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22 Summer Nail Colors You're About To See Everywhere

Get ahead of the trend.

By Chelsea Burns and Katrina Mitzeliotis
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Christine Giordano

No matter when the warm summer weather arrives in your city, you can get a head start on welcoming it with some fresh nail polish. While your summer wardrobe can't be debuted until the temps rise, your nails can offer you a pick-me-up until then. Summer nail polish is a personal preference but something bright and cheery is always a good idea.

Whether you want to mix it up from your usual or you just need some inspiration, nail artist Monique Magnaye weighs in. She says that when clients are unsure what color to go with she likes to point them towards greens "because green always seems to have a quality that is grounding and also welcomes abundance." Her most favorite shade for summer as of late has been pistachio. Other shades she loves: vibrant chartreuse, light purple, and butter yellow.

On the flip slide, nail artist Christine Doan loves to have fun with her summer nails and opts for sheer, shimmery shades—reminiscent of jelly shoes—as well as color changing options.

It might not be swimsuit season just yet, but you can still get ready for summer by embracing one of these bold new nail trends. Turn your fingertips into the main attraction with these show-stopping summer nail color trends you’ll want to start wearing ASAP.

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CND Chance Taker Vinylux

Chance Taker Vinylux
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CND Chance Taker Vinylux

$9 at sleeknail.com

Not quite purple, not quite blue, this in between shade is soft enough to not be distracting but fun and different from your usual go-to pink hue. Doesn't it make you want to say ommmm?

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Pear Nova Lemon Drop Logic

Lemon Drop Logic
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Pear Nova Lemon Drop Logic

Nothing says summer like a bright, bold yellow hue. Can you say hello, sunshine?!

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ORLY Kitsch You Later

Kitsch You Later
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ORLY Kitsch You Later

This muted orange is giving off those retro 70s vibes that will go perfect with that floral summer sun dress you've been waiting to pull out of the closet. 

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NAILS INC. Time For A Reset

Time For A Reset
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NAILS INC. Time For A Reset

Coral for summer nails? Groundbreaking. No, it's nothing new but it's tried and true and still very much on trend. This one in particular uses a 73% plant-based formula and swapped out the usual plastic cap for a more sustainable wooden one instead. 

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Kiara Sky BUBBLE

BUBBLE
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Kiara Sky BUBBLE

"The theatrics, the drama, this girl deserves an Oscar -- truly.  Let me tell you when the cyan changes to a crisp white, JAW DROPS. The first time I used this I painted some white clouds over it and to just see it disappear into warm waters was like watching a magic show (lol, I know.. I'm three). This is great for mismatched manis that will probably come into trend again, we love a multi-faceted girl!" -  Christine Doan

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Sinful Colors Blue/Green

Blue/Green
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Sinful Colors Blue/Green

Keep your nails zen with this eucalyptus inspired shade. And if that weren't enough—it's also scented like eucalyptus. Say it with me: Aaaaahhhh. 

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essie Not Red-y for Bed

Not Red-y for Bed

And if you're still more of a neutral lover, this easy-going peach tone is a good staple for all skin tones and occasions. 

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Zoya Missy

Missy

On the flip side, it would be hard to stay in a bummer mood with this bubblegum pink hue staring back at you.

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Ciaté Sweet Blush

Sweet Blush
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Ciaté Sweet Blush

Another sustainable pick, this plant pots collection from Ciaté is made from recycled glass and recyclable cap. Plus, this neutral blush hue works all year 'round. 

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Kiara Sky DON'T BE JELLY

DON'T BE JELLY
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Kiara Sky DON'T BE JELLY

"The 90s kid in me sings whenever I use this color after the summer sand is finally warm enough between my toes.  Reminiscent of the glittery jelly shoes we all had at one point in time (I think you know which ones I'm talking about), dense or fine glitter on top of this shade is just *chef's kiss*.  I also like to pair it with fun lemon painted nail art or pastel grid lines to give it some flair." - Christine Doan

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Sally Hansen Mint to Be

Mint to Be
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Sally Hansen Mint to Be

Follow Monique's lead with this groovy green pick.

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Olive & June Bright & Focused

Bright & Focused
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Olive & June Bright & Focused

If that bright yellow above was a little too bold, try this more muted shade of sunshine.

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Kiss Cajun Shrimp imPRESS Color X OPI Press-On Manicure

Cajun Shrimp imPRESS Color X OPI Press-On Manicure
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Kiss Cajun Shrimp imPRESS Color X OPI Press-On Manicure

Cajun Shrimp from OPI is possibly the unofficial nail polish shade of summer and now it comes in press-on form so you can score a fresh mani in minutes without the salon.

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VETRO NO. 19 GEL PODS - 305 Electric Red **

VETRO NO. 19 GEL PODS - 305 Electric Red **
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VETRO NO. 19 GEL PODS - 305 Electric Red **

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"Perfect all year round but even more fitting during the summer heat!  It's a well rounded blend of neon, coral and red all in one -- I've used this on all ranges of skin tone and it never fails. If bright and neon could be considered a neutral, this color would be the last one standing. The viscosity is medium so whether you're detailing nail art or painting the nail full coverage, the buttery texture is a hit for novice or advanced enthusiasts." - Christine Doan

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LE VERNIS Melody

Melody
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LE VERNIS Melody

Dreaming of the ocean or a resort getaway? Channel those blue waters with this soothing tone from Chanel.

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Emilie Heathe Emma

Emma
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Emilie Heathe Emma

This light lavender is perfection for the transition from spring to summer. 

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JINsoon Dotty

Dotty
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JINsoon Dotty

Having a hard time picking just one color? Show off a slew of summery shades with this cool confetti that’s bound to stand out. If you've been waiting to wear confetti nails ever since you saw them on the runway at Anna Sui, now's the time to embrace the trend.

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Smith & Cult Fosse Fingers

Fosse Fingers
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Smith & Cult Fosse Fingers

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This bronze hue is bound to take the metallic trend to the next level. You won’t want to hit the beach without this hot hue on your feet, trust.

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JINsoon Nail Polish Tweety

Tweety
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JINsoon Nail Polish Tweety

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Yellow nails offered up an unexpected twist at the Alice + Olivia show, and you'll love the way you can infuse some sunshine vibes into your look (even if you’re stuck at your desk all day).

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ZOYA Nail Polish Tallulah

Tallulah
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ZOYA Nail Polish Tallulah

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Blue nails make a bold statement, offering up a nice alternative to typical summer shades.

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Chelsea Burns

Chelsea Burns is the Beauty Director for Women’s Health and has been writing in the beauty and wellness space for over six years with her work appearing in Real Simple, Health, Fitness, and Byrdie.com. She’s an expert at testing products and is always on the hunt for the best tinted moisturizer.

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