Benny Blanco’s Persian Rug Toenail Art Cannot Be Unseen

Benny Blanco got an elaborate pedicure featuring an intricate painted design complete with white fringe meant to recreate a Persian rug.  

By Rachel McRady Sep 05, 2024 11:59 AM
| Updated Sep 05, 2024 1:35 PM
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Watch: Benny Blanco Is Nailing His Pedicure Game, Debuting Fringe Toenails

Benny Blanco definitely has a favorite character from Aladdin.

The music producer debuted his latest bold pedicure look, in which artist @nailedbytav recreated miniature Persian carpets—fringe and all—on his toenails.

The hand painted look from the Pasadena, California salon features incredibly intricate detailing to showcase the “rug’s” pattern.

And this isn’t the first time the 36-year-old has gotten a shocking pedicure from the artist. His toes have also featured a giant eyeball pedicure complete with lengthy eyelashes, a pizza pedicure featuring miniature pepperonis, “zit toes” which are just as upsetting as they sound, sushi toes complete with 3-D rolls, pickle toes modeled after his girlfriend Selena Gomez’s favorite brand, opal crystal ball toes, crochet-patterned toes, kiwi art, orange art, watermelon art, strawberry art, and more.

In fact, Benny appears to be the artist’s only toenail-specific customer. In an August 2021 post of Benny’s strawberry nails, the artist wrote, “I don’t do toes this was a special request.”

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But prioritizing artistic toes tracks for Benny, as he’s previously gone barefoot in public. Back in May during an interview on The Howard Stern Show, the chart-topper slipped off his loafers, flashing a hint of an intricate pedicure.

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And when host Stern began questioning Benny about whether he had gotten a ring for the Only Murders in the Building star, he replied, “I don't have anything. I got no shoes on. I gotta get my act together!"

Nails aside, fans have been keeping an eye on Selena in recent weeks as engagement rumors between the longtime loves have been circulating.

Speculation began after over a year of dating began when the "Hands to Myself" singer shared a mirror selfie that had a strategically placed heart emoji placed over one of her hands.

However, at the Aug. 22 premiere of Only Murders in the Building, Selena was notably not wearing any telling jewelry on that particular finger.

But the loved up pair are still going strong. In July, Selena posted a photo dump of herself and Benny writing, “Thank you for sharing your life with me today and everyday.”

To look back at the couple's sweet romance, read on.

Blossoming Romance

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco began dating in July 2023, around Selena's birthday, Benny said on the Howard Stern Show in May 2024.

But they only began to spark romance rumors in late 2023. That December, Selena confirmed the speculation, commenting on a fan page's Instagram post, regarding Benny, "He is my absolute everything in my heart."

She continued, "Why has he been the best thing that's ever happened to me. He's still better than anyone I've ever been with."

The Rare Beauty founder also shared a photo on her Instagram Story of her leaning her head on what looked to be Benny's chest.

With This Ring...

Selena later shared this pic on her Instagram Stories, which shows her wearing a bejeweled "B" ring.

That Kiss

...including a pic of the two kissing. 

Quality Time

Also in December 2023, Selena shared several photos of herself hanging out in New York City with Benny and their friends.i

Appreciating Art

Two days after Christmas 2023, Selena shared new pics of the couple at what appeared to be an art exhibit.

PDA Alert

Selena posted this pic of herself and Benny one day before New Year's Eve 2023.

Slam Dunk Date Night

The pair attended the Los Angeles Lakers' home game against the Miami Heat in January 2024.

Can't Keep Their Hands to Themselves

The couple packed on PDA in this February 2024 snapshot.

Happy Birthday Benny

Selena shared a tribute to her boyfriend on his 36th birthday in March 2024.

Birthday Tribute

"Happy birthday baby!" Selena wrote on her Instagram. "Your emotional endurance, positive disposition, unbelievable talent (that blows me away), undeniable humor and loving, kind heart absolutely kill me. I love you @itsbennyblanco."

PDA Alert

Selena included this kissing pic in her birthday tribute to Benny.

Naughty PDA Alert

...and these couple's pics as well.

Open Book

Selena celebrated the release of Benny's Open Wide in April 2024, captioning photos of the pair enjoying a cake shaped like his cookbook, "So proud."

Happy Fourth of July

Selena shared this pic of the two on Independence Day 2024.

Who Said "I Love You" First?

In July 2024, just ahead of their first dating anniversary, the two answered a viral "Who's Most Likely To" TikTok challenge, during which they were asked who was the first to say "I love you" to the other person. The answer? Selena.

Getting Cozy

Selena and Benny cuddled up in cute photos in July 2024 following her 32nd birthday.

Night Adventures

The actress captioned a gallery of summer photos, "Thank you for sharing your life with me today and everyday."

Beach Babes

The musicians soaked up the sun together on lounge chairs.

Dinner Date

Selena shared a silly pic of the two enjoying a bite.

Summer of Love

They're just loving each other like a love song, baby.

Incognito

The two were bundled up with masks on during one of their outings.

Pucker Up!

In another snap, Selena wore Benny's beanie as they pursed their lips for the camera.

Not Single Soon

The "Eastside" artist gave Selena a kiss on the cheek in a sweet summer snap in July 2024.

Good for You

He wrapped his arms around her in another adorable Instagram pic.

She Said Yes!

"Forever begins now," Selena wrote in December 2024, while revealing their engagement. Benny quipped in the comments, "hey wait… that’s my wife."

Golden Couple

The couple enjoyed a date night at the 2025 Golden Globes.

Red Carpet Debut

Benny and Selena made their first joint red carpet appearance at the 2025 Emmys.

Tying the Knot

The pair got married in Santa Barbara, Calif., on Sept. 27, 2025, with guests including Taylor SwiftMartin Short, Steve Martin and Paul Rudd.