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The Coolest Summer Nails to Try in 2023

By Bella Cacciatore and Lisa DeSantis

53 Cute Summer Nails to Rock in 2023—Photos and Ideas

Having Memorial Day in the rearview mirror means one thing: It’s officially summer! And nothing goes better with white jeans than a fresh mani and pedi. Need inspo? We’ve got all the summer nail art ideas for you.

For your next appointment, we have a long list of trending nail designs to choose from. Some feature the best summer nail polish colors while others allow you to skip the salon and opt for press-ons instead. If you’re conscientious about nontoxic nail polish , we’ve got some for those for you too.

From subtle gradients and designs ( chrome is still going strong this season!) to checkered nails and seasonally appropriate neons, there’s a little something for every taste and skill level.

And if your choice of a cute nail design inspires you to go one step further with your summer look, we hear that a summer haircut can be the perfect complement. Scroll on for the summer nails that we’ve been double-tapping nonstop.

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For a different take on a rainbow French manicure, we’re loving this diagonal double line take on the trend.

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Heart Nails 

These heart beam nails—inspired by the Powerpuff Girls and Gen Z’s fave phone case —have been popping up everywhere. In bold red and pink, they feel particularly summer-ready.

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Cartoon Clouds 

Cloud nails may have been trending this winter , but they give us total summer vibes. Unlike the more stylized clouds that were popping off, these cartoony clouds are totally DIY-able. All you need is a good art brush and the perfect opaque white (try Orly French Tips ).

American manicure summer nails

American Manicure 

For Nicola Peltz’s wedding to Brooklyn Beckham, manicurist Tom Bachik decked Peltz’s nails with a ’90s-inspired American manicure—think of it as a French manicure, but with less definition where the tips start and end. We’re expecting to see the softer style everywhere this summer. 

Star summer nails

Bright Stars 

A cluster of neon stars will make you feel beach-ready in seconds. If the thought of free-handing stars with a nail brush stresses you out, just glue a sprinkling of star sequins by your cuticles for the same effect. 

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Mixed Checkerboards 

ICYMI, checkered nails are a major front-runner as the coolest summer nail designs this year. We’re particularly into this mix-and-match set.

Blue butterfly nail art

Butterflies 

These dainty butterflies will remind you of sunny days ahead. (If you can’t DIY them, try these stickers instead.)

Neutral swirl nail art

’70s Swirls 

Graphic yet simple nail art will be your best friend this summer. Give it a retro vibe with earthy, mustard-toned neutrals like Paintbox’s Like Lush + Like Flora Power Couple . 

Rainbow summer nails

Rainbow French 

Put a cute twist on a classic French mani with tiny rainbow tips, complete with cloud details. 

Smiley Face Summer nails

Smiley Nails 

If you’re in the market for cute summer nails, look no further than these rainbow happy faces. They’re a fun twist on the classic yellow smiley-face nails that have been spotted on Harry Styles and Dua Lipa. 

Ombre pink manicure.

Monotone Matte 

Love mismatched nails but want something a little more sophisticated? Go for different shades of the same color and add a matte topcoat for a luxe velvet feel. 

swirly summer nails

Sunny Swiggles 

For some easy art, pick your favorite nail polish color and artfully swirl it over a white base. Doing a different shade on each hand only ups the coolness.

Neon green nail polish

Slime Green

Our Nickelodeon days might be over, but our love for slime lives on with these bright summer nails. Copy nail artist Betina Goldstein, and use two coats of Essie Nail Polish in Blanc and one coat of Stencil Me In to really make the green pop. Or, head to your salon and get gel nails for that super-shiny effect.

Shimmering summer nails

Shimmering Swirls 

Negative space and holographic polish are a truly magical combination. 

Green and blue nail art

Mismatched Hands 

Want something fun but can’t wield an art brush? Try one vivid color on your right hand and a different color on your left. The hearts are cute too, but not necessary to make this look.

Rainbow summer nails

Rainbow Mani 

A gradient of summer nail colors is never a bad idea. 

Melting summer nails

Color Melt 

Feels so hot you could melt? Take that vibe to your mani with melting, swirly tips. 

Cherry nail art

Sweet Cherries

These sweet little cherries look way more complicated than they actually are; just follow nail artist Natalie Pavloski’s lead for the ultimate DIY nails. 

Butterfly summer nails

Tiny Butterflies 

How cute are these itty-bitty butterflies? Pastels with a pop of bright pink transition perfectly from spring into true summer. 

Glitter manicure

All That Glitters 

The easiest high-impact, low-effort manicure? A full-on glitter ( Paintbox makes some of our favorites). 

Rainbow French summer nails

The best part of this bright French manicure? It’s actually press-ons .

stars summer nails

Starburst Mani

This eye-catching nail design is so cute and nostalgic. 

Strawberry nail art

Strawberry Nails 

Have you seen anything sweeter? Try Essie in Rock the Runway and Watermelon for the berries and Off Tropic for the leaves. 

yellow heart summer nails

Negative-Space Hearts 

Negative-space hearts in sunny yellow are one of the best summer nail ideas we can think of. For this look, nail artist Kim Truong used OPI’s nail color in I Just Can’t Cope-acabana .

French manicure

The New French

It’s back, baby . While there are tons of cool variations on French manis now— rainbow , glitter , negative space—we’re a sucker for the classic early-aughts throwback. Almond tips look so pretty on both natural and acrylic nails.

bright summer nails

Mixed Mani 

Here’s another great option for the indecisive! Try a different summer nail design, like flowers and bright checks, on each nail for an unforgettable mani.

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Checkerboard Tips 

Channel your favorite Lisa Says Gah top with these groovy checkered tips.

Sticker summer nails

Sticker-Book Nails 

Remember your favorite sticker book in elementary school? Treat your nails the same way for the cutest throwback mani around. While you can easily DIY with a smattering of stickers, you can buy this set of sparkly press-ons from Color Camp .  

Tiny floral nail art

Dainty Florals

You don’t need to have a green thumb to appreciate these tiny daisies. Use a toothpick or the end of a bobby pin for perfectly symmetrical dots. Easy. 

iridescent nail polish

Iridescent Ombré

Make an opalescent polish even more magical by graduating the intensity. Nail artist Betina Goldstein used the discontinued Essie in Tiers of Joy to get the look above. Try Essie You Do Blue for a similar effect.  

Heart nail art

Emoji Hearts

Take your favorite emoji from your screen to your nails with some simple sequins. Amazon is full of specialty shapes .

Daisy summer nails

Daisy French 

Cartoony daisies add a fun touch to black French tips, and are easy enough to DIY with the end of a bobby pin.

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Drop of Gold 

Spice up your go-to bright with a subtle gold stud. 

Half moon nail art

Mismatched Moons

Ease your way into a full rainbow by stacking colors just at the base of your nails. 

Double french tip nail art

Double French

These stacked French tips have twice the impact. To get a similar look, apply a base of Orly Morning Mantra , then layer a thin stripe of Orly Love My Nails on top. 

Neon nail art

Hint of Neon

Afraid of full-on neon? This subtle neon stripe is the perfect way to ease into the trend.

Summer nails

Confetti Nails 

For a party on your nails, accent your middle three fingers with bright dots. Try Olive & June Nail Polish in Grateful & Kind for your base, and Jin Soon Daisy for confetti made easy. 

Heart summer nails

Floating Hearts 

Crisp black-and-white and negative space keeps tiny hearts from being too sweet. 

Orange summer nails

Orange Dream 

This bright orange shade on Addison Rae makes for the perfect nails for summer. Since the shade is so vibrant (try Essie Expressie in Bearer of Rad News ), you don’t even need to add art. 

Floral summer nails

Summer Flowers 

April showers bring May flowers, and you can bring those flowers into summer with a bright color palette like this one. 

Yellow floral summer nails

Bright Blooms 

Sunny yellow puts a summery twist on classic florals. 

neon summer nails

Neon Splashes 

A drizzle of neon polish across bare nails is a cool take on the brights trend. 

Blue French summer nails

Up the contrast of a classic French with bright blue tips and an off-white base. Shorter nails make the whole thing look even cooler. 

pink and yellow summer nails

Cute Stickers 

Spice up your mani with cute stickers like these lemonade ones. We love Olive & June and Deco Miami for the coolest stickers.

Like a dreamy summer sunset this set incorporates pastel colors and fluffy clouds in the perfect way.

Cotton Candy Clouds

Like a dreamy summer sunset, this set incorporates pastel colors and fluffy clouds in the perfect way.

These star stickers on top of sparkly blue ombr are for the zodiac lovers out there.

Celestial Skies

These star stickers on top of sparkly blue ombré are for the zodiac lovers out there.

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31+ Elegant Vacation Nails You’ll Love For Your Next Getaway

Planning a getaway in 2023 and need inspiration for chic vacation nails? You’ll love our list of 31+ nails for vacation that are modern and refined. Whether you’re going to a tropical destination or planning a winter trip, we have the perfect vacation nail designs for you!

A woman lying on a beach towel with the ocean behind her with bright orange polish on short square nails

Perfect Vacation Nails

Getting excited about a tropical vacation in your near future? The season of relaxing seaside and basking in the warm sun is almost here, and we know that a beach vacation is a perfect way to unwind. Whether you want to work on your tan or play in the ocean, you’ll have a fantastic time surrounded by salt water and palm trees!

Going on vacation also means dressing your best, and a chic and refined manicure is a fantastic way to add a little extra style and flair to your outfits. So you know the drill. We’ve searched the web and found stunning vacation nail designs that are perfect for days ( or weeks ) at the beach!

We also have nails for winter getaways, European adventures, urban hotspots, and more! No matter what you’re looking for, we have gorgeous nail designs that will have you looking stylish day and night while on vacation.

Nails For Beach Vacation

We’re starting our list off with our favorite beach vacation nails. Whether you want a manicure inspired by ocean waves and tropical plants or a classic and neutral nail design, we have it below!

Colorful French Tips + Florals

A hand with medium-length round nails with gradient French tips and white flower accents

Bright colors are always a good idea when you want a beach nail design. The floral accents are so cute and perfect for summer nails!

Tropical Colors + Abstract Nail Art

A hand with medium nails painted a glossy nude color with teal and glittering dark blue spots and peach dots and lines

If you’re planning to visit a warm tropical destination, you can definitely rock these gorgeous tropical colors! Go with an abstract design like this for something chic and playful. 

If you love the colors in these nails, you’ll love this list of coral peach nails .

Match Your Bikini

A hand with vacation nails featuring medium almond nails with a glossy nude base and accented with white and pink swirls

Planning to sit on the beach in a stylish bikini, sipping cool drinks out of a coconut? Match your nails to the color or pattern of your bathing suit for a stunning and Instagram-worthy manicure!

What to do with your nails when you go on vacation?

When you’re getting ready for a vacation, you can do anything from a DIY nail design to press-on nails to a salon manicure. The nail design you go for can depend on where you’re going and what aesthetic you want to have.

Bold manicures are perfect for the beach, while neutral and classic nail designs can be worn on any vacation and look great in the winter. Some people prefer to get gel or acrylic nails before a vacation, as these nails are less likely to crack or break during your trip.

If you’re going for press-on nails, you can always pack some extra sets to replace any broken ones. You can also bring a topcoat to touch up your nails as needed to prevent chipping or cracking. 

Blue Waves on Matte Nails

A hand with short square nails painted a light matte blue with waves painted across the tips

Gorgeous nail art will always elevate your manicure, and beautiful blue waves are perfect to wear on a beach vacation! We love the sophisticated look of these short nails with matte finish, although you can add a glossy topcoat or glitter details for a youthful vibe.

Matte Nails & Tropical Art

A hand with short square nails with a matte nude base and tropical vacation nail art featuring flowers, plants, and a toucan

Tropical destinations are known for their sunny skies and lush plant life, so sporting a mani with stunning plant art and an exotic bird is perfect for vacation!

Blue French Tips

A hand with long coffin nails with line blue French tips and white lines underneath

Classic French tips get a makeover with baby blue nail polish, and we are here for it! The soft blue shade has a summer feel, and you’re sure to look chic in any outfit with a timeless nail design like a French manicure.

Retro Summer Nails w/ Waves + Flowers

A hand with bright pink, blue, and yellow solid-colored nails with two light pink accent nails featuring rainbow swirls and white flowers

This is another perfect look if you want chic summer nails. The vibrant shades are a must for a summer vacation in 2023, and the wave details and floral art adds a retro vibe that we can’t get enough of. 

Pink Seashell Nails

A hand with long almond nails painted to look like seashells with light and dark pink polish and white accent lines

If you want mermaid aesthetic nails that’ll stand out from the crowd, this gorgeous seashell nail design is a perfect pick for you! The design is simple but so unique, and you can rock this beautiful pink look or try blue, green, or purple seashell nails instead. 

What kind of nails should I wear on a beach vacation?

There really are so many nail designs to choose from when you’re going on a beach vacation! You can stick with minimal designs and neutral colors, like classic French tips or solid-colored nails, for something chic to pair with any outfit. These are great nail designs for an beach-inspired look:

  • summer colors (pink, blue, yellow, etc.)
  • wave accents
  • ocean nail art
  • palm trees or tropical plants
  • seashell nail art
  • pearl accents

You can also go for any nail shape you prefer, and the same goes for length. Long nails are gorgeous and daring, or you can opt for short nails to prevent any chipping!

Pastel Rainbow Nails w/ Chrome Finish

A hand with long square nails paint in a pastel gradient with a shimmering finish

Pastels and chrome are two hot nail trends in 2023, so pairing them up for a vacation nail design is a must! You can stick with this rainbow gradient design or choose your favorite pastel shades. Either way, you’ll have a stunning manicure! 

Beach Nails w/ Your Besties

Three hands in front of the ocean with different manicures, one with glazed donut nails, one with gradient French tips, and one with ocean wave French tips

Planning a girl’s trip to a warm and sunny vacation spot? Hit up the nail salon together and go for anything from colorful French tips to ocean wave nail art to trendy glazed donut nails. Then you’ll be ready for a gorgeous vacation pic this like, right in front of the ocean!

Neutral Nails w/ Tropical Leaves + Gold Flakes

A hand with medium square nails painted a glossy white with tropical leaf nail art and gold flakes

If you want a refined manicure that still has vacation vibes, try elegant tropical nails like these! Milky white nails are the perfect base to make emerald green and gold leaves pop, and we love the addition of gold flakes for some extra flair.

Glazed Donut Nails w/ Leaf Accents

A hand with long stiletto nails featuring the glazed donut manicure with white flower accents

Glazed donut nails get an upgrade with chic floral nail art! Leaf accents are definitely summer vacation-worthy, and we love how the white leaves add a chic and feminine touch while still keeping these nails minimal. 

