40 Gorgeous Summer Nail Designs For Your Next Manicure

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Summer is the time of year where I really experiment with my nails. I embrace the warm weather and carefree attitude of Summer. When else are you really going to wear a bold, bright manicure with a bathing suit or Summer dress?

The Summer months provide us with lot of opportunity to express our personalities or step outside of our comfort zones. Personally, I love neutral nails. However, Summer is the time for vacations, weddings, or just a beach day. This is the time to try something new with all the Summer events. I love to try a bright neon manicure or some other fun design.

Summer Nail Designs

The designs for Summer nails are endless. There are lots of choices for bold, bright prints. Why not a fruit print? I love this fun print featuring cute designs of Summer fruits. How about some neon or pastel nails? They are cheery and fun.

Scroll below for 40 Summer nail design inspo. You will find your next Summer nails for your next event or just a day out in the sun.

Summer Nails

I love swirl nails for Summer. Swirl nails are an understated manicure which embrace the carefree nature of Summer.

Add a checkerboard print to the swirl nails to add an interesting dimension.

You can just add a swirl pattern to the tips of a French manicure. These are super fun!

It’s Summertime! Time to go big and bold. Try a multi-colored pattern. These would look cute holding a Summer drink.

These are so sleek and fabulous for Summer!

Fruits just scream out Summertime. Whether it be in a drink or a Summer dessert, fruits are a cute way to express your love of Summer.

These are of my favorite prints!

If you want something really bright, these neon nails are for you. These would look great on vacation or for a day at the beach. There are plenty of neon colors and patterns to choose from.

Add some animal print nails for a festive look.

Marble nails have been trending for quite some time now. Why not make them season appropriate with neon marble?

If you’re not too fond of doing intricate nail art for your summer manicure, then why not go for a bold color on each nail?

These tips are another favorite for Summer! These would look great for a pool party.

Florals are not just for Spring time. They are also great for Summer. These floral designs have a Summer twist.

Who isn’t happy when it’s Summer?

Reminds me of a gorgeous beach sunset. Your colorful Summer drink would look so pretty next to these nails.

Spice up your manicure with this pretty gradient pattern.

How sweet are these polka dot nails? These nails are all the rage on TikTok, so grab them while they are still available.

Everyone’s favorite Summer dessert.