You’ve got the aesthetic think iced latte in hand, oversized sunnies, linen set but your nails?
They’re still living in 1773. Time for a matte makeover, babe.
This summer’s mani trends feel like your favorite Pinterest board came to life: dreamy pastel Skittles, matte lilac swirls, and glossy-dripped Frenchies that whisper luxury.
We’re diving deep into what’s hot, timeless, TikTok-trending, and totally moodboard-worthy.
From short and sweet to coffin-level drama, these matte moments are ready to steal your heart (and your camera roll).
1. Peaches & Creamy Chaos
Imagine biting into a juicy peach at golden hour while sipping an iced vanilla oat latte. Now imagine that exact color combo on your nails – matte peach and soft cream alternating, with micro-heart decals. These say, “I flirt in farmer’s markets.”
2. Butter Yellow Bliss
Butter yellow is the new baby pink, and no, we’re not taking questions. Matte-finish, square-shaped, sunshine-drenched nails that scream “I’m manifesting Amalfi but stuck in Trader Joe’s.” Still cute though.
3. Cloud Nine on Your Cuticles
Photo Credit – @nailartbyjen
Whispery white matte nails with soft blue puffs that mimic daydream clouds. Feels like journaling in a hammock. Bonus points if you pair it with a linen dress and main character playlist.
4. Strawberry Milk Crush
Matte strawberry pink that looks like your fave TikTok pink drink. Add a lil shimmer or go pure matte for the “clean girl aesthetic” that even Hailey Bieber would double-tap.
5. Cantaloupe Coffin Vibes
Not neon, not pastel – somewhere deliciously in between. Matte cantaloupe orange on coffin-shaped nails is giving Coachella-core with a side of “pass the Aperol.”
6. Lavender Lemonade Daydream
Two-tone magic: one hand matte lavender, the other soft lemon. It’s giving Pinterest board come to life. Your fingers will basically be the human version of an iced summer refresh.
7. Sea Glass Serenity
Matte teal that mimics frosted sea glass + a hint of iridescent topcoat on just one nail = mermaid but make it muted. Think Ariel in a beachside book club.
8. Matte Black But Make It July
Jet black matte with watermelon pink accents. Goth girl meets pool party. Kourtney Kardashian would wear these to a Hamptons barbecue and not break a sweat.
9. Sorbet Swirl Situation
Orange, raspberry, mango – each nail a different sorbet shade. Coffin-shaped with a matte overlay, ofc. You will get asked where you got them done. Prepare accordingly.
10. Neon Nude Nostalgia
It’s giving Lisa Frank but chill. Nude matte nails with a pop of neon dots at the cuticle. Summer camp chic for grown women who still collect stickers.
11. Barbiecore Goes Matte
Hot pink stiletto nails with a velvet-matte finish. Pair with heart-shaped sunnies and an IDGAF strut. Barbie would absolutely drive her pink Corvette with these on.
12. Aquamarine Almond Aesthetic
Soft matte aqua on almond nails. Feels like lounging on a yacht, even if you’re just sunbathing next to a kiddie pool. Add a pearl ring for peak mermaidcore.
13. Taro Milk Tea Fantasy
A rich lilac-matte shade inspired by taro bubble tea. Dreamy, creamy, and dangerously cute. Pairs well with a TikTok matcha haul.
14. Desert Rose Realness
Muted mauve meets sandy beige in a gradient matte ombré. Like if Dune was a rom-com. Give Zendaya a call, she’d wear these on a promo tour.
15. Watermelon Sugar, But Subtle
Matte green and pink split-nail design with black seed dots. Harry Styles coded. Not everyone can pull this off, but you? You’re the moment.
| Step | What To Do |
|---|---|
| Shape it up | Almond, coffin, or square — choose a trending shape that flatters your hands. |
| Base it right | Apply a clear base coat to protect and smooth the nail surface. |
| Color me matte | Use trending summer shades — think pastels, earthy greens, or hot pinks. |
| Top it off | Lock it in with a matte top coat (the real MVP here). |
| Add art (optional but fab) | Use dotting tools or nail stickers to add patterns or symbols. |
16. Matcha Mint Magic
Matte mint green that feels fresh AF. Wear it with white linen, a messy bun, and that “I read at the beach” energy. Feels like a chilled out summer in Kyoto.
17. Pastel Power Hour
Each nail a different soft pastel hue – matte, muted, and major. From buttercup yellow to cotton candy blue, it’s a Skittles pack for the soul.
18. Popsicle Parade
Think creamy red-orange like a melting Creamsicle. Square matte nails that basically are summer in a screenshot. Slightly retro, always hot.
19. Short, Chic, and Chartreuse
Chartreuse matte on short rounded nails. Unexpected? Yes. Unforgettable? Also yes. It’s the nail version of a “weird girl summer” moment. Bella Hadid energy.
20. Moody Malibu Moments
Deep matte navy that reminds you of midnight swims and salty kisses. Elegant, edgy, and ideal for a late-July identity crisis.
21. Aloe You So Much
Matte sage green on oval nails – the nail equivalent of applying aloe after a sunburn, except make it high fashion. Pair with a straw hat and oversized sunnies.
