These nails are the coolest way to go dark this summer

Summer nails usually shout sorbet tones, glazed pastels, and maybe a neon thrown in for good measure. But this year, something quieter is making a statement. Nightshade nails - deep, moody, and slightly mysterious - are edging their way into the spotlight. It’s the kind of polish that makes soft cotton dresses and strappy sandals feel sharper, cooler, a bit more deliberate.

The colour isn’t quite plum, not fully berry. It sits somewhere in the space between smoky purples, dusty mauves, and aubergine tones that change slightly in the light. You’ll see flashes of chocolate, hints of grey, even a bruise-y undertone, depending on the finish. It’s less about being seasonal and more about mood.

These aren’t nails designed for the beach; they’re nails for late dinners, rooftop bars, and leaning into a different kind of summer.

Nightshade nails don’t scream for attention, but they hold it. And in a sea of sugary brights, that might be the boldest move of all.