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Having Memorial Day on our radar screen means one thing: summertime!
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And nothing goes better with summerswhite jeansthan cute summer nails.
As for whats trending for summer 2024?
She also points to aura nails andmulticolored chromeas nail trends to watch for.
Expect to see mermaid- and fairy-inspired looks likeseashell nailsall summer long.
Scroll on for the summer nails that weve been double-tapping, and get ready to screenshot.
Glowing Green
Russells absolute top pick for summer 2024 nail trends is bright green nails.
Bright, neon greens and chartreuse shades will be replacing neon pink summer manis this year.
As for how to DIY?
TheIn the Limelight Gelazecolor by China Glaze, available at Sally Beauty, is almost identical to HBs manicure.
Its electric but fresh, and boy, does it make your tan pop, Russell says.
A pastel shade that falls between canary and beige, butter yellow is everywhere right now.
French Jell-O
French Jell-O nails are going to be very trendy this summer, says Russell.
The sheer jelly base color gives a soft wash of color to your natural nails, making it ultrawearable.
Paired with a classic French tip in a coordinating color, this design is playful yet sophisticated.
The trick to getting the perfect Jell-O manicure is in the base color.
Mix thoroughly and apply to your nail with a square nail-art brush.
Celebrity nail artistKim Truongcreated this low-key lime green look for singer-songwriter Ella Mai.
Fortunately,Selena Gomez resurrected the trend, meaning we get to enjoy white nails all summer long.
One fun way to rock the look is to alternate patterns in varying neutrals, as seen here.
Her favorite shade to DIY isFreshly Cut Nail Lacquercolor by Morgan Taylor.
It’s the perfect shade to be on par with this trend, she says.
Not ready for a full-blown olive-green manicure?
Ease into it with a summery mix-and-match design.
The blending technique for this method uses acosmetic sponge.
Overlap your colors so they blend, and then sponge it onto your nail.
With its edgy yet surprisingly wearable appeal, baby-blue chrome adds a futuristic flair to your fingertips.
Achieving this look is easier than you think, making it perfect for DIY enthusiasts.
Russell suggests pairing theMagic Mirror Chrome Powder Mintwith theBlue Moon Gel Polishby ASP.
you’ve got the option to easily recreate the look withpeach nail decals.
One fun way to elevate the look?
Mix pops of color and decorate with butterflies.
You might as well tell your mom youll meet her after school at Claires.
Delicate Florals
Fronce says her clients are also asking forsoft bridalfloral vibes for the season.
Its the perfect way to to wear a design without it feeling too over-the-top.
Emerald Aesthetic
Another fun way to wear a deep green mani?
Opt for shades of emerald and combine checkers with peace signsor any pattern of your choice.
And its not that hard to DIY!
All you need is adotting tooland a steady hand to create the cow-print design.
This teal and purple metallic combo is the best of both worlds.
In bold red and pink, they feel particularly summer-ready.
Cartoon Clouds
Cloud nails may have beentrending this winter, but they give us total summer vibes.
Unlike the more stylized clouds that were popping off, these cartoony clouds are totally DIY-able.
All you need is a goodart brushand the perfect opaque white (tryOrly French Tips).
Were expecting to see the softer style everywhere this summer.
Bright Stars
A cluster of neon stars will make you feel beach-ready in seconds.
Mixed Checkerboards
ICYMI,checkered nailsare a major front-runner as the coolest summer nail designs this year.
Were particularly into this multicolor set.
Butterflies
These dainty butterflies will remind you of sunny days ahead.
(If you cant DIY them, trythese stickersinstead.)
70s Swirls
Graphic yet simple nail art will be your best friend this summer.
Give it a retro vibe with earthy, mustard-toned neutrals likePaintboxs Like Lush + Like Flora Power Couple.
Monotone Matte
Lovemismatched nailsbut want something a little more sophisticated?
Go for different shades of the same color and add a matte topcoat for a luxe velvet feel.
Doing a different shade on each hand only ups the coolness.
Or, head to your salon and get gel nails for that super-shiny effect.
Shimmering Swirls
Negative space and holographic polish are a truly magical combination.
Mismatched Hands
Want something fun but cant wield an art brush?
Try one vivid color on your right hand and a another on your left.
The hearts are cute, too, but not necessary to make this look.
Rainbow Mani
A gradient of summer nail colors is never a bad idea.
Color Melt
Feels so hot you could melt?
Take that vibe to your mani with melting, swirly tips.
Tiny Butterflies
How cute are these itty-bitty butterflies?
Pastels with a pop of bright pink transition perfectly from spring into true summer.
All That Glitters
The easiest high-impact, low-effort manicure?
A full-on glitter (Paintboxmakes some of our favorites.)
The best part of this bright French manicure?
Starburst Mani
This eye-catching nail design is so cute and nostalgic.
Strawberry Nails
Have you seen anything sweeter?
Try Essie inRock the RunwayandWatermelonfor the berries andOff Tropicfor the leaves.
For this look, nail artistKim Truongused OPIs nail color inI Just Cant Cope-acabana.
The New French
Its back, baby.
Almond tips look so pretty on both natural and acrylic nails.
Mixed Mani
Heres another great option for the indecisive!
Checkerboard Tips
Channel your favoriteLisa Says Gahtop with these groovy checkered tips.
Sticker-Book Nails
Remember your favoritesticker bookin elementary school?
Treat your nails the same way for the cutest throwback mani around.
Dainty Florals
You dont need to have a green thumb to appreciate these tiny daisies.
Use a toothpick or the end of a bobby pin for perfectly symmetrical dots.
Iridescent Ombre
Make an opalescent polish even more magical by graduating the intensity.
Nail artist Betina Goldstein used the discontinued Essie in Tiers of Joy to get the look above.
TryEssie You Do Bluefor a similar effect.
Emoji Hearts
Take your favorite emoji from your screen to your nails with some simple sequins.
Amazon is full ofspecialty shapes.
Drop of Gold
Spice up your go-to bright with a subtle gold stud.
Double French
These stacked French tips have twice the impact.
Hint of Neon
Afraid of full-on neon?
This subtle neon stripe is the perfect way to ease into the trend.
Confetti Nails
For a party on your nails, accent your middle three fingers with bright dots.
Try Olive & June Nail Polish inGrateful & Kindfor your base, andJin Soon Daisyfor confetti made easy.
Floating Hearts
Crisp black-and-white and negative space keeps tiny hearts from being too sweet.
Orange Dream
This bright orange shade on Addison Rae makes for the perfect nails for summer.
Bright Blooms
Sunny yellow puts a summery twist on classic florals.
Neon Splashes
A drizzle ofneon polishacross bare nails is a cool take on the brights trend.
Blue Tips
Up the contrast of a classic French with bright blue tips and an off-white base.
Shorter nails make the whole thing look even cooler.
Cute Stickers
Spice up your mani with cute stickers like these lemonade ones.
We loveOlive & JuneandDeco Miamifor the coolest stickers.
Make any color mani look way cooler by getting an airbrush aura design.
