Met Gala 2025 Best Nails: Extravagance, elegance, and a touch of madness

While the Met Gala is the ultimate fashion event, true nail pros know it’s also a night for nails to shine. And in 2025, they truly delivered – from jaw-dropping 3D nail art to minimalist nude finishes, we saw it all.

This year’s exhibition theme was “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” and every guest had a tailor-made look – nails included. The details were impeccable from head to toe.

Let’s take a look at some of the best ones we could find: 

 

Cynthia Erivo – XXL stiletto nails in black, red, and white to match her look. Bold and impossible to ignore.

 

Zendaya – Long square-shaped red nails paired with a white suit. Iconic and powerful.

 

Lupita Nyong’o – Short, rounded nails in a powder blue shade to match her Chanel suit perfectly. Clean and fresh.

 

Sha’Carri Richardson – 3D floral nails with crystals and spring-inspired colors. This set deserves a spot in the museum.

 

Jazmine Sullivan – Gold swirls brought an extra dimension to her already striking 3D nails.

 

Ego Nwodim – Button-inspired nail art matching her blazer details. Creative and clever.

 

Angel Reese – Classic black French manicure upgraded with a tiny dot at the nail base. Subtle but brilliant.

 

Ciara – Nude half-moons with black tips. A modern French with a twist.

 

Ayra Starr – Hypnotic stiletto nails with a cat-eye ombré design. Totally mesmerizing.

 

Savannah James – Long burgundy nails with pinstripes, perfectly matched to her outfit.

La La Anthony – Minimalist nude manicure with a square shape. Elegant and perfect for her role as livestream host.

 

Mindy Kaling – Glittery gold nails echoing the golden hardware of her suit skirt. Unified and stylish.

 

Simone Biles – A bold gown balanced by soft pink almond nails. Clean, simple, flawless.

The takeaway? If you ever doubted the power of a great set of nails, this year’s Met Gala proved once again that nail art is high fashion. Every detail counts – and these looks made sure of that.

 

 

Image sources: WWD/Getty Images, Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images, Mike Coppola/MG25/Getty Images, John Shearer