Canada’s Top Nail Trends in 2025 (and Easy Ways to Wear Them)

If your nails are your favourite accessory, you’re in luck—2025 is serving up some seriously fresh trends across Canada. From glossy finishes and feel-good colours to minimalist shapes and budget-friendly hacks, there’s something for every vibe and every routine.
Here’s what’s trending on fingertips across the country—and a few easy ways to bring these looks to life at home.
✨ 1. Glass Nails
Think sheer polish with a mirror-shine finish. Glass nails are clean, simple, and totally chic—perfect for anyone who loves a minimalist look that still feels polished.
Try this at home: Choose semi-sheer wraps with aurora mirror powder and a glossy topcoat finish.
Wrap to try: Bubbly Bliss – a soft, semi-sheer pink with a subtle glow.
Bubbly Bliss nail wraps shown on short rounded nails, catching the light with a glossy finish.
💸 2. Budget-Friendly Beauty
“Recession nails” are trending—low-maintenance, affordable looks you can do at home. Nail wraps are a smart alternative to expensive salon visits, offering on-trend designs at a fraction of the price.
Why wraps? They’re quick to apply at home, long-lasting, and perfect for stretching out your mani without sacrificing style.
Customer fave: Daisy Daydreams – floral, french fun, and budget-friendly.
Daisy Daydreams nail wraps showing their adorable floral French designs.
🍋 3. Citrus Shades
Zesty and cheerful, citrus-inspired colours are making a splash this season. From buttery yellows to juicy peach and coral, these sunny tones bring an instant mood boost—perfect for warm days and playful manis.
Wraps to try:
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Magic Peach – A sweet peach that fades to clear with warmth.
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Coral Kiss – A solid, peachy-coral hue that’s bold yet wearable.
Papaya Pixie nail wraps on short nails in a soft peach shade with glossy finish.
☕ 4. Mocha Mousse & Warm Neutrals
Brown is back—but make it soft and chic. Warm neutrals like mocha, beige, and dusty rose are versatile, calming, and totally wearable.
Wrap rec: Mocha Swirl – a warm neutral tone with cozy autumn energy.
Mocha Swirl nail wraps on short nails in a soft brown shade with glossy finish.
🌈 5. Aura Nails & Dimensional Details
Aura nails are all about soft gradients and that dreamy, “lit from within” energy. The vibe is ethereal—like an abstract glow on your fingertips. Add in subtle extras like gold cuticle accents or a touch of shimmer, and you’ve got a look that feels a little bit magical.
Easiest way to get the look: Try wraps with built-in colour shifts or metallic details—no salon skills required.
Wrap picks:
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Crystal Gloss – A sheer blush wrap sprinkled with fine glitter and finished with tiny 3D gems for a subtle, sparkly dimension.
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Champagne Sunrise – A soft champagne-to-pink shift with elegant gold accents at the cuticle.
Champagne Sunrise nail wraps with a pink-to-gold gradient and delicate gold detailing near the cuticle.
🧼 6. Short, Natural Shapes
The “clean girl” look is still going strong. Short, tidy nails in soft pinks and nudes are everywhere—practical, flattering, and effortless.
Perfect for everyday: Try soft wraps that enhance your natural nail with just a touch of colour.
Wrap ideas:
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Coral Mist – neutral-to-blush transition.
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Champagne Sugar – light pink with soft glitter gradient.
Short natural nails wearing Champagne Sugar Nail Polish Strips - a blush-toned wraps with a touch of sparkle.
🌸 7. Pastel Ombré & French Tips (with a Twist)
French tips are getting a makeover. Think pastel edges, ombré fades, or fun patterns in place of the classic white line.
Easy update: Choose wraps with a built-in gradient or playful French style.
Wrap rec: Arc-en-Ciel – A cheerful rainbow gradient that gives classic French tips a glittery, modern twist.
Arc-en-Ciel nail polish wraps featuring rainbow French tips of rich aqua to vibrant purple and pink across the tip of each nail.
✨ 8. Velvet & Chrome Finishes
Velvet nails (with cat-eye shimmer) and chrome textures are perfect when you want your nails to make a statement. Think rose gold, emerald, or deep purple with an iridescent sheen.
Wrap to try: Black Cat Eye– Coming soon!
Cat-eye velvet finish semi-cured gel nail strips with dynamic shimmer.
Final Thoughts
Whether you love a clean, minimalist manicure or want to try every trend on the list, 2025 is all about finding what makes you feel good. Nail wraps make it easy to experiment, save money, and stay on trend—no appointment required.
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