Espresso Martini Nails Are the Manicure Wake-Up Call We’ve Been Needing

I’ll admit—the first time I heard of an espresso martini, I was skeptical. Vodka and espresso just don’t seem like two things that should go together. But after just one sip, I was sold and indoctrinated into the delicious and seemingly cult-like world of espresso martini lovers. Nowadays, from espresso martini makeup to coffee-themed hair colors, the viral It-girl drink has taken over the beauty world, too.

Enter espresso martini nails, a much-needed energy boost for our manicure routine. As we settle into shorter days and colder weather, many of us need a pick-me-up. So, what better way to do so than by incorporating the ultimate energy-boosting beverage into your nail design? Ahead, we’ve rounded up some of the best espresso martini nail ideas from the nail experts at Vanity Projects.

6 Espresso Martini Nail Ideas to Try

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Espresso Torties

Tortie (aka tortoiseshell) nails have been trending for months now and choosing a rich, espresso-colored base for your tortoise shell nails is the perfect way to turn the reptile-based style into an espresso martini mani. Plus, the tortie texture makes for a liquid-y appearance, perfect for an espresso-martini-themed look.

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Espresso Tips

A true espresso martini lover knows that a good espresso tini is all about the color—the rich, dark espresso base contrasted with the frothy, vanilla foam top—and these espresso tip nails are pretty much the manicure version of the perfect espresso martini. With a deep, freshly brewed coffee tip and a lighter, frothier brown for the base, this set has everything we could want out of espresso martini nails.

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‘Rich Girl’ Espresso-Tini Nails

“Rich girl” manicures have also been taking over the nail scene and these espresso-based nails bring that rich-girl vibe into your espresso martini nails, featuring deep browns, frothy whites, floral designs and gold accents.

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Espresso Swirl

While some like to sip their espresso martinis without mixing, I prefer to mix the delicious frothy topping into the espresso base and these espresso swirl nails perfectly encapsulate that first-sip feeling.

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Espresso Chrome

While trends in the nail space change what feels like daily, chrome has proven to be a lasting staple style. These brown and gold chrome nails are perfect for adding reflective shine to your espresso martini nails. Start with a deep brown base, layer over gold chrome—and voilà.

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3D Espresso

You know the tantalizing look of a fresh cocktail coming to your table with a sweating, frosted glass, showing you how the contents are cold and fresh? These nails are the manicure equivalent of that feeling, featuring an espresso brown, shimmery base with 3D gel accents for a multidimensional nail experience.