By: Author Sarah Roberts
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Summer is the perfect time to play with colors and experiment with different nail designs. So, I curated the following summer nail ideas that offer a wide range of shades and trendy styles that are as hot as the summer sun!
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Whether lounging by the pool or lighting up a summer night out, these summer nail designs are your perfect companions for a stylish season ahead:
1. Summer Stripes
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Image and nail art by @taryns.nails
These long, sharp, almond-shaped nails are a vibrant showcase of neon swirls. This manicure blends hot pink, electric yellow, and vivid turquoise in a mesmerizing pattern. Each nail is adorned with a single crystal, adding a touch of glamour and lively summertime energy.
2. Vivid Dots
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Image and nail art by @nails_and_beauty_by_daisy
Radiant fuchsia nails mingle with natural nails adorned with a playful perimeter of multicolored dots, creating a festive and fun nail look. The bold pink provides a striking contrast to the multi-color confetti-like pattern.
3. Citrus Chic
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Image and nail art by @taryns.nails
These nails are a delightful ode to summer, featuring juicy orange accents and delicate floral patterns set against a soft, peachy backdrop. The playful mix of bright citrus motifs and subtle white daisies brings a fresh, zesty twist to your summer style.
4. Tropical Temptation
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Image and nail art by @taryns.nails
These nails whisk you away to a tropical paradise with their vibrant color palette and eclectic designs, including a fiery sunset, aqua blue sparkle, and playful prints that remind me of ocean waves and exotic wildlife.
5. Shark World
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Image and nail art by @taryns.nails
Reminiscent of the mystical allure of underwater worlds, these nails display a fluid gradient of marine-inspired colors with playful shark and bubble silhouettes. The iridescent shimmer and delicate dotting details transport you to an ethereal aquatic summer adventure!
6. Natural Blossoms
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A little more natural looking, these short nails have clear nail polish serving as the canvas for delicate hand-painted flowers in violet and soft pink hues. Tiny green stems and leaves add a touch of realism, creating a mini garden at your fingertips!
7. Bold Abstracts
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Image and nail art by @the_nail_girl_lowestoft_
This vibrant celebration of color and creativity features bold, abstract strokes, including pink, blue, green, orange, yellow, and black on a neutral base. The dynamic pattern is like a painter’s brushwork, making each nail a miniature canvas.
8. Melon Manicure
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Image and nail art by @the_nail_girl_lowestoft_
These nails bring a twist to the classic French tip with a juicy watermelon design, featuring a gradient of pink to white and topped with black seeds and a green rind accent.
9. Summer Meadow
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Image and nail art by @nails_and_beauty_by_daisy
Alternating between muted yellow, pastel purple, and transparent bases, these nails have a vibrant, hand-painted floral design that brings a summer meadow to life. The colorful blooms and foliage against the clear nails create an enchanting window into a world of perennial beauty.
10. Summer Song
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Image and nail art by @taryns.nails
Each nail is a unique chapter of summer, showcasing a playful symphony of designs, including pastel rainbows, a pink flower, and a soft peachy sunrise. This sweet ensemble sings of warm, sunny days!
11. Bright Blossomed Tips
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Image and nail art by @jen_nailsaddicted
Delicate petals and vibrant splashes of pink and white, orange, and yellow hues dance across a sheer nude base. Each nail is a canvas showcasing a unique floral burst, perfect for welcoming the warm, sun-kissed days of summer.
12. Smiley Faces
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Image and nail art by @the_nail_girl_lowestoft_
These nails have a playful array of pastel spirals on a soft, milky pink base, each swirl with a delightful smiley face in the center.
13. Sweet Scoop
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This playful and sweet nail design features a charming ice cream cone illustration on a crisp white base adorned with a sparkling rhinestone. Perfect for summer!
14. Groovy Swirls
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Image and nail art by @nails_and_beauty_by_daisy
These nails have a soft pink base accented by bright rainbow stripes and playful daisy designs. The combination of bright, bold patterns celebrates the season’s lush beauty.
15. Rainbow of Swirls
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Image and nail art by @nails_and_beauty_by_daisy
These nails feature an array of neon grooves swirling against a white backdrop, creating a vivid marbling effect that’s just like summer’s electric essence.
16. Sunflower Shine
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Image and nail art by @the_nail_girl_lowestoft_
Bright, sunny yellow nails alternate with white ones adorned with simple black dots and delicate sunflower accents, bringing a cheerful and playful look ideal for summer.
17. Sunset Swirls
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Image and nail art by @jen_nailsaddicted
These nails are a dazzling display of sunset-inspired swirls, with a transparent base that allows the natural beauty of the nails to shine through.
18. Summer Swirls
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Image and nail art by @the_nail_girl_lowestoft_
These bright summer nails feature a playful marbling of neon hues, swirling together in a candy-like lollipop fashion. Each nail boasts a unique pattern, combining vibrant pinks, yellows, greens, and oranges to create a bold statement that you can’t miss.
19. Sunset Sparkle
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Image and nail art by @taryns.nails
These nails capture the radiant glow of a summer sunset with a gradient from vibrant coral to golden yellow, highlighted by shimmering accents and playful palm tree silhouettes.
20. Neon Flowers
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Image and nail art by @lillypalm__
A delicate mix of soft pink hues and subtle neon tips are embellished with charming miniature floral accents in shades of purple, pink, and sunny yellow.
21. Berry Fresh
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These vibrant summer nails feature a glossy coral hue, complemented by a singular accent nail with an adorable strawberry design. The perfect design for short summer nails!
22. Rainbow Rings
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These oval nails have a playful array of bright colors, creating a pattern of overlapping circles that give off a retro yet whimsical charm.
23. Pink Splash
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These square-tipped nails are a playful fusion of abstract art and summer vibes, featuring splashes of neon pink and turquoise with bold, black zebra-like stripes for a touch of wild flair. The matte finish on the pastel base provides a modern contrast.
24. Candy Tipped
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A playful parade of candy-inspired shades stretches across each French tip nail, featuring bold, saturated colors from lime green to sunny yellow and sky blue.
25. Serene Swirls
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Image and nail art by @lillypalm__
Delicate pastel pink serves as the base for these nails, adorned with a graceful white and tranquil blue swirl design at the tips. The minimalist artistry gives a nod to the warm breezes of summer.
26. Playful Polka-Dots
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Image and nail art by @lillypalm__
A medley of candy colors graces these playful nails, featuring a mix of solid pastel pink, vibrant purple, and a refreshing mint green alongside a whimsical polka-dot pattern.
27. Nautical Nails
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These nails make a bold statement with a striking combination of red, white, and blue, featuring playful patterns of polka dots, stripes, and nautical symbols.
28. Lemon Blossom
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Vibrant lemon-yellow nails paired with delicate white accents create a fresh and zesty spring or summertime look, while intricate green leafy designs add a touch of natural, earthy elegance.
29. Calm Waters
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These nails feature a serene, ocean-inspired design with flowing waves of blue and white, like gentle sea foam lapping at the shore.
30. Black Pink
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These sophisticated nails have a rich combination of pink and black, accented with gold swirls and dustings of glitter.
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I hope these summer nail ideas have inspired you to get colorful with your nails this summer season.
Thanks for reading!