Baby blue (a.k.a. “blueberry milk”) nails get a jolt of summery energy with a H๏τ pink stripe.

Blending soft shades is the take on the colorful French manicure we didn’t know we were missing.

For those days you can’t decide between two shades.

Not even Hailey Bieber, Queen of the Glazed Donut Nail, can resist a neon green set for summer. Her nail artist Zola Ganzorigt even added veins of gold for an unexpected twist.

Retro dotted flowers are super easy to create with a dotting tool, and they’re even more fun when every nail looks a little different.

As if the aura design isn’t enough, tiny gems give this trend even more eye-catching interest.

This is the nail polish version of that ice cream flavor you loved so much as a kid.

Metallic blue gives instant Ariel vibes, while added rhinestones bring out your inner kid.

If you love a longer set, take inspiration from Megan Thee Stallion and try a H๏τ pink aura design on lipstick-shaped tips.

Gold and turquoise instantly call to mind the Greek isles. A matte finish lets the gold polish shine (literally).

Addison Rae’s fuchsia nails call to mind a melting popsicle, in the best way.

It’s a food-mani summer, so strawberries, tomatoes, or any other juicy fruits are fair game.

Marble is oddly easy to DIY, but gel will give it that extra shiny finish.

Classic French tips like Dua Lipa’s are gorgeous 365 days a year, and feels extra fresh in summer.

Summer may be largely ᴀssociated with lighter shades, but why not be subversive? A black base with glittery florals feels summery, without being overtly sunny.

If you don’t want to go overboard with the florals, just doing a nail or two gets the seasonal energy across.

Another Bieber mani to try: A classic French with teeny-tiny cherries hidden on one nail.

If you need more mermaid inspo, try this shimmery look seen on Hailee Steinfeld.

Nail artist to the stars Mei Kawajiri created this gorgeous vintage-inspired toile print for Parker Kit Hill.

Any color combo works, but a berries-and-cream pairing is fresh and seasonal.

Glazed donut nails get the summer treatment in petal pink.

Next time you’re having trouble choosing a color, remember this: Cheery coral and bold fuchsia are a match made in mani heaven.

On one hand, pair cream with pink wavy lines on top; on the other, swap the shades.

Another moodier option, a deep teal and shimmery turquoise offers an under-the-sea feel.

When in doubt, a punchy colorful French is always a good option.

No polish, no problem. Marsai Martin’s airbrush hearts and sparkles are whimsical heaven.

Channel the glow-in-the-dark star stickers you had as a kid with pastel stars on a neutral base.

Nails are your canvas, right? Different details on each nail show off your personality and are total conversation starters.

When better to showcase the pretty insects than the season when they’re fluttering around?

At first glance, this may look like a regular French. But upon further review, these nails have transparent tips that are oh-so-summery.

The time for Pride nails doesn’t end in June. These metallic rainbow nails are worth wearing throughout the summer and beyond.

You can create this look with two contrasting colors, or mix and match three shades like the look seen here.

Canary yellow makes a nice warm-weather alternative to white for simple nail art.

Translucent pink gets even girlier with the addition of bows, hearts, and glitter. Lean into it!

For something simple yet eye-catching, use white nail polish and a skinny nail brush to paint on an abstract design.

Saturated highlighter hues that call to mind South Beach and the 1980s are especially applicable to summer. Wear them accordingly.

This soothing nail trend has been worn by the likes of Kim Kardashian, and it feels right at home alongside summery light blue polish.