Pastel nails are having a moment right now and we’re totally here for it! If you love soft, subtle tones and delicate nail art designs, light yellow nails are the way to go. Here we’ll show you some of our favorite pastel yellow nail designs. These looks are perfect for spring and summer, and they’ll add a touch of sweetness to any outfit. Keep scrolling to see some of the cutest nail art designs created by talented artists from around the world!
How to Create a Perfect Pastel Yellow Nail Design
Pastel yellow is such a perfect shade for nails: it’s light and airy, making your hands look girly and sweet! It goes with any skin tone and pairs well with many other colors for amazing nail art designs.
No wonder why it’s so popular for manicures! It’s just the right amount of brightness to give color to your look without being too bold or overpowering. Plus its neutrality makes it just as great for casual days as it does for special life events.
To get that delicate, fresh look, ombre nails are a great way to go. Using shades of light yellow topped with some sheer white tips for accent can create an effortless ombre effect.
For something a bit more abstract, you can find tons of nail art ideas below – from subtle splatters to geometric patterns created with glitter and rhinestones – the possibilities are endless!
If you want something even simpler, French tip nails with a glossy light yellow for the base look really cute as well.
Also, getting just the right hue might take some experimenting but it’s worth it – a pretty pale yellow manicure could bring joy to even the gloomiest day. To make sure that you select the perfect shade first think about what type of look you are going for.
Do you want something intense or more subdued? If subtlety is what you’re after, then find a baby-doll pastel that isn’t too bright and will complement whatever you are wearing.
Going for a brighter look? Then take time to find one that gently accentuates your sense of style without overpowering it.
With lots of choices out there why not have some fun picking the ultimate happy hue and get ready to be bathed in sunshine all season!
Now, it’s time to get inspired!
1. Sparkly Ombre
@marcipazur
2. Stars and Moon
@ricekittynails
3. Pink + Yellow
@gandziuchaa
4. Matte Yellow
@gandziuchaa
5. Leo Print
@gandziuchaa
6. Gold Swirls
@gandziuchaa
7. Yellow Waves
@renata_stolarska
8. Yellow + Glitter
@anetaujwary
9. Lemon Nails
@charsgelnails_
10. Short Yellow Nails
@charsgelnails_
11. Hibiscus French
@peachinails
12. Fun Nails
@peachinails
13. Pastel Abstract
@thehotblend
14. Funky Nails
@thehotblend
15. Large Daisy
@gelsbybry
16. Swirly
@nails_and_soul
17. Delicate Florals
@nailsbyalsn
18. Marshmello Nails
@amberjhnails
19. Spring Bloom
@amberjhnails
20. Simple Design
@amberjhnails
21. Yellow Rainbow
@amberjhnails
22. Short French Nails
@nailsbypaulin
23. Negative Space
@nailsbypaulin
24. Minimalist Dotz
@nailsbypaulin
25. Daisy Nail Art
@nailsbypaulin
26. Pretty Dotz
@nailsbypaulin
27. Flower French
@mua_hannahtaylor
28. Cute Nail Art
@glossystudios
29. Gold Design
@amanda.sudolli
30. Marble Nails
@_nailsbynix
31. Double French
@beautybydaisymae
32. Simplicity
@magdulaes
33. Simplicity
@magdulaes
34. Blue + Yellow
@magdulaes
35. Butterfly Nails
@nailedbyahyleen
36. Long French
@angelicanailsbyash
37. Pink + Yellow
@thegelcentre
38. Lace Nails
@moniwien92
@moniwien92
39. Lemon Nail Art
@moniwien92
40. All Yellow
@thegelbottleinc
