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Butter Yellow Nails Get a Sophisticated Update

Butter yellow meets French tips.

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From the moment spring sprung to when Kelsea Ballerini owned the color on the American Country Music Awards carpet, butter yellow nails have absolutely dominated the summer of nail trends. This new neutral is a bright pastel yellow that instantly brings the sun to your mani. And now, they've gotten an elegant update: butter yellow French tip nails.

The Rise of Butter Yellow Nails

Among all the spring and summer nail trends we've seen, butter yellow nails have remained at the top of the pack. Maybe it's the balance between bright and subtle, the rise of yellow as a true neutral or perhaps we're all just looking to add a touch of sunshine to our day. Whatever it is, this trend has been spotted on everyone from Hailey Bieber and Selena Gomez to Kendall Jenner and Kelsea Ballerini. This celeb-approved look is one that can easily transition from spring to summer, day to night and office to beach party.

Butter Yellow Nails Get The French Tip Treatment

Ultra elegant and sunny but subtle, a butter yellow French tip manicure is our next look without a doubt. We can't get enough of the sophisticated but playful look that dares to be trendy while elevating the whole look. Below, we have the keys to your next mani with the inspo, press-ons and nail colors that will take your butter yellow nails to the next level.

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Inspo: A Subtle Sparkle

Your butter yellow nails get a sparkly update with this French tip and rhinestone mani.

Inspo: A Subtle Sparkle
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Press-Ons: Static Nails Dahlia Round ($20)

This set is the epitome of the trend: a simple and elegant French tip in butter yellow. The not-too-long nail length adds to the sophisticated look and perfectly "nails" this look.

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Press-Ons: Static Nails Dahlia Round ($20)
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Press-Ons: Nail Reformation Tiger Lily ($16)

If you're feeling a bit more whimsical, this French tip mani doesn't just incorporate that signature yellow, but also adds a single daisy on each nail for a glamorous garden look.

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Press-Ons: Nail Reformation Tiger Lily ($16)
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Press-Ons: Rainy Roses Fresh as a Daisy Long Almond ($14)

Another elegant take on butter yellow French tip nails, these press-ons have a touch of '70s inspiration with a groovy daisy design that stays sophisticated.

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Press-Ons: Rainy Roses Fresh as a Daisy Long Almond ($14)
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Nail Color: Dior Lemon Glow ($32)

The butter yellow you love with a touch of can't-beat shimmer for light-catching brilliance.

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Nail Color: Dior Lemon Glow ($32)
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Nail Color: Chanel Le Vernis Ovni($32)

When butter yellow goes designer, you know you're in for something good. This color finishes with a glossy sheen and the protective formula is extra long-lasting.

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Nail Color: Chanel Le Vernis Ovni ($32)
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Nail Color: Manicurist Paris Green Natural Nail Color Mimosa ($14)

A pastel yellow in a natural nail polish? Yes, please! This non-iridescent finish is the perfect color for anyone going for that muted, pastel vibe.

Nail Color: Manicurist Paris Green Natural Nail Color Mimosa ($14)
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