Milky Manis Are Cute, But Glossy "Fruit Water" Nails Are What I'm Wearing This Summer

If you've scrolled through TikTok or Instagram lately, chances are you’ve been met by a manicure that looks like berry-infused water. Enter: Fruit water nails. The deliciously sheer, high-shine nail trend that’s dominating summer 2025. Equal parts subtle and juicy, this look is all about barely-there washes of bright, fruity colour.

What Are Fruit Water Nails?

Think of fruit water nails as the nail equivalent of a tinted lip oil. They give off that just-bitten, ice lolly-stained vibe, but for your fingertips. Think of it like infusing your water with bright summer fruits. The finish is sheer and watery, almost like a gelée watercolour of fruit tones—think cherry, watermelon, peach, grape, and strawberry to name a few. This isn’t your typical solid or milky nail polish. Instead, it’s more of a sheer, watery nail tint—subtle, juicy, and so glossy. It's also low-maintenance. Just one coat of a sheer polish is all you need, but you can easily layer up for a more fruity jelly finish.

Ready to embrace fruit water nails for your next summer manicure? Scroll ahead for the chicest looks we've found.