August 2025 Inspiration & trends
August is here and summer is in full swing.
With peak holiday season upon us, it’s time to turn up the heat on your nail designs. Whether your clients are jetting off somewhere sunny, dancing at festivals, or enjoying alfresco evenings at home, August calls for bold, joyful nails that capture the spirit of summer. Think sun-soaked shades, playful patterns, shimmering chromes, and those can't-miss glazed finishes. From holiday-ready sets to late-summer wedding nails, HONA has you covered with all the inspo you need to keep your creativity flowing and your clients obsessed.
1. Star Fish & Hibiscus Flowers
Starfish charms and hand-painted hibiscus flowers are the nail art trends of the summer, and this set brings both together flawlessly.
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2. Spotty Nails
Polka dot nails are making a comeback, and we’re loving how this set combines the trend with a creamy yellow French tip for a playful summer vibe.
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3. Stripes & fruit
Tiny oranges, striped accents, and hand-painted bows? This set has all the summer favourites in one playful design.
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4. Amalfi Nails
From citrus slices and cobalt polka dots to zesty stripes and painterly florals, this set is giving Amalfi. It’s the perfect blend of Italian summer charm and statement nail art.
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5. Summer Tortie
Classic tortoiseshell just got a glow-up. This look pairs rich, glossy tortie with pops of colour detail for the ultimate summer upgrade
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6. Blooming Flowers
Blooming gel is taking over this season, and it’s easy to see why. These soft-focus, petal-perfect designs bring serious dimension and a dreamy finish to any summer set. Whether you’re creating micro florals or full nail blooms, this trending technique adds an effortless luxe touch.
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7. Fish Nails
This mix-and-match design brings everything we love about summer nail art into one set, from 3D fish nails to zesty lemon slices and beachy star accents. Bold, playful and full of personality
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August Colour Trends
As summer hits its peak, August is all about saturated colour, sun-kissed tones, and bold, joyful designs. Think vibrant corals, punchy pinks, and electric blues, paired with tropical greens and soft sunset gradients. Fruity nail art, neon details, and high-shine chrome continue to dominate, while golden hour glows and glimmering finishes add that late-summer luxe. Whether you're creating nails for holidays, festivals, or alfresco nights out, August is the time to be fearless with colour and let your nail art do the talking.
