Top Trending Nail Shades for Summer 2025
As the temperatures rise and the days get longer, it’s time to refresh your beauty routine, starting with your nails. This summer, Trending Nail Shades are all about playful colors, glossy finishes, and unexpected pops of personality. Whether you love a bold statement or prefer a clean, minimalist vibe, there’s a shade for every style.
Here are 10 Trending Nail Shades for summer 2025 that are dominating Instagram, TikTok, and salons everywhere.
1. Butter Yellow
One of the most talked-about colors this season, butter yellow is soft, sunny, and surprisingly chic. It adds a touch of warmth without being too bold, perfect for both short and long summer nails. Look for shades like OPI’s “This Chic is Bananas” or Essie’s “Buttercup Jelly.”
2. Tangerine Pop
Bright orange and juicy tangerine tones are everywhere this season. It’s bold, summery, and looks amazing with a fresh tan. Try OPI’s “Silicon Valley Girl”.
3. Barbie Pink (Still Going Strong)
Hot pink isn’t going anywhere. From bubblegum to neon, the Barbiecore trend continues to shine brightly on summer nails. Top pick: OPI’s “Shorts Story”.
4. Ocean Teal & Aqua
Cool, beachy shades like teal, turquoise, and seafoam green are trending. Perfect for pool days or coastal vacations. We’re loving OPI’s ” I’m Yacht Leaving”!
5. Tomato Red
Think Mediterranean summer vibes. Tomato red is chic, bold, and elegant—ideal for everything from weddings to sunset dinners. OPI’s “Blushin’ Pride” hits the mark for this shade pick.
6. Milky White
The clean girl aesthetic continues with sheer, milky whites and translucent neutral pinks. Polished, minimalist, and timeless. For a timeless classic, you’ll want OPI’s “Funny Bunny”.
7. Chrome Lavender
Pastels get a futuristic twist with chrome or shimmer finishes. Lavender chrome is particularly trendy on TikTok right now. Try combining OPI’s “Spring Into Action“ with a chrome powder topper.
8. Coral Peach
A summer staple. Coral tones with peachy undertones are flattering and fun—great for short summer nails. OPI’s “Got Myself into a Jam-balaya” is super on trend for this color choice.
9. Blueberry Milk
This dreamy pale blue has gone viral, and for good reason. “Blueberry milk nails” are soft, airy, and give your fingertips a cool, creamy finish that pairs perfectly with summer whites and denim. It’s a subtle way to wear blue without going too bold, and it works beautifully on all nail lengths. For this super trend, try OPI’s “*Verified*”.
10. Glazed Donut Neutrals
Hailey Bieber’s favorite trend is still hot: glossy, neutral nails with an iridescent finish. Go for pearlized beige, nude, or pale pink. We Love the classic OPI “Bubble Bath” under a chrome powder topper.
Summer 2025 is all about expressing your personality through color—whether that means neon brights, creamy pastels, or glossy neutrals. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different shades, finishes, and nail art to match your mood and summer plans.
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xo, Winky Pink
What Trending Nail Shades are you trying first? Drop your favorite in the comments!