From chrome sheens to tattoo appliques, celebrity nail artist gives us the lowdown on the autumnal styles she’s obsessed with
Much like every other medium of beauty, nail trends are constantly changing: from experimental shapes like the divisive duck nails, through to Halloween-appropriate glow-in-the-dark styles.
Less interested in following trends, but rather, leading them is Pria Bhamra – AKA BhamBNails, the celebrity nail artist whose art you’ll have seen on Jorja Smith, MIA, Serena Williams, and Jyoty.
Impressive, even more so when you consider that the artist is entirely self-taught and built her empire – 100k-strong on Instagram – while simultaneously working full-time office and retail jobs.
Fast-forward to now and Bhamra is working full-time as a creative, pushing the boundaries of nail art with her eclectic looks jumping from intricate Y2K designs to reimagined classics with a modern twist.
“I love drawing and illustration, so being able to do it every day is just a dream come true,” she says. “I find inspiration in everyday things around me. Living in London and walking down the street helps you to come across things that instantly trigger creative ideas in your mind.”
If, like us, you’re salivating while scrolling through BhamBNails’ incredible Instagram feed, the good news is that you can get your very own chic talons thanks to her latest project. Collaborating with Browns, the artist will be taking over both Browns East (Oct 28-Nov 6) and Brook Street (Nov 11-20) for a special residency. “As a small business, and usually working from home, it’s such a great opportunity for me, as I now get to meet people coming in from East London and Mayfair that might not be too familiar with me and not have tried out nail art like mine,” the nail artist says. “I’m so excited to bring something a little fun and unique to their offering.”
Ahead of the residency, Bhamra shares her fave upcoming autumnal nail trends with products on how to achieve the looks yourself. Click through the gallery below.
CHROME
There are always a few trends that we can expect to come back each autumn and I’ve already been noticing the return of chrome nails. This time around, they’re being given a fresh and unique update by implementing 3D shapes within them, which feels quite alien-like and futuristic.
Product: Essie Winter Collection Apres Chic
TORTOISESHELL
Tortoiseshell is a firm favourite of the season, as it has those beautiful autumnal tones – such a classic and compliments everyone.
Product: FoliX Tortie Foil
TATTOO-STYLE
Tribal 90s style tattoos, I love to do as it’s fun, requires detailed illustration and you can never know what you might be writing out. I love the challenge of fine linework and shading on such a small canvas. This kind of look is especially popular at the moment, and with Halloween around the corner, my clients have been asking for this style more and more.
Product: Gel Bottle linear brush
