When summer hits, your nails deserve to shine just as much as your favorite
sundress or sandals. Whether you're lounging at the beach, heading to brunch,
or just vibing in the sun, the right summer nail designs can instantly
elevate your entire look. This year’s summer nail ideas are all about
color, creativity, and expressing your personality—from
cute summer nails to simple summer nails you can rock all
season long.
No matter your style, there's something in this list for everyone—summer ombre nails, vibrant neons, soft pastels, and even
trending summer nail colors you won’t want to miss. Let’s dive into
these dreamy looks that will make your next manicure pop.
25+ Summer Nail Designs You’ll Want to Try Now
1. Aura Nails
Dreamy, ethereal, and perfect for warm days—soft colorful glows that mimic
your summer energy.
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| simlynail |
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2. Butterflies & Lilies
Add a whimsical vibe with delicate butterfly and floral artwork in pastel
tones.
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| daily_charme |
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3. Candies Fun Summer
Sweet as sugar—bright, glossy hues that mimic your favorite summer candies.
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| bforbeautifulnails |
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4. Checkerboard Pastels
A retro vibe meets soft summer shades—perfectly bold and playful.
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| jus.taynails |
5. Fave Summer Shades
Mix all your go-to seasonal colors for a fun, mismatched mani.
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| amberjhnails |
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| meloo_nails |
6. Fishing Style
Think silvery scales, sea-inspired sparkles, and translucent blues.
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7. Floral Summer Nails
You can never go wrong with a floral moment—roses, daisies, or tropical
blooms.
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happynailsbyliliana
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| karin.nailedit |
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| latelier.deperle |
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| nailsandcolourss |
8. Fun French Tips
Classic French tips reimagined with bright colors, glitter, or squiggles.
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| magdula.es |
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| nailsbypaular |
9. Fruit Slice Accents
Lemon slices, watermelon prints, or kiwi details—fresh and juicy.
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| my.nailsbromsgrove |
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| nailboii |
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| naildreamnow |
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| naildreamnow |
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| nailsbycaroline |
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| nailsbycindyxo |
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| sansungnails |
10. Glitter Girls
Shimmer and shine with holographic or multicolored glitter polish.
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11. Hot Pink Chrome
Bold, reflective, and unapologetically loud—this one's for the statement
makers.
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| thenaillologist |
12. Ice Cream Drips
Drip art in pastel shades—perfectly cute and Insta-worthy.
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| pop_polished |
13. Minimal Dot Manicure
For the minimalist: clear or nude base with colorful micro dots.
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| nailsby_ayla |
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| pazybohomazy |
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| semilac |
14. Neon Pop Art
Channel comic book vibes with vivid colors, bold outlines, and fun icons.
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| glossy.studios |
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| norush.nailar |
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| paragonnails |
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| pegi_nai |
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planetglambeautystudio
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15. Ocean Beach
Blues, tans, and white waves give the illusion of sandy toes and salty air.
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| artbychandhu |
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| bees.knees.nails |
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| miaminailstudio |
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| nailsbyhallejo |
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| paiwaloves |
16. Ocean Marble
Swirls of sea-blue and white create a beautiful, beachy marble effect.
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17. Ombre Summer
Gradient blends from pink to orange, or blue to green—subtle but stunning.
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| amanda.doll |
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| nailartbydaisy |
18. Retro Smileys & Hearts
Throw it back with smiley faces, peace signs, and heart motifs in groovy
colors.
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| bees.knees.nails |
19. Summer Stripes
Horizontal or vertical—mix candy colors or go monochrome with brights.
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| barbrafeszyn |
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| beautybyles |
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| sl_yournailgal |
20. Summer Twist Beads
Add 3D beads, swirls, or textures for a unique take on
simple summer nails.
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| anouskaanastasia |
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| disseynails |
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| glossy.studio |
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| heygreatnails |
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| pop_polished |
21. Summer Yin-Yang
Balance good vibes with fun color-pairing in yin-yang shapes.
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22. Sunset Gradient Nails
Blend sunset hues—orange, pink, and purple—for a dreamy dusk-inspired mani.
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| sansungnail |
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| shaunimarianails |
23. Sweet Swirls
Trendy curved lines in bright colors that feel light and playful.
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| heygreatnails |
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| setsbysaba |
24. Tiny Flamingos
Tropical and cheeky—tiny flamingo decals or painted accents bring the fun.
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| mariabionails |
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| nailsbydan_scg |
25. Tropical Leaf Print
Think banana leaves or monstera patterns over neutral or colorful bases.
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| barbrafeszyn |
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| janaxxnails |
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| nailsbykms |
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26. Tropical Summer Mix
A mash-up of palm trees, ocean blues, and fruity shades for the ultimate vacay
mani.
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| amity.nailss |
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| helen_zeng_nai |
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| norush.nailart |
Tips for Choosing Your Summer Nail Look
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Keep it Bright: Summer is the time to go bold. Don’t be
afraid of color.
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Mix Textures: Combine matte and gloss or add in chrome and
glitter.
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Experiment with Length: These designs work on both short
and long nails.
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Go Seasonal: Match your mani to your wardrobe or upcoming
vacation plans.
Final Thoughts
Whether you're looking for simple summer nails or want to play with
summer ombre nails and bold trending summer nail colors,
these designs offer a perfect way to show off your style this season. So grab
your favorite shades, pick your fave design from this list, and get ready to
turn heads with your next mani.
Which design are you dying to try first?
