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There’s something about the color yellow that just sparks joy.

So when we’re looking for a fun, happy manicure, it’s our go-to choice.

The hue invokes sunny vibes year-round and can even feel modern and elegant, depending on your design.

Hailey Bieber with yellow nails.

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The soft shade looks especially subtle on this short nail mani.

Lemon French

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Not ready to sport a solid yellow?

Add alemon accentto your classic French mani for a small pop of color.

Butter yellow manicure.

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We’re into the hyper-realistic style of this designthe detail is amazing!

Half Moon

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Half moonsare a super easy nail design to DIY from home.

Opt for a bold yellow like this one for a high-contrast effect.

French manicure with lemon decals on three fingers.

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Sunflowers

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Nothing screams summer quite like sunflowers.

This patterned mani is a fun way to rock yellow this season.

Alternate between different sizes to give extra variety.

Yellow half-moon negative space manicure.

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Paired with the soft gray, the yellow shines without feeling too bold.

Add in a whole lot of lemons and you’ve got the perfect Amalfi Coast-inspired design.

Negative Space

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Negative space designs are another great way to subdue a bold yellow hue.

Daisies manicure.

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This one utilizes a nude-colored base, but you could just as easily go completely bare.

Busy Bee

Make amismatched maniyour own by swapping out the bare nails with a personalized touch.

Might we suggest a bumblebee or perhaps your favorite smiling emoji?

Honey mustard yellow manicure.

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Juicy Papayas

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We absolutely adore this fresh and fruity nail set.

Pretty in Pastels

Thispastelwave-inspired nail art is all about those organic shapes and curves.

Be sure to leave some negative space to really highlight the design.

Yellow and gray geometric shapes on a manicure.

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Double French

Why do a normal French mani when you could get creative with it?

We love the stark contrast between the neon yellow and sparkly black in thisdouble French style.

Logo-Mania

So you are really into logos.

French manicure with yellow tips on two fingers and lemons on the others.

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This Louis Vuitton-inspired manicure includes the brand’s signature logo in a minimalistic yellow print.

Perhaps this is the least expensive way to rock your favorite fashion house.

Add as many flowers as you’d like to amp up the floral vibes.

Yellow negative space manicure.

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Honey Drop

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A manicure Winnie the Pooh would approve of.

This golden shimmery tip gives the illusion of honey dripping down each nail.

Orange-Yellow

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Sometimes all you need is one color to make a statement.

Orange to yellow ombre manicure.

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This orange-yellow hue packs a punch in the best way.

It’s bold, bright, and perfect for summer.

However, the two accent nails add an artsy flare, featuring a black and yellow speckled design.

Manicure with different designs on each nail including a heart, smile, and a bee.

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Mix-and-Match Brights

There’s something undeniably cheerful about this mix-and-match mani.

Lava Lamp

The 60s are calling.

This mani instantly reminded us of a lava lamp.

Yellow nails with papayas on each nail.

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The yellow and pink swirls are super eye-catching and playful.

Cheetah Girl

Take a walk on the wild side with some animal print nail art.

Pair with a dark green hue for a more natural effect.

Negative space manicure with pastel swirls in yellow, purple, lavender, light blue, pink, orange.

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If the bright hue is not your vibe, swap it out with something more subdued.

It feels fresh and unique.

Lemon Lime

Lemon lime is already a fan-favorite duo when it comes to our favorite treats.

French manicure with yellow tips and a black sparkly arc below.

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So why not let it inspire your next manicure?

Go bold with a yellow base and dark green French tips, as seen here.

The final effect is giving us serious Sprite vibes.

Yellow and lavender swirls with yellow and lavender flowers.

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Aura Nails

Aura nailsare one of the hottest trends right now.

We love how the center of these nude nails is a subtle yellow.

The finished look feels like a good omen.

Natural nail with dripping honey yellow.

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Not only does it feature 3D bubbles, but it also boats summer-ready pink and yellow ombre polish.

Yellow Slashes

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Yellow can be subtle or bold depending on the design you choose.

These chic slashes are superminimalistand work on all nail shapes, sizes, and lengths.

Orange-yellow manicure.

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give a shot to DIY it with the tip of a bobby pin.

Checkers, Anyone?

Make the lines super thin (as seen above) or thick for a more color forward result.

Black and yellow speckled manicure.

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Yellow-Gold Foil

Who said yellow couldn’t be golden?

This neutral mani gets a swipe of gold foil across each nail.

We love how the design differs from digit to digit, which adds extra visual interest.

Neon yellow swirls manicure.

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Different nail designs with pink, yellow, and orange.

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Rose-gold yellow manicure.

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Pink and yellow lava lamp design nails.

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Dark green and yellow cheetah print nails.

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Nude manicure with half the nail outlined in yellow.

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Yellow, red, and orange powdered tips on a manicure.

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Yellow nails with a green tip.

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Light orange and yellow aura nails.

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Pink to yellow ombre nail with yellow 3D bubbles.

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Yellow slashes on a nude based manicure.

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Yellow manicure with lightening bolts on the ring finger.

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A brightly-hued manicure paired with a fun, colorful and geometric design (in this case, a 1960s-inspired swirl).

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Matte yellow manicure with ring fingers left nude with yellow vertical and horizontal lines.

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Neutral manicure with a swipe of gold foil across each nail.

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