11 Nail Art Designs that are Perfect for your Summer Manicure
Negative space
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Seasonal negative space manicures are popular. Short-nail wearers who wish to stand out prefer elegant, discreet designs. Multiple redesigns minimize boredom.
Rose quartz
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Instagarm influencers like rose quartz mani. Consider translucent white veins and soft pink ombre. A popular fad is Himalayan Rock Salt Nails. Easy to make at home.
Holographic chrome
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Metal goes holographic this summer. Iridescent powder affects polish gloss, thus accuracy important. Ellement Co. founder Minash Bablani says, “Chrome is a metallic, reflective, fine pigment.
Floral nail art design
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Spring is here—are flowers far behind? Simple hand-painted patterns, pressed flowers, and flowery manicure wraps are available. The base color should match your natural nail for simplicity.
Glitter Nail
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Gold flakes on your fingertips update your glitter look without going out of style. Genuine glitter only? Make an accent nail or ends shine with glitter paint.
Oil spill
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As the name implies, an oil slick manicure appears like a rainbow-colored oil layer on water. Paint tiny blue, purple, and green blobs on black nails.
Two-toned
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Two-tone or color block nail art is popular. A beginner DIY, apply a coat of your favorite solid color and paint the points in another color in your desired form.
French pastel
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For a traditional manicure, try summer pastels. Use complementary colors and negative space to dot your nails with pinks, blues, yellows, and marine greens.
Framed
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Manicurists and beauty bloggers have framed nails. A thin line of polish or nail appliqué borders the center, which can be ornate or basic depending on your frame.
Muted geometric design
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Crystals, pearls, and rhinestones don't always complicate nail art. Maybe draw lovely lines on pale pink. Many Instagrammers, including Allure editor-in-chief Michelle Lee.
3D embellishment
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Minimalists like 3D jewel-encrusted metallic appliqués, stick-on diamonds, and nail jewelry. None are more high-maintenance.