Whether it's served on ice with oat milk and a dash of salted caramel syrup or steaming hot and finished with Instagram-worthy latte art, there's no denying that matcha is the drink of the moment.
But its influence doesn’t stop at what we sip. Since breaking into the mainstream, matcha has quietly shaped everything from our wardrobes to our interiors—its soft green hue becoming a full-on aesthetic. So it was only a matter of time before it made its way into our nail rotations.
Ahead, we’ve rounded up eight matcha-inspired nail ideas worth saving for your next manicure.
1. Classic Matcha Nails
Sometimes, you just can't beat a classic manicure. So show your appreciation for matcha with a simple, colour-blocked set like these. If you're a fan of bubble bath nails but want to try a new shade, opt for something a little milkier, like @klawsbysonia's set.
2. Matcha Glass Cat Eye Nails
What could be more matcha-inspired than serving your set in a literal matcha glass? Or, as close as you can get. This set from @nailzbyliv._ cleverly uses cat eye polish layered onto a pastel green to create the effect of a matcha glass right on your fingertips.
3. Mismatched Matcha Nails
Mismatched nails have been gaining popularity for a long time, so give them a spring twist with a matcha theme. What we love most about a mismatched manicure is that you don't have to decide which design you like best. Simply save a bunch of designs you like on Pinterest, then take them all to your nail artist and get one on each finger.
4. Floral Matcha Nails
Florals for spring? Actually groundbreaking, when they're matcha, too! Try out the 3-D nail trend (like @polishandpampernailspa's set) to add another dimension to your manicure.
5. Swirly Matcha Nails
There's nothing more satisfying than giving your iced matcha latte a good shake... and that's exactly what these nails are serving up. Honestly, they look good enough to sip!
6. Strawberry Matcha Nails
Some of us like the sweeter things in life, and what's sweeter than a strawberry matcha mani? These reverse French tip strawberry matcha ombre nails are so simple yet so stylish. We knew not to believe the old "pink and green should never be seen" saying.
Combining both the look of the swirly matcha nails and the strawberry matcha ombre nails, these nails also bring in a cat eye finish to give the contrasting pink and green a main character moment. You could say it's a “matcha” made in heaven.
7. Matcha French Tip Nails
Are you die-hard when it comes to French tips? It can be hard to part ways with this timeless style, but what if we told you, you don't actually have to? Take your go-to tip to a new level and combine two of spring's biggest trends: matcha and polka dots. Cute yet classic!
8. Acrylic Matcha Nails
Venti matcha? Yes please! These nails deliver matcha just how we like it served... XXL. We're obsessed with the semi-translucent jelly set from @lolarudelou, which gives an edgy take on the classic French tip.
