32 Gorgeous Summer Nail Ideas & Color Trends

Hey there, are you looking for chic summer nail ideas and trends?

Great!

You’re in the right spot!

In this collection you will find everything from summery bright colors to gorgeous neutrals.

All with fun and creative details that will keep people asking… ‘where did you get those done?!’

For more information about a particular nail design idea, follow the source links directly below the images.

Let’s get to it!

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#1) Bright Coral Summer Nail Idea

Source: Le Manoir

Bright coral nails instantly scream summer style.

This timeless shade looks great with everything, a perfect summer nail style.

#2) Marbled Summer Nails

Source: Sansungnails Instagram

This gorgeous opaque nail design with marbled summer colors is just stunning.

It’s iridescent shimmer adds extra dimension to the muted colors for a classy look.

#3) Pretty Pink Chrome Summer Nail Idea

Source: @_by_shelley

Chrome nails look incredible during the summer months.

This pretty soft pink shade picks up purply pearl undertones too ~ gorgeous.

#4) Unique Ombre Fade Summe Nail Idea

Source: @nailsbeauty.999

This creative pastel pink to blue nail fade is a fun summer twist on an original ombre fade.

Instead of adding each nail, consider a middle finger transition point that changes colors ~ how creative!

#5) Yellow Summer Nails Design Idea

Source: The Trend Spotter

Yellow may not be the first color you think of when picking out summer nail designs.

However, it totally works and really accents tan summer skin especially the pretty pastel yellow colors.

I also love this glitter accent nail ~ so cute!

#6) Classic French Tip Nails With A Summer Twist

Source: Thehotblend Instagram

These gorgeous and understated summery nails are bright white and summery fresh.

I love the flower detailing on the index finger alongside solid white on the pinky and thumb.

 #7) Watermelon Summer Nail Idea

Twinkled T posted this fresh and fun nails design!

I was thinking this would be a fun one to recreate at home with my pastel gel colors.

The only thing I’ll need is a small nail art brush to pain on the watermelon seeds!

#8) Colored French Tip Nail Design Idea

I am so in love with colored french tips like these pretty pink nails from Beautiful Dawn Designs.

French tip your fingers in your favorite bright summery colors, and have your toes done to match!

So pretty.

#9) Peachy Pink Chrome Summer Nails

Source: @kirakayebeautystudio

This warm orangey pink nail color really pops with a chrome finish.

Perfect against tan fingers (or toes) you can’t go wrong with this summer nail color.

#10) Beautiful Bright Blue Summer Nail Idea

Source: YZ

Bold bright blue is another fun an expected summer nail color.

This bold blue really pops and works well over the 4th of July too!

#11) Modern Angle Summer Nail Idea

Paint Box showcases this unique and edgy summer nail idea.

I absolutely love the color combo, and the sharp angled colors.  

If you’re wondering how you (or your nail artist) can execute this design.

You’ll be amazed at what you can create with a small angled brush and a little acetone to help clean up and straighten the edges.

#12) Simple Summer Shimmer Nail Design Idea

Source: Heluviee Instagram

I just love a classic neutral nail that goes with literally everything!

These summer nails are just that, are look great on any nail shape or length.

#13) Gorgeous Pink Orange Summer Nail Color

Cupcake Polish showcases this gorgeous orangey pink summer nail polish.

I’m so in love with this color!

#14) Beach Vibes Summer Nail Design Idea

Source: @Jemmag_the_cabin

These gorgeous neutral nails have a milky white base and summer beach accents.

Perfect for a destination trip, or summer time vibes this creative twist on a French manicure is fabulous.

#15) Pastel Ombre Summer Nail Idea 

Beauty Nails Clip shows this absolutely gorgeous ombre nail design idea!

I have no idea how to DIY this design, but i’m guessing any savvy nail technician will. 😉

#16) Classic Bright Pink Summer Manicure

A classic never dies, like these gorgeous hot pink nails from Kokoist USA!

I love the modern almond shape, and the pretty florescent hot pink color.

#17) Trendy Side Swipe Summer Nail Idea

I’m calling these fun trendy nails from Indie’s Beauty Room the side swipe nail.

Love the creative design, and fading orange/yellow colors.

#18) Pretty In Pink Rainbow Nail Design Idea 

These trendy nails that I found on Pinterest were at the very top of my feed!

I love the easy design and simple accent on the ring and pinky finger.

So cute!

#19) Summer Metallic Chrome Nail Idea

Source: Jully’s Place

These gorgeous chrome nails are blended pink/purple design color.

The high gloss chrome shine is perfect for summer and helps the coordinate with nearly everything.

#20) Angled Bold Summer Nail Idea

Etsy Seller Wonderlilies is responsible for this fun and summery geometric nail design!

This would look great in any combination or summer hue.

#21) Beach Ready Shimmery Ombre Nail Design

Source: Nail_sunny Instagram

Here is another gorgeous muted summer nail idea.

The soft pastel colors look incredible in an ombre fade that allows for a shimmery top coat and classy feel.

#22) Simple Sparkle Summer Nail Idea

I love the simplicity of this design from Bav Sienna Nails.

The light green color is so fresh and fun and the lightly glittered tips are the perfect touch.

#23) Summery Color Block Neon Micro French Nail Idea

Source: @thenailboxxchi

The bright neon color of these short block nails are perfect for summer!

The thin micro French detailing, also in a bold color gives them that extra interest and detailing for a cute and custom look.

#25) Subtle Summer Swoosh Nail Design Idea 

This nail design from Nails Magazine might be my favorite of the bunch!

I love the subtle summer colors and the flowing design!

#25) Neon Rainbow Summer Nail Idea

Nothing says summer like these beautiful bright nails from Chaylor & Mads.

I love all of the florescent polishes and the glitter detail!

#26) Bright White Summer Nails Idea

These classic white summer nails from Dorottya Nail Salon are just perfect!

I rock white nails A LOT, and love how they coordinate with everything and still give a fresh summery look.

#27) Bright Summer Magenta Nail Design Idea

Source: @PaintBoxNails

#28) Teal Fade Summer Nail Design Idea

Mart.Maart posted these gorgeous detailed teal nails.

I love the stenciled detailing that fades to light toward the end.

But even if you can’t do this, they would look awesome without the intricate stenciling!

#29) Tiny Chrome French Tip Summer Nail Design

Source: @Glamertized

#30) Peach and Lime Summer Nail Idea

Are these summer nails from Taryn’s Nails gorgeous, or what?

I love this beautiful color combo and the detailing in the middle is so impressive!

#31) Peach Chrome Summer Nail Design

Source: Nail_Sunny Instagram

Chrome nails look incredible, and are perfect for summer when in a light and bright shade.

These soft pinky peach chrome nails are beyond gorgeous, and pair perfectly with a summer tan.

#32) Summer Sunshine Ombre Nails Design

Source: @Melanated.mani

These gorgeous summer nails remind me of a summer sunset.

Bright yellow that fades to orange looks incredible against sun kissed skin with a bright summer style.

Happy Summer Nail Designing!

I hope you found some nail designs you love and can sport this summer!

If you didn’t find what you are looking for, you might want to take a peek at these cute and trendy spring nails designs as well.

They are full of bright and fresh colors as well that would work well for the summer months too. 🙂

Cheers for now my friends! 

<3 Ang