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Not quite pastel mint and not quite matcha, jade is the unlikely nail colour you’re about to see everywhere to help lift those winter blues.
This season’s weather goes hand in hand with dark rouge and moody noir nail shades, but with the winter blues still lingering, we’re in need of some cheering up. and that’s where a mood-boosting mani comes in.
Not quite as bright as the pastel mints we normally start to crave around springtime, nor as green as the trendy matcha colour we saw everywhere at the end of last year, jade is the unlikely nail shade you’re about to see everywhere.
If you remember that Kermit green shade that was everywhere back in 2018, this is its more subtle, subdued sister.
Jade symbolises luck and good fortune, and it’s the ideal muted greeny-blue shade we’ve been searching for to help brighten up those dark mornings.
Whether you’re embracing the cool-toned shade on its own or looking to experiment with some marble effects to resemble the gemstone itself, we’ve rounded up the best jade nail inspiration.
Best jade nail inspiration
Glass jade nails
Cat eye nails are set to be even bigger in 2025, so why not combine two trends in one?
Gemstone nails
Embrace the shade in all its glory with this subtle marble nail art to mimic the gemstone.
Plain jade
Keep things simple with a solid wash of colour.
Jade jelly
Nails don’t get any glossier than this jelly effect.
Jade quartz
Take inspiration from your jade roller for this look.
Ombre jade
This look ticks a trifecta of nail trends: French tips, ombre and 3D. Talk about an overachiever.
Dark jade
If you gravitate towards dark shades, this muted deep jade is a great option.
Reflective jade
After a mirror-like shine? Look no further.
Jade marble
Add some golden flecks for a little shimmer.
Short and sweet
This green shade works on all nail shapes and sizes.
Sheer jade
Not a fan of opaque nails? This shade works well as a sheer jelly-like wash of colour.
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