I’m always on the hunt for chic, minimal and stylish nail trends to wear throughout summer. The thing is, I don’t want something boring. I know, I know—how exciting can a minimal manicure be? I guess what I mean is that I want something a little different from your usual clear nail polish or French tip manicure that still fits my understated aesthetic.
For a long time, I’ve favourited the milky nail trend over anything else, but after coming across “sorbet nails”, I think I’ve found a new fave.
Sorbet Nails
Spotted on nail artist Mateja Novakovic, this sorbet manicure features a glossy, bright pink tint that makes your nails look healthy and vibrant. That being said, the sheer, sorbet-like finish keeps things natural and elegant, perfect if you prefer an everyday manicure that won’t look out of place when paired with your neutral wardrobe.
Whilst Novakovic keeps things short and simple with her rounded nail shape, I also think this trend would look incredible paired with long, almond-shaped nails, too.
To get the look, Novakovic used two layers of Manucurist’s nail polish in Pink Sorbet. Described as a translucent pink with cool blue undertones, you can apply a single coat or layer the polish depending on your desired finish. No matter what you decide, there’s no denying how chic this looks for the summer season.
Shop the Trend:
This is the exact polish used in the photos above.
Essie’s jelly-like nail polish looks so fun.
This semi-sheer pink is the perfect transitional shade.
A high-shine top coat will help create that “sorbet” effect.
Another favourite of mine from Manucurist for that sheer, juicy finish.
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