Are you looking for some cute summer nails 2023 to try out this year?  If so, you’ve come to the right post!

Summer is the perfect time to try out some wild and bright nail art!  After a season of pastels, it’s time to break out all of the colors of the rainbow and paint some new unique nail art designs.

That includes bright swirls, abstracts , and of course, neons!  Vibrant colors are so trendy right now, and are the perfect shades for warmer months!

I love getting an early start with summer nail designs.  With that said, you don’t have to fully commit to something wild to start.  You can always go with something more casual like french tips!

Whether I’m going to a salon or doing them myself, it’s so fun to get inspiration!  I wanted to put together a collection of my favorite designs, so you can figure out what style you want to try!  Below you will find everything from french tips to intricate designs!

Matte nail polish 

A lot of these looks can easily be recreated at home!  If you’re wanting to try out a matte look, I recommend getting this matte nail polish:

Nail art Brushes 

To be able to hand draw on flowers and swirls, we recommend these nail art brushes.  They are incredibly fine, and help draw out really intricate details:

Below, we’ve rounded up 50+ summer nails 2023 you need to try out this year.  Remember, feel free to pin any of the images below to recreate all of these designs in the future!

If you’re not sure what design you like best, why not save a couple so you can reference them later!  Or, bookmark this page so you can continue to refer back to it.

The best summer nails 2023 you need to try!

If you’re looking for more nail inspiration, check out our page that’s dedicated to all things nail art!  We have designs for all holidays and seasons!  It’s a great page to check out if you don’t know what’s trending!

1) Perfect Combo by Arfi Nails

I’m loving the orange and purple combination by Arfi!  You usually don’t see these colors together however they’re pretty much exact opposites on the color wheel.  It really helps them both stand out against each other!

This is such a cute and bright combination that could be warn all summer long.

Image and nail art via @arfi.nails

 

2) Bright Swirls by Vivian

Summer is all about the bright colors and this combo is so perfect together!  All of these colors scream fruit punch to me and go so well together.

Also, the pairing of thin swirls, French tips and waves makes the most unique mani.

Image and nail art via @vivianmariewong

 

3) Bright Abstract by Aimee

These shades are to die for!  We all know orange and blue go so well together (I have an entire blog article on it) and these bright almost neon shades look so good against a tan!  We’re also loving the alternating swirls and French tips.

Image and nail art via @allnailss._

 

4) Double French by Peachi Nails

What a fun way to make your French tips really stand out!  Orange and pink is THE color combination of summer, and this is such a cute way to pair these two colors together.

Image and nail art via @peachinails

 

4) Ocean Blue by Iram

This deep blue color by Iram is so rich.  Every summer I look forward to painting my nails blue, especially a royal blue color like this.  It’s so classic and classy.  You could easily wear this manicure to work as it looks both stylish and professional.

Image and nail art via @iramshelton

 

5) Bit of everything by Amy

Had to throw in a bit of Y2k nail art in these summer nails 2023.  Y2k is still trending and this mani by Amy is such an easy way to try out all the different trends in one!

Image and nail art via @amyle.nails

 

6) H๏τ Pink Swirls by Monika 

Who doesn’t want to rock a H๏τ pink manicure in the summer time!  Pink is one of my favourite colors to paint my nails and I always get so excited when I can transition from pastel pink to a more vibrant shade.

These swirls paired with French tips are a cute way to make your pink manicure more unique.

Image and nail art via @monika_nails

 

7) Colourful Chevron by Amy 

I find chevron manicures to always be so classy!  To make yours really pop try out mixing and matching colors like Amy!  Also add in some polishes with a little sparkle that can catch the light.

All of the colors Amy chose go so well together, making this design perfect for the height of summer!

Image and nail art via @beautyworksbyamy

 

8) Bright Orange by Bry

Orange is having a moment this year.  I’ve been seeing it everywhere which is why you should try out an orange manicure this summer!  This neon version by Bry is so much fun and really stands out against a more neutral nail base.

Image and nail art via @gelsbybry

 

9) Pink & Teal by Alexandra

This color combination is so stunning together.  You don’t often see this aqua/teal nail color in nail art designs and that needs to change!  It goes so perfectly with pink or could even work on it’s own.

Image and nail art via @theH๏τblend

 

10) Neon Yellow Tips by Tiffany

If you’re not looking to go to wild with your summer manicure, try out a classic French tip in a bold color.  Bright yellow is such a pretty color for summer and really pops!

Image and nail art via @tiffanyabbigailebeauty

 

11) Shades of Blue by Aby 

This manicure reminds me of ocean waves!  I’m loving the ombre swirl Aby did for an accent nail in this manicure!  It pairs really nicely with the different shades of French tips.

These colors are so pretty together and really scream summer.

Image and nail art via @nailsbyaby

 

12) Orange Florals by Vivian

Summer florals!  Don’t retire the florals after spring, they can easily be brought into summer if you’re into this type of nail design.

