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Summertime Nail Trends You Can't Live Without

Feeling festive and free for summertime? Then you’re gonna want to check out these beautiful seasonal nail colors and styles ASAP! What better way is there to honor the hottest time of year than by rocking the even hotter nail trends?


From Sunset Ombre two-tones to simple Butter Yellow, these seasonal shades are sure to garner tons of compliments from friends and even passing strangers. You’ll look ah-mazing in these summer colors that are super-stunning, you’ll honestly want to break the rules and wear them all year round. (Sorry, not sorry!)

Adopting the precise shade that suits your unique personality and style is a fantastic form of self-expression, so be sure you pick the shade that feels most natural to you.

From maxilmalist, attention-grabbing hues, to more stripped-back and elegant minimalist shades, this list explores the infinite stylish colors and tones.

Let’s take a look at some of the nail trends we’re most amped about for Summer 2024.

Sherbet Orange

@essie

Replying to @☆Hannah☆ wait for it, it’s called ‘gilded galaxy’ for a reason ✨💫 @Aja Walton #nailinspo #summernails

Popularized by the style icon herself, Ms. Selena Gomez, Sherbet Orange nails is guaranteed to turn heads. Rather than going for the usual pink or nude shades, why not go with a color that truly pops?

Sherbet Orange mimics the delectable icy confection that we all know and love — a divine frozen summertime treat. It’s the ideal color for folks who favor bold *statement* shades, as opposed to something nude or muted.

Sure, you’re free to wear this shade any time of year, but it’s most suitable for the hotter months, which prioritizes hot and bold colors.

Bright Neon Green

@nailsbydasiab

💚🐍💚🐍💚 - this green is giving !!!!! A perfect color for the summer . (NEON GREEN) #dasiab #njnailtech #njnails #shortnails #viral #viralnails

Like Sherbet Orange, Bright Neon Green is all the rage this summer. This statement look highlights your daring, one-of-a-kind personality.

Ballet Pink

@whoisskimmm

DND 601 BALLET PINK 💅🏼 #dndgelpolish #fyp #selfcare #pink #beauty #gelnails

Want to exude class? You can do so effortlessly with the beautiful Ballet Pink Nude. This timeless shade oozes elegance and femininity without even trying and will never go out of style. Plus, it goes well with any outfit, so it’s a total win-win.

If you want to delve into your “clean girl” era with an extra side of loveliness, look no further than this simple yet immaculate shade.

Butter Yellow

@monicaseetharam

the nail girlies have spoken… butter yellow it is 🧈🌟🫶 #nailsart #promnails #weddingnails #engagementnails #gelmanicure #jewelrytour #goldjewelry

Keep it flirty, bubbly, and fun, with Butter Yellow nails. This trendy shade is super adorable, and such an approachable hue. People will see this nail color on you, and instantly feel at ease by your friendly presence.

After all, studies prove that simply looking at the color yellow can lead to feelings of happiness… So, go ahead and make someone’s day with this sunny yellow shade!

Cherry Blossom

@oliveandjune

The cutest little cherry blossom nail art you can easily recreate at home with minimal tools. 🌸🌸 #oliveandjune #nails #diynails #nailart #diynailart #easynailart #haileybiebernails #nailarttutorial

This recent nail trend combines beauty and artistry, by carefully using a dotting tool to mimick Cherry Blossoms. While these delicate flowers may not be in bloom during the summer season, this unique nail art is everlasting. Feeling bold? Let your girly-girl flag fly with this ultra-feminine design.

Ocean Nails

@heygreatnails

🌊🐚 ocean inspired nails for summer days on the beach 🫧 *products used are linked on my amzn in the bio _____ *affiliate #oceannails #seashellnails #waternails #summernails #summernailinspo #bluenails #3dnails cute nail art inspo , almond nails , nail art tutorial, pearl nails , vacation nails

For all you maximalist girlies out there, check out this refreshing ocean nail design. If you’re feeling adventurous, try out these gorgeous designs that are simply perfect for endless sun-soaked days spent splashing around in the surf or lying out on the beach.

This unique design echoes elements of the shore as well as the deepest depths of the ocean. Although this one might take a while to truly master, it’s clearly well-worth the wait.

Melted Popsicle

@barnettk13

#fyp #foryou #foryoupage #nails #summernails #nailinspo #spring #springnails

Melted Popsicle — which features this seasonal treat as it’s melting — is an awesome nail choice because it simply screams summertime.

Using warm shades that are reminiscent of all your favorite flavors, try it in bright orange, cherry red, or sherbert pink. This festive look will carry you through the season.

Farmer’s Market

@lightslacquer

recreating hailey bieber’s farmer’s market nails 🍅🫐🌽🍒🥕 @Zola @Hailey Bieber products used: clueless, bikini bottoms, that’s the ticket, barry, raphael, leonardo, lady in red, limoncello, head in the clouds, everlasting gobstopper, hide the rum!, & totally gelly. #summernails #haileybiebernails #fruitnails #nailartvideos #nailartinspo #nailtrends #farmersmarket

Popularized by the queen of nail trends, Hailey Beiber, Farmer’s Market nails are a terrific choice for all you ladies who like to keep it quirky. If you want to step outside the box and do things a little differently this time around, be sure to flash these nails scattered with itty-bitty versions of farmer’s market items.

Whether you use nail stickers or intricately drawn nail art, you can draw on all your favorite farmer’s market items like freshly picked apples, a bunch of grapes, or succulent peaches. Whatever you’d like! Now's your chance to truly break from the norm and get creative.

It may not be the most conventional look, but we’re low-key obsessed with this summertime nail trend. After all, normal is bland, so take a leap and have some fun with Farmer’s Market.

Pastel Tips

Pastel Tips is a spectacular nail trend because it blends minimalism and maximalism for an array of glowing colors that are impossible to ignore.

I’m personally obsessed with this look, simply due to how eccentric it is. Whether you want to keep the pastel tips the same color or switch it up per finger, the choice is entirely up to you.

On-trend tips we’re seeing right now are Seafoam Ballet, Pink, Mint Green, and a sumptuous Lilac.

Sunset Ombre

@lightslacquer

how to create sunset ombre nails 🧡🩷 products used: hide the rum! + hot stuff + coney island + so over it #ombrenails #springnails #summernails #trendynails #orangenails #pinknails

And, last but certainly not least, we have Sunset Ombre, which combines all sky’s stunning colors to replicate peak golden hours. This nail trend celebrates all the warm colors, such as Hot Pink, Bright Orange, and Mellow Yellows.

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