Pink Gradient Manicure

A hand with ombre white to red square nails

Gradient nails are simple but so beautiful and will elevate any outfit you wear during your vacation. We love the shades of pink between red and white, and you can rock this nail design on square nails or go for stiletto or coffin nails for a bold look!

Pink Bachelorette Nails

A hand with vacation nails featuring long square nails, half painted a glossy pink and the other half painted with a matte nude color and accented with white and pink flowers

Going out of town for a bachelorette party? Go for a bright and playful look like this! Pink nails are feminine and flirty, and the floral nail art is perfect for a summer nail design.

Colorful French Tips

A hand with vacation nails featuring medium square nails with gradient French tips

Colorful French tips are perfect for sitting poolside with a frozen drink or lounging on the beach and soaking up the sun. Add some glitter details to make this manicure pop even more, or keep it simple with these gorgeous colors. 

Classic Mani w/ Royal Blue Polish

A hand by the pool with short solid royal blue nails

Bright blue nails are definitely a good look for relaxing by the pool and listening to your favorite songs! And this classic manicure will pair well with anything from summer dresses to a chic matching set.

Nude Almond Nails w/ Gem Accents

A hand with long stiletto nails painted a soft pink with jewel accents and a clear glitter nails

If you prefer neutral tones but still want something unique and glamorous, try accenting your nails with gems! Your nude nails will perfectly match any outfit, but the gem accents will definitely give you those luxurious vacation vibes. 

Asymmetrical French Tips

A hand with glossy nude almond nails and asymmetrical neon orange and yellow French tips

Are you planning to hit up South Florida for your summer vacation? Go for asymmetrical French tips in bright shades for a bold and playful look that’s perfect for the beautiful beaches and nightlife in Miami!

Seaside Nails w/ Gold Details & Pearls

A hand with medium square nails inspired by the ocean, painted with a shimmering light blue and accented with gold flakes, chunky blue glitter, pearls, and gold polish details

Get inspired by the ocean and rock a shimmering pastel blue manicure! The gold flakes, chunky blue glitter, and pearl accents perfectly fit the beach aesthetic, making these gel nails one of our favorite picks for vacation nails. 

Blue Coral Nails

A hand with medium almond nails painted with blue French tips, a solid blue accent nail, and nude nails with blue coral nail art

Blue polish has an instant summer feel, and coral nail art is a simple but chic design to wear for a tropical vacation. If you want a more intricate look, add glitter, pearls, or white accents to make this manicure even more eye-catching!

Vacation Nail Colors

Like the nail design, the nail color you choose might depend on where your trip is taking you. You can choose a nail color based on the weather at your destination and the reason you’re going.

A beach vacation is the perfect time to rock a bold mani with coastal, summery shades, including:

  • nude or glazed donut

Going on a winter getaway like a ski trip to a beautiful Chalet in the mountains? You can’t go wrong with classic winter colors such as:

You can also stick the neutrals like cream, beige, or black for a refined nail design. And whether you’re going somewhere sunny or snowy, you can elevate any manicure with gorgeous gold and silver accents!

Chic Nails for Vacation

Going on vacation somewhere cold? Or maybe you’re going out of the country? Either way, we have more gorgeous nail looks to fit any occasion!

Glossy Nude Nails

A hand with medium square nails painted with nude nail polish with a glossy finish

You can always go for a classic nail design, like these glossy nude nails. Nude tones pair well with just about anything, so your manicure will always match your outfits and have you looking pretty and polished!

French Manicure

A hand with vacation nails featuring long almond nails and white French tips

A French manicure is another gorgeous, timeless design. Whether you’re vacationing in South America, Europe, or Asia, this nail design will look stunning as you explore a new place or an old favorite!

Classic Manicure w/ White Nail Polish

A hand with short solid white square nails

Solid white nails always add effortless style to any outfit, and this manicure would work for anything from a sunny beach to a winter wonderland!

Glazed Donut Nails

A hand with medium round nails painted with the glazed donut effect, with a translucent pale white and chrome finish

We are in love with the glazed donut nail trend that came about in 2022, and we are happy to see it going strong in 2023! This look is simple but so gorgeous, and these nails will quickly add a classy and chic vibe to your vacation outfits. 

French Tips + Mickey Mouse

A hand with Disney vacation nails featuring long almond nails with a nude base and gradient French tips and an accent nail with Mickey Mouse nail art

Taking a trip to the happiest place on Earth? Show your love for all things Disney with this stunning nail design. A colorful French manicure is perfect for the theme park, and the Mickey Mouse nail art definitely adds that something extra to this look!

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Purple Disney Nails w/ Sparkles

A hand with medium almond nails painted with pastel purple French tips and accented with white sparkles and Mickey Mouse art

You can also rock some Disney nails with a youthful and feminine feel. Shimmering purple ombre, sparkle accents, and Mickey Mouse art are a must if you’ll be spending time at Disney parks during your vacation!

Don’t miss these cute Disneyland outfits to try on your trip as well!

Hot Pink + Glitter

A hand with medium almond nails painted in a glittering bright pink nail polish

When it comes to vacation nail designs we love bright and stylish looks.

Hot pink nails with a shimmering finish are so gorgeous. This nail design is perfect for a trip to Las Vegas, a city known for being bold and glamorous!

White Animal Print French Tips

A hand with medium round nails painted with a glossy light base and white swirl French tips

If you’re planning to go on the wild side and go on an African safari, wear a chic animal print nail design like this! It’s gorgeous and neutral-toned, so it will go with any look, but the animal print will definitely fit the safari vibes. 

Winter Getaway Nails

A hand with short square nails painted nude with white snow dot accents and nail art of a red house and Christmas trees

Taking a vacation to a winter wonderland in 2023? Go for a refined manicure that still has a winter feel with snowdrops, pine trees, and a red snowy house! Add glitter if you want to go bold, or keep it minimal for a subtle manicure. 

Christmas Red Nail Polish & Snowflakes

A hand with medium length almond nails painted with a combination of solid red nails and red French tips and accented with white snowflakes

If your vacation will be a Christmas getaway, red polish with snowflake nail art is the perfect look. Nothing says Christmas like bright red hues and white snowflakes, and this gorgeous manicure will definitely get you in the holiday spirit!

Blue Glitter + Candy Cane Stripes

A hand with long almond nails with a multi pattern winter design including solid blue glitter nails, French tips, snowflake details, and candy cane stripes

Blue glitter polish and white details are another perfect combo for a winter aesthetic! This look is a must if you’re planning to hit some snowy slopes on a winter ski trip!

What nails should I get for vacation?

The best vacation nails for you will definitely depend on the destination and the vibe you’re going for. Go with bright colors and playful nail designs for a tropical vacation and try something winter inspired if your destination will have cold weather.

We hope you’ve loved this list of vacation nail designs and you’ve found the perfect look for your next getaway!

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What are your vacay essentials when planning your perfect trip? Well, you’ll be taking a ton of photos, so you want to ensure you’re always Instagram-ready!

That means putting together the perfect clothes, the best accessories, the most eye-catching makeup, and the most fabulous manicure!

After all, whether you’re holding a margarita on the beach or throwing your hands in the air for your favorite bands at Coachella, you’ll want to show off your gorgeous vacation nails!

So are you ready to find your next travel manicure? We’ve got you covered!

We’ve put together some of the most fab ideas for vacation nails you’ll definitely want to try for your next trip!

Table of Contents

  • 1 53 Must-Try Vacation Nails
  • 2 A Touch of Tropical Nails
  • 3 Music Festivals and Desert Love
  • 4 Sea Inspired Nails
  • 5 Nails Perfect For Stylish Sunny Days
  • 6 Glam Works of Nail Art
  • 7 Frequently  Asked Questions
  • 8 The Perfect Vacation Nail-Fie

53 Must-Try Vacation Nails

Looking for some vacation mani inspiration? Check out some of our favorite nail ideas below for your perfect vacay nails. 

We’ve broken them down into five categories based on aesthetic and feel, so you know exactly which one to choose depending on the vacation vibe you want.

A Touch of Tropical Nails

Whether you want beach holiday nails or wish to bring a touch of the tropics on your travels, these fun tropical vacation nails are a fantastic choice.

Pink Seascape

Tropical nails aren’t limited to blue, yellow, and orange. A nice pop of pink with a stunning seascape is an excellent choice for a sexy and trendy vacation mani.

Pearly Shells

This shell-inspired manicure is the perfect choice for lounging on the beach with a delicious tiki cocktail! Use 3D accents like pearls to make this mani really stand out.

Multicolored Mix and Match

Combine many bright colors to achieve the best summer nails for your vacation! Plus, mixing designs like swirly tips, clouds, and hibiscus flowers can amp up your nails even more. 

Glitter and Dusk

Bright daylight colors are great for vacation nails, but don’t underestimate the colors of dusk. Pair baby blue and light coral with glittery accent nails and palm tree nail art for softer, dreamier nails.

Neon Sunset

Go bright and bold with a shocking neon mani in the colors of the sunset! Add a tropical touch to it with a palm tree silhouette on the accent nails.

Sunlight and Flamingos

Heading down the coast? Give yourself a fun glossy orange-and-pink manicure with palm tree, flamingo, and marbly swirl designs.

Tropical French Tips

Give your deep French mani a vacation vibe with a fun pastiche of different nail art styles used to create palm trees, dolphins, birds, and hearts . 

Neon and Nail Art

Neon colors like orange and yellow look fabulous, especially when paired with beach silhouettes on the accent nails — the perfect nail design for tropical vacations!

Tropical manis don’t necessarily have to have lots of colors. A full pink palette looks beautiful with glittery accent nails and palm tree nail art.

Create gorgeous Riviera-inspired French-tip nails by combining blue , teal, and orange tips to achieve a unique design on a smooth white base.

Sun and Sand

Coral and yellow nails are a dazzling contrast to the bright beach sand of your vacay destination. Amp up your manicure further with vacation nail art of palm trees, which you can draw on with pens like the Kalolary Nail Polish Pens .

Music Festivals and Desert Love

Desert music festivals like Coachella and Burning Man are always full of gorgeous bohemian fashion and artistic styles. 

Take inspiration from these iconic annual events and create a manicure that can give you chic, festival-inspired looks wherever you go.

70s Glam and Gloss

Everything about this mani screams boho chic! It combines fun ‘70s vibes with music-fest styles by creating funky nail art of flowers, smiley faces , cherries, and more in a matching pastel palette.

Flower Power

You can never have too many flowers in your mani — or too many colors, for that matter. This nail design proves it! Go all out by creating standout florals on clear glossy nails.

Abstract French Tips

Abstract French tips are an artistic way to sport a unique manicure. This mani uses bright, vibrant colors to create swirly French tips in assorted colors with a bold accent nail in bright pink and cow print.

Pastel Tie-Dye 

Tie-dye is always an excellent choice for summer vacations. This sweet pastel-colored tie-dye mani is perfect for going to concerts or just laying out in the sun by the pool.

Pearls and Swirls

Want a combination of striking and sweet? This bold manicure uses bright and vibrant colors to create swirls on each nail, sweetened with pearl accents. 

Stylish Desert Nails

These vacation acrylic nails showcase a dazzling desert landscape in a gorgeous Southwestern-inspired color palette. They’re so beautiful and stylish you can’t stop looking at them. 

Gorgeous Neon Swirls 

Use a lot of bright and bold neon colors to create abstract nail art on a clear glossy base. This particular design perfectly combines hints of seven bright and eye-catching colors for a quirky yet chic mani.

Half-Dipped and Leaf Art

Half-dipped nails are a good alternative to French tips if you want to try something new and unique. Pair these with abstract leaf art for some stunning and classy vacation nails.

Sea Inspired Nails

Do you love the ocean as much as we do? Use your love for the sea as an inspiration to create gorgeous nails, just like these vacation manicures did.

Wave-Crest French Tips

Create breathtakingly unique French tips by taking inspiration from the stunning crests of breaking waves. Swirl together shades of blue and white to recreate the movement of beautiful ocean currents.

Shining Shimmering Splendid

These beautiful iridescent nails are perfect for a glimmering under-the-sea-inspired manicure. Confetti nail stickers mimic seaweed, while glitter polish and rhinestone accents provide underwater shine.

Turquoise and Gold

Create a sleek, sophisticated, ocean-inspired manicure by decorating soft cashmere-colored nails with turquoise ocean swirls and glimmering flecks of gold foil.

Mermaid Tails

Glam up a sea blue manicure with mermaid accent nails. You can paint a tail on one nail and a close-up of beautiful mermaid scales on another.

This ocean-inspired manicure is more abstract than literal; it combines several shades of ocean blue instead of typical ocean-inspired nail art elements.

Mix and match this plain mani with swirly French tips and beautiful accent nails with blue swirls. 

Kanagawa Waves

Make your nails a literal work of art! Recreate this glossy manicure with blue-and-gold ocean wave tips inspired by the famous Japanese artwork “The Wave of Kanagawa.”

Under the Sea

These fun vacation nails showcase a stunning under-the-sea story by combining shades of blue and purple and featuring nail art of turtles and seaweed, along with an octopus stretching across several nails.

Breaking Waves

Pay tribute to turbulent but beautiful ocean waves with this manicure that showcases stunning break waves and seagulls flying over the sea.

Blue, Purple, and Pink

Add feminine flair to these pretty watercolor sea swirls with a pale pink base color. And finish the gorgeous look with touches of purple and gold accents.

Nails Perfect For Stylish Sunny Days

Get inspiration from sunny days and blooming flowers to create cute nails for vacations, no matter where you go. 

These vibrant nail designs and floral manis are some of our faves!

Minimal Florals

Sunny summer vacations call for fabulous florals. This stylish minimalist manicure features burnt orange and hunter-green flowers and leaves.

Orange Sunrise

Bright, vibrant orange and pink make the perfect color combination for a refreshing summer mani. This one looks extra special with the addition of glittery gold outlines.

Flowers and Leaves

You can never get enough florals. These rainbow-colored matte floral nails combine several colors, flowers, and leaves in one bright and beautiful manicure.

Sunny Yellow Landscape 

Sweet sunny yellow is always a good choice for a vacation manicure. Elevate your soft yellow nails further with a landscape silhouette on the accent nails.

Fruity Orange Nails

Try this fun twist on refreshing orange nails. Surround them with leaves and accents in unexpected colors like blue and gold.

Colorful Nail Art

While nail art can work with matte or glitter finishes, there’s just something super classy about a glossy mani. This multicolored manicure looks beautiful with colorful nail art and a shiny finish.

