6 Celebrity Manicures We're Bringing to Thanksgiving Dinner

6 Celebrity-Inspired Thanksgiving Nail Ideas to Try

1. Selena Gomez's Bordeaux Jelly Nails

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Cranberry sauce, but make it a manicure. Selena Gomez's bordeaux jelly nails are everything we love about fall beauty: rich color, a glossy finish, and just enough transparency to keep things interesting. Unlike traditional opaque burgundy polish, the jelly effect gives the deep wine shade a juicy, almost glasslike quality that feels surprisingly fresh. To recreate the look, reach for a sheer burgundy or berry-red jelly polish and build up two to three thin coats until you achieve your desired depth. Finish with an ultra-glossy top coat for that deliciously shiny effect. It's festive without being too literal, which is exactly how we like our Thanksgiving nail art.

2. Hailey Bieber's Chocolate Ganache Nails

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If there's one person who can convince us to switch up our usual manicure, it's Hailey Bieber. Her deep chocolate-brown nails are proof that rich neutrals can be just as impactful as a bold red. The glossy, almost espresso-colored shade feels sophisticated, a little moody, and perfectly suited for sweater weather. To get the look, choose a dark brown polish with warm undertones and apply two even coats over a smoothing base coat. Finish with a high-shine top coat to give your nails that lacquered, chocolate-dipped effect. Consider this your sign to give brown nails a try before the season is over.

3. Quinta Brunson's Gold-Flecked Ombré Nails

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A little shimmer never hurt anybody, especially during the holidays. Quinta Brunson's gold-accented ombré manicure brings a subtle dose of sparkle to an otherwise understated nail look. The combination of softly blended neutral shades and delicate metallic details feels elegant without being overly precious. To recreate the effect, start with a sheer nude or milky-pink base, then use a makeup sponge to gently dab a slightly deeper neutral shade toward the tips. Once dry, add a few touches of gold foil or metallic polish for a gilded finish. It's giving golden-hour glow, but for your fingertips.

4. Tate McRae's Antique Gold Frame Nails

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Leave it to Tate McRae to make nail art feel like a tiny work of art. At the 2026 Met Gala, the singer wore a shimmery neutral manicure accented with delicate gold detailing inspired by antique picture frames. It's the perfect example of how a little metallic embellishment can transform an otherwise simple nail look. To recreate Tate's manicure, start with a sheer nude or soft pink polish, then layer on a subtle shimmer. Using a fine nail-art brush, trace thin gold lines along the edges of your nails or add a few curved accents for an ornate, frame-inspired finish. The result is delicate, unexpected, and just fancy enough for Thanksgiving dinner.

5. Niecy Nash's Velvet French Tips

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French manicures are a classic for a reason, but Niecy Nash's 2026 Emmys nails gave the timeless look a seriously glamorous update. Her velvet-pink French tips featured a softly shimmering finish and rhinestone accents that made the entire manicure feel like jewelry. While pink might not be the first shade that comes to mind for Thanksgiving, the plush texture and sparkle make this look perfect for the holiday season. To recreate it, start with a sheer pink base, then add French tips using a velvet-effect or magnetic shimmer polish. Finish with a few tiny rhinestones near the cuticle or along the tips for extra shine. It's a little extra, in the best possible way.

6. Anne Hathaway's Cherry Noir Nails

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Black cherry is officially on the Thanksgiving menu. Anne Hathaway made a case for the moody manicure trend at the 2026 “Verity” premiere, where she paired her dramatic black gown with glossy, almost-black cherry nails. Created by celebrity manicurist Mo Qin using ESSIE Gel Couture in Model Clicks, the deep aubergine shade reveals subtle red undertones when it catches the light. It's the perfect alternative to traditional burgundy or bright red, especially if you love a manicure with a little edge. To recreate the look, apply two coats of a dark cherry or blackened plum polish and finish with a high-shine top coat for that ultra-glossy, lacquered effect.

Final Thoughts

Whether you're drawn to Hailey Bieber's chocolate-brown nails, Tate McRae's gilded details, or Anne Hathaway's moody cherry manicure, Thanksgiving is the perfect excuse to try something new. The best part? These looks are festive enough for the holiday table but chic enough to wear long after the leftovers are gone.

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