The Best Summer Nails Ideas For 2024

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It’s almost summer, and we all are already feeling so excited to see all the new fashion trends that will reign this season! And besides all the gorgeous clothes and shoes fevers that are yet to come, we should not leave the beauty trends aside.

I think that nails are one of the most fun parts of my looks. I always love choosing the color and style I will use and absolute love the artistic therapy I experience when doing them. And, happily, one of the beauty trends that are looking really promising for the summer are those for the nails.

Juli Rusell, Sally Beauty’s DIY nail expert, said in an interview to Glamour that green nails, aura nails, and colored chrome nails are some trends to look out for this summer.

Moreover, it is noticeable that lighter colors are in for the summer, as they’ve been taking over social media and the past Spring/Summer runway shows.

If you want top-tier nail inspo for the summer, I’ve got you covered. In this post, I’ll fill you in about the 15 biggest nail trends for this season. Prepare to fall in love!

1. Vibrant Green

As Juli Rusell declared, the green nail trend is going to be one of the biggest this summer. Green is beautiful in all shades, but I would definitely go with a vibrant green this season.

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2. Mermaid Nails

As I mentioned in the summer accessories post, the mermaid aesthetic is totally in for this summer! Expect to see seashells, starfish, and pearls everywhere, including in nail art.

This is probably my favorite trend for the season. Whether you would love to go above and beyond with super detailed mermaid nails or prefer a more subtle look, I think you should definitely try this one.

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3. Pearl Nails

The pearl nails are an ideal choice if you want to embrace the mermaid aesthetic in a more subtle way.

4. Seashell Design

Also embracing the mermaid aesthetic, seashell nails are super good to bet on this summer. I absolute love these nails because they’re so cute, unique, and elegant.

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5. Aura Nails

Juli Rusell said that aura nails are also in for this season. This beautiful and colorful nail style has been trending since spring and doesn’t seem like it will wear off for the summer.

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6. Chrome Nails

Another trend that Juli Rusell pointed out are the chrome nails. Whether solid or multicolored, these eye-catching nails are going to steal the scene this summer!

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7. Chrome French Tip

Another alternative for those who love chrome nails: try it in the French style. I find French tip chrome nails super cool and modern!

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8. Tropical Style

Also, one of my favorite trends of the summer is tropical nails. Super fun and creative, these cute nails with tropical art are definitely a must-try for this season.

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According to Pinterest data, searches for “watermelon nails” have gone up by 200% this month!

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9. Baby Blue

In contrast to last summer’s neon fever, this year softer colors will dominate this season. Always remining ourselves of the beautiful color of the summer sky, baby blue nails are a super good choice for this summer.

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10. Pastel Yellow

Still talking about the rise of softer colors, pastel yellow is also an excellent (and super cute) nail color choice for the summer.

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11. Colored French

The colored French nails are one of my favorite summer nail styles. With a super fun and beachy look, this nail style truly embodies the season.

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12. White Nails

White is going to be one of the main fashion trends for this summer, so we’ll likely be wearing it on our nails as well. Calm, pure, and elegant, white nails are an excellent option for the season.

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13. Neutral Nails

A good option for those who love white nails but want to try something different are neutral nails. Often in colors like beige, soft brown, and cream, these nails are also very elegant and chic.

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14. Colored Sparkles

Beautiful and dazzling, colorful sparkle nails are a super good choice for the summer. Shine bright!

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15. Cute Drawings

The last summer nail idea of the list are the ones with cute and colorful drawings. I absolutely love these nail styles because they are super fun and totally embody the summer essence.

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You’ve reached the end of the post! Now that you’ve been filled in with the biggest nail trends for summer 2024, finding a style to wear won’t be a problem. Nail it this season!

Thanks for reading!

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