Bright Red and Pointillism

Make red polish work for your summer vacation manicure by option for a bright and vibrant shade. You can pair it with multicolored pointillism-inspired flowers with gold centers.

This combination of pink nails and black leaf nail art is both sweet and stylish. If you want a vacay mani that’s good for both day and night, these beautiful nails can make the perfect accessories for strolls on the beach to cocktails at the hotel. 

Sunset Swirls

This gorgeous and sophisticated manicure features a golden sunset’s orange and yellow colors in watercolor-inspired swirls with gold flakes. A super stylish and glam choice.

Feminine Florals

Create stunning feminine floral nails on a minimal glossy manicure. It’s stylish and sweet, and you can switch it up by alternating between painting the flowers and leaves at the top and bottom of your nails.

Pink Sunset

Break up a full pink mani by adding a stunning accent like this soft gradient nail with a sunset silhouette. It’s pretty, sweet, and stylish.

Sweet Strawberries

Combine bright red and pink to create a summer strawberry mani. Instead of painting full strawberries on each nail, mix it up with pink and red nails and berry-inspired French tips. The result is playful and vibrant.

White Vacation Nails

Who can say no to a stunning white manicure? It’s sleek and stylish. You can add some floral fun to your nails by painting beautiful summer blooms on the tips and cuticles.

Glam Works of Nail Art

Whether you want a glamorous and sophisticated manicure or quirky and cute nails for your vacation, going for nail art is your best bet!

You can opt for detailed drawings or abstract art in your chosen palette and create a manicure that will have everyone looking twice at your nails.

Turquoise and Yellow

The combination of turquoise and yellow is always so refreshing. Combine them with abstract nail art for a gorgeous and glossy nail design for tropical vacations.

Creative Contrasts

Don’t be afraid of mixing pastels with unconventional colors like this beautiful mani does, with a lovely contrast between floral and swirly nail art in pale and pretty pastels and dotted black and white patterns.

Bright and Beautiful

These nails are ready for every vacation shindig! You can easily elevate a gorgeous multicolored mani by adding gold foil details and black accents. 

Luscious Leaf Work

Leaf nail art combined with abstract shapes is a gorgeous way to create a beautiful and stylish manicure. The autumn palette makes these nails perfect for beautiful fall destinations.

Hello, Hawaii!

Pay homage to everyone’s favorite beach destination with these Hawaii-inspired nails! Create landscapes of sea, sun, and sand on your nails, and you’ll be ready to hit the beach.

Pool Pretty

Are you lounging by the pool this summer? This gorgeous, colorful gradient swirl manicure with gold accents will look fantastic as you perfect your tan!

The best vacation nails look gorgeous no matter where you go! These striking white and green leaves on acrylic coffin-shaped nails are stunning whether you’re in the tropics or the city.

All That Glitters

Opt for acrylics if you want a long mani without worrying about breakage. These nails beautifully combine stunning green glitter, intricate nail art, and rhinestones for a manicure that is exciting and elegant.

Blue Mountain

Liven up your perfect powder blue mani with a stunning white mountainscape. Perfect for wrapping your hands around your hot cocoa in your mountain cabin.

Your nude nails can be a canvas for beautiful art like these gorgeous cobalt blue tips, gold flakes, and black leaves. It’s glossy and gorgeous — perfect for travel shopping or museum hopping.

Magical Sunny Nails

The sweet combination of hot pink, orange, and yellow is fresh and fab. Make it even more fun by mixing yin-and-yang and swirly patterns and adding floral accents.

Sophisticated Style

There is something so stylish and timeless about this classic combination of beige, black, and gold. Add gorgeous leaf nail art and keep it glossy and chic. 

Frequently  Asked Questions

What’s the best polish for vacation nails.

Generally, gel polish is the most ideal choice since they last longer than other nail products, giving you worry-free vacation nails. 

The Beetles 20 Gel Nail Polish Kit is a good option for this. The kit has several fun colors for you to choose from. 

How Can I Make Sure My Vacay Mani Lasts?

If you aren’t going for a gel or acrylic manicure , you’re generally looking at a manicure that lasts roughly five to seven days, depending on your nail polish. Here are tips on how to make your mani last longer:

  • Swab your nails with alcohol before your manicure. This removes oil build-up that can create a barrier between your choice of polish and the surface of your nails.
  • File nails to keep them neat. Whether your nails are short or long, keeping your nails filed neatly prevents breaking and chipping. 
  • Use a base coat. This helps your polish adhere to your nails longer. A good base coat you can use is the OPI Natural Nail Base Coat .
  • Dry your nail polish with cool air. If you’re using your hair dryer, use the cool setting, as cool air helps nail polish firm up faster. As they dry, you can also dip them quickly in ice water.
  • Reapply clear top coat. You can apply a top coat to your nails every two to three days to maintain shine and prevent chipping. One of our favorite top coat products is the Sally Hansen Dries Instantly Top Coat , which is formulated for ultimate color protection.
  • Keep hands and nails moisturized. Avoid alcohol that can dry your nails. You can also apply nail/cuticle oil to keep your nails hydrated.

The Perfect Vacation Nail-Fie

When planning the ultimate vacay, you want everything to be perfect, from your outfits to your hairstyles to your accessories, and yes, your nails too!

We’ve put together tons of gorgeous mani inspiration ideas for your next trip, whether you’re heading to the beach, the mountains, or anywhere in between.

So feel free to experiment and try different manicures and color combinations until you can say you have the perfect nails for your travel adventures!

Need more nail inspo?

Check out these articles:

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150 Cute Summer Nail Designs To Copy This Season

  • Ana Roberts
  • May 2, 2023

Cute Summer Nails

Summer nails are a cute and easy choice that will add color and personality to your fingers. If you’re looking to experiment this season, these stunning summer nail designs feature bright and beautiful ideas that will elevate your style while keeping your manicure fun and stylish.

While there are several fashionable looks, some of the most popular spring and summer manicures come with rainbow swirls, creative artwork, unique textures, daring shapes and vibrant shades to create a warm and playful vibe. Striking and delightful, these seasonal trends will have you embracing the sunshine and expressing yourself in the most captivating ways.

For visual inspiration, browse our favorite summer nail designs to spark your creativity and transform your style.

Summer Nail Designs

  • 1.1 Colorful Summer Nail Swirls
  • 1.2 Cute and Simple Summer Dots
  • 1.3 Bright Red, Orange and Pink Summer Design
  • 1.4 Zebra Print with Summer Colors
  • 1.5 Creative French Tips with Fun Polish Colors
  • 1.6 Chic Summery Floral Nail Art
  • 1.7 Summer Rainbow Manicure
  • 1.8 Long Square Nails with Blue and Green Ocean Vibes
  • 1.9 Neon Rainbow Design
  • 1.10 Creative Pink and Orange Nail Design
  • 1.11 Simple Colorful Summer Almond Nails
  • 1.12 Gorgeous Orange and Pink Summer Vibes
  • 1.13 Light Pink and Hot Red Floral Summer Nails
  • 1.14 Funky Light and Dark Summer Nails
  • 1.15 Beautiful Pastel Nail Art
  • 1.16 Nude Nails with Colorful Swirls
  • 1.17 Natural Green Polish with Animal Print Nails
  • 1.18 Gorgeous Daisy Nail Designs
  • 1.19 Modern Summer French Manicure
  • 1.20 Beautiful Pink Swirls
  • 1.21 Chic and Simple Floral Paint
  • 1.22 Vibrant Tropical Almond Nails
  • 1.23 Fun and Youthful Nail Art
  • 1.24 Chic Summer Swirls
  • 1.25 Cute Seashell Nails
  • 1.26 Beautiful Summer Beach Theme Nails
  • 1.27 Summer Sunset Acrylic Nails
  • 1.28 Blush Pink and Teal Long Square Nails
  • 1.29 Groovy Summer Nails
  • 1.30 Colorful Summer Nails
  • 1.31 Tropical Summer Art
  • 1.32 Purple Round Square Nails with Floral Art
  • 1.33 Playful Summer Nails with Creative Designs
  • 1.34 Short Pink and Teal Nails
  • 1.35 Long Hot Pink Manicure
  • 1.36 Lavender Nails with Black Specks
  • 1.37 Nude Nails with Rainbow Swirls
  • 1.38 Summer Side French Nails
  • 1.39 Modern Bright Tie-Dye Summer Nails
  • 1.40 Creative and Colorful Manicure
  • 1.41 Aqua and Purple Manicure Waves
  • 1.42 Summer Orange and Seafoam Green Coffin Nails
  • 1.43 Cute Blue Splash Manicure
  • 1.44 Vibrant Yellow with Rainbow Florals Accents
  • 1.45 Trendy Summer Manicure
  • 1.46 Modern and Artistic Summer Manicure Design
  • 1.47 Summer Acrylic Nails
  • 1.48 Chic Summer Nail Art
  • 1.49 Summer Coffin Nails
  • 1.50 Round Summer Nails
  • 1.51 Square Summer Nails
  • 1.52 Almond Summer Nails
  • 1.53 Bold Summer-Themed Vacation Nails
  • 1.54 Summer Gel Nails
  • 1.55 Summer Graphic Artwork Nails
  • 1.56 Neon Summer Nails
  • 1.57 Summer Ombre Nails
  • 1.58 Cute Summer Nails
  • 1.59 Easy Summer Nail Designs
  • 1.60 Fun Summer Nails
  • 1.61 Pastel Spring Nails
  • 1.62 Bold and Beautiful Summer Nails
  • 1.63 Color Blocking Summer Nails
  • 1.64 Summer French Tip Nails
  • 1.65 Floral Summer Manicure
  • 1.66 Cool Summer Nails
  • 1.67 Bright Summer Nails
  • 2 Cute Summer Toe Nail Ideas
  • 3 Popular Summer Nail Colors

Trendy Summer Nail Designs

Colorful summer nail swirls.

Colorful summer nail swirls are a trendy style that add texture and pattern while giving your manicure a retro edge. Stick with slimline swirls for a delicate feel or ask your artist to blend the lines to create a psychedelic look.

Colorful Summer Swirls

Cute and Simple Summer Dots

Cute and simple summer dots across the middle of your nails can be an awesome way to experiment with art. Without overwhelming your style, combine primary colors with complementary pastels for a cohesive and sexy look that’s bound to turn heads.

Cute and Simple Summer Dots

Bright Red, Orange and Pink Summer Design

A bright red, orange and pink summer design looks particularly striking on tanned skin, bringing instant warmth to any outfit. Wavy lines are a creative way to incorporate each color evenly, but dots, florals and hearts are playful alternatives.

Bright Red, Orange and Pink Summer Design

Zebra Print with Summer Colors

If you want to experiment with classic patterns and popping shades, a zebra print manicure with summer colors is a slam dunk. Yellows and pinks are incredible choices if you want to create a strong contrast with the monochrome zebra artwork. Keep the zebra print as a French tip or split your style down the middle for a symmetrical design.

Zebra Print with Summer Colors

Creative French Tips with Fun Polish Colors

Pairing creative French tips with fun colors is an ideal option for women who want to brighten up an old-school manicure. The French tips keep things feminine and sophisticated, while dots, petals, hearts and lightning bolts add a subtle dose of color and character.

Creative French Tips with Fun Polish Colors

Chic Summery Floral Nail Art

Chic summery floral nail art can be a gorgeous choice that will make a fashionable statement. While an investment, getting intricate nail art featuring delicate blooms, swirled French tips and colored blocks will take your manicure to the next level.

Chic Summery Floral Nail Art

Summer Rainbow Manicure

A summer rainbow manicure is a cute style that will keep you looking youthful and feeling playful. Shapely swirls are an easy way to work in brights and pastels like lilac, mint and baby pink. For a more detailed manicure, play around with fruity art like watermelons and strawberries for a fun twist.

Summer Rainbow Manicure

Long Square Nails with Blue and Green Ocean Vibes

Women with long acrylics can take advantage of extra real estate by getting a blue and green ocean vibes design. Long square nails are the perfect canvas for detailed designs like swirled or asymmetrical tips as they allow your tech to work on an even surface.

Long Square Nails with Blue and Green Ocean Vibes

Neon Rainbow Design

A neon rainbow design is an easy way to embrace the sunshine and cause serious envy. For a unique approach, feature simple shapes and a nude base to create breathtaking contrast. Corals and bright oranges always look gorgeous in neon tones, but everything from greens and blues to shocking purples can be flattering choices for a trendy manicure.

Neon Rainbow Design

Creative Pink and Orange Nail Design

A creative pink and orange nail design is an opportunity to bring your personality to the table with fun art and bright polish. Dots, smiley faces, half-and-half styles and even beach silhouette artwork can last for weeks with a hard-wearing gel.

Creative Pink and Orange Nail Design

Simple Colorful Summer Almond Nails

Simple and colorful summer almond nails are an unbeatable look for practical women who enjoy shorter styles. Swirls and sections of filled color can create a striking contrast. If you want an elegant finish, vertical artwork promises to elongate the fingers.

Simple Colorful Summer Almond Nails

Gorgeous Orange and Pink Summer Vibes

When it comes to turning heads on beach days, long acrylics with bold orange and pink polish are the way to go. Chevron patterns are chic and stylish in a French tip style, but alternating block color nails are considered classic for a reason.

Gorgeous Orange and Pink Summer Vibes

Light Pink and Hot Red Floral Summer Nails

Light pink and hot red floral summer nails are a low-maintenance choice for women who want to take a shorter approach. The simple and sweet flowers take center stage thanks to the almost-nude background shade. With a few red block accents, you’ll have a summer sensation on your hands (literally!).

Light Pink and Hot Red Floral Summer Nails

Funky Light and Dark Summer Nails

Funky light and dark summer nails are a great way to add pattern and visual interest to an otherwise simple manicure. Pair pastel shades with darker swirls of each color for a refreshing and fashionable set of nails that you’ll adore looking at.

Funky Light and Dark Summer Nails

Beautiful Pastel Nail Art

Beautiful pastel nail art helps you effortlessly transition from the spring to summer months with a cute and feminine mani. A rainbow design with subtle drips looks just like ice cream, but pastel florals, hearts or swirls can look beautiful with a swipe of glitter polish.

Beautiful Pastel Nail Art

Nude Nails with Colorful Swirls

Nude nails with colorful swirls allow you to combine various colors to add depth and texture to a basic set. Pastel yellows, reds, blues and pinks are always gorgeous, but feel free to experiment with gold and silver glitter for a hint of sparkle.

