Sorbet Nails Are Quite Literally The Coolest Summer Manicure Trend
I won't pretend sorbet nails are a brand-new trend for summer 2025. Let's be real — they look a lot like the pastel manicures that pop up every spring and summer. But while they're not exactly groundbreaking, there's no denying that the biggest nail artists are obsessed with them right now. From Iram Shelton's shimmering strawberry manicure to Harriet Westmoreland's mint sorbet French tips, sorbet nails provide a cool pop of colour among the wave of neutral princess nails and milky manicures.
For the sceptics amongst us, there is a subtle difference between this year's sorbet nails and more traditional pastels: 'Though they're in the same family of soft tones, sorbet shades are slightly more vibrant versions of pastel colours,' explains session manicurist Ami Streets. 'Inspired by their namesake edible summer treat, they're even brighter and juicier, often with a sheer or jelly-like finish that gives a gorgeously glossy and playful vibe.' Think fruity hues inspired by your favourite ice cream flavours, like banana, peach, strawberry or pistachio if you're not sure where to start.
How do you wear sorbet nails?
Streets points out that sorbet shades lend themselves beautifully to summer nail art looks. 'Soft ombré gradients in sorbet colours are a dreamy nail look for summer. Effortlessly blending shades like pinks and peaches, for example, creates a sun-kissed effect that feels light, airy and totally on-trend,' says Streets. Plus, for the minimalists, French tips, half-moon manis and simple, dainty dot designs are a great way to wear sorbet hues more subtly.
Orange Jelly
This dewy citrus manicure created by Nail Bar Milwaukee has a beautiful jelly-like texture, which gives it a really playful edge. Recreate it at home with Manucurist's Nail Polish in Pamplemousse, £14.
Why pick just one colour when you can wear two? This strawberry milk and lemon sorbet fade created by nail artist Ramon Duran is utterly delicious.
We're with this sheer and shimmery delight created by nail artist Iram Shelton, and will be rushing to recreate this combination of soft sparkling base and juicy pink ombré.
Peach Cooler
Juicy and ultra-glossy, this peach manicure created by nail artist Victoria screams summer. OPI's Infinite Shine Nail Polish in Dreamsicle, £18, has the same sheer, watery feel, but with a touch of shimmer.
Lemon Ice
Streets pointed to pale yellow being one of the 'huge breakout sorbet hues for spring', and this monochromatic look created by @kkdnails proves that it isn't going anywhere for summer. Try Essie Nail Polish in Summer Soulstice, £8.99, for a similar buttery lemon hue.
Aura nails lend themselves beautifully to sorbet hues, as nail artist Zanë Jashari proves with this delicate blush-coloured design.
Mint Tips
The simplest way to dabble in sorbet shades if you're a minimalist at heart is by switching the colour of your French tips. This punchy mint look by Harriet Westmoreland is so fresh and chic. Try Dior Vernis Nail Polish in Pastel Mint, £29, to get the look at home.
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Sorbet Nails Are Quite Literally The Coolest Summer Manicure Trend
I won't pretend sorbet nails are a brand-new trend for summer 2025. Let's be real — they look a lot like the pastel manicures that pop up every spring and summer. But while they're not exactly groundbreaking, there's no denying that the biggest nail artists are obsessed with them right now. From Iram Shelton's shimmering strawberry manicure to Harriet Westmoreland's mint sorbet French tips, sorbet nails provide a cool pop of colour among the wave of neutral princess nails and milky manicures. For the sceptics amongst us, there is a subtle difference between this year's sorbet nails and more traditional pastels: 'Though they're in the same family of soft tones, sorbet shades are slightly more vibrant versions of pastel colours,' explains session manicurist Ami Streets. 'Inspired by their namesake edible summer treat, they're even brighter and juicier, often with a sheer or jelly-like finish that gives a gorgeously glossy and playful vibe.' Think fruity hues inspired by your favourite ice cream flavours, like banana, peach, strawberry or pistachio if you're not sure where to start. How do you wear sorbet nails? Streets points out that sorbet shades lend themselves beautifully to summer nail art looks. 'Soft ombré gradients in sorbet colours are a dreamy nail look for summer. Effortlessly blending shades like pinks and peaches, for example, creates a sun-kissed effect that feels light, airy and totally on-trend,' says Streets. Plus, for the minimalists, French tips, half-moon manis and simple, dainty dot designs are a great way to wear sorbet hues more subtly. Orange Jelly This dewy citrus manicure created by Nail Bar Milwaukee has a beautiful jelly-like texture, which gives it a really playful edge. Recreate it at home with Manucurist's Nail Polish in Pamplemousse, £14. Why pick just one colour when you can wear two? This strawberry milk and lemon sorbet fade created by nail artist Ramon Duran is utterly delicious. We're with this sheer and shimmery delight created by nail artist Iram Shelton, and will be rushing to recreate this combination of soft sparkling base and juicy pink ombré. Peach Cooler Juicy and ultra-glossy, this peach manicure created by nail artist Victoria screams summer. OPI's Infinite Shine Nail Polish in Dreamsicle, £18, has the same sheer, watery feel, but with a touch of shimmer. Lemon Ice Streets pointed to pale yellow being one of the 'huge breakout sorbet hues for spring', and this monochromatic look created by @kkdnails proves that it isn't going anywhere for summer. Try Essie Nail Polish in Summer Soulstice, £8.99, for a similar buttery lemon hue. Aura nails lend themselves beautifully to sorbet hues, as nail artist Zanë Jashari proves with this delicate blush-coloured design. Mint Tips The simplest way to dabble in sorbet shades if you're a minimalist at heart is by switching the colour of your French tips. This punchy mint look by Harriet Westmoreland is so fresh and chic. Try Dior Vernis Nail Polish in Pastel Mint, £29, to get the look at home.
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