Harlequin Nails
Harlequin nails are a manicure patterned with diamond or lozenge motifs - often black-and-cream diamonds over burgundy or grey-blue - for an editorial, Italian-cinema feel.
Trend context
Key fact
tesriver's Fall 2026 press-on nail edit features 'Vintage Harlequin Diamonds' as a key patterned look of the season.
How to get the look
Hand-paint diamond lozenges in two contrasting tones (cream over deep burgundy, or black over smoky grey-blue) using a fine liner brush, keeping the pattern on every nail or just the accents.
How to wear
Harlequin suits dinner parties and gallery openings; pair with tailored black and a single gold accessory. Pairs well with: Old Money Nails, Plaid French Nails, Cherry Mocha Nails.