Nude Nails with Colorful Swirls

Natural Green Polish with Animal Print Nails

Natural green polish is a timeless choice for any season and adding sections of animal print to this earthy color is bound to pop. Whether you choose Dalmatian print tips, a split-nail design with leopard spots or a cool zebra style, you’ll hate soaking off this design.

Natural Green Polish with Animal Print Nails

Gorgeous Daisy Nail Designs

Gorgeous daisy nail designs always scream summer with their vibrant white polish and charming pastel shades. Getting French tips and overlaying a few blooms is a simple and feminine option. If you want to dial up the drama, bright dots, green leaves or shimmering gold glitter can instantly lift your set.

Gorgeous Daisy Nail Designs

Modern Summer French Manicure

A modern summer French manicure with neutral tones and swirls of white should be any high-flying woman’s go-to design. Subtle white lines add texture and shape to beautiful almond nails, while the nude base keeps the finish sleek and shiny.

Modern Summer French Manicure

Beautiful Pink Swirls

Beautiful pink swirls are a cool and flattering way to bring the beauty of a vibrant fruit salad to your fingertips. Pairing pink and orange is a striking choice for bold types, but keeping your design simple with a hot pink and pastel combo is equally attractive.

Beautiful Pink Swirls

Chic and Simple Floral Paint

Chic and simple floral paint can be an excellent way to introduce yourself to nail art without an enormous design. Basic blooms near the nail bed are elegant and subtle but feel free to create colorful clusters for more oomph.

Chic and Simple Floral Paint

Vibrant Tropical Almond Nails

Vibrant tropical almond nails are an easy way to transport yourself to the Bahamas with a few bold and brilliant shades. Bright yellows, oranges and teals are unbeatable color choices, but working in silhouetted nail art can take your design up a notch on special occasions.

Vibrant Tropical Almond Nails

Fun and Youthful Nail Art

Fun, youthful nail art is ideal for young women who want a cute and effortlessly stylish manicure. A themed design featuring summer fruits can look beautiful dotted across French tips. For a different vibe, ice cream, lollipops, cocktails, palm trees and pineapples can be stylish and beachy ideas.

Fun and Youthful Nail Art

Chic Summer Swirls

Chic summer swirls let you channel summertime fun without getting extensive nail art or using bold colors. Pastel swirls rocked with alternating block color nails will create visual interest.

Chic Summer Swirls

Cute Seashell Nails

Creative and chic seashell nails are gorgeous designs that combine the warmth of the beach with the majestic beauty of the ocean. From pastel blue shades and glittering accents to delicate seashell artwork, this blissful manicure can be a striking look for your summer adventures. For a whimsical and luxurious finish, add enchanting gemstones throughout and cute art for a statement piece.

Cute Seashell Nails

Beautiful Summer Beach Theme Nails

Beautiful summer beach theme nails use silhouetted art, glitter and pastel shades for a unique and striking result. Fluttering birds and sailing ships are beautiful additions to any design. An ombre design representing the changing colors of the sky is where it’s at if you want to skip the art.

Beautiful Summer Beach Theme Nails

Summer Sunset Acrylic Nails

Acrylic nails that recreate the summer sunset are an incredible choice for women who enjoy vibrant manicures. You’ll want to stick with shades like bright orange, red, pink, yellow and coral for an eye-catching result that’s packed with color. For a hint of glitz and glamor, add rose gold glitter or gemstones as a finishing touch.

Summer Sunset Acrylic Nails

Blush Pink and Teal Long Square Nails

Getting blush pink and teal shades on long square nails is a simple and sexy choice for professional women. The smooth and youthful pastel colors inject a hint of playfulness into a manicure without intricate nail art or bright colors. Plus, the lighter shades will help to hide an overdue infill.

Blush Pink and Teal Long Square Nails

Groovy Summer Nails

Groovy summer nails will bring a taste of disco fever to the warmer months with bright swirls, lines and glitter. Neon shades look gorgeous over a nude pink base and tanned skin, but you can stick with cooler shades if you have pink undertones.

Groovy Summer Nails

Colorful Summer Nails

Colorful summer nails are designed for trendsetters who want to play around with blending techniques, overlays and funky artwork. Blended swirls are a pretty way to represent a summer sunset, but feel free to throw in glitter lines and French tips for more texture.

Colorful Summer Nails

Tropical Summer Art

Tropical summer art lets you ring in your vacation with detailed designs and stunning colors. Palm trees, beach balls and cocktail umbrellas are always a fun addition to a rich pastel base. For a more colorful design, Hawaiian hibiscus flowers, multicolored leaves and kiwi fruits are all fresh ideas.

Tropical Summer Art

Purple Round Square Nails with Floral Art

Purple round square nails with floral art can combine royal colors with feminine artwork for a beautiful finish. Gemstones and gold accents complement dark purple shades perfectly, and hints of green or white easily brighten up this sophisticated mani.

Purple Round Square Nails with Floral Art

Playful Summer Nails with Creative Designs

Fun and playful summer nails with creative designs will make you the life of the party this season. Psychedelic swirls, spotted strawberries and cute smiley faces will dial up any handshake. To complement your adorable artwork, keep any base nail colors vibrant and warm.

Playful Summer Nails with Creative Designs

Short Pink and Teal Nails

Short pink and teal nails prove that striking and sexy manicures can look chic without acrylic extensions. Vine leaves and small black dots create a beautiful silhouette style that pops against any pastel blue, pink and teal shades underneath.

Short Pink and Teal Nails

Long Hot Pink Manicure

Feminine and fabulous, a long hot pink manicure is a winning way to ring in the summer months with a few warm shades. A sheer and subtle pink forms the perfect base. You can then get creative with a double French tip style. Play around with magentas and hot pinks for dimension and use the extra length to add creative nail art, swirls or glitter to your fingertips.

Long Hot Pink Manicure

Lavender Nails with Black Specks

Lavender nails with black specks let you express your inner goth chick with a daring and textured design. The black specks can travel up the entire nail in a random spatter or be concentrated around the bed or tips for a simpler look.

Lavender Nails with Black Specks

Nude Nails with Rainbow Swirls

Nude nails with rainbow swirls will shake up your typical manicure this summer. Pastels and a gold leaf are an easy way to freshen up a basic nude polish, but adding holographic tips will elevate your look.

Nude Nails with Rainbow Swirls

Summer Side French Nails

A summer side French nail design can be the perfect subtle and sophisticated look you need. This modern and creative take on classic French tips will instantly draw attention. You can experiment with bright or pastel polishes to suit your style. Keep the base shade nude to draw focus to those tantalizing tips.

Summer Side French Nails

Modern Bright Tie-Dye Summer Nails

Modern bright tie-dye summer nails are a versatile pick for women who appreciate vibrant manicures. Red and yellow French tips look effortlessly chic paired with a casual pink nude. To add flair to your look, ask for a statement nail with blended colored lines in a zig-zag style.

Modern Bright Tie-Dye Summer Nails

Creative and Colorful Manicure

A creative and colorful manicure will look different to everyone, but it usually incorporates fun patterns, shades and shapes. Swirls and side tips look amazing and reliably cool painted in pastel polish. If you’re feeling feisty, go rogue with detailed art showcasing hot air balloons, blooms or butterflies.

Creative and Colorful Manicure

Aqua and Purple Manicure Waves

An aqua and purple manicure with a breezy waves design can be a refreshing look for the summer months. The cool and vibrant colors instantly draw the eye, while the dynamic and mesmerizing swirls add visual interest and shape to a nude base. For a more dramatic aesthetic, combine two or three swirling colors to create a beautiful and flowing finish.

Aqua and Purple Manicure Waves

Summer Orange and Seafoam Green Coffin Nails

Summer orange and seafoam green coffin nails are a flawless style for women who adore sturdy acrylics. The extra length you get from the extensions gives you space to experiment with swirls, asymmetrical tips and stunning detail near the nail bed.

Summer Orange and Seafoam Green Coffin Nails

Cute Blue Splash Manicure

Be the star at any summertime pool party with a cute blue splash manicure. This design combines pastel and deep blue tips on a subtle nude coat of paint for an understated but eye-catching finish. For a neater design, ask for the splash design as a sleek French tip.

Cute Blue Splash

Vibrant Yellow with Rainbow Florals Accents

Staring at vibrant yellow nails with floral accents will seriously lift your mood this season. Warm yellows look beautiful paired with a colorful cluster of daisies or sunflowers. If you want a simpler look, pastel yellows paired with single flowers can make a stunning statement.

Vibrant Yellow with Rainbow Florals Accents

Trendy Summer Manicure

Trendy summer nails are all about self-expression with an emphasis on beautiful art so rock your look and show off your personality. While summer trends are constantly changing, iridescent polish, pastel French tips, dot artwork, timeless sheer-blush tones and tropical designs will always be a stylish look on your nails. Whether you’re going on vacation or visiting the beach, having a fashionable manicure can uplift your mood and help you feel confident in your swimsuit.

Trendy Summer Manicure

Modern and Artistic Summer Manicure Design

If you want to get creative, an artistic summer manicure with modern artwork and stylish designs can spice up your nails while still looking attractive. You can embrace cute sunflowers, textured seashells with gemstones, unique hot pink splashes with black dots or mix and match ideas for a fun and playful approach.

Summer Nail Ideas

Summer Acrylic Nails

If you want to experiment with length and shape, summer acrylic nails can give you a beautiful style for the season. From bright and flawless to downright gorgeous, acrylic nail designs are a bold choice that can add strength and thickness while giving you the extra space to really customize your look. While alluring and versatile, most people are active outdoors and swimming, meaning you’ll need to devote more time to visiting the salon to replace or fill damaged nails.

Summer Acrylic Nails

Chic Summer Nail Art

Cute and chic summer nail art can take your manicure to the next level with the right design ideas. From pastel colors to vibrant shades and tropical fruits to beautiful beaches, summer artwork is a fashionable choice that will get your manicure noticed. Beautiful nail art for the summer season can feature different drawings, patterns, gems and graphics to create an amazing mural on your fingers. You can get short nude nails with abstract designs, long coffin nails with swirls or neon tips for a versatile and classy look. Simply put, your style can be anything you want so have fun, be silly and let your personality shine.

Summer Nail Art Designs

Summer Coffin Nails

Summer coffin nails are a feminine and fierce choice that come with the space to get innovative with designs, colors and decorations such as beads and jewels. Daring and trendy, this long nail-shape will taper the sides and then square off the tips, achieving a look that will easily stand out. Also known as ballerina nails, you can choose vibrant colors like blush pink, canary yellow, neon green or baby blue with sparkly glitter for a style that will drive your man wild. If you prefer keeping your manicure short, get acrylic nails for the season and highlight your exciting new look with edgy artwork.

Summer Coffin Nails

Round Summer Nails

For a classic shape and timeless style, round nails are a versatile summer look that can elevate your outfit and suit any occasion. Round summer designs can be the perfect choice if you plan to be outdoors and active for much of the season. For an elegant finish, paint your nails with a nude polish and add some shine to infuse a hint of glamour without going overboard. Try a navy or crimson color and accent it with light designs for something more distinct.

Summer Round Nails

Square Summer Nails

Durable and stylish, square summer nails are a popular and low-maintenance shape for women who are afraid of breaks and chips. You can maintain this manicure at home between salon appointments so pick a bright neon hue for an exciting change. In the spring, muted pastels are a fashionable alternative for those lazy beach days and midday parties while mesmerizing swirls, stunning abstract designs, flawless artwork and super cute beachy waves offer cool vibes all summer long.

Summer Square Nails

Almond Summer Nails

Almond nails for the summer are functional, simple and elegant but can be paired with beautiful shades and designs for a stunning finish. As a flattering style, this practical shape features a naturally rounded base with tapered sides and smoothed-out tips for a small point, creating a feminine slimming effect. You can try a light ombre, color blocking or work with your technician to take an amazing new approach. You may need acrylic nails to achieve this elongated shape, but you may have the right length to keep things natural.

Summer Almond Nails

Bold Summer-Themed Vacation Nails

Summer vacation nails can feature colorful and fun designs such as palm trees, mermaid tails, neon shades, seashell artwork, glitter, ombre styling and shimmering finishes that will blow your mind. While adventurous and outgoing designs are popular, a themed manicure for your next spring or summer vacation can also be simple and elegant for that perfect vibe.

Summer Acrylic Nail Designs and Ideas

Summer Gel Nails

Gel nails for the summer are a chic and easy choice that offer a natural look and will last longer. While slightly more expensive, a pretty gel manicure can feature some luxurious art, striking rhinestones and fresh colors for an attractive finish. Gel polish doesn’t require as much work as acrylics and you’ll still get all the cool benefits of a long-lasting manicure.

Summer Gel Nails

Summer Graphic Artwork Nails

Summer graphic nail art can take your style to a whole new level while letting your creativity shine through. Graphic artwork can encompass cute images, interesting textures, fresh finishes and fun text. For a trending summer manicure, experiment with the splattered paint effect where a glittered polish is recklessly painted across a solid, matte base to create a striking contrast. This artistic take can work with natural nails or acrylics in any shape such as stiletto , almond or square.

Graphic Art Summer Nails

Neon Summer Nails

Neon summer nails can be the perfect look to embrace the vibrant energy of the season while making a bold statement. A striking neon color on your nails can brighten up your days and elevate your style. Whether you’re going to a pool party or on a beach vacation, this brilliant manicure will shine and turn heads. The right design will vary based on skin tone since some polishes are better-suited for women with fair skin and others will complement darker tones. If you have a dark skin tone, neon green or yellow paint can deliver a stunning pop of color while purple and pink are dazzling choices for lighter skin.

Summer Neon Nails

Summer Ombre Nails

Ombre nails in the summer are versatile, fashionable and fun, featuring a mesmerizing gradient design to create a stunning manicure. With the right color combination, ombre nail designs can imitate a beautiful summer sky, a breathtaking sunset or the shimmer of the ocean for a fashionable finish. You can fade classic summer colors such as bright hot pink, baby blue, lemon yellow, seafoam green, lavender purple and ginger orange to achieve a trendy and dreamy style. With an elegant and artistic transition, your seasonal manicure can offer a magical summer celebration limited only by your creativity and imagination.

Summer Ombre Nails

Cute Summer Nails

Cute summer nails are playful and charming designs that incorporate vivid colors, attractive patterns and delightful artwork to achieve the perfect look. From adorable florals to warm tropical vibes, this fun approach will add optimism and happiness to your fingertips, uplifting your mood while spreading the sunshine to others. Start with a light color for the base then add whimsical artwork such as darker polka dots, stripes, swirls, flowers, fruits or beach-themed designs. Rhinestones or sparkling polish with glitter can offer a unique effect for a splash of fun.

