Yellow might be your least used nail polish colour, but after scrolling through our edit of Instagram's best designs, we can guarantee that will change immediately. Whether you wear acrylics or varnish, or prefer pastel to neon, we've got every shade and style covered, not to mention design.
From minimalistic nail art (micro lemons and bananas anyone?) to bold flashes of mustard, there is a way to wear yellow for everyone, no matter your skin tone and no matter the season.
So before you spend your Sunday night on the sofa, breathing in your the fumes from your nail polish remover, take some inspiration from some of the most talented artists on Instagram, including Anouska Anastasia, Betina Goldstein and Kadima Aaliyah (aka @KaddyFromTheWest).
You might also want to have your tools at the ready... those being a steady hand, a dotting tool, a liner brush and if all else fails, a hell of a lot of cotton pads. Hey, don't beat yourself up if your hand-eye coordination isn't at expert level just yet, just make sure you don't end up smudging your artwork five minutes later.
So whether you're looking for micro lemons, neon French tips or custom Louis Vuitton and Nike emblems, you will find it all here. You just have to promise us that you'll take to Instagram to share your finished design, because we will be double tapping that immediately.
Now, go make your finger tips brighter than the sun...
Half moons
We always try to include a variety of nail lengths in our galleries and this vibrant half moon mani is super cute if you like your natural nails on the shorter side.
360 pastel
We're calling this stunning but minimal design by Amber JH Nails the manicure of summer 2021.
Spring fling
This pastel yellow is such a pretty shade that it's the perfect base for some cute mix and match nail art.
Bleached neon
For nails brighter than even an Oxbridge's student's feature.
Curved edges
We love the simplicity of this manicure, but you might need a steady hand if you want to recreate it at home... especially around your cuticle.
Logo heavy
Our obsession with clear acrylics is going nowhere, neither is our current '00s logo obsession.
Lemon lessons
Not only does this clear base make these teeny tiny lemons stand out even more, but it also keeps the design fresh and modern.
Pick 'n mix
Can't pick just one nail art design? With this manicure you don't have to.
Architectural lines
The nude background and matte finish make this custom nail art design even more unique.
Sunny accents
If you just want a touch of yellow, Betina Goldstein's subtle design will be right up your street.
Summer of love
We might have been too young to experience Woodstock, but this sunflower design means we can still spread the love.
Sunny tint
Can't quit your natural polish addiction? Add a slick of yellow to it for a summer upgrade.
'70s gradient
On first glance this looks just like a regular yellow manicure, but on closer inspection you see how it goes from lemon coloured to mustard.
Neon ombre
Another subtle colour changing manicure, this neon ombre is all we want on our nails this summer.
Just do it
Hand painted swooshes on a glittery neon lime yellow base? YES PLEASE.
Chalky brights
Upgrade your signature tennis ball neon manicure with a matte topcoat.
Minimal mustard
Not into your neons? Go for a mustard shade for a more subtle effect.
Hot wheels
For nails that wouldn't look our of place on Guy Fieri's shirt, outline your yellow flames with a slick of red polish.
Laura is a former writer for Cosmopolitan UK, covering everything beauty and fashion related and specialises in makeup, plus-size fashion and the world of YouTube. Her favourite pastime is reminding everyone of that one time she met Charlie Hunnam and Jason Momoa. Please don't ask to see the pictures...
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