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The Met Gala may be fashion’s big night out, but in my humble beauty editor opinion, the best part is all the epic glam moments, including dazzling red carpet manicures. This year, the stars showed up and showed out, sporting some stunning custom sets and wearing all the most popular nail trends of the season. From drugstore press-ons to on-theme charms, there was no shortage of manicure inspo at the Met this year.
So, whether you’re prepping for your next salon visit, want some fresh nail designs to pin to your beauty inspo board, or simply love judging all the red carpet looks (relatable), I’ve rounded up—and ranked—the very best manicures from the 2025 Met Gala. Keep scrolling for the top nail looks from celebs like Tyla, Sabrina Carpenter, Lizzo, and more.
10. Suki Waterhouse
Suki’s nails are understated and perfect for everyday wear. Better yet—they’re actually a set of $10 drugstore press-ons from KISS.
9. Lizzo
These tuxedo-esque nails are the epitome of dandy. They might just be the most on-theme set of the night.
8. Chappell Roan
Chappell’s nail look by OPI is giving all the pink pony club vibes.
7. Gigi Hadid
Gold French tips + 3D nail art = mani heaven.
6. Tems
This mismatched mani moment is so cute for spring and summer.
5. Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina’s Louis Vuitton-emblazoned nails by Zola Ganzorigt are all in the details. They have a stitched-on illusion and even have loose strings to tie the look together.
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4. Cynthia Erivo
Cynthia’s custom OPI nails boast pinstripe accents and a mini tie—a nod to classic menswear reimagined through a feminine lens.
3. Dwayne Wade
I’ll say it: Dwayne Wade’s mismatched manicure is the best men’s nail moment of the night.
2. Sha’Carri Richardson
Sha’Carri is known for her custom sets even while running in the Olympics, and she definitely did not dissappoint for the Met Gala.
1. Tyla
Tyla’s crystal pinstripe manicure took the top spot for the best nail moment of the night.
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