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Butter Yellow Is the Colour of the Season

As temperatures finally begin to warm up, we’re embracing the newest trend: butter yellow! From hair to nails, to the catwalk, this warm, creamy shade is taking over this season.

The Rise of Butter Yellow

The butter yellow trend, or as some prefer to call it, buttermilk, really began making waves in 2023. At the time, it was seen as part of the quiet luxury trend—giving everyone that glow of having been somewhere sunny and expensive.

But the 2025 version of butter yellow is all about playing with colour and having fun. One prime example? Actor Timothée Chalamet, who made wearing butter yellow head-to-toe look effortlessly chic at the Oscars. The cool yellow shade was fresh, modern, and instantly became a hit. Since then, more people have been warming up to this buttery trend.

Buttered Nails: A Sweet Start

If you’re looking to incorporate butter yellow into your clients look, nails are the perfect place to start. It’s a bold, creamy shade that pairs well with a variety of other colours. Plus, for those who prefer a neutral palette, butter yellow has the perfect balance. Its creamy tone is close enough to neutral to look sophisticated and universally flattering across a range of skin tones.

For clients who are eager to try something different but don’t want to stray too far from their comfort zone, butter yellow is an ideal choice. How about mixing it with some mini egg-inspired tones of lavender and pink for the perfect Easter manicure? We’re loving OPI’s Infinite Shine in “I’m Dreaming - Slay Hello to Yellow”. If you're feeling creative, try a decorative egg-spo nail design with The Manicure Company’s Creative Pro Gel Liner in Pale Yellow!

Butter Yellow Nails

Image credit - @glitterbels

Buttery Eyes: A Bold Fashion Statement

The autumn/winter 2025 international fashion weeks showcased a surprising burst of bright colours, a refreshing change from the typical winter palette of black, grey, and brown. From bold lichen yellow at Saint Laurent to a stunning pastel yellow at Sarah Burton’s debut at Givenchy, it’s clear that yellow is everywhere.

It’s not just in the clothes, though—it’s on everyone’s eyes too! At the Haider Ackermann for Tom Ford show, head makeup artist Lucy Bridge painted models’ eyelids with a soft, intense butter yellow. The buttery eye-shadow trend has now made its way from the runway to everyday looks, and we can’t get enough.

Butter Yellow Eye Makeup

Image credit - @lucyjbridge

Buttered Up for Wedding Season

When you think of butter yellow, weddings and baby showers often come to mind. And now that the trend is in full swing, you might find yourself working with bridesmaids or wedding guests who are opting for this gorgeous shade. Consider accessories that complement butter yellow, such as pearl earrings, pearlescent hair clips for updos, or even vintage slides or Alice bands for a touch of elegance.

Even trend forecasters at WGSN have teamed up with Coloro, a digital colour intelligence platform, to announce that Celestial Yellow is the shade we’ll be embracing all the way into 2026. Described as a glowing, luminous, and restorative creamy shade, it seems butter yellow isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.

Final Thoughts

Whether you're a Lurpak stan or a Kerrygold lover, butter yellow is for everyone this season. It’s not just a colour; it’s a mood—radiating warmth, vibrance, and a touch of sunshine. Embrace the trend in your wardrobe, nails, makeup, and accessories, and let the world see you glow in buttery goodness.

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