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Butter yellow nails are the perfect mix of soft and stylish. This pretty pastel shade feels fresh, fun, and surprisingly versatile making it a great choice for spring, summer, or anytime you want a subtle pop of color. Whether you love short and simple nails or playful designs with swirls, florals, or French tips, butter yellow is a shade that can do it all.
If you’re on the hunt for cute new nail inspo, you’re in the right place! This post features over 25 butter yellow nails, from minimalist manicures to bold, trendy styles. Whether you’re getting ready for a special occasion or just want something cheerful for everyday wear, you’ll find a look here worth copying.

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No matter your style, butter yellow nails are always a good choice. You can keep them minimal and chic or have fun with playful touches like florals, swirls, or cute accents. Scroll down to see the best butter yellow nail ideas, you’re sure to find a look you’ll love!
The Best Butter Yellow Nails you must copy this season!
28) Slight Gloss via Pardon my French Nail Bar

Image and nail art via @pardonmyfrenchnailbar
27) Light and Simple via LASERPIL

Image and nail art via @laserpil.slp
26) Short Chrome via Aimee

Image and nail art via @allnailss._
25) Soft yellow via Her Room Beauy Hotel

Image and nail art via @herroommx
24) Glossy via 𝑳𝑶𝑶𝑲𝑩𝒀𝑬𝑳𝑶𝑰𝑺𝑬

Image and nail art via @lookbyeloise
23) Glowing Chrome via Jenn

Image and nail art via @thisjenngirl
22) Light Butter via Arfi Nails

Image and nail art via @arfinails
21) Perfect French via Stacey

Image and nail art via @staceymachin
20) Simple Accent via Lilly Palm

Image and nail art via @lillypalm__
19) Butter tips via Jennie

Image and nail art via @cleangirlnails
18) Butter Florals via Bry

Image and nail art via @gelsbybry
17) Bright Butter via Alison

Image and nail art via @nailsbyalsn
16) Perfect Chrome via Lilly Palm

Image and nail art via @lillypalm__
15) Cutest Details via Alexandra

Image and nail art via @thehotblend
14) Short and Sweet via Peacci

Image and nail art via @peaccibrand
13) Perfect Chrome via Jennifer

Image and nail art via @jenniferxlauren
12) Frenchies via Bry

Image and nail art via @gelsbybry
11) Perfectly Simple via Anita

Image and nail art via @anitanailsss
10) Buttermilk glaze via Victoria

Image and nail art via @byvictoriamj
9) French Accent via Lilly Palm

Image and nail art via @lillypalm__
8) Simple Perfection via Tentotenkw

Image and nail art via @tentotenkw
7) Buttermilk via Lucy-Rose

Image and nail art via @by.lucyrose
6) Chrome Perfection via Her Room Beauy Hotel

Image and nail art via @herroommx
5) Cute Tips via Iola

Image and nail art via @iolapallade_beauty
4) Buttery via Hannah

Image and nail art via @by_hannahtaylor
3) Glazed via Sarah

Image and nail art via @heluviee
2) Cute Patterns via Monika

Image and nail art via @monika__nails
1) Buttermilk Dreams via Charlotte

Image and nail art via @bycharlll
We hope you love all of these butter yellow nails! This is such a versatile color that goes with so many different outfits.