22. Shimmer-Free Sunset
Burnt orange to blush ombré in full matte glory. No gloss, no glitter – just raw, radiant sunset energy. Like a desert selfie without a filter.
23. Pops of Matte Purple
Plum, violet, and lilac matte color blocking on coffin nails. Honestly? Feels like a fashionable fruit salad.
24. Peach Pit Preppy
Peach matte nails with white French tips. A little retro, a little Gilmore Girls on summer break. Lorelai would be proud.
25. Skater Girl Summer
Matte lime green square nails, best paired with baggy denim, Vans, and emotional availability. Avril Lavigne called, she wants her vibe back.
26. Just-Pressed Pink Lemonade
Bubblegum pink and lemon yellow duo with a matte twist. Sweet enough to sip. Don’t be surprised if your iced drink starts matching your manicure.
27. Beach Towel Brights
Bold matte primaries – cobalt, cherry, lemon – alternating like your favorite striped towel. Sand optional, style mandatory.
28. Creamy Coconut Core
Milky white matte nails that feel like applying coconut SPF while lounging under a palm tree. Ultra-fresh, totally timeless, zero tackiness.
29. Tan Lines + Tangerine Tips
Matte nude base with tangerine French tips. Subtle spicy. Great for the girlies who want to flirt without talking. Just wiggle your fingers.
30. Cherry Cola Coffin Cuties
Rich cherry red in a soft matte coffin shape. Feels retro, seductive, and soda-fountain fabulous. It’s giving “first date at the drive-in.”
31. Glossless Gingham Goals
Matte pastel pink gingham pattern over white base. Feels like a picnic with Lana Del Rey and a basket of baguettes. Dramatic? Yes. Delicious? Also yes.
32. Blueberry Babe Energy
Matte blueberry on almond nails = snackable sophistication. The kind of color that pairs perfectly with your vintage sunglasses and silent main character energy.
33. Confetti but Make It Classy
Clear matte base with muted pastel dots scattered like soft party confetti. You’re festive but mysterious. What’s your sign?
34. Velvety Vanilla Vibe
A barely-there cream matte shade that oozes effortlessness. Imagine latte foam on your fingertips. Pair with gold rings and low-maintenance everything.
35. Cotton Candy Chrome (No Shine Though)
Matte version of cotton candy chrome in soft blue and pink swirls. Like you dipped your nails in a sweet dream. Zero gloss, all glam.
37. Starfruit Sorcery
Matte yellow-green nails with tiny black starfruit specks. Equal parts exotic and extra. Perfect for your “I just booked Bali” era.
38. Smoothie Bar Spectrum
Bright pinks, purples, and peaches mixed like your fave fruit smoothie. Matte all the way. Guaranteed to match at least one of your phone cases.
39. Mauve It, Babe
Muted mauve coffin nails in a velvet matte finish. Sophisticated but not stuffy. Feels like sipping sangria on a Spanish balcony while journaling.
40. Citrus Slice Scene
Matte orange nails with half-moon lemon detailing. Honestly, your nails just became the fruit bowl of dreams. Add a tan and boom – goddess unlocked.
41. Icy Girl Indigo
Matte deep indigo with silver flecks. She’s mysterious. She reads dark romance novels at the beach. She’s not texting you back.
42. Banana Milk Blush
Pale yellow matte nails that look like banana milk cartons from your fave K-drama. Add tiny smiley faces for serotonin season.
43. Bubblegum Baddie
Short, round matte nails in bright pink. Simple, punchy, perfection. If Barbie had a chill little sister with a skincare fridge, it’s her.
44. Soft Serve Sunset
Peach, pink, and vanilla swirls in a soft matte that mimics a melting cone. Wear it to your next ice cream run or emotional breakthrough – both apply.
45. Ocean Fog Fantasy
Matte smoky teal with wisps of grey like a misty shoreline. Feels like a moody playlist and long walks in oversized shirts. Lana-approved.
46. Juicy Jelly But Make It Matte
Matte translucent red with jelly vibes. Think strawberry jello sans shine. More mysterious, less messy. Still snackable.
47. Pineapple Express Polish
Matte pineapple yellow with abstract green tips. Tropical with a twist. Like a vacation postcard – if the postcard could flirt.
48. French Kissed Coral
Coral base with crisp white matte French tips. Classic with a hint of summer heat. She’s flirty, she’s fearless, she forgot to text him back.
49. Poolside Smoke Show
Matte navy to sky blue ombré that mimics the deep end of the pool. It’s aquatic drama. Add a waterproof mascara moment, and you’re ready to slay.
50. Nude Illusion Nirvana
Matte beige nails with soft blush undertones. A true barely-there but obsessed-with-yourself moment. These nails aren’t shouting – they’re whispering luxury.
Here’s your permission slip to live your Pinterest dreams.
Your matte nails are more than a trend they’re a form of personal poetry, babe. Paint them in pastels, drench them in neon, or dip them in dripped chrome.
As long as they feel like you, they’re perfect. Okay bestie, you’ve scrolled this far now it’s time to make your nails the main event.
Choose your shade, shape, and vibe, then slay responsibly. Post a pic. Tag your crew. Start a trend.
Because your hands deserve a summer story too matte, magical, and totally unforgettable.