Beauty Coded is your go-to inspo blog for nail trends, nail colors, celebrity manicures, and the culture around all of it. We cover what’s happening now, what’s coming next, and what’s already on its way out – with real explanations, not vague hype.

We’re here for the people who love a clean set, a fresh color story, and a good trend breakdown. If you’ve ever saved 47 nail screenshots and still couldn’t explain why they all look so good, congrats – you’re exactly our audience.

What we do

• Track nail trends in real time across runways, red carpets, brand launches, creator posts, and street-style moments
• Break down the “why” behind a look – what makes it catch on, who it flatters, and where it fits in your life
• Keep it practical – what to ask for at your appointment, how to describe the vibe, and what details matter most
• Stay honest – if a trend is fading, we’ll say it

Who’s behind Beauty Coded

Lucia Pan

Nail Design Expert, Beauty Coded

Lucia Pan is a nail design expert turned blogger and trend forecaster at Beauty Coded. She started out self-taught, learning on her own nails and building a sharp eye for what looks current and what lasts past a one-week hype cycle. After that, she expanded her education across China, Europe, and the United States, giving her a global view of nail style and beauty direction. Lucia tracks runway beauty, creator-led trends, product launches, and street style signals to predict what’s next – and to explain why it’s catching on in the first place

Harper Reid

Celebrity Manicures Editor

Harper Reid is the Celebrity Manicures Editor at Beauty Coded, covering nail looks from red carpets, premieres, tours, and major brand campaigns. She’s the person who catches the manicure details everyone screenshots – then verifies the who, what, and when so it’s not just vibes. Harper tracks nail-artist credits, photo agencies, event calendars, and social posts to document recurring colors, finishes, and shapes across celebrities. Her coverage focuses on what’s actually trending, what’s already everywhere, and what’s quietly building momentum before it hits peak.

Simone Carter

Editor-in-Chief

Simone Carter is the Editor-in-Chief of Beauty Coded, leading the site’s voice across nail trends, celebrity coverage, and beauty culture. With 10+ years in beauty media, she brings strong editorial standards to a space that moves fast – and she keeps it grounded in sources, context, and clear reporting. Simone sets coverage priorities, edits features, and builds the guidelines that keep Beauty Coded accurate and consistent. She’s also the final filter on trend claims, making sure the site calls what’s next with receipts, not guesses.

Our editorial promise

Beauty moves fast. We don’t chase every micro-moment. We focus on trends with actual momentum and staying power, and we double-check credits and context before we post. That means fewer random claims, more clarity, and way less confusion when you’re trying to decide what to wear next.

What you’ll find here

Trend reports, nail color guides, celebrity nail recaps, seasonal edits, and straight-to-the-point inspiration that’s easy to save and actually use. Beauty Coded is for nail lovers who want taste, context, and a little humor – not essays that say nothing.

If you’re here for nails that look current and coverage that feels smart, you’re in the right place.