Easter is just around the corner, which means it’s the perfect time to start thinking about your holiday manicure – something fun, fresh, and totally you. Whether you're into soft pastels or playful art, we've rounded up top trending Easter nail ideas for 2025. Let’s dive in!

Stylish Easter Nail Design 2025: A Guide to Manicure’s Trends

Spring is the perfect opportunity to experiment a bit and go for a unique Easter nail design that captures the joyful spirit of the season and makes you feel even more festive. What trends will dominate this Easter? Spring and Easter are a celebration of joy, color, and the rebirth of nature after a long winter. This season’s palette embraces both soft, natural pastels and bold, vibrant hues. Elegant Easter-themed nail art designs – such as florals, Easter eggs, and bunnies – will also be a hit. Of course, timeless classics like French tips, ombré styles, and minimalist looks will continue to be popular. Explore our inspiration list and discover the look that fits you best!

Bold & Beautiful Easter Nail Colors – From Soft Pastels to Vivid Shades

Pastels and vivid colors alike will reign this Easter. Better yet, you can mix and match both to create a truly memorable Easter-themed manicure! Try out these pastel gel polish shades:

• 600 Apricot Crush – juicy apricot and Pantone’s Color of the Year 2024;

• 811 Pastel Lavender – a soft, white-washed lavender;

• 604 Luminous Lemon – vibrant, pastel yellow;

• 603 Summer Sky – a dreamy, pale sky blue;

• 157 Little Rosie – soft, light pink.

And here are a few bolder, more saturated options:

• A702 Just Me – energetic, warm red;

• 588 Fresh Green – rich, slightly muted emerald;

• 538 Go Peru – regal, deep purple;

• 449 Captain’s Blue – a striking marine blue.

These are just a few of the gorgeous shades you can use this spring to create your perfect Easter mani with Semilac.

Which Nail Shape Is Best for Your Easter Manicure?

The most popular nail shapes include oval, square, almond, stiletto, and round. As long as your nail length allows (e.g., stiletto styles usually need more length), all shapes can look fantastic in an Easter-themed nail design. There are no “off-limits” shapes or lengths – what matters most is that you feel good wearing them.

Easter-Themed Nail Art: 3 Easter Nail Art Tips You’ll Actually Want to Wear

No matter which base color you choose, you can easily add creative designs to elevate your manicure. Here are a few ideas you can use in your own Easter-themed nail project:

Top Trending Easter Designs 2025

Though they may look intricate, many of these top trending Easter designs are surprisingly simple to recreate at home! All you need is a professional nail art brush. Try painting spring flowers (like simple daisies), cute bunnies, lambs, chicks, or Easter eggs. One of last year’s standout trends was the “speckled egg” look. After curing your base color, use a fine brush to apply irregular black or brown dots and smudges. Cure under a UV/LED lamp. To soften the design and add a more natural, pastel vibe, lightly dab on some white gel polish with a sponge or wide brush. Cure again and finish with a top coat—matte top coats work especially well with this Easter nail look.

Tip: You can feature your chosen design on all nails or just a select few. Another idea is to paint each nail a different shade or hue within the same color family. This adds visual interest and, even with a playful twist, still looks refined and festive.

2025 Easter-Inspired Minimalism

Not into extravagant looks? Concerned they won’t suit your style – or restricted by work dress codes? Go for timeless elegant Easter minimalist nail ideas instead. Focus on perfecting your cuticles and nail beds, then apply a sheer milky pink or warm nude gel polish. Sometimes less truly is more – a delicate manicure can enhance your beauty, give your hands a more youthful appearance and highlight your natural charm. If you want to add a subtle detail, consider dot nails or a sheer glitter top coat for a gentle shimmer.

Easter French Manicure Tips

French manicure is hugely popular – especially now that they’ve evolved beyond the classic look. The traditional French mani is beautiful, elegant, and versatile, making it a safe and stylish choice for Easter. But you can take it up a notch with floral French nail designs, where the smile line is made of painted flowers instead of white polish. Alternatively, go with the classic style and add a floral or Easter-themed accent. Pastels also work wonderfully with French designs – don’t limit yourself to pink or beige bases or white tips!

Tip: If you’re planning to try a new, intricate design – especially one you’ve never done before – practice on artificial nails first to avoid ruining your final look.

5 Easy Easter Nail Art Designs You Can DIY

Want to DIY your Easter nails? Keep these essentials in mind for a flawless finish:

• Prep your cuticles and nail bed carefully – this is the foundation of a long-lasting, beautiful manicure;

• Apply products with precision – whether it’s the base coat, color, or top coat, work slowly and carefully to avoid flooding cuticles and to seal the free edge;

• Use thin layers – apply two thin coats of colored gel polish for even coverage. Thick layers may wrinkle.

• Finish your manicure – finish every look with a protective top coat to prevent chipping and scratches;

• Moisturize regularly – cuticle oil and hand cream are your daily essentials. Use them consistently to avoid dryness and cracking because – even the prettiest mani won’t look good if your skin is neglected.

These tips are key to achieving a flawless and long-lasting Easter manicure.

And Last but not Least...

Easter nails can take countless forms. The choice is entirely yours – what matters most is that you feel great wearing your chosen look! From soft neutrals to bold brights, your nails are the perfect canvas to show off your spring spirit. So go ahead and get creative – your perfect Easter manicure is just a brushstroke away.