Seashell Nail Art Trend Sweeps Summer 2025

Nail artists are embracing seashell-inspired designs for summer, with techniques ranging from subtle pearly finishes to maximalist 3-D effects. At Chanel's cruise show, London-based nail artist Ama Quashie created aquatic treasures using a sea-washed palette of red, amber, pink, and turquoise, with iridescent shimmer for a mother-of-pearl luster. Toronto-based Cerise Carvalho recommends tactile finishes mimicking nature, including 3-D gel and chrome, while Brooklyn's Nic Zuhse uses white liner gel and 3-D gel for wave-tumbled ridges. Montreal's Rachel Parent favors earthy hues and pastel tones for versatility, and Aguadilla-based Guanina Cotto employs maximalist 3-D effects and aquatic colors inspired by the Great Barrier Reef. The trend is widely shared on social media as beach vacations approach.