No matter where summer takes you, there’s a manicure to match. Imagine the sun shining on your metal nails as you sip on a refreshing drink on the rooftop. Or maybe you’re enjoying some R&R in the Turks and Caicos Islands and your shiny aqua blue nails are camouflaged by the waves as you take a dip in the ocean. Sounds like a dream, right? “We’re gearing up for a vibrant season of nail trends,” says the New York City-based nail artist julie kanderec.
Summer 2024 nail color trends are taking inspiration from the season’s most vibrant moments, with brands like JinSoon, Olive & June, and Essie releasing new collections to match. Bright hues like jelly pink, tangerine and ocean blue “capture the essence, energy and romantic charm of the warmer months,” says Kandarek.
Motorized shades aren’t your only option. Pastel butter yellow is a surprisingly wearable swap for your usual two-back neutral. Moreover, this shade is beautifully combined with a classic summer white pedicure. On that note: Experts predict that fresh white will always be as popular as the toe-to-toe color. Ahead, you’ll find a variety of nail polishes to keep in rotation all summer long.
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