nutrient-rich extracts from peonies and pistachios strengthen natural nails with each wear.

Aprés

Gel Couleur in Júzi Orange

You’ll get two-plus weeks of wear with this bold shade.

Strawberry Shortcake

Gucci

Vernis à Ongles Nail Polish in Ellen Blush

A pretty, plant-based flush that evens out nail ridges.

Deborah Lippmann

Gel Lab Pro in Cake by the Ocean

The staying power of a gel manicure, without the damage.

Sundays

Non Toxic Nail Polish in L.01

Dainty and romantic, the pale blush works as a neutral.

Black Raspberry

Dazzle Dry

Nail Lacquer in Sultry Samba

With a neutral base, it’s flattering on warm and cool skin tones.

Essie

Gel Couture in Model Clicks

Offers a salon-like mani—no UV lamp needed.

Lakur

Enhanced Colour by Londontown in Best Year Ever

Berry-inspired, sparkle-free shine.

This article appears in Marie Claire's 2025 Craftsmanship Issue.

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Samantha Holender is the Senior Beauty Editor at Marie Claire, where she reports on the best new launches, dives into the science behind skincare, and shares the breakdown on the latest and greatest trends in the beauty space. She's studied up on every ingredient you'll find on INCI list and is constantly in search of the world's glowiest makeup products. She's constantly tracking the biggest nail and hair trends to pop up in the beauty space, going backstage during fashion weeks, tracking celebrity looks, and constantly talking to celebrity hair stylists, nail artists, and makeup artists. Prior to joining the team, she worked as Us Weekly’s Beauty and Style Editor, where she stayed on the pulse of pop culture and broke down celebrity beauty routines, hair transformations, and red carpet looks. Her words have also appeared on Popsugar, Makeup.com, Skincare.com, Delish.com, and Philadelphia Wedding. Samantha also serves as a board member for the American Society of Magazine Editors (ASME). She first joined the organization in 2018, when she worked as an editorial intern at Food Network Magazine and Pioneer Woman Magazine. Samantha has a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from The George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs. While at GWU, she was a founding member of the school’s HerCampus chapter and served as its President for four years. When she’s not deep in the beauty closet or swatching eyeshadows, you can find her obsessing over Real Housewives and all things Bravo. Keep up with her on Instagram @samholender.