The MET Gala 2025, with the theme Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, highlighted refinement and attention to detail. The manicure was another example of how celebrities ensured every element of their appearance was perfect. This year’s manicures demonstrated artistry and adaptability, from elaborately adorned nails to naked glittery patterns.
1. Kiara Advani
On the red carpet, the stunning mother, Kiara Advani, showed off a black gown with a golden breastplate. Advani wore gorgeous natural nail extensions with white textured tips to match the dual-tone motif of her ensemble. Some were embellished with glitter and a gilded framing. Her index fingernail, which had a hanging cross charm on it, was the one that caught the eye, though.
2. Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian kept her manicure minimal but striking to complement the professional mood of her outfit, exuding premium lady energy. Kim’s natural-coloured acrylic nails did not dominate her diamond-studded fingers. But when the diva lost a nail while adjusting her bustier top on the blue carpet, it grabbed headlines for a manicure gone wrong.
3. Lisa
Lisa’s outfit at the 2025 MET Gala was a superb example of Louis Vuitton elegance. Guess what? Her bag and sheer tights were both LV. She also had LV nails. The Blackpink star wore luxury on her nails in addition to wearing extensions. Lisa’s nails, with their flaming red tips, glittering silver base, and beaded embellishments, were a hit at the occasion.
4. Zendaya
You won’t be able to overlook Zendaya’s nails once you see them in her MET Gala 2025 ensemble. The actress opted for a completely different look for her nails, showing off blood-red extensions while wearing an all-white ensemble on the blue carpet. Her red nails gave off a femme fatale feel, which went well with her enormous diamond ring, which recently fuelled engagement rumours.
5. Isha Ambani
You couldn’t miss Isha Ambani’s nails as she made a regal appearance at the Met Gala 2025. Complementing her intricate custom Anamika Khanna ensemble, Isha opted for a sleek black French manicure—a modern yet understated choice that stood out against her traditional Indian attire. The minimalist nail design added a sharp contrast to her ornate outfit and accessories, perfectly balancing heritage and high fashion on the red carpet.
6. Nicki MinajÂ
Nicki Minaj will not go grocery shopping without having her nails done. Her manicure for the MET Gala had to be exceptional, of course, and it was! The Barbie World singer showed up wearing a gorgeous pinstripe outfit. The rapper donned gleaming blue talons that certainly didn’t miss the spotlight to go with the blue colour of her ensemble.
Whatever manicure-type celebrities wore, whether subtle, simple, or adorned, one thing is sure: manicures were taken seriously at this year’s MET Gala 2025, and it shows!
