The Hottest Nail Art Trends This Summer

Summer 2025 is ushering in a fresh wave of creativity in nail designs. This year’s nail trends combine vibrant colors, intricate details, and a variety of textures to reflect this season of color, creativity, and celebration. Whether you’re keeping it minimal or going all out, there’s no shortage of designs that match your summer mood.

Fruity & Fresh

Fruit nail art is getting a summer makeover—think micro-cherries, lime slices, and even guava-inspired gradients. Micro fruit designs on a negative-space base keeps things light and playful. From citrus half-moons to strawberry french tips, the fruity aesthetic gives a cute, but chic vibe, perfect for picnics and beach days. 

Seashore Dreams

Coastal-inspired nails are a must every summer. This season is bringing everything we love about the ocean from pearlescent swirls and 3D shells, to watery chrome finishes. Shades of seafoam, colorful coral, and sand paired with textured embellishments like mother-of-pearl accents give a luxe look to this classic summer trend.

Delicate Blooms

Florals aren’t just for spring anymore. This summer season, florals are soft, dainty, and placed with intention. Think watercolor hibiscus, vines curling around the cuticle, or even pressed-dry-flower encapsulations. Neutral tones and milky overlays keep these looking fresh and elevated. To accentuate the floral details, try one bloom per nail on a nude base, or a matte finish on one accented nail to create contrast and depth.

Rainbow French Tips

The classic French manicure is getting a colorful update this summer with rainbow-colored tips and transparent bases. Whether you prefer pastel hues or full-on neon, this look is effortlessly cheerful. Its simplicity makes it very versatile and for a more refined look, ultra-fine tip lines elevate the design.

Junk Nails Are Back

Channel your inner Y2K icon with maximalist 3D charm art—an explosion of rhinestones, chains, 3D bows, fruit slices, gummy bears, and any other charms you can think of. This trend is big in the festival and fashion scenes where bold is beautiful and expression is encouraged. 

Mix, Match & Make it Yours

This season’s nail trends are more than just beauty statements—they're wearable art forms that reflect individuality and style. With so many exciting textures, colors, and themes to choose from, summer 2025 is the ideal time to refresh your look with designs that speak to your personality and aesthetic. Embrace the trend or better yet, set your own.