This is such a cute manicure by Vivian!  The slight sheen to the orange really makes it a summer color!

Image and nail art via @vivianmariewong

13) Aqua French by Paulina 

This shade of Aqua is so stunning!  If you love a good French but want to change it slightly, make one of your nails a swirl like Paulina.

Image and nail art via @nailsbypaulin

 

14) Cherry Red by Bethany

Summer is when all the cherry reds come out to play!  This short nail design by Bethany can easily be recreated at home.  It’s simple but perfect for summer.

Image and nail art via @_nailsbybethany

 

15) Blue Florals by Amy

These nails by Amy are so much fun!  Love all the different shades of blue and the flowers really pop against the nail tips.

 

Image and nail art via @amyguynailartist

 

16) Summer Ombre MD Ongles

Love a good ombre in the summer time and this orange one is so fun and unique!  It’s simple which makes it really gorgeous.

Image and nail art via @md_ongles

 

17) Candy Sidetips by Bethany

These side stripes by Bethany look just like candy!  The color combination is so perfect together and it’s a great transition manicure from Spring to Summer with the pastel orange and bright pink.

Image and nail art via @_nailsbybethany

 

18) Lime Sherbet by Melanie 

Lime sorbet anyone?  This color is perfect.  Green is having such a moment lately, if you’re tired of pink, try out a green shade!

Image and nail art via @overglowedit

 

19) Swirling Tips by Aimee

Loving the colors used in these swirls by Aimee!  Keeping the swirls to the tip of the nail is really unique.  If you’re looking to recreate this at home, use the nail art brushes we mention at the top of this post!

Image and nail art via @allnailss._

 

20) Blue Double French by Arfi Nails

Simple but SO good!  I love a good double French and it can easily be used a an accent nail.  This color of blue reminds me of the ocean.  It’s such a classy design while still providing you with some color.

Image and nail art via @arfi.nails

 

21) Summer Swirls by Vivian 

The classic swirl!  Orange, pink and white are perfect for the summer months and when you swirl them together they look so cute!

Image and nail art via @vivianmariewong

 

22) Summer Tangerine by Bry

The perfect shade of Tangerine in my opinion!  This color is so cute, and perfect for those long summer days!  It reminds me of a summer sunset and peaches.

Image and nail art via @gelsbybry

 

23) Striped Side French by Dayanna 

Looking to jazz up your chevron tips?  Try out a striped side like Dayanna!  It’s a great way to try out a couple of different colors at one time.

Image and nail art via @disseynails

 

24) Cute Swirls by Syd

Candy swirls!  These are so much fun and easy to accomplish with a nail art brush!  This color combo reminds me of summer popsicles and all the colors that come in those.

Image and nail art via @nailsbysmf

25) Rainbow Dots by Nia Ho

Rainbow polka dots, what more could you want for summer nails 2023!  We’re loving all of the different shades used by Nia to complete this look!  All of these colors are so perfect for summer and really pair well together.

Image and nail art via @nails_and_soul

 

26) Neon Cuffs by Amy 

Love a good neon nail in the summer time!  An easy way to mix up your classic manicure is to add in some cuff nails.

Image and nail art via @amyguynailartist

 

27) Aqua Blue Swirls by Monika 

Aqua blue will always be a stunning color no matter what time of year it is!  Combined with white it’s such a perfect nail design.

Image and nail art via @monika_nails

 

28) Bright Tips by Vivian 

These bright ombre tips by Vivian are so much fun!  Loving how the blue and the green blend together to give that ombre effect.  They’re simple yet give you a huge pop of color.

Image and nail art via @vivianmariewong

 

29) Rainbow tips by Amber 

If you’re not sure what color you want to choose, why not go for a rainbow tip like Amber!  Such a fun way to add some color to your classic French tip.

Image and nail art via @amberjhnails

 

30) Yellow and Orange Vibes by Aimee

Such a summer manicure, orange and yellow!  These two shades always, without fail, go so well together!  If you want to try something different, these colors are it!

Image and nail art via @allnailss._

 

31) Blue ʙuттerflies by Syd

I absolutely love a good ʙuттerfly manicure (I have an entire blog article dedicated to it!).  ʙuттerflies are so pretty and add uniqueness to your nails.  This can easily be done with ʙuттerfly nail stickers at home

Image and nail art via @nailsbysmf

 

32) Orange Swirls by Tiffany

Love a good wavy nail moment and doing it in orange is perfect for the summer time!  As I’ve mentioned in this post, orange is totally having a moment!  It looks so good on both short and long nails.  Also the two toned shades really gives this design a unique flair!

Image and nail art via @tiffanyabbigailebeauty

 

33) Bubblegum Pink Details by Vivian 

These strawberry nails by Vivian are seriously the cutest!  I love a good fruit manicure in the summer.  They’re so popular, especially cherry nails.  However, I think strawberries are so fun since you can pair them with a really nice shade of pink!

