NAILS

Best for long-lasting perfection

DryBy manicures and pedicures, from £25. www.dryby.co.uk.

Best for hand and foot conditioning

Margaret Dabbs Laser Hand Treatment, £150 for 50 minutes; Ultimate Luxury Foot Therapy, £135 for 70 minutes. www.margaretdabbs.co.uk.

Best for speed

Nails Inc, from £25. www.nailsinc.com.

THE MANICURE RULES

‘This season, go for a deep burnt orange,’ suggests the nail artist Sabrina Gayle. ‘Alternatively, the easiest nude to wear is a creamy coffee shade; I use it on Keira Knightley, and many of my celebrity clients. As for shape, you can never go wrong with classic rounded nails. Your manicure will stay super luxe and flawless for longer if you apply a top coat every three days; my favourite is Leighton Denny’s In The Gloss.’