July 2025 Inspirations & Trends
July is here and it’s time to bring summer nail art to life!
With longer days, warmer nights and holiday plans in full swing, July is the perfect month to explore summer nail trendsthat are bold, vibrant, and full of personality. From juicy neons and tropical nail art to chrome finishes and glazed donut nails, this season is all about creating eye-catching designs that pop in the sunshine. Whether it’s festival nails, beach-ready sets, or elegant summer wedding nails, HONA has you covered with all the colour, tools, and inspiration you need to level up your nail game this summer.
1. Lobster & Lemonade
Looking for summer nail art that’s bold, fun, and packed with personality? This set by @ellesgelsandbeauty is giving all the seaside holiday vibes. From citrus slices and lobster motifs to blue porcelain-inspired patterns. Feeling Inspired? Create your own using:
2. Tangerine Dreams
This dreamy tangerine set by @nailsby_bjp_ brings all the juicy, sunshine vibes. The perfect full-cover orange, it’s a go-to for this year’s summer nail trends, whether your clients are heading to a festival, beach or want that pop of colour. Feeling inspired? Create your own using HONA Tigerlily Gel Polish for a look that’s bright, fresh and made for summer.
3. Palm Paradise
This Sunshine Staple set by @kreatedbykae_ takes the butter yellow trend from spring and gives it a summer-ready upgrade. Featuring the vibrant Cuba Libre Gel Polish shade, this look is perfect for clients who want a fresh, feel-good set!
5. Sherbet Lemons
This Sherbet Lemons set by @nailsbylucytoseland is giving us all the sweet shop vibes. With pastel pink and yellow stripes, it’s the perfect playful look for clients who love soft summer nail trends with a twist. Feeling inspired? Recreate this sugary set using Daffodil and Delight for a fun and fresh design.
6. Fruit Salad
Looking for summer nail art that’s bold, fun and packed with personality?
These Fruit Salad nails by @waticalley are giving all the juicy vibes. Featuring tiny cherries, lemons, blueberries and mandarin slices, this set is perfect for clients who want playful, detailed nail art that’s right on trend for summer. Feeling inspired? Try using Sky, Mandarin, Buttercup and Leaf Green to recreate this fruity look.
July Colour Trends
July’s trends are brighter, bolder and packed with summer energy. We’re seeing juicy tangerines, sunshine yellows and zesty neons taking centre stage, alongside gold palm accents, fruity nail art and playful stripes. Chrome brights, glazed finishes and tropical French tips are everywhere, bringing that holiday glow to every set. Whether it’s citrus-inspired designs, shimmering ocean blues or vibrant festival nails, July is all about having fun with colour and creating nails that are made to stand out.
