Nothing says “summer” like a playful and colorful manicure, and we’ve found some of the best ones. The best part? You can do them yourself, as long as you’ve got a little bit of talent and a whole lot of patience. From adorable mini strawberries to sparkling bouquets of flowers — there’s something for everyone. So, get your polishes ready — here are some of the trendiest summer-inspired nail art ideas that you can DIY tonight.
Juicy Strawberry French Manicure
I’ve always been a fan of the classic French-tip manicure. However, why not add a juicy twist to it? Red-colored tips, combined with adorable strawberry details and a few daisies on the side, create the perfect summer manicure for the fashion-forward girly. All you need is a good base coat, red, white, and green polish, a top coat, and a precise nail brush. Remember, slow and steady wins the race — especially when we’re talking about nail art.
Golden Sunflowers
Sunflowers are my favorite flowers and the ultimate symbol of late summer days. So, why not add them to your manicure? While this isn’t a beginner-friendly design, you can always ask someone to help you out or simplify it. The added golden glitter particles give this nail art design a particularly elegant yet playful touch, perfectly matching any sundress in your wardrobe. Imagine the golden shimmer catching the sunlight as you sip a cool drink on a warm summer evening — pure perfection.
Colorful Flower Infusion
If you’re a fan of bright and vibrant colors, this is the option for you! The pop-art design, combined with neon colors and a neutral base, makes this look the ultimate summer manicure. It pairs perfectly with tanned skin and colorful bikinis. Plus, the design itself isn’t too hard to recreate, even if you aren’t particularly skilled in nail art. You don’t even need a specific brush for this; anything thin or pointy will do when it comes to creating these simple yet adorable flowers. The beauty of this manicure lies in its versatility — you can mix and match colors to suit your personal style or outfit of the day.
Yellow and White
If you want to keep it simple but still true to the summer theme, white and yellow is the way to go! Paired with a neutral base and simple details, this combination is perfect for someone who wants to play with color without anything too bright. The delicate flower details and yellow nail tips perfectly sum up summer vibes without overdoing it. Yellow also suits bronzy skin, so you’ll look like a summer goddess no matter where you go. All you need is a steady hand and a little bit of creativity to pull off this elegant design.
Fresh & Simple
Last but not least — my favorite from this list. I don’t know if it’s the almond shape, the perfectly neutral base color, the adorable pastel green tips, or the bubblegum pink flowers, but there’s just something about this manicure that speaks to me. It exudes early summer vibes, and I’m all here for it. It’s soft, romantic, yet trendy and fun. And if you don’t like the French tip, you can swap it out for a solid green nail color! This manicure is perfect for any occasion, from casual outings to more formal events.