Cute Summer Nails

Easy Summer Nail Designs

Easy summer nail designs can offer a striking balance between simplicity and fashion for a stylish, low-maintenance look. From effortlessly cute to eclectic and edgy, a simple look with minimalist geometric patterns or block colors can make a statement. You may mix and match soft pink, yellow, blue, lavender and soft green shades for a cheerful style that can be perfect for sunny days. For a vibrant take, consider bold colors splashed all over or clean lines and contrasting shades for extra flair.

Easy Summer Nail Designs

Fun Summer Nails

Fun summer nails are a creative and exciting look that can unleash your adventurous side. If you want to celebrate summer, start with a bright color scheme that includes hot pink, electric blue, sunny yellow or zesty orange for a striking design that embraces the season and will look striking under the sun. Playful artwork can include fruit-inspired pieces with pineapples, watermelons and strawberries or beach-themed designs with cute dolphins, palm trees and goldfish. For an adorable elegant touch, beautiful blossoms like daises and roses can be refreshing and energetic. Whether you combine multiple elements or get random colors across your fingers, fun nail designs are all about coming up with your own ideas.

Fun Summer Nails

Pastel Spring Nails

For an easy spring to summer transition, pastel nails are an alluring style that embody the season with a charming look. Spring nails are a popular choice that often feature soft and subtle hues combined with classic minimal patterns for a delicate feminine aesthetic. As a new design trend, you can get a French manicure and use a light pink or blue for the tips. For a consistent look, pastel polishes are always delightful and chic.

Summer Pastel Nails

Bold and Beautiful Summer Nails

If you want to make a statement, bold and beautiful summer nails generally feature distinct designs, dynamic colors, sparking finishes and edgy artwork to create an eye-catching look. An attractive manicure can elevate your outfit, especially if you’re wearing a floral and flowing dress with sandals, sneakers or flats. A high-contrast polish like hot pink or turquoise combined with daring artwork will set your fingers apart. To take a more colorful approach, two-tone nails are always on-trend when the hues complement each other, although a simple design can symbolize the relaxed attitude of your summer vacation.

Simple Summer Nails

Color Blocking Summer Nails

Color blocking nails are a chic and playful way to highlight your creativity this summer. Whether you want contrasting or complementary colors in chic geometric shapes, these unique designs will create visual-interest and make your nails stand out in any crowd. For a defined look, use a white polish to outline the shapes and artwork. The more contrast you create, the better the blocking style works.

Summer Color Blocking Nails

Summer French Tip Nails

A modern twist on a classic manicure, summer French tip nails are a refreshing and elegant design that allow you to partake in seasonal trends while still maintaining a timeless look. For embellished elegance, experiment with textures, metallic accents, glitter and jewels for a glamorous sparkle.

Summer French Tip Nail Design

Floral Summer Manicure

Feminine and sweet, floral summer nails are uplifting and beautiful designs that will add natural charm to your fingers. From dainty daisies to bold blooms, combine colors, patterns and floral artwork to create a diverse and enchanting garden. The drawings can be intricate and detailed or simple enough to do at home for a happy look all summer.

Summer Floral Nail Design

Cool Summer Nails

Cool summer nails are all about experimenting with new designs that exude confidence and a youthful spirit. While classy styles are perfect for the fall and winter, a summer-inspired theme should be fun, fresh and downright fabulous. From sunsets to palm trees to pineapple decor, talk to your technician about working in your favorite artwork to complement your nail shape, colors and embellishments. Guaranteed to make a splash, your family and friends will adore your manicure.

Cool Summer Nail Ideas

Bright Summer Nails

Bright summer nails are a lively choice for women who want to show off their outgoing and adventurous personalities. As a natural look for the summer, a bold color is a versatile approach that will complement any length or shape. If you plan to be at the beach, in the pool, on a cruise or vacationing anywhere in the world, vibrant and cute nails can mentally prepare you for a good time.

Bright Summer Nails

Cute Summer Toe Nail Ideas

A cute summer pedicure is a fun and playful approach that will let you throw on your sandals without hesitation. For a flawless and fashionable look, your toenail designs can match your manicure or be unique and sexy on their own. You’ll want to start by getting regular pedicures throughout the summer to keep your feet healthy, clean and maintained.

Cute Summer Toe Nail Designs

When experimenting with different summer nail polish ideas, bold paint colors, exciting designs and playful art will allow you to show off your feet with pride.

Cute Summer Toe Nail Colors and Ideas

Popular Summer Nail Colors

The most popular summer nail colors are bold, vibrant and chic choices like blush pink, sky blue, hot red, canary yellow, neon green, peach, purple, coral, periwinkle, mandarin orange and moon white. When choosing your nail polish, be creative and embrace your inner sunshine to create cute color combinations.

You can experiment with light, neon and pastel shades to adjust the vibrancy and brightness. For a timeless look, ask for a rainbow effect and paint a different color on each nail. Whether you want a classic or trendy summer manicure, these stylish designs will achieve the perfect vibe for the season.

Summer Nail Colors

Ana Roberts is the chief editor of Top Trends Guide and a former women's style editor. With a passion for everything fashion, beauty and decor, Ana created this website to help readers look and feel their best. From popular trends to cute outfits, she is dedicated to producing inspired copy. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her family, cooking, hiking and meeting friends for brunch.

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21 Nail Polishes That’ll Compliment Your Beach Look Perfectly

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Whether you strategically pack a week in advance or throw everything into your suitcase 45 minutes prior to heading out the door for your destination, there’s one thing you won’t want to leave behind for your trip: your favorite nail polishes for a beach vacation . In fact, any beauty lover knows bringing along your go-to summer shades is equally as important as packing your bikinis .

Of course, you’ll want to prepare for the possibility of your nails getting damaged and becoming brittle while your fingers are emerged in saltwater. Therefore, applying a clear top coat is essential if you’re planning on going into the ocean as it’ll provide extra strength to your nails. Additionally, according to Dear Sundays, “ a nontoxic gel will hold up better against the salt water, sand, and sunscreen than regular polish.” In that case, consider swapping your regular formulas for a gel .

To add to that, your nails should be protected from the sun just like the rest of your body. With that being said, it’s smart to choose a top coat with UV protection, such as Butter London’s Hardwear Shine UV Top Coat . Pro tip: In case your nails chip from the ocean or sand, throw the polish into your beach bag for any necessary touchups needed.

Stumped on which color to pack? Continue scrolling down to browse 21 nail polishes perfect for your upcoming trip. There are some beachy trends below that'll probably never go away, and a few surprising choices — because is there any better time to be a little extra than when you're lounging on the beach?

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Limey Green

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Looking to make a big statement with your vacation nail polish? Lime green will no doubt do just that. When it comes to the trendy color, you can go with a light Shrek-like shade with OPI’s Pear-Adise Cove. On the other hand, if you want a hue that’s more of a slime green, try out Suite Eleven’s Quarter Water shade. Side note: Consider picking up a green smoothie at a juice shop on the boardwalk for the perfect photo opportunity with your gorgeous vivid polish.

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Listen up, minimalists: Match the sand with nude nail polish . Because no, you don’t have to choose a bright neon hue for your beach polish. In fact, the shade will pair well with any bathing suit you decide to wear for your day in the sun.

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Pink is a huge trend in fashion this season, so why not coordinate your nails with your chic ensembles? Specifically, consider a bright shade for an eye-catching look. For this, you have plenty of polishes to choose from — for instance, People Of Color’s Low & Slow or Zoya’s Nail Lacquer in Dacey . And if you want a hue that skews more on the orangey-pink side, look to Smith & Cult’s Plastic Beach .

Low & Slow

A summer go-to for years, the white nail polish trend shows no signs of slowing down. And why should it? It goes with everything, is appropriate for any occasion, and can instantly enhance your (faux) tan . Despite hot white's everlasting popularity, a pale nail is always slightly unexpected; even if you choose a shimmer or off-white instead of the classic opaque hue.

Pretty In Putty

Is there a more beach-ready color than coral? Not a chance. The shade breathes summer vibes, even if your vacation is in the middle of winter. When going with coral, you have options, too: Do you want a bright shade or something paler, lively orange or delicate pink? However you choose, coral is sure to work out in your favor.

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Unexpected Color

You're officially #OOO — so get a manicure that reflects it. Try out one of the creme nail polish shades you've had your eye on for a while, like one of J.Hannah's nail colors ; each one is inspired by non-traditional nail polish shades, like those found in art or nature. Or, go with a color that fits into your off-work style playbook — like a dreamy, denim blue — but may not fly during office hours.

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Warm Metallic

Like a bright, fun color, a metallic nail color kicks your vacation style up a notch; and going with a warm metallic versus the traditional cool chrome is unexpected. Eye-catching nails are in, and there are metallics for any mood (and comfort level when it comes to shimmer). You can try out one of Essie’s Summer 2021 Collection Metallic Gold Nail Colors , like its Get Your Grove On shade for a subtle shine. For a stunning rose gold metallic hue, doll up your nails with Olive & June’s OJSM polish .

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This article was originally published on Feb. 28, 2019

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26 DIY Summer Nail Designs That Anyone Can Create At-Home

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Summer may be peak pedicure season, but that doesn't mean you can't also go all out in the manicure department. This time of year is all about bright colors, bold accents, and unexpected patterns—all of which are perfect for nail art designs. While crafting tiny works of art on your fingertips may seem intimidating, many designs are totally doable for those who don't yet have the ultra-steady hand of a pro nail artist.

However, you may want a few key tools to get started: A few great summer nail polish colors are obviously a must, as is a durable top coat. While classic polish will work fine, using gel polish is a great way to ensure that your designs will last as long as possible. To easily create small details, you might want to grab a toothpick or a super fine nail art brush if you're serious about perfecting your skills. Some nail tape and tweezers may also be in order depending on what type of look you’re going for.

Ready to create your first masterpiece? Whether you are looking to try the next big nail trend or you're just hoping to take your basic DIY manicure up a notch, here are 26 fun and wearable summer nail designs to inspire your look this season.

1. Pastel-Swooped Tips

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These pastel nails manage to check off just about every summer nail art trend by featuring fun, seasonal colors, negative space , and whimsical tips. To add even more interest (because who doesn't like a little bit of extra credit), this mani lends some extra dimension and contrast to the swooped shapes by lining them with a polish that's almost the same color as the tip, just slightly lighter.

2. Feeling Happy

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This extremely cute summer nail is certainly full of cheer. It's also one that you don't need a million different colors to try. All you need is a nude polish, a yellow polish, a black polish, and a toothpick or fine-tipped nail brush. After your nude base coat has dried, instantly give your mani a facelift by using the toothpick to create itty bitty smiley faces in different orientations and locations on each and every nail.

3. Psychedelic Magic

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Don't have much summer travel planned yet? These rainbow nails will take you on a trip. This super bold, eye-catching design is a great way to use just about every nail polish color you have in your nail kit. And with purposefully wavy lines, it’s also great if straight, precise designs aren’t exactly your forté.

4. Rainbow Tips

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Even more popular than the asymmetrical French tip pictured above are these multi-colored tips. The bright pop featured on each nail is just the right amount for when you want fun nails that feel super summery, but you also want something you can feel confident wearing from work to weekend. As this look tends to look best on longer nail shapes, it's also the perfect pick if you're looking for a style fit for acrylic nails .

5. Yin and Yang

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On the hunt for a cute summer nail art design that will also serve as a gentle mindfulness reminder? Enter: the classic yin and yang design. Not only is it visually iconic (and easy to execute), it’s also symbolically complex: the yin (the dark swirl) is associated with shadows, femininity, and motion while the yang (the light swirl) represents brightness, passion, and growth. To bring a little extra drama to this design, you might try swapping the classic glossy black nail polish for a matte shade like the KASCA Nail Polish in Velvet Black Matte .

6. Picnic-Patterned

Summertime is synonymous with picnic season. And what better way is there to pay homage to the iconic warm-weather pastime than by using it as inspo for a summer nail design idea? This fun nail art pairs delicate pastel shades with a classic gingham-type print to create a summery scene that will make the finger food feast even more enjoyable.

7. Side-Swiped

Here's a fun way to put a new spin on trendy neon nails. If using this ultra-bright family of shades on the entire nails tends to be a bit overpowering for you, try refining the look by using it as an accent color that gets paired with a classic neutral hue.

After applying a neutral base, delicately apply a swipe of the neon shade of your choosing (we're partial to this fluorescent pink hue ) along one side of your nail. Want to bump up the drama a touch? Try doing both sides so that the neon creates a graphic outline around each nail.

8. Florals, But Make Them Sparkly

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Flowers and nail art are a classic combo (in fact, we have an entire blog post dedicated to floral nail art designs ), but when you add sparkle to the mix it’s pure mani magic. The best part: this nail art design is beginner-friendly (no steady hand needed). All this look requires is tweezers and the sequins or rhinestones of your choice. First, paint your nails with the polish of your choosing (we love a neutral for this look so the flowers pop). While the polish is still wet, use tweezers to gently place your first sequin, starting with the center of the flower. Then, continue adding “petals” around the center until a flower shape forms. If the polish dries before you can get all your rhinestones placed, try using a little bit of nail glue.

9. Pretty Accent Pearls

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This manicure is the epitome of simple elegance. It could be the perfect choice for a bridal mani, although it’s understated enough for anyone to wear. The trick to making it feel a little unexpected is in the placement of the pearls: setting each one on a slightly different part of the nail gives the look an effortless, whimsy feel.

To recreate this look at home, begin by painting your nails with pale pink nail color like the SUNDAYS Nail Polish in No. 04 . Then add a drop of nail glue wherever you want to place your pearl. Use tweezers to apply the pearl, then repeat on the rest of your fingers.

10. The New French Mani

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You heard it here first: The classic French manicure is back in a big way. Invented in the ‘70s by Orly founder Jeff Pink, the French mani famously features a nude base with a white tip. There have been endless iterations since, but this new asymmetrical take gives the iconic style a welcome refresh. With one side of the white tip extending down the side of the nail, it adds a graphic twist while also giving the illusion of length.

11. Brush Strokes

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File this look under “manicure ideas for people who can’t do nail art.” The abstract, artsy mani uses negative space (meaning you’ll leave a little bit of your nail bare), one polish shade, and gold foil. If you don’t have gold foil handy, you can just as easily recreate the look by using two contrasting nail polish shades. One pro tip: Be sure to let the first polish dry completely before applying the second, otherwise the colors will blend together.

12. Glitter Gradient

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Few manicures spark joy quite like one that features not one but two of the top nail art trends: ombré and glitter. Seamlessly combine the two looks by first applying a bold shade as your base. Then, use a glitter top coat on all fingers or just on two accent nails (one on each hand). To make sure you achieve an ombre effect, be sure to apply more glitter around the tip of the nail so that it forms a gradient from the base upwards.

