Button Nails: The Bold Manicure Trend You Need This Summer
Button nails are set to become the must-have summer trend of 2025, according to influencers Ego Nwodim and Doechii. Are you ready to elevate your manicure with a playful twist?
A Stylish Met Gala Introduction
The concept of button nails made waves at the 2025 Met Gala, where SNL’s Ego Nwodim stunned onlookers with her spectacular manicure. Her nails were an extension of her show-stopping Christopher John Rogers suit, characterized by vibrant rainbow fasteners. These 3D button embellishments perfectly mirrored the suit’s detailing, capturing the essence of the “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” theme.
Creative Inspiration From Fashion
Drawing from fashion isn’t new in the realm of nail art. Just as denim manicures found their way into trendy beauty circles earlier, button nails take their cue from the world of haute couture. For celebrity events and daring fashion statements, they add an eye-catching, whimsical touch that demands attention, as seen on both Nwodim and Doechii.
Crafting Your Button Nail Look
The mastermind behind Nwodim’s nails, celebrity manicurist Betina Goldstein, used real buttons glued to each extension, showcasing a crafty, DIY spirit. This easy-to-recreate look invites creativity and individuality. A bold black base—a CND Shellac Polish complemented by a No-Wipe+ Top Coat—serves as the canvas, with buttons securely fastened using the CND Plexigel Builder. If intricate DIY isn’t your style, consider stickers for a similar pop of flair.
Get Ahead of the Nail Art Game
Choosing button nails allows you to push boundaries and explore creativity in your nail design this summer. According to Popsugar, this is the trend to watch. Whether you opt for an at-home approach or head to the salon with your creative muse in tow, embracing buttons will ensure you’re at the cutting edge of summer nail trends.
Are you ready to play with colors and elevate your summer style with button nails? BYOB (Bring Your Own Buttons), and let your nails do the talking this season!
