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Spring Nail Ideas

Fresh spring manicures: pastel pink, lilac, sage and butter yellow, with glazed, jelly and aura finishes and tiny florals.

Spring nails at a glance

What the 24 looks in this collection are made of — tap one to see an example.

Top colors

Finishes

Shapes

How to wear spring nails

Spring is the season for pastels, sheer jelly finishes and tiny florals. Soft pink, lilac, butter yellow, mint and baby blue all work alone or mixed across your nails.

Pastels can look chalky on some skin tones; a sheer or glazed version of the same color is more forgiving and grows out invisibly.

  • Mix a different pastel on every nail for an easy Easter set.
  • Aura and ombre effects need only a sponge — no steady hand required.
  • A pearl glaze over pastel pink is the most flattering spring finish on every skin tone.

Spring nail trends by the numbers

Top colors, finishes and shapes for spring · updated Sep 25

Colors

  1. pastel pink100
  2. lilac90
  3. sage green85
  4. milky white80
  5. butter yellow80
  6. baby blue75

Finishes

  1. french tip100
  2. glazed100
  3. aura100
  4. jelly89
  5. swirl89
  6. chrome78

Shapes

  1. almond100
  2. short square90
  3. oval80
  4. coffin70
  5. squoval65
  6. stiletto40

Designs to watch: 3D Flower Nails · Easter Pastel Nails · Strawberry Nails

Spring Nail Ideas: FAQ

What are the most popular spring nail colors?

In this collection the most-saved shades are pastel pink, baby blue and butter yellow, followed by champagne and hot pink. Open any look to see the exact shade and similar polishes.

Which nail shape is best for spring nail ideas?

Almond is the most common shape here (8 of 24 looks) — it slims and lengthens the fingers, so it flatters wider nail beds and short fingers. You'll also find oval and short square looks.

How long do these manicures last?

French tip lasts 2–3 weeks with gel, about a week with polish; Swirl lasts 2–3 weeks with gel. Capping the free edge and daily cuticle oil add days to any manicure.

Can I do spring nail ideas at home?

Yes — 12 looks are medium, 6 looks are advanced, 6 looks are easy to recreate. Every idea page has step-by-step instructions, the shades and the tools you need.

Any tips for wearing spring nail ideas?

Mix a different pastel on every nail for an easy Easter set. Aura and ombre effects need only a sponge — no steady hand required. A pearl glaze over pastel pink is the most flattering spring finish on every skin tone.

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