13. Getting Graphic

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If you're partial to neutral shades, geometric nail art is a great way to tone down the saturation while still keeping the fun factor high. This color and design combo is also a great move if you tend to prefer short nails. If you’re blessed with a steady hand you can certainly freehand these geometric lines, but if that's not quite the case, try using thin nail striping tape. Much like using painter’s tape on a wall, this tool makes it ultra-easy to create crisp lines on those itty bitty nail beds every time.

14. Summer Love

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Did you think heart nails were reserved just for Valentine’s Day? Think again! Not only is the simple motif easy for nail art amateurs to master but it also treats you to a dose of self-love every time you glance down. If you don’t want to paint them on every nail, one or two hearts per hand is all you need to add a little bit of summer romance to your usual at-home manicure.

15. Striking Sparkle

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If ombré nails are for minimalists, this full-on glitter nail is for all the maximalists amongst us. Instead of creating a gradient effect with your go-to glitter polish, this look creates a stark division halfway up the nail bed. To recreate this design at home, apply your base coat and the primary nail color of your choice. After that fully dries, grab that nail tape and apply it horizontally across all of your nails. Then, add the glitter polish to the top half, allow it dry, and remove the tape for satisfyingly sharp lines.

P.S. If you sometimes struggle to get the kind of glitter density you see here, try using our expert tips on how to apply glitter nail polish .

16. Mixed Patterns

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Can’t decide on one nail design? Try them all . Okay, maybe not literally—but it’s important to remember that there are no rules when it comes to nail art. If you feel like mixing it up on each nail, or every other, or one on each hand, go for it.

17. Reverse Triangles

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This version of the graphic mani moves the triangles to the bottom of the nail, helping to make nails look extra long. Want to give the look a little extra touch of glam? Try outlining the triangle shapes with a thin line of glitter.

18. Flower Power

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With a handful of music festivals finally back on the horizon, now feels like the perfect time to start perfecting your ‘70s-inspired floral nail art. The key to mastering this look is choosing super-saturated colors (think: electric teals like COLOR CLUB Nail Polish in Palm to Palm and vibrant fuschias (like BE A BOMBSHELL COSMETICS Nail Polish in Holy Fuchsia ).

19. In the Stars

Image of hand with constellation inspired nail art against a woman's face

Are you a little bit astrology obsessed? Even if you're not, you'll definitely appreciate this dreamy, zodiac-inspired manicure. This look works with any color combo (so long as there is a good amount of contrast between the two), but if you're looking to take it to the next level, try coordinating your base color with your (red for Aries, black for Scorpio, etc.). To create precise constellations, a toothpick or nail polish pen is definitely in order.

20. Classic Accent Nail

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Sometimes you just can't beat a classic. An optic accent nail is the move anytime you want the look and feel of nail art, without any of the effort. Just be sure to choose a contrasting color for maximum impact, like this white-and-red combo.

21. Negative Space Half-Moons

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Half-moon manis (aka the reverse French manicure) had a moment a few years ago, and TBH we’re still not over them. Not only are they unexpectedly cool, but they’re a great choice for gel nails since any new nail growth will blend in with the bottom of the manicure. Genius!

22. Sophisticated Silhouettes

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Feeling pretty confident in your nail art abilities? This expressive silhouette motif is taking over the fashion and beauty world and it makes for a perfect nail design. While some nails may be big enough to fit a whole face, you might try just doing an eye or some lips on another (just say you were inspired by Picasso).

23. Whimsical Swoops

Image of a model's hand with pink and red graphic nail art against her jaw

Meet the easiest pattern you haven’t tried yet. To master this nail art trend, all you need is a great base color, a nail art pen, and a trusty top coat. After your base color has dried, get creative by drawing curved swoops across each nail bed, making sure that each design is a little bit different than the last.

24. Analogous Mani

Image of hands with multicolored nail art against a dark red outfit

In color theory, analogous colors are a range of different shades that all sit next to each other on the color wheel (think: violet, violet-red, and red). By translating this classic design principle to nail art, you can create a multicolored look that's fun and unexpected but still harmonious.

25. Leopard Love

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If you hold the belief that leopard is a neutral when it comes to your wardrobe, why not extend that mindset to your nails? This pattern may seem complex, it's actually more time-consuming than anything else, with loose squiggly shapes it's surprisingly great for anyone with a slightly shaky hand.

26. Negative Space Stripes

Image of a model's hand with multicolored negative space stripe nail art against her face

This striped look is sporty, unexpected, and most importantly, extremely easy to do. Simply lay a piece of thin nail tape diagonally down the nail, then paint one color on one side and your coordinating color on the other (we're really digging this darker + lighter combo on each nail). Once the polish dries, remove the tape, and voilà! A perfect negative-space stripe with clean lines on either side.

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50+ Vacation Nails To Give You Inspiration!

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Are you looking for some cute vacation nails to try out?  If so, you’ve come to the right post!  I love getting a fun mani before going on vacation.  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 favourite designs, so you can figure out what style you want to try!  I tried to include a wide range of styles from ombre nails too abstract.

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:

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Below, I’ve rounded up 30+ of my top vacation nails.  Remember, feel free to pin any of the images below to recreate all of these designs in the future!

The Best Vacation Nails To Give You Inspiration!

1) bright abstracts by jennifer x lauren .

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2) Beachy Inspo by Maja Markowicz

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3) Rainbow Tips by Nail Sunny

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4) Watermelon Brights by Nail Art House

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5) Tangerine Dreams by Melanie 

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6) Shell nails by Tiffany Abbigaile Beauty

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7) Vacation Pineapple by Amanda Sudol 

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8) Abstract Waves by Nail Art House 

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9) Vacation Pastels via Jennifer X Lauren

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10) Ombre Blues by Bagabieva Nails 

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11) Mermaid Vibes by 𝐊𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐌𝐄𝐉𝐙𝐀

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12) Swirly Brights by The Nail Room Manchester 

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13) Leafy Palms by Jennifer X Lauren

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14) Vacation Brights by Chaun Legend 

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15) Pink Pineapples by 𝐊𝐀𝐑𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐀 𝐌𝐄𝐉𝐙𝐀

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16) Gold Tips by Bry

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17) Marble blues by Bry

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18) Leafy Greens by Safina Nail Studio

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19) Vacation Colors by Sandra PetrovicViva Las Nails

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20) Whites and Golds by Bry

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20) Yellow Swirls by The Hot Blend

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21) Geometrics by Eeka Beauty

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22) Lemon Cello by Nails by Daisy May 

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23) Aquamarine Nails by All  Nails

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24) Candy Brights by Nails by Gxx

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25) Tie Dye Tips by All  Nails

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26) Rainbow Happy Faces by  Nails by Gxx

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27) A Splash Of Leopard by Orla Taylor Nails

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28) Sparkle Tips by Isabel May Nails

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29) Neon Ombre Nails by Mejzi

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30) Aqua Swirls by Nails by Melanie 

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31) Pearly Shells by Jordan Ward 

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32) Matte Pastels by Adrianna 

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33) Vacation Palms by  Vanessa 

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34) Tangerine Swirls by Nails and Soul

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35) Summer skittles by Chez Nails

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36) Green Swirl Tips by Athena Rain Co

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37) A Touch Of Pink by Tori Nailed It 

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38) Perfect Ombre by Sandra Petrovic

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39) Peachy Perfect by Tori Nailed It

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40) Vacation Polka Dots by Nail Designs by Aree

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41) Vacation Oranges by Nails by Danni Moore

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42) Abstract Blues by Pressed By Charlotte 

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43) Summer Smiles by Allure Nail Bar 

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44) Rainbow Edges by Pressed By Charlotte 

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45) Flower Explosion by Sansung Nails 

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46) Basic Whites by Glow Up Girl 

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47) Swirls and Palms by Sansung Nails  

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48) Yellow and Pinks by Chars Gel Nails 

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49) Orangy Tips by Amber Nails 

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50) Tie Dye Swirls by Amy Le Nails

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51) Mermaid Sparkles by Nails by Amy 

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I hope you liked all of these nail ideas!  Any of these designs would be perfect for your next vacation!

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33 Summer Nail Art Ideas–From Sunset Ombré to Dreamy Clouds

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When it comes to summer nail designs, the bolder the better. And while bright colors are gorgeous on their own, we're shameless suckers for seriously good nail art . Whether it's an emoji-centric mani, a mermaid-inspired masterpiece, or a different color on each nail, we're here for it.

Ahead, we rounded up our favorite nail designs for summer. There is a mix of eye-catching nail art to bring to your manicurist and simpler—yet still visually impressive—DIY manis that won't take away from your precious beach time. Whatever you decide to go with, you're sure to find something among these 30 summery nail designs.

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Sometimes all it takes is a simple, albeit attention-grabbing color to satisfy our summer nail needs. This bright pink mani is Barbiecore beauty done right.

Neon Mismatch Nails

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Mismatched nails , neon nails , and spritz nails are all wildly popular—not to mention, super summery. Consider this bright nail art one for the books.

Summer Frenchies

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Summer-ify your French manicure by swapping out traditional white tips for bold, colorful shades that evoke a sunset. While this design looks stunning on long nails, it can also be adapted for shorter nails (read: baby French manis ).

Colorful Croc-Inspired

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Animal print nails are very in this year, as are bright colors. Suffice it to say, this abstract, croc-inspired nail art instantly captured our attention.

Psychedelic Tie-Dye

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If you want to get in on the fun, summery vibes of tie-dye in a more minimal way, an accent nail (or two) is a great approach.

Scooby Doo Vibes

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These colorful iridescent nails are giving us pastel Scooby Doo vibes. One word: Groovy.

Spritz-Inspired French Tips

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Can't you just imagine sipping on an aperol spritz with these sunny, '70s-inspired nails wrapped around the stem? To recreate the look, you'll need the Cirque Colors Vice 2023 Collection Set ($77).

Candy Confection

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Candy-colored swirls coupled with negative space make for one summer-centric manicure. Wear them poolside, at the beach, and everywhere in between.

Peach Emoji

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There's nothing like a juicy peach in the summertime, especially in the form of beautifully stylized nail art.

Ombré Flame Nails

Show off your love of the hottest season of the year with a head-turning ombré flame manicure.

Metallic Butterfly Nails

Metallic nail polish is trending hard, as are butterfly accents. Needless to say, this reimagined French manicure is a must for the months ahead.

Pastel Gradient

A pastel gradient is a gorgeous, low-maintenance way to get the multi-coloured, rainbow effect without the hassle of painting a full ombre on each individual nail. Instead, there's a gradient effect from the pinky nail to the thumb.

Pastel Ombré Dewdrop Nails

Dewdrop nails are having a moment, which means these colorful ombré nails (topped off with clear builder gel swirls) are bound to turn heads.

Matte Neon Squiggles

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Sometimes all you need is a few simple squiggles to make a seriously eye-catching nail look. Copy the matte orange design here or consider switching colors for each nail.

Squiggle French Tips

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Cream and shimmer polishes, abstract shapes, and squiggle accents—all within a French mani? We're here for it.

Neon Aura Nails

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Hot pink and tangerine orange are two of the hottest colors of the season, making this gem-accented aura mani a shoo-in for your next summer nail sesh.

Dreamy Clouds

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Cloud nails are the dreamy way to bring the big, blue skies of summer to your manicure. Any shade of blue (or pink and orange for sunset vibes) will do, and you can easily DIY the clouds on your own using the edge of a makeup sponge dipped in white polish.

Pretty Little Cherries

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How delicious are these cherry nails ? This fruity negative space nail art is definitely more advanced, so either tap into your patience or ask a pro for help.

Miami Pink Plants

We don't know about you, but these bubblegum pink nails with plant accents remind us of tropical vacations in art deco Miami.

Ombré Airbrush Nails

From the colorful palette to the pointy shape , these glossy nails are statement-making. The holographic gemstones only add to the head-turning appeal.

Peach Ombré Nails

Peach ombré nails are gaining traction on social media—and with a look this sweet, we can see why. Consider pairing it with peach makeup for the ultimate monochromatic beauty look.

Chillhouse Aura Nails

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How fun are these vibrant aura nails? Thanks to the Chillhouse Moon Ring Chill Tips ($16), this nail look can be yours for much less than a professional nail art mani, and in a fraction of the time, too—they're press-on .

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Craving a cute summer nail design but not looking to douse on the color? This white croc mani will make you swoon.

Summer is the perfect time to show off your love of color, but it doesn't mean you have to douse your entire nail in every shade of the rainbow. Instead, consider a wavy French manicure like the one above.

Reverse Ombré Mermaid Nails

If you like mermaid hair and makeup, why not try mermaid nails? This reverse ombré mermaid manicure is too spot-on to ignore.

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Take your love of vibrant '90s nostalgia and recreate the vibe on your nails. Instead of going full neon, opt for a French tip moment.

Lovely in Lime

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We don't know about you, but we're in love with all things lime green, and these nails are no exception. This nail design is all about adding pops of color without covering the whole nail. To achieve the ultra-crisp lines, use nail tape and keep a clean-up brush nearby.

'80s Squiggles

Old school movie theater vibes, anyone? These pastel squiggle nails are both nostalgic and modern, making them a great choice for your summer nail art.

Negative Space Rainbow Nails

If you love rainbow manis , you'll love these gradient tips. Each nail features two different shades of the same family for an intricate take on the Insta-famous nail trend.

Sunset Tips

We're in love with these sunny tips. The pink and orange combo reminds us of two of our summer faves: Aperol spritzes and sunsets.

Gilded Ocean

These cobalt-blue digits are a great choice for summer and beyond. If you love the look and want to extend it into fall and winter, consider going a shade darker each month.

Green and Eggs (No Ham)

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Have fun with your summer nail art by trying out a whimsical design on one hand and bright color on the other. We suggest DIY-ing this look. And if you mess up, who cares? Fried eggs don't need to look perfect.

Colorful Minimalist

On a scale of over-the-top to overly simple, this summer nail art strikes the perfect balance. When a minimalist design meets a multicolored palette, the result is utter perfection.

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7 Summer Nail Trends That Scream “I’m That Girl” 

By Annie Blay

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The temperatures are rising, beach days are here, and suddenly, we have a sunny disposition. That goes for our nails too: cheery, vibrant, bold colors are all we want on our fingertips. We spoke to nails artist, and they confirmed there is a hot wave of  summer nail trends that allow you to incorporate all of your favorite, lively colors into one design. 

