Beauty Makeup The Best Manicures of 2012: See the Photos! By Marianne Mychaskiw Marianne Mychaskiw Instagram Marianne Mychaskiw is a New York-based freelance writer, editor, and lover of Britney Spears who covers everything from beauty and style, to wellness and entertainment. A graduate of St. John's University, Mychaskiw was a previous staffer at InStyle, working her way up from intern to associate beauty editor — so you already know she will never leave the house without slathering on mineral sunscreen. InStyle's editorial guidelines Published on January 19, 2012 Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Johns PKI / Splash News; Denise Truscello/WireImage In need of some nail inspiration? We're only a few weeks into the new year, but celebrities like Alexa Chung and Kim Kardashian are already getting creative with their manicures! We rounded up our favorite nail looks of 2012, from punchy orange to metallic midnight blue. Click through the gallery to check out this year's hottest manicures! MORE:• Would you wear scented nail polish?• Sneak Peek: Hunger Games Nail Polish• Celebrity-Inspired Manicures Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit