Butter yellow nails - the pastel trend for summer 2025

Summer is the perfect time to reach for bright, luminous shades that highlight your tan and add freshness to any look. That’s why butter yellow nails – nails in a buttery, pastel shade of yellow – have become one of the most fashionable trends of the season.

This subtle, warm nail polish color is a great choice for fans of minimalist style and elegant finishes. A summer manicure in this shade looks beautiful on short and medium-length nails, especially in an almond or oval shape. It's also a great alternative to classic nudes if you're looking for something fresh yet still versatile.

Features of the butter yellow nails style

• pastel butter yellow on most nails – delicate, slightly whitened, and very subtle,
• matte finish with floral design – black contour lines of flowers and leaves in pastel colors on a powder pink background,
• almond shape that adds elegance and optically elongates the fingers,
• spring-like and girly vibe – perfect for warmer days or as a cheerful accent in everyday styling.
  
  

Why choose butter yellow nails?

1. subtle pastel yellow suits all skin tones and brightens up the hands,
2. floral designs add lightness, originality, and charm,
3. trendy matte finish enhances the floral patterns,
4. a style that combines minimalism with creativity – exactly what’s in fashion now,
5. a perfect alternative to classic beiges, nudes, or pinks.
   
   

How to do butter yellow nails step by step?

1. Prepare the nail plate and shape it as desired (e.g., almond).
2. Apply a pastel shade of yellow hybrid polish.
3. On selected nails, apply a nude or pink base and hand-paint floral designs using a fine brush.
4. Seal everything with a matte or glossy top coat – depending on the effect you want to achieve.
   
   

Author: Magdalena Czop