Let’s roll into the best days of the year with happy times and sunshine!
June is here and we have already entered summer! With the onset of the warm months and sunny days, it’s time to celebrate the weather with beach holidays and groovy parties. And these celebrations call for all the bright and vibrant fashion. From comfy wear and flip flops to funky hair colors and nails, it’s time for all your experiments that are waiting to happen.
When we say summer nails, all we can think of are the fun, vibrant colors and designs to rock the season. Whether you’re planning to spend the season chilling on a beach shack or vacationing on a cruise dancing to all the loud music, here is some summer nail inspo for you to welcome the warm weather. Flaunt any of these 20 summer nail ideas this year and make your fingertips bright and shiny like those sunny days.
20 Summer Nail Ideas to Welcome the Warm Weather
The onset of the summer season calls for opening your heart and welcoming all the warm tones of color. It’s that time of the year when you can fearlessly transition from pastels and neutrals to bold and vibrant hues. You get to experiment with yellows, hot pinks, reds, and even blues.
From work to vacation, you can carry these bright and catchy nail designs throughout the season without looking out of place. You can even match your nail art to your outfits for that added charm or can go for a bold contrast to reflect your personality.
Whatever taste you have in nail designs, these 20 summer nail ideas to welcome the warm weather will give you all the inspo you need from Instagram and Pinterest combined. Take a deep dive into these nail designs and choose the one that best suits your summer mood.
1) Tropical French Nails
This is the perfect nail art for your holidays and vacations. Without going too bright, this offers a subtle combination of tropical colors paired with the classic French manicure. The solid layering of colors alternating with the OG nude-and-white French tip nails looks as charming as it can. The overlapping Pinteresty flowers add to the sophisticated feel. Don’t miss the pastel yellow dot detailing on the flowers for a softer look.
2) Groovy Swirls
Have you seen those water marble nail videos going viral on TikTok and Instagram? Well, this is the exact replica of those nail designs. Use different shades of pink from pastels to hot pinks and even neons to create the effect. The more random these designs are, the better it looks, so don’t aim for perfection. Carry this unique DIY manicure all through the season and rock the nail art in the colors of your choice.
3) Aura Rainbow
These Pinteresty ‘airbrush’ nails are all over the Internet and the trend is here to stay. While the aura nail art is not something new in 2024 but the craze for the design is ever-fresh. This colorful yet chic aura rainbow nail art in all the bright and warm tones is here to uplift your mood this summer. You may choose to experiment with colors and can even try press-on nails in this design to flaunt the look temporarily.
4) Butter Yellow Glazed
The freshest trend of 2024 is the butter-yellow nail color. The name itself sounds so delicious and soothing. If you are someone who likes lowkey neutral and pastel colors when it comes to nails, then this is the design you can experiment with this summer. The yellow isn’t too loud and the nude base isn’t too muted. And, the elegant French tip nails topped with a sheer chrome add a layer of sheen for the sunlight to reflect.
5) Colorful Croc Nails
Talking about trendy nails, another fan favorite this year is the croc nail art, also known as ‘snakeskin’ nails. And this colorful variant of the otherwise bold design looks so cute! As long square nail shapes are slowly coming back in fashion, this is just the right time for you to try this stunning set for the summer. Play with pastels, brights, and bolds to increase the charm.
6) Sparkly Purple Ombré
Good news for all you K-drama fans! The trendiest color of all time is still ‘in’ and we cannot obsess over it more. With all the craze for BTS, the all-time favorite purple color is back in town. From lilacs to periwinkles, all the shades of this royal color look prettiest on all nails and fingers. This subtle sparkly purple ombré nail art is just what you need to beat the heat while staying lowkey yet charming.
7) Cherry on Top
Don’t worry! We haven’t raided your Pinterest board to bring you this one! Cherries are all over our feed too. And we all know, don’t we, that summers are like a bowl full of cherries! With the cherry nail art trending all over social media this season, this design offers you the perfect balance of cute and classy. And the French mani in the latest butter-yellow tone with a subtle chrome is like a cherry on top!
8) Abstract Swirls
Channel the inner Barbiecore in you with this pink and gold nail design. If the minimalist in you doesn’t want to experiment with colors and stick to neutrals and chromes, this is the ultimate choice for you. Opt for press-on nails to make the best out of this pink and gold abstract swirls nail art. The translucent pink base gives the Korean nails feel and you are free to play with different tones of pink for the swirls. Don’t forget to top it off with randomly placed gold chrome swirls.
9) Dewy Sunset Nails
Is there any better depiction of summer sunsets than this? It has all things sunny and vibrant from peachy orange tones to water droplets. It elegantly combines the aura nails with the 3D nail art trend of 2024. You may opt for acrylic nail enhancements and ask for a coffin nail shape from the manicurist to finish off this dewy sunset nail design. Look at how the muted golden-brown base compliments the orangish peach airbrush effect for that sunny glow. Don’t miss the dewdrop detailing for the ideal beach vacay set.
10) Molten Metal Nails
Remember Hailey Bieber’s bright green nails? This is the exact replica of her molten metal nail art. For all the maximalists out there, this is the one for you. The striking combination of a bright green with golden detailing serves bold and loud vibes. If you want to show off your newly-done finger tattoos or simply want to become the talk of the town with your nails, this is the design you should choose. It will make you stand out simply because of its unique and daring charm.
