If there's one thing The Traitors has taught me, it's that you should never trust anyone in a green cape. If there's a second, it's that Claudia Winkleman's beauty choices belong in the manor's portrait gallery. The fringe, the eyeliner, the OTT tan – and now, thanks to Wimbledon earlier this week, so do her juicy coral nails.
Sure, the tennis was ace, but it was Claudia's manicure that served a world-class performance. Andy Murray, eat your heart out.
The glossy and vibrant coral shade is fresh, playful and exactly the kind of manicure that'll have you booking a nail appointment before you've even finished your strawberries and cream. Better still, it's bang on trend for summer 2026!
Sitting somewhere between a punchy orange and a classic pink, the coral delivers instant holiday energy and crucially, makes an existing tan pop. Which is particularly apt for our Clauds, because if there's one beauty accessory she loves almost as much as a fringe, it's an enhanced tan.
So, whether you're actually heading off on holiday or trying to make the most of the current heatwave (albeit a struggle sans air-con), coral is the shade to know. Scroll on for seven juicy designs that'll have your next nail look at game, set and match.
Juicy coral nail inspo
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Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK, with over four years of experience reporting across the brand's print, social, video and digital platforms. Lia covers everything from emerging trend analysis to viral celebrity hair and makeup moments, making her an expert at spotting the season’s next big beauty look (before it takes over social media feeds).
In 2025, she was named The Rising Media Star at the Love Perfume Awards with The Perfume Shop, recognised for her outstanding digital fragrance content and for building genuine authority within the space. She is passionate about challenging outdated beauty stereotypes, championing inclusive representation in beauty, and educating readers on the trends, products and conversations shaping the industry today. Follow her on Instagram or find her on LinkedIn.
