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7 hottest nail trends for summer

Summer is fast approaching and this season is the perfect time to add bright colors and fun designs to your everyday looks! If you’re looking for the best nail trends for summer, you’ve come to the right place.

Below are the main trends we can expect this summer. So scroll down to find the trend (or trends) you rock in the summer!

1. Butter yellow

Butter yellow is already a hot color and one of the best pastel colors to wear this spring! And there are no signs of slowing down when it comes to this bright, golden shade, so the butter nail trend is set to be huge this summer.

I love this shade as a vibrant addition to any ensemble. It’s a great choice for beach days and tropical getaways and goes well with any aesthetic. I recommend butter yellow Frenchies with a chrome finish for an elegant look. Alternatively, you can opt for floral motifs, gemstone accents and swirling details for a playful summer vibe.

2. 3D art and accents

Next on this list of summer nail trends are 3D accents and nail art. Cosmo and Elle respectively named puffy nail art and 3D stickers as nail trends to expect this summer.

We’ve already seen a rise in these three-dimensional designs, with charm details, pearl accents, crystal embellishments and 3D art becoming increasingly popular in recent months. Now these bold details will dominate the nail world come summer. Whether you love fairy core, mermaid-inspired nails, cute coquette or timeless designs – 3D details are perfect for upgrading your mani!

3. Green chrome

If Rush it says: “green chrome nails are slowly but surely taking over.”

Green has always been a summer shade, from emerald to kiwi to lime green! Since this season is associated with nature, growth and abundance, it makes sense that all shades of green would suit a summer mani. But this year, a chrome finish will give this color a bold and modern feel.

And green chrome can go in any direction, making it perfectly versatile. I think brighter shades of green are great for a fun summer outfit, while soft or deep shades of green add an extra dimension to your look. Moreover, you can choose a simple design (such as a classic mani or timeless French tips) or play with floral nail art, swirl details or ocean-inspired accents for a bolder aesthetic.

4. Milky neutrals

For timeless, trendy, simple nails: neutral milky manicures are the best choice this summer. Milky neutrals have recently been spotted on some of fashion’s most iconic women, meaning this already popular nail aesthetic will be the best choice for minimal and trendy nails.

Some neutral shades we can expect include nude or nude pink, peach, white, cream, beige and greige. I love pairing milky neutrals with elegant ensembles to achieve the ever-popular old-world aesthetic. Still, I recommend adding gold foil, gemstone details or subtle French tips to spice up this design for a playful summer look.

5. Pearly finishes

It’s summer the season for ocean-inspired looks – that’s why pearly finishes on manicures are having a moment this summer!

If you ask me, this summer nail trend is the perfect mix of elegant, cool and playful. A pearly finish is so gorgeous and sophisticated and definitely adds a mermaid core vibe to any summer outfit.

I love the swirling details we see in pearl nail designs, but you can also keep it sleek and simple with a shimmering white pearl manicure, as shown at right. This minimal mermaid core look is a must-try for a summer wedding or special event. While the designs with color and fun accents are great for pool days!

6. Cherry nail art

Fruit nail art and summer go together like peanut butter and jelly. Cherries are the fruits to show off!

Dainty yet vibrant red cherries add some serious feminine charm to any outfit, so I recommend choosing a mani like this for a summer barbecue, a pool day with friends, or a beach date with your SO.

And while cherry nail art is always classic, I love the modern and glamorous twist of opting for red gemstone details instead of nail polish.

7. Dripped French Tips

Dripped French tips drip with elegance and style. According to Cosmo, dripping Frenchies are the modern and trendy take on this old classic, and everything from bright metallics to bold rainbow shades are perfect for summer.

I recommend opting for neutral tones or metallic tones for an elevated look that will complement any summer ensemble. But vibrant shades are a great choice to add a pop of color or as a playful mani for a summer event.

Whether you choose green chrome or milky neutral nails, these nail trends will have you summer-ready and in style!

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