If you reach for pale pink every week at your manicurist appointment, right now is your moment to switch to shades of crimson. “I love classic red nails for the Christmas season because they are fun but also look sophisticated for work,” says Jocelyn Petroni, official manicurist for Chanel Australia. “Wear red nails with a short blunt shape to keep your hands looking elegant and bold.” “I love Chanel Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Rouge Essentiel ($41).”

Words by Marie Claire Australia