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Summer 2025 nail trends

This is your ultimate guide to the season’s most wanted manicures, straight from the trendsetters at Pastels Salon Dubai.

Summer in Dubai is made to show off your style, right down to your fingertips. And this year, nails are having their moment. Think sorbet pastels, neon pops, glossy finishes, and a serious nod to the Y2K aesthetic.

At Pastels Salon, recognised as one of the top beauty salons in Dubai, our nail artists are already ahead of the curve. We provide the most popular nail trends for summer 2025 to inspire your next salon visit, no matter what you seek.

Therefore, let us dive into the current season's most popular shades, shapes, and designs.

1. Sorbet pastels

Think lavender milk, pistachio mint, peach gelato, and lemon sorbet; this season’s pastels are richer, creamier, and infused with a modern edge. Forget faded hues of the past; summer 2025’s pastels bring vibrancy while still being soft enough for everyday wear.

Perfect for short nails and almond shapes, these shades look fresh against sun-kissed skin and go with everything from linen sets to evening glam.

Pro tip from our nail team at Pastels: 

Pair a pastel manicure with a glazed topcoat to achieve that juicy, high-shine, "just done" finish all week long.

2. Neon accents that pop 

Neons are making a serious comeback, but they’re refined and artfully used this time. Rather than a complete neon set, pops of colour are used as accent designs, outlines, or reverse French tips.

Nail art inspo we love at Pastels:

• Neon flame outlines.

• Lime green smile lines on nude bases.

• Gradient neon ombré.

For those craving edge without going full throttle, French manicures with neon tips are totally wearable, even if you usually stick to minimal styles.
At Pastels Salon Jumeirah and Ritz-Carlton, we design nail art to suit your unique style. So, if you want delicate neon accents or a full creative set, we’ve got you.

3. Metallic nudes, with a luxe twist

A major trend this summer is the fusion of nude bases with chrome finishes, gold leaf detailing, and soft metallic sheens. It’s clean, luxe, and Instagram-ready without trying too hard.

Think champagne shimmer, rose gold chrome, and pearlized taupe, effortless beauty that catches the light best.

Finish it off with:

• Chrome powder for added reflection.

• Delicate gold leafing for soft glam.

• A soft shimmer glaze to reflect the light.

Perfect for brides, anyone who loves a slight sparkle, and holidays.

4. The shapes you’ll see all over Instagram

Summer 2025 is leaning short, natural, and gently structured regarding nail shapes.

Most popular shapes at Pastels Salon Jumeirah and Ritz-Carlton:

• Short almond: Feminine and attractive.

• Squoval (square oval): the perfect mix of modern and classic.

• Micro tips: Short nails with delicate French tips are having a big moment.

Pastels is known as one of the best beauty salons in Dubai for precision shaping and natural-looking extensions. Our nail artists will help you find the silhouette that flatters your hands best.

5. Jelly nails, the cool girl staple

Jelly nails are this summer’s answer to last year’s glazed trend. It’s playful, sheer, and full of personality. 

These translucent, glassy finishes mimic the look of stained glass, candy drops, and gummy sweets, with colours like cherry pink, tangerine, and violet coming out on top.

They’re youthful, fresh, and surprisingly versatile.

Love a French tip? Ask for a jelly French with translucent colour tips instead of white.

6. Glazed chrome goes next-level

Hailey Bieber made glazed doughnut nails famous, but Summer 2025 takes it to the next level. Think opalescent chrome finishes layered over pastel bases, pearlescent white glazes, and light-reflective powders that make nails gleam under the Dubai sun.

Most-requested finishes at Pastels right now:

• Holographic chrome over pastel bases.

• Pearl chrome on short, almond shapes.

• "Mirror nails" in icy tones for a futuristic twist.

At Pastels Salon, we use only the highest quality chrome powders and gel finishes to create glassy, high-shine looks that turn heads (and last longer in the Dubai heat).

7. Minimalist nail art

Clean lines, dot accents, negative space, and geometric shapes continue to trend, but now with metallic foils or tiny crystal embellishments.

In-demand designs include:

• Matte nude nails with gold foil.

• White contour lines on a milky pink base.

• Clear tips with small metallic shapes.

These looks are classic but eye-catching, ideal for the fashion audience who prefer clean sophistication.

8. Pre-vacation appointments are a must

Planning a summer getaway or a major event? Getting your nails done in advance is essential.

Our clients love coming in for a fresh set before:

• Long weekends away

• Weddings

• Eid celebrations

• Graduation parties

• Beach holidays (Jelly nails look fantastic poolside, trust us)

Quick reminder: Summer is our busiest season at Pastels. Book early to secure your preferred time and artist.

9. Why book your nails at Pastels salon Dubai

As one of the most trusted beauty salons in Jumeirah Al Wasl, Pastels Salon has a reputation for setting trends.

Here’s why “Pastels Salon” is your go-to this season:

• Expert artists who customise every detail based on your taste, skin tone, and event calendar.

• Premium products that last longer, even in heat and humidity.

• Hygienic, luxury environment in beautifully designed beauty rooms.

• Trend-forecasted designs you’ll see in global fashion capitals like Seoul, Paris, and NYC.

Whatever your preference is, our team will help you walk out with nails you can’t stop showing off.

10. This is your sign to book now

Don’t wait until your holiday is around the corner. Let Pastels take care of you now so you can enter the season feeling stylish and totally ready for the summer.

Let your hands do the talking this summer, with nails as unforgettable as the memories you’re about to make.

Whatever your mood, Pastels Salon is ready to help you wear it beautifully.

Book your nail appointment today at Pastels Salon, get set to fall in love with your next manicure and discover why we’re Dubai’s first choice for fashion-forward fingertips.