Sure we love a simple, solid manicure — but now is the time to go all out, say, for that vacation you have been counting down the days until. This summer, more is more (is more). If you consider yourself a maximalist, rejoice. Nail art trends like skittle nails (with a different shade painted on each nail to create a rainbow of colors) and the aura nail trend — which blends multiple colors into a dreamy ombre finish — are just waiting to make an appearance on your nails.

And if you are a minimalist, you can get excited too. A neon palette may, in fact, be new territory for you, but you’d be surprised just how wearable some of these nail designs are, even in shocking hues. One standout you are sure to love is the micro French, a design that’s dainty when done in pastels but can easily be dialed up when executed with electric pink or orange. For the undeniably bolder trends (like tie-dye nails), know that there is a way to scale back these designs, while still making quite the splash.

Ahead, all the inspiration you need for an entire summer’s worth of manicures that are sure to turn up the heat.  

Meet the experts:  

  • Tolani Rosa is a New York City-based nail artist 
  • Jin Soon Choi is a Korean editorial nail artist and founder of  JINSoon
  • Hayley Dang is a nail artist at  Bellacures nail salon in Los Angleles, California 
  • Bana Jarjour is a Los Angeles-based nail artist
  • Hemi Park is a California-based nail artist and  LeChat Nails educator
  • Fabian Robles is a Sacramento-based nail artist

Aura Nails 

Blue and green aura nails

If you have ever had your aura photographed, you might be familiar with the splotches of colors that have a whole lot to “say” about your energy. That visual — as in those colorful clouds surrounding your silhouette — was nail artist  Jin Soon Choi ’s inspiration for the vibrant “abstract aura nails” she dreamed up for Christopher John Rogers most recent runway show. 

Choi used nail sponges dipped in two different shades of blue nail polish to create a diffused effect on some models, and shades of orange, yellow, and aqua on others. “To build the color, the first layer should be super light, the second layer should be a bit darker and smaller, and the center dab should be the darkest to create an ombre effect for an aura look,” says Choi. We can’t speak to the exact meaning of the colors, but we predict good vibes.

Skittle Nails 

Skittle nails

Why settle for one polish color when you can taste, we mean, wear the rainbow? For this candy-colored manicure, each nail gets two coats of a different shade of nail lacquer. Dang recommends sticking to the same color family: “If you pick a neon color you should go with all neon polishes to make a cohesive color palette.” You can give them even more flair by finishing your manicure with a layer of shimmery top coat like  ILNP Holographic Shimmer Nail Polish in the shade Secret Society .

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ILNP Holographic Shimmer Nail Polish in the shade Secret Society.

Micro French Nails 

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These Spring 2024 Nail Art Trends Are Inspiring Us to Do the Most With Our Manicure

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Meet the micro French manicure, set to reign supreme in months to come. She is the cooler, younger sister to the classic  French manicure , but with an ultra-fine tip. And “instead of a classic white tip, many are reaching for vibrant neons, and showstopping pastels to match their summer vibes,” says Hayley Dang, a nail artist at  Bellacures salon. 

Apply two coats of neutral polish (we love  Allure Best of Beauty winner  Olive & June nail polish in the shade Potporrui ) as your base color. Once that drys, “paint on your color along the very point of your nails with a  small thin brush ,” says Dang. “Make sure to use slow and steady strokes to guarantee the most precise application.” This look works on all  nail shapes but is especially cute on  short square nails .

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Olive & June

Olive & June Potporrui

Wavy French  

Wavy French nails

The French manicure is making waves… yet again. Compared to the precise nature of the classic version, this design is fairly easy to freehand. Before swirling on the art, make sure to “remove any access from your brush,” says Sacramento-based nail artist  Fabian Robles . “This is going to help you achieve thin lines and prevent blobs of polish.” Then squiggle a line around the arch of your fingernail and fill in that border with a thin coat of paint.

If you want to make an even bigger statement, consider outlining the design with a metallic polish. A golden lacquer like  Chanel Le Vernais in Phénix will really make the look sparkle.

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Chanel Le Vernais in Phénix

Butterfly Nails  

Blue butterfly nails

Spread your wings this summer and try painting an intricate nail design. Butterflies make for great nail design inspiration. To mimic the pattern you would see on the insect’s wings, Rosa draws on circles and then paints a line in between them. “The goal is for each finger to be different, so you’ll draw your circles in different areas each time,” says Rosa. 

Tie Dye Nails

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Nothing screams summer quite like a cheery tie-dye pattern — and that statement is not limited just to T-shirts. We suggest taking the print for a whirl on your nails. Instead of covering your entire nail bed in the design, leave some negative space, like Los Angeles-based nail artist  Bana Jarjour ’s take on the look. If you want to simplify things even more, try keeping the tie-dye to an accent nail or two.

Whether you decide to paint all ten tips or just a few, be sure to prep the desired section of the nail with two coats of white polish. This creates a canvas for the colors to pop. Once that dries, add a thick line of each color. The trick to getting the blurred, tie-dye-like finish? “Before the polish dries, use a thin nail art brush to lightly drag the colors upward, then downward,” says Jarjour.

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Now, watch Jennifer Garner react to TikTok trends:  

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22 Vacation Nail Designs for Your Next Getaway

People are so busy with their long-scheduled works that they can hardly enjoy life to the fullest. But, vacation is the only time when we get the opportunity to go crazy with the people we love. Summer vacation is the prime time to go on a tour.

If you sit idly at your living place then it is not a vacation at all. So, traveling is a must to make the maximum use of the holidays of summer vacation. Beach is the most preferred place to spend a vacation.

Extra attention should be given to the outfits you will be wearing during the vacation. And, you can paint your nails with vacation nail designs to add enthusiasm to your vacation days.

Vacation Nail Designs to Celebrate Holidays

The vacation period is the only time when we have the chance to spend some quality time with our friends and family.

All around the year, we keep waiting for a long vacation to celebrate the holidays. So, it’s really important to take notable preparations for the holidays. Having vacation nail designs could be the fast and easiest way of showing that you are ready for the vacation.

Most of the girls ask for the best manicure for a beach vacation and some ask for vacation nail colors, here I am answering all your queries.

#1. Short Vacation Nails

Short Vacation Nails

Vacation nail designs should be colorful, vibrant, and inspiring joy. And if you love more practical options, give them a short trim and a rounded shape.

Combine floral and natural patterns like leaves and blossoms. 3D decorations are also welcomed so find stickers that match the design. 

#2. Coffin Shaped Vacation Nails

Coffin Nails for Vacation

Going somewhere exotic? Then you must get the proper manicure! Also, you should consider not overloading the design because your nails must suit all the outfits you packed. 

Choose a coffin shape and paint flamingo birds and palms. You can also decorate with rhinestones or other pearly ornaments. 

#3. Ombre Vacation Nails

Ombre Vacation Nails

Planning a vacation by the ocean where the leitmotiv is glorious beaches, mojitos, and sun-kissed skin? Then you must know that teal and purple are the best colors for tanned, darker skin.

And you can mix them and style an ombre that you will decorate with sequins and starfish. You can even use white polish to create a scale pattern. 

#4. Beach Vacation Nail Art

Beach Vacation Nails

Have you been waiting or this summer vacation for a long time and you can’t wait to get there, enjoy yourself and take amazing pictures for the gram? Then you need a manicure that will pop in every snap you take.

Use electric pink and do a glittery ombre on which you will paint a beach landscape. Decorate the base of some of the nails with rhinestones. 

#5. Vacation Acrylic Nails

Vacation Acrylic Nails

Short pointy nails with bamboo leaves are the best vacation nail designs, especially when you’re visiting countries situated at the Tropics. To highlight this painting, we recommend styling it on a full white base.

#6. Vacation Gel Nails 

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Resembling a stunning sunrise, these short square nails are a brilliant mix between teal and pale pink colors. Combine them to get an ombre and using a liner brush, paint a black palm tree that will highlight the design even more. 

#7. Winter Vacation Nail Design

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Another vacation that will be all waiting every year is certainly Christmas! Full of love, decorations, and warmth, this holiday requires its own themed manicure.

And if you wish to add just a tint of Christmas magic, all you need is to get a regular mani and add a subtle fir tree branch with little red berries. 

#8. Couple of Trees

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This is a simple vacation nail art. A couple of coconut trees suggest the idea of spending your time at the beach with your beloved. You can have this simple design as vacation nail designs.

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#9. Caribbean Vacation Nail Design

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Caribbean beaches are the best to spend some joyful time. The vibrant culture and fun-loving attitude of the Caribbean people will blow up your mind.

You can have this navy blue themed Caribbean vacation nails for the vacation nail designs.

#10. Vacation Nail Colors

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Most of the girls become perplexed about what colors they should choose before going on a vacation. Here is a suggestion for you.

You can choose bright neon colors for this purpose. Vacation is something blissful, and bright colors will add more happiness to it.

#11. All Set

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Everything is set, now it’s time to get lost in enjoyment. This design illustrates your readiness to embrace the vacation. You can paint your nails in this way to show that you are all set to go on vacation.

#12. Honeymoon Vacation Nails

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Some vacation is the most cherished one in a lifetime. The honeymoon is something like that for newly married couples.

You can paint your nails with the tropical theme of spending honeymoon. You can spend a memorable honeymoon at the grand pineapple beach in Jamaica.

#13. Let’s Stay Close

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We all pass hectic days at our workplaces. It’s really tough to manage a large amount of time to stay close and attached to our beloved people.

Vacation is the perfect time to stay close to the closest hearts. These vacation nail designs in black and golden glow are speaking your heart out.

#14. Peaceful Vacation

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Some people love to be calm and quiet. This nail art is only for them. The images look so attractive yet calm and quiet. You can have beautiful vacation nail designs like this one.

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#15. Beach Toe Nails

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Beach nails have become so popular that girls are embellishing their toes with beach designs. You can also have these beach toenails as vacation nail designs.

#16. Summer Nails

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If you want to enjoy the summer at the connecting point of a beach and hills, this is the perfect design for you.

The design is resembling a complete picture of a natural landscape. You can have these summer nails as vacation nail designs.

#17. Loosen the Anchor

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Loosen the anchor of your boat to get lost in the wild. A vacation must be something utterly adventurous. Let’s go beyond what you know.

#18. The Flamingo

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There are hundreds of hotels and resorts named Flamingo worldwide. Among them, Hilton Grand Vacations at the Flamingo is the most renowned.

This is situated in Las Vegas and a dream place for a lot of people to spend their vacations. You can have vacation nail designs like this one while staying at the Flamingo. Add some glitters to one or two nails for the extra added glee.

#19. Shining Holidays

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This design is shining brighter than other vacation nails. You can draw some of your favorite places and activities on your nails to have designs like this one.

#20. The Togetherness

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You can have this nail art to express your desire to celebrate the togetherness with your beloved.

Sometimes, it really gets hard to say that you are dying to get his/her company. But, a simple nail design with a purple hue like this one will talk for yourself.

#21. Beach Vacation Toe Nails

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Don’t keep anything being neglected while going on a vacation. Your toes too deserve as much attention as the fingers are getting. You can adorn your toenails with vacation nail designs like this one.

#22. Happy Hours

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A vacation means having a pile of happy hours. You can have delightful mermaid nails like this picture done on your nails as vacation nail designs.

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Vacation actually provides us with space to breathe. We can feel ourselves only on a tour or a vacation. A vacation reminds us of our own selves, we get the time to listen to the beats of our hearts.

You just can’t leave your nails not cared for and pampered on a vacation like this one. So, start designing your nails for the upcoming vacation.

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Just Saying, These Vacation Nail Colors Look Best With an OOO Message

If you've got vacation on the brain, you're not alone. We're so ready to pack up our favorite  new swimwear , our easiest and breeziest wardrobe pieces, and our  travel-sized beauty essentials  to jet off and unplug. But the pre-travel ritual that eclipses all others is that sweet manicure where you select the vacation nail color you'll wear throughout your trip. It might seem like a small detail, but it's low-key the most important preparatory step you'll take.

Call us dramatic, but we're firm believers that your vacation nail color sets the tone for your trip. Picking a classic or more neutral hue is great if you're gearing up for a week of exploring sacred sites and dining in world-renowned restaurants, but if you've got beach hopping or day clubbing on the agenda, you might want to go with a more exciting shade. See how important your polish is for setting the vibe of the trip? Keep scrolling for our 9 favorite vacation-ready nail colors that will get you excited for the travel season.

Black and White

Black and white may sound like the most basic of nail color choices, but they're timeless classics for a reason. No matter what your vacation itinerary holds, you'll never regret having your nails painted solid with either of these hues or adorned in designs using a combination of the two.

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All-Over Red

This year-round color is another classic that fits into any and every vacation aesthetic. During the warmer months, reach for a hue that skews more orange for a fun and fiery jolt of color.

Shades of Blue

Take a break from winter-ready navy and step into lighter and brighter shades of blue for your next adventure. Whether it's a nail bed covered in an opaque sapphire or a solid royal blue or a negative space design that uses a more playful azure or robin's egg, you really can't go wrong.

Pretty Pastels

Pastel nails have been pigeonholed as spring's signature palette, but they're always welcome on vacation. The white-tinged hues are soft and versatile and add the most subtle infusion of joy to any manicure.

Elevated Neutrals

Sure, you could go with a pretty  beige manicure , but why not lean into the fashion set's current neutral favorites: brown and clay-toned green? They're the chicest and least boring hues that are also super versatile and muted at the same time.

Green on Green

Speaking of green, vacation is the perfect time to go all out with hues across the spectrum. Forest green, seafoam, and variations of jade and mint are all great options.

Blush and Bubblegum

Pink nail polish is always a vibe, but on vacation, it's all about those ultra-light blush tones and saccharine hues of bubblegum pink. Mix-and-match or wear them alone for an undeniably sweet manicure.

Neon Dreams

Whether or not neon nails feel appropriate for your everyday life and style, vacation is the perfect opportunity to let loose and sport a vivid, eye-catching manicure that can light up a room. Every time you look down at your hands, you'll be reminded to keep the party going.

French… But Make It Fashion

You really can't go wrong with a French manicure, and the trend has gotten revived in a major way over the last couple of years. A stylish update to the classic design—think double lines, negative space, or a unique color choice—is the perfect way to adapt it to match your vacation vibe.

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5 Summer Vacation Nail Ideas for the Top Travel Destinations ✈️🏖️💅

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Summertime calls for vibrant adventures and stunning manicures! While you plan your dream vacation to one of this summer's top destinations, don't forget to glam up with the perfect nail art. Nail stamping is all the rage this season. Let’s explore some exciting nail stamping manicure trends that harmonize with the vibes of the top 5 summer vacation spots: Cancun, Rome, Tokyo, Disneyland, and Las Vegas. Be ready to flaunt those bright summer nails!