Image and nail art via @vivianmariewong

 

34) Neon Swirls by Sarah

Neon coral is drop ᴅᴇᴀᴅ gorgeous!  Coral is one of the colors that I don’t automatically think of when it comes to my nails but this color paired with white is really giving off the summer vibe.

 

Image and nail art via @heluviee

 

35) Swirl Tips by Nia Ho

We all know swirls are still trending!  To try something new, why not put the swirls in a French tip.  This design could be done with so many different shades.

Image and nail art via @nails_and_soul

 

36) Blue Skies ahead by Dayanna 

Periwinkle and white is such a stunning combination!  Love the floral details and the checkers, they are really giving off the Y2k vibes but in a more subtle way.

Image and nail art via @disseynails

 

37) Blue and Green Cuffs by Amy 

Combining bottega green with a deep blue is the best idea this summer.  Both colors are so trendy and really compliment each other when paired together!

Image and nail art via @amyguynailartist

 

38) Y2K Nails by Melanie 

The ultimate bright Y2k manicure!  These designs are so much fun!  Also all of the bright shades really pop, it’s such a happy manicure!

Image and nail art via @overglowedit

 

39) Shades of Peach by Harriet 

The perfect shades of orange.  If you don’t know what shade of orange you want to try, why not pair a couple together in this take on a chevron manicure by Harriet.

Image and nail art via @nailsbyharriet_

 

40) Checkered Tips by Amy 

Love monochrome nails, there’s so many designs out there to choose from and this checkered tip by Amy is really fun and fresh.

Image and nail art via @amyguynailartist

41) Summer Florals by Amy 

Keep the florals going this summer with bright colors!  These neon flowers are so trendy.

Image and nail art via @amyguymailartist

 

42) Thin Square Tips by MD Ongles

Neon tips are an easy way to add some brightness to your nails this summer!  Especially if you use yellow.

Image and nail art via @md_ongles

 

43) Perfect Summer Green by Monika 

Cutest shade of green for the summertime.  Also the gold touch added in really makes this manicure look classy.

Image and nail art via @monika_nails

 

44) Shades of Summer by Peachi Nails 

The cutest combo around!  This manicure is perfect for those in between months when you don’t want to completely give up the pastels but really want to get into a more bright and light manicures!

Image and nail art via @peachinails

 

45) Cherry Details by Amy

You need to try out a cherry manicure at some point during the summertime!  They’re just such a cute design!  If you don’t want all cherries do what Amy did and just put them on a couple accent nails.

Image and nail art via @amyguynailartist

46) Summer Swirling by Peachi Nails

These swirls are so adorable!  They’re giving off a bit of a summer retro vibe and I’m here for it!

Image and nail art via @peachinails

 

47) Navy and white by Syd

Love a good navy blue and white combination.  This blue is so deep and really pops against the crisp white!

Image and nail art via @nailsbysmf

 

48) Summer Bright Green by Dayanna 

This color is such a fun neon shade!  Summer is when you can finally break out those really intense colors you’ve been saving like this tennis ball green.

Image and nail art via @disseynails

 

49) Oranges and Blue by MD Ongles 

Classic summer combo!  Can never go wrong with orange and blue!

Image and nail art via @md_ongles

 

50) Blood Orange by Aimee

Blood orange nails are such a vibe!  I’ve never really seen this color used before.  When I saw this mani by Aimee I knew I have to include it in summer nails 2023.  This color is so unique and I love that it’s not super bright but still gives you that summer time vibe.

Image and nail art via @allnailss._

 

51) Short Pink French by Bethany

Everyone experiences short nails at some point, but don’t let that stop you from having a super cute manicure!  These H๏τ pink square tips by Bethany are so fun!

Image and nail art via @_nailsbybethany

 

52) Summer Lemons by Peachi Nails

Lemon nails might be the highlight of my summer nails 2023!  I just think they’re so much fun.  If you’re planning on going on vacation to Italy or just want to try out something different, you cannot go wrong with lemons!

Image and nail art via @peachinails

 

53) Orange Swirling by Paulina 

Major sunset vibes over here!  This color of orange… first of all is stunning!  Then the swirls are perfect together and just remind me of watching summer sunsets.

Image and nail art via @nailsbypaulin

 

54) Rainbow Swirls by Aimee

Colourful swirls are such a fun Mani!  If you haven’t tried a swirly manicure or if you have and want something different pick a bunch of colors and try them out together!

Image and nail art via @allnailss._

 

55) Line art by Paulina  

These line art nails by Paulina are so fun.  The neon yellow and pink match perfectly together and really give off the summer vibe.

Image and nail art via @nailsbypaulin

 

56) Botegga Green by Paulina 

Botegga green is such a summer color!  It’s been so trendy lately!  It’s such beautiful shade of green.