My nail polish collection is pretty extensive. As a beauty editor, I'm lucky enough to receive lots of lovely samples and test out some of the best formulas out there, so I have almost every color you could ever dream of. But the one shade I don't have is yellow. You see, in my opinion, this is a pretty controversial shade. After speaking to the Who What Wear team, I learned that some people love a pop of yellow, whereas others wouldn't even consider wearing it on their nails.
Hailey Bieber is a fan of the yellow nail trend.
That being said, I've noticed that this nail color is becoming more and more popular over the spring and summer months. Not only am I seeing the trend on some of my favorite Instagram nail accounts, but according to Google Trends, searches are on the rise. Plus, with "buttermilk yellow" tipped to be one of fashion's biggest color trends this season thanks to its expensive-looking finish, I do not doubt that this shade will make its way into the beauty world too.
After looking at various yellow nail designs, I've come to realize that this color can look super chic. Below, I've rounded up some of my favorite designs that prove just how stylish this nail trend can be. These pictures have convinced me that I need a yellow nail polish to add to my collection.
7 of the Best Yellow Nail Designs
1. Yellow Micro French Tips
These thin, neon yellow French tips look so fun and modern. Plus, they are the perfect way to add a subtle pop of color.
Get the look:
This brush will help you to re-create a micro French tip at home.
2. Pale Yellow Shades
Opting for a pale yellow shade is another great way of adding a subtle pop of color to your manicure.
Get the look:
I'm adding this to my basket ASAP.
3. Yellow Shimmer
For something a bit different, try adding a shimmery topcoat to your yellow nail polish. The perfect holiday manicure.
Get the look:
This topcoat nourishes nails and adds a subtle shimmer.
4. Neon Yellow
For those of you who like to make a statement with your nails, you can't go wrong with a neon yellow manicure.
Get the look:
I want to wear this nail color with a cocktail in hand.
5. Butter-Yellow French Tips
Butter-yellow nails are so on-trend, and I love this chic French-tip design.
Get the look:
Such a pretty shade.
6. Lemon-Yellow Nail Art
I'm not usually a fan of nail art, but even I can't deny how cute and summery this manicure is.
Get the look:
This nail-art pen is so fun to have a play around with.
7. Yellow Mix-and-Match
How cute is this mix-and-match design by nail artist Iram Shelton? Opt for contrasting colors for something a little different.
Get the look:
This shade would look so summery with yellow nails.
This post originally appeared on Who What Wear UK.
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