"There’s nothing that feels quite as fresh as a new manicure—especially during the beginning of spring when brighter shades of polish start to make an appearance. After months of deep shades that matched the drab days of winter, the right of passage that is a new season’s manicure is just what we need as the weather starts to warm up in the spring. From shades of greens that remind us of what the grass looks like under all that snow to soft yellows that are inspired by fresh daisies and sunshine, spring nail colors are here to help us celebrate warmer days ahead. Kiss dreary winter tones goodbye, and say hello to spring 2025’s full lineup of bright and pastel tones, plus a few unexpected additions.
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1. Pearl
This spring, opt for a subtle twist on the classic Hailey Bieber glazed nails. White chrome nails give a pearlescent look that honestly makes me want to rewatch H2O: Just Add Water. It’s a spring look you’ll want to rock year-round.
2. Olive
The dirty martini hold is so strong that I’m taking inspiration for my nails this spring. It’s a bright pop of color while still feeling effortlessly chic. What better shade for an aesthetic Instagram pic of you holding an ice-cold martini?
3. Classic French
French manicures technically aren’t a color, but they embody the clean slate I always yearn for when spring cleaning season comes around. They never go out of style and pair perfectly with every outfit, which are major wins in my book.
4. Mauvey Pink
This gorgeous mauvey pink almost looks like a neutral with its muted tone. If you want to dabble in color but struggle to part with OPI Bubble Bath, this is the spring mani stepping stone you should try.
5. Sunset Orange
If the second spring hits, you’re putting away your neutral coats and sweaters, ready to step out in your bright, vibrant wardrobe—you need to try sunset orange nails. Whether or not the weather has warmed up where you are, this manicure will make it feel like the sun is shining.
6. Bright White
If you want something a little starker than a milky white, this bright white screams spring. It’s the perfect transitional color from snowy days to sunny afternoons.
7. Milky Lavender
Lavender is a traditional pastel that comes back each spring, but this year, it’s looking a little bit more milky, which we love. This soft shade is the perfect color to transition out of more muted winter polishes.
8. Mint Green
This spring, muted pastel greens are replacing our go-to mint green, and I’m not mad about it. Put away the Essie Mint Candy Apple and opt for a matcha-inspired shade instead.
9. Sheer
The clean-girl aesthetic is still going strong, and this barely-there yet polished manicure is just what you need to round out the look this spring. While it’s not one of the spring nail colors you would anticipate, it’s equally as fresh.
10. Apricot
Tangerine made a statement last year, but we’re loving a softer apricot version in our spring nail colors 2024 lineup even more. It gives “juicy and bright” instead of “traffic cone,” and that’s why we love it.
11. Stormy Grey
Seconds after we saw that Hailey Bieber was sporting a stormy shade of grey on her nails, we knew it had to be on our spring nail color bucket list. If anyone knows how to set a nail trend, it’s her, so you’ll be seeing this color all over this spring.
12. Raspberry
Pink will never go out of style, especially on the nails, but this deeper raspberry-esque version is the cool-girl way to wear it this spring. This fun shade is a welcomed change from classic pink but it is just as bold and will go with any bathing suit you pack for vacation.
13. Classic Red
The red nail theory isn’t slowing down anytime soon. In fact, it might even become more popular come spring break season. TikTok theories aside, we love a classic shade of red for its versatility—meaning, it will look just as good with your brunch outfit as it will with your LBD for a dinner date.
14. Creamy Blue
Blue skies are ahead, and this more muted blue is what we are wearing to welcome it with open arms. With a hint of grey, it feels more muted than the bright blues we’ve seen in seasons past, so we approve if you’re considering it as a neutral in your spring nail colors 2024 lineup.
15. Milky White
If fresh linens could be a nail color, it would be this crisp, creamy white. Equally trendy and classic this year and last, we are not slowing down with this shade of white. If you want an even cleaner look, opt for a brighter white.
16. Pale Yellow
We can’t decide what this shade reminds us of more: a lemon loaf with icing, peeps at Easter, or a sunny day at the beginning of the season. Either way, it’s a must-wear shade this spring.
17. Ballet Pink
Whether you’re loving the balletcore trend or you’re a classic pink girl no matter the time of the year, know that a light shade of pink will keep you on-trend during spring 2024.
18. Soft Shimmer
If you can’t decide between milky lavender and Hailey Bieber’s stormy grey, might we suggest something in the middle? Add a little shimmer, and you’ve got yourself the perfect mani.
19. Lilac
Is it purple? Is it pink? Who cares. This lilac shade has us swooning. It feels like a bright spring day and a fresh bouquet of flowers, and because of that, we have to include it on this list.
20. Cobalt Blue
A cobalt blue always makes me think of the buildings in Santorini (not that I’ve ever been), and while there aren’t any Grecian getaways coming up this season, I will definitely be channeling the vibes with this nail color. It’s bright, fun, and bold—which is honestly exactly the energy I want to manifest this season.