11) Ocean Tips
Such ocean vibes! When we look at this ocean tips nail art, all we can think of is a summer holiday on a secluded island only surrounded by clean ocean waters. And if you are planning one such outing, this design can depict your mood ideally. With various tones of blue and a touch of white, this blooming gel nail art is a subtle cooling sensation on warm sunny days. Also, the randomly placed marble-like design looks imperfectly perfect on those medium oval nails.
12) Neon Yin-Yangs
If you haven’t had enough of the Pride month, here’s another unisex nail inspo for you. For all the short nail lovers, if you feel you’re being left out of all the bright colors and unique designs, we are here to prove you otherwise. Here’s a dual-tone neon yin-yang nail art for you to wear on your short square nails this summer. The striking combination of bold orange and lime green gives a stunning contrast. Besides, the yin-yang nail art on short nails can be DIYed to achieve the look.
13) Summer Swirls
If you can’t choose between one of these bright and tempting hues, go ahead and get them all! Get these long, rounded gel extensions professionally done by a nail technician topped off with this summer swirls nail art. Play with colors of your choice rather than exactly replicating this same design. Choose bold and catchy tones of blue, orange, pink, or even yellow and green. Get these marble effect swirls that are randomly thick and thin for that effortless look. This design is perfect to be paired with all your swimwear and summer dresses.
14) Blue and Orange Brights
Speaking of bright and catchy hues, this is a rather subtle and subdued version of the loud nail designs. It strategically uses dark and bold colors but the design is created to look feminine and charming. The bright shades of blues, oranges, and mints complimented by silver chromes and pearls give a Pinteresty vibe. Besides, it subtly chases all the ‘in’ trends from aura nails to snakeskin prints and from chrome swirls to 3D pearls. Choose this bright blue and orange nail art for that muted glam this summer.
15) Bright Floral French
French tip nails never go out of fashion, no matter the seasons or trends. This is a timeless and effortless classic design that can be worn by anyone. And the reason it stays ever-fresh is its versatility. French manicures can easily be decorated for any theme and they look as elegant as ever. This nail design is one such upgrade to your OG Frenchies. A maximalist bright floral French nail art in orange and pink is all you need for summer. Choose structured gel extensions to recreate the idea and try colorful water decals if you don’t want to hand-paint them.
16) Abstract Frenchies
You see we spoke so much about French nails above. Well, the versatile concept can be molded as per your taste in colors and designs. And, these pink and orange abstract Frenchies are giving the perfect summer vibes. It’s all in the detailing when it comes to such designs. But when you get them done, it transfers you straight to your Pinterest board to ‘pin’ the snaps of your nails. Don’t miss the black and white striped design which uplifts the abstract swirls with a stunning contrast of monochrome against the brighter tones.
17) Hot Pink Nails
Can we imagine summer without hot pink? Not at all! The warm sunny days call for trying such loud and bold nail designs. Just like the previous one, this hot pink nail art with geometric designs will make you stand out from the crowd like none other. With a subtle checkered print along with a few shades overlapping the hot pink gives a professional look to the otherwise bright tone. Make sure you only decorate the accent nails in these designs to avoid clustering. Also, did you notice the tiny blue dots giving a 3D appearance to the overall design?
18) Chrombré Swirls
The newest trend in town these days is the chrombré nail art. It is a pretty combination of chrome and ombré where manicurists mix and match two or more colors of chrome effect in an ombré fashion. And this is our take on this newest trend for you to recreate for the summer. This chrombré swirl nail art topped on a pastel mauve-ish purple shade will make you ready for your night parties. If your taste is not for warm and sunny colors, this design will add a bold yet feminine charm to your personality.
19) 3D Coquette Dew Drops
Did we talk about 3D nails already? Yes. Did we miss out on the coquette nails? Also, yes! But here we are before we finish. If you are a nail enthusiast, you surely have seen the craze for coquette nails already. The pink bow structures give those dreamy doll-like feels to our nails. And when we talk about summer, it isn’t always necessary to have bright and warm colors on our fingertips. This 3D gel coquette-themed nail design is what you should try for a unique look. Don’t miss out on the 3D dew drops and the soft croc print.
20) Ice Cream Art
Lastly, we cannot even imagine summers without ice creams! Bring those chilly melting desserts to your fingertips, quite literally, with this cute and blingy ice cream nail art. The level of creativity in this idea is commendable as the artist has used nail decals to create an ice cream cone. The melting gelatos on top make us go ‘aww’ as we can only think of ice cream flavors like strawberry, butterscotch, and blueberry! Try extra-long squoval press-ons with a milky base to recreate this design for cute summery nail art.
The Final Word
As the days grow longer and the sun shines brighter, your nails deserve to shine just as much. From vibrant colors to whimsical designs, these 20 summer nail ideas to welcome the warm weather offer something for everyone. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hosting a barbecue, or heading out for a tropical vacation, your nails can be the perfect accessory to complement your summer style.
Remember, summer is all about having fun and expressing yourself, so don’t be afraid to experiment with bold hues and playful patterns. Mix and match styles to create a look that’s uniquely yours, and let your nails be a canvas for your creativity. With these ideas at your fingertips, you’re ready to embrace the warmth and sunshine with a fresh, fashionable flair.
So, grab your favorite polish, get inspired, and let your nails make a splash this summer!
