Having perfectly manicured nails has always been fashionable, but lately celebrities are making manicures a must-have for their head-to-toe look. While many are going for the minimalist approach (think creamy nude and pink or classic French tips), A-listers a growing number include more upscale styles, from 3D ornaments (in: Cynthia Erivo) to colorful chrome and maximalist patterns.As a certified nail lover, Selena Gomez has tried all of the above, and that’s what makes her. evolution of beauty so interesting to study. In fact, her best manicures ever (if you had to narrow it down) incorporate more subtle styles while making a statement.
Of course, Gomez has a little (okay, a lot) of help when it comes to her flawless manis: her trusted glam squad includes a celebrity nail artist Tom Bachik They’ve collaborated on dozens of nail masterpieces over the years to highlight special events or just to match the mood. For example, the Golden Globe-nominated actor likes to let the seasons dictate what he wears and in shades of brown that are repeated. Of course what he wears also affects what they think. For example the white-on-white French tips that paired with her chic monochromatic tuxedo at the 2025 Palm Springs Film Fest or the metallic silver nail polish that accented her jewelry at the 2024 Academy Film Museum Gala.
Looking back over the past few years, you’ll also notice that Gomez has been subtly refining her manicure style over time. these days you’re more likely to catch her in a shorter, natural length with a sleek almond shape, as well as more classic colors like white, black, burgundy and baby pink.However, Bacik helps keep things interesting by mixing and matching polishes to create tailored looks with ultra-reflective finishes, unique textures or jewel-like richness.
To see what we mean and get some nail inspiration, read on as we take a closer look at 14 of Gomez’s best manis to date.
White-on-white French
To match his white Ralph Lauren tuxedo at the 2025 Palm Springs Film Fest, Bacik gave: Emilia Perez a starry two-tone white French mani.After layering Essie’s Blanc on the ends, she layered on Arctic Jelly to mimic Gomez’s sheer white blouse.
Bride-Be Pink:
Since she first showed off her marquise-cut diamond an engagement ringGomez often adopts iridescent pink nails (using Bachik’s own Click Colors line Pink whip) for a subtle wedding effect.
Sparkling Sangria
While attending the 2024 Elle Women in Hollywood event: Only kills in the building star paired her black blazer sparkling burgundy nails that felt so festive for winter.
Silver glitter
Metallic nails can have a jewel-like effect, which is exactly what made Gomez’s shiny silver mane such an integral part of her overall look at the 2024 Academy Film Museum Gala.
Wet look
How to make a nude babe feel a little edgier. Check out Gomez’s wet nails from the 2024 Emmys. Bachick started by applying a magnetic glitter to match her skin tone. A glitter top upped the shine factor.
Gilded violet
Is it purple? Brown? Gold? Actually, to the actor? Emilia Perez premiere The manicure is all of the above, thanks to CND’s Purplexity polish double chrome.
Black patent leather
Black bobs are a frequent go-to for Gomez, but one of her most memorable was the glossy, super-shine, short version she sported at the Golden Globes in 2024. Bacik used Essie’s Licorice to create a patent leather-like effect.
Golden glazed fire
Sometimes Gomez goes for a more subtle mani, other times she goes for more of a statement, such was her 2023 VMAs nails with red polish with gold glitter to match her Oscar de la Renta gown perfectly.
Bubblegum Disco:
Now, Gomez seems to favor shorter nail styles, but for her 2023 “Single Soon” video, Bacik created a longer “ballerina look” that she painted bubblegum pink and filled with glittery champagne from her Rich Girl Retro palette in collaboration with Modelones. with
Bright naked
Another twist on classic bare nails was the “Love On” singer’s 2023 Golden Globes manicure, which featured a three-dimensional shimmer shade for a little more dazzle.
Emmy’s Emerald
At the 2022 Emmys, Gomez paired her white Céline gown with a dramatic diamond and emerald cocktail ring, which inspired Bachick to create a matching mani. For a similarly jeweled effect, she applied OPI’s The Pass Is Always Greener and layered the magnetic Emerald Illusion. s above.He also adapted AmazOn AmazOff and RatedPea-G and finished off the look with a gloss top coat.
Twist of Lime
Gomez was ahead neon nail trend back in 2022, when she opted for a lime green manicure, which she paired with hot pink eyeshadow, both of which complemented her psychedelic print swimsuit cover-up.
Crystal coated
One of Gomez’s most dramatic nail looks to date was her 2019 American Music Awards manicure, which featured an opalescent base coat with strategically placed Swarovski crystals.
Matte and metallic
The “Lose You to Love Me” singer even got her nails pierced. Back in 2021, Bachik gave her a red matte set nail charm for a cool, sharp effect.
