Summer is finally here, and with it comes the opportunity to experiment with vibrant new beauty looks. What better way to usher in the sunshine mood than with a fresh nail design? Daisy Kalnina, founder of The Gel Bottle, emphasizes the season’s spirit of self-expression, suggesting it’s the perfect time to explore new colors, textures, and styles.
Champagne Chrome:
This summer, put a sophisticated twist on the glazed doughnut nail trend with champagne chrome. This reflective finish adds a touch of luxury to both short, square nails and elegant almond shapes, offering a clean and modern aesthetic.
Transparent French:
The classic French manicure gets a subtle update with a semi-sheer twist. Embrace soft, barely-there tips that create a natural, effortless look. Even if you have shorter nails, you can achieve this look with ultra-slim tips in a shade close to your natural nail color.
The Blues:
Baby blue nails are a must-have this summer. Embrace the calming and refreshing shade, starting with your toes if you’re hesitant to wear a statement color on your hands. Finish with a glossy top coat to enhance the vibrancy of the shade.
Go Green:
Green is another hot color for summer 2024. Explore snaking leaves, marbleized tips, or mismatched motifs in various shades of green, from vibrant verdant to paler mint or zesty lime. For a bolder look, consider swapping out black for a rich forest green. Green also makes for a stylish matching mani-pedi, pairing complementary shades on your hands and feet.
Fombré Nails:
This trend combines two popular styles: the French manicure and ombré nails. The fombré offers a subtle and flattering version of ombré, using milky whites, peaches, and pinks, always with a sheer finish. This versatile style can also be applied to toes.
Crystal Couture:
The dazzling world of red carpet fashion has influenced nail trends, making crystal embellishments a popular choice. These shimmering additions provide the perfect opportunity for personalized adornment. Pre-glued gems can be easily applied to nude nails and sealed with a top coat for a quick and easy DIY look. Salons, however, offer even more creative options, allowing you to experiment with various shapes, sizes, and colors of crystals, creating a truly glamorous statement.
Pink and Orange:
This unexpected but beautiful color combination is a top trend this summer. Experiment with ombré designs, negative space, dots, swirls, or alternating tips. Amplify the vibrancy of these colors with a super glossy top coat.
Chrome 2.0:
Take shine to the next level with chrome finishes. From classic shimmering silvers to vibrant rainbow chrome and soft pastels, this trend is all about bold, eye-catching color. For a more subtle look, consider adding iridescent metal-effect edges to your tips, combining several seasonal trends in one.
Rainbow Tips:
For a playful take on the French manicure, add colorful tips to a pale pink base. Choose one shade, such as juicy tangerine, creamy yellow, or sky blue, for a cohesive look. Or, experiment with two or three complementary shades, alternating them on different fingers, or opt for a spectrum of rainbow hues. Vary the size of your tips for added visual interest, from delicate micro tips to bold, chunky French tips.