1. Beach Fiesta – Cancun, Mexico 🏖️🌮

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Embrace the colorful culture of Cancun with an energetic and vibrant nail stamping trend. Think bright hues like warm oranges, bright pinks, and sunshine yellow. Incorporate tropical plants, fruits, beach designs, and flowers into your manicure to capture the essence of that beach getaway.

2. Historic Escapade – Rome, Italy 🍕🏛️

Nail ideas for italy like this roman statue manicure

Take a step back in time as you walk the streets of Rome with your Roman-inspired manicure. Opt for earthy tones like rustic golds and olive greens or give your nail art a modern twist to jazz it up. Add stamping designs of ancient roman art and ruins to truly embrace the Roman spirit. This manicure will feel right at home among the ancient ruins and vibrant streets of Italy.

3. Akihabara Adventure – Tokyo, Japan 🌸🍣

Video game inspired nails for your next japan trip

Tokyo is a mix of traditional culture and futuristic innovation. Reflect this in your nail art with a combination of traditional Japanese designs and modern pop culture elements. Think cherry blossoms mixed with cute anime and video game nail designs like the ones found on our Game Over stamping plate. Play with bold colors and pop-art elements to reflect the city's neon lights and energetic ambiance.

4. Undersea Enchantment – Disneyland, California 🧜‍♀️🏰

Little Mermaid nails with Ariel inspired designs

We LOVE a Disney vacation, and of course, you'll need to go all out. Break out the ears, the comfy shoes, the Disneybound outift, and dont forget the nails to match! For this Disney-inspired look, immerse yourself in the underwater magic of Ariel from The Little Mermaid with an enchanting mermaid-themed nail stamping manicure. Go for sea blues, coral pinks, and shimmery silvers. Opt for stamping designs of mermaids, flounders, or even King Triton's trident like those found on our Twi_star collab stamping plate . This mesmerizing manicure will make you feel like part of Ariel's world!

5. Casino Nights – Las Vegas, Nevada 🎲🎰

Las Vegas nail ideas for your next trip to sin city.

We'll bet on this winning hand. If you're heading to the city that never sleeps, your nails should be wild enough to keep you going all night. Opt for a glamorous nail stamping manicure with black, gold, and red or capture the old town classic Vegas with some iconic neon signs. Incorporate cards, dice, and casino chips into your nail designs like those found on our  Viva Las Vegas  Stamping Plate . Add glitter and rhinestones to capture the bling and energy of Las Vegas. Don't forget to stamp a few lucky charm accents like a horseshoe.

In Summary... 🌟

Vacation is the time to break out of the mundane and make a statement, and what better way than to adorn your nails with art that speaks volumes! Nail stamping lets you carry the spirit of your destination right at your fingertips. So, which of these striking nail stamping trends will accompany you on your travels?

Head over to our shop  to find all the stamping tools and nail inspo you need to create these fabulous nail art designs for your dream vacation! 🌟🧳

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8 Trendy Vacation Nail Ideas To Try

Try out these vacation nail ideas during your next trip! Whether you prefer DIY or salon only services, these styles will be admired.

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Beauty prep for a vacation can be almost as important as packing. Depending on the destination and traveler, self-care and vacation prep can include a short or extensive list of appointments and stops ( or a DIY night at home ). The two weeks before a vacation are prime time for high or low-maintenance beauty services, with nails being one of the most important. Selecting vacation nails can help create excitement about the upcoming trip and ease travelers into relaxation mode. 

Looking for the perfect manicure nail design for vacation? Check out these vacation friendly nail styles that you can DIY or get done at the salon.

DIY Nail Styles for Less Fuss While Traveling

Neutral designs and colors are great picks for longer vacations because they help hide new growth and can make manicures look fresher for longer. Vacationers can create some nail designs at home to save money and time during crucial travel prep times.

French Tips Are Classic

French tips are a classic option for vacation nail ideas. Check out these DIY manicure styles.

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The French tip manicure is a classic go-to nail design that is always in the arsenal, but overlooked far too often. This effortless look is not too specific for vacation destinations and matches almost every outfit color or style. New renditions of the French tip are popular, with highlight colors and accents being all the rave. 

Chrome Accents for Adventurous Vacations

Chrome is a modern nail idea that is perfect for fashionistas on vacation.

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If seeing Beyoncé is on your vacation to-do list, try out a chrome-inspired nail design. Metallic nail designs do not have to cover your whole nail, so nude or clear bottom coats with glitter top coats are a good option. Investing in press on nails is also an excellent way to prioritize ease. 

Barbie Pink Is the New Black

Barbie inspired nails are all the buzz for vacation nails.

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This trend has become more popular since the 2023 “Barbie” movie was released and flaunted all things pink and bright. The unofficial color of the summer is a great look for those wanting to strut their stuff and make a statement at every travel destination.

Ombré Nails To Visualize a Vacation Sunset

Mix up your style and try ombré nails for your next vacation.

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The aesthetically pleasing gradient colors of ombré nails are the perfect look for a warm getaway. The bright pops of color will fit the vacation vibe and does not require professional precision, so this style is perfect for DIY manicures.

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Some people prefer attention-grabbing styles for their vacations. If DIY or simple styles are not ideal for travel, show these designs to your nail tech.

Seashell Nails for Beach Goers

Seashell nails are beachy neutral nails for vacationers.

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This shimmering trend looks exactly as it sounds. It mimics the shiny and polished texture of a natural shell and is a nice neutral color. This iridescent design is a great option for travelers wanting to relax on the shore and mimic an enchanting mermaid. 

Star Studded Nails for Night Owls

Starry nails are an elegant nail design to try for vacation.

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This trend resembles the beautiful night sky and is embellished with chrome or gold stars and rhinestones (and can be added to French tips). Although this style looks somewhat simple, it takes precision and a steady hand to perfect this dainty design.

Jade Designs Bring Good Luck

Jade nails resemble the precious stones and are often embellished with gold foils. Jade nails are a great vacation nail idea for people looking too mix up their style.

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Jade, a precious stone in Chinese culture, symbolizes luck, happiness and balance. For travelers, this calming soft green nail design can bring the right energy to kick off their vacation. The jade nail style is finished off with speckled gold foils that complement and embellish the green base color. 

A Geometric and Sleek Design for Those That Think Outside the Box

Geometric nails are artsy nails that make a bold statement and are perfect for traveling abroad.

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These type of nails are diverse and can be bright or neutral or even minimalistic or maximalist. Layering shapes and colors are a nice way to add dimension to this nail look.

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Travel Fashion Girl help! A reader asks:

“Hi ladies! What do you all do for your nails while traveling? I have natural nails that I keep short, manicured, and polished. I am lucky to get a week out of a shellac polish, so that’s not a good option.”

When packing for a trip, it’s easy to remember makeup, skincare, and hair products, while forgetting about a few essentials for your nails. But there’s nothing worse than straggly nails.

Whether you plan to go all out with your manicure or just want to keep your nails nice and tidy, our readers shared their tips for how to keep your nails in shape while traveling.

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Keep Them Short and Shellacked

One of the simplest ways to keep your nails looking clean and natural is to go for the basics: nail clippers and a clear shade of polish.

One reader says, “I usually do shellac. I can go quite a while with them when they’re short.”

Add to your toiletries bag nail clippers, a nail file, and your favorite clear polish. Clean and clear nails are always in style, and it’s the perfect style if you’re backpacking or embarking on more rugged traveling.

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Get a Gel Manicure

Gel manicures are known for their long-lasting powers, plus they look amazing when you’re visiting a stylish European city, like Paris or London. If you’re heading on a longer trip, a gel manicure will last the entire time so you don’t have to worry about touch ups.

One reader says, “Only thing that works for me on vacation is gels,” while another adds, “I get gel manicures for trips because they last for weeks without chipping. I get French tips because you can’t tell when they start growing out because of the clear polish.”

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Go for Glitter or Metallic Polish

While glitter isn’t for everyone’s style, it’s also a little known secret for avoiding chipped nails when you don’t want to touch up your nails while traveling. There are so many colors and styles of glitter, and it’s a great option if you tend to wear neutrals.

One reader says, “I do glitter polish . It hides chips very well and I can touch up without it being obvious. I also keep a little nail kit in my bag with remover pads so when it gets too chunky I can start over.”

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Invest in a Good Base and Top Coat

If you love a good color polish but find your nails chip within a few days, try using a good base coat and top coat to seal in the color. A base coat prepares your nails for a smooth polish and strengthens your nails, while the top coat helps protect the color and adds a high gloss finish.

A reader shares, “I always had the problem of my nails chipping only a day or two after doing them. I recently got a very good top and base coat from Seche. I’d highly recommend it. I now get around a week out of my nails without chipping.”

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Enjoy a Nude Nail Polish

Even if your nails don’t normally chip, when your nails grow out, there’s nothing worse than bare nails next to a bright red. If you don’t want to touch up your polish while on vacation, stick to nudes and neutral colors.

One reader says, “It’s the growing out that looks weird so I tend to nude or natural looking colors ,” while another adds, “I like my nails short, nicely manicured with my favorite polish, Ballet Slippers by Essie.”

Plus, these nude colors are timeless, and especially chic for European cities like Paris or London.

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Skip the Nail Polish Altogether

If you’re more of a minimalist, avoid the polishes and focus on keeping your cuticles and nails in good condition. Bring a small nail kit with an emory board, nail buffer, hand lotion, and a cuticle gel.

One reader says, “Nicely manicured nails and well-moisturized cuticles and hands with no polish look better than nails with damaged polish. The only maintenance required is an emory board and good hand lotion. Why worry about your nails on vacation!”

Another says, “I rarely wear polish. I buff my nails and keep them at a medium length. Easy to maintain while traveling.”

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Moisturize Your Cuticles

Ragged cuticles not only feel uncomfortable, but they also look awful. One reader says, “Well moisturized cuticles make a world of difference, with or without polish,” while another adds, “I make sure my cuticles look good and keep my hands moisturized but the nails short and natural.”

There are plenty of travel-friendly cuticle oils and creams you can keep in your handbag to use on the go. For longer trips, you can pack a cuticle gel for a more intensive treatment before bed in your hotel room.

Take a look on these travel friendly cuticle cream !

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Choose Organic Nail Products

If you’re health conscious and like to know what ingredients are in your products, skip traditional nail polishes and choose ones that are organic or eco-friendly. Not only are they better for the environment, but they’re also better for you, too!

One reader says, “I quit polishing because of the toxins in polish and my nails are healthier than they ever were before. I understand the appeal of pretty colors but since I quit using anything but organic products on my body, my routines have become much easier and definitely lower maintenance and less expensive.”

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Justine

Something not mentioned that I always travel with is a small nail brush. (I seem to have nails that attract dirt!) Takes up literally no room and as I wear my nails nude I like to be able to give them a good scrub every few days 🙂

I also don’t take a specific cuticle oil- Jojoba oil does an excellent job (as well as body moisuriser, makeup remover and hair tamer) or a rich hand and body cream such as Weleda’s Skin Food.

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Hi Justine, thank you for sharing your awesome travel hacks for caring for your nails with us!! 🙂

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Even if you don't consider yourself a flowery perfume lover, there are a number of versatile, robust options that make it easy to dip your toe into the fragrance family without smelling like a full-on flower shop. "To prevent floral fragrances from feeling dated, it's important to incorporate modern and versatile notes alongside traditional floral elements," Grugeon adds. "Citrus, fruity, or green notes can add freshness and vibrancy, while woody or musky undertones provide depth and sophistication, creating a balanced and timeless composition."

Whether you're already a fan of flower-forward fragrances, or looking to challenge your scent palette, read on for a few of our favorite floral perfumes from top brands like By Kilian and Marc Jacobs that deliver a unique spin on the classic scent profile.

One of Grugeon's top picks is this gem from Lancôme. In addition to its base notes of patchouli, papyrus, and incense, the fragrance also blends together heart notes like orchid, strawberry, and of course, essence of the black rose. It's nicely rounded off with fruit-forward pear, bergamot, and tangerine. "This fragrance provides a new way to look at and experience the addictive smell of rose," she explains.

Who needs a literal bouquet of flowers when they can apply Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet Eau de Toilette? Its combination of calabrian bergamot, damascus rose, peony, and white musks make it the perfect spring season fragrance.

The stylish design of Bvlgari's Allegra Magnifying Rose eau de parfum bottle alone is enough to want to spritz it on. Add in its blend of Damascena rose, plus, more intense Turkish rose , and any true floral lover will be sold.

Anyone who loves floral fragrance but is over the scent of rose should try out Chanel's Gardénia eau de parfum. Its notes of jasmine and orange blossom make the fragrance subtly fresh and floral.

Armani's My Way eau de parfum has a classic tuberose blend that also features gourmand and fruity notes of bourbon vanilla and pear.

Viktor&Rolf Flowerbomb Tiger Lily Eau de Parfum

The latest iteration of Viktor&Rolf's beloved Flowerbomb eau de parfum can seamlessly transport you from spring to summer, thanks to top notes of coconut milk accord and bergamot, a middle note of tiger-lily accord, and mango at its base.

Just when you think you're spritzing on a classic rose perfume, Rose Oud by Kilian Paris takes things up a notch. The scent gets a spicy kick from its cinnamon and cedarwood notes that's sure to set it apart from the rest of the floral fragrances in your collection.

While Grudgeon is especially partial to Marc Jacobs's original Daisy eau de parfum this fresher iteration combines banana blossom, jasmine, and vetiver for more of a wildflower bouquet. And just imagine how fun its stem-filled bottle will look sitting on your countertop.

Tuberose is the star note in this citrus floral perfume from Ellis Brooklyn. Hints of Italian bergamot, golden gardenia, and honeysuckle add a zesty twist to its classic floral composition.

This scent's blend of black currant liquor accord, Isparta rose petal, and patchouli is intoxicating enough to spark a new romance —or rekindle an old flame.

Valentino Donna Born In Roma Eau de Parfum

Donna Born In Roma Eau de Parfum

Blackcurrant, jasmine grandiflorum, and bourbon vanilla notes create Valentino's Donna Born In Roma warm floral scent, which isn't overly sweet. The blend is also inspired by a combination of Roman street style and edgy haute couture.

Molton Brown Flora Luminare Eau de Parfum

Flora Luminare Eau de Parfum

Flora Luminare by Molton Brown is a true floral fragrance through-and-through, starting with its signature floral ylang-ylang note. Its composition also features heart notes of tiare absolute, jasmine absolute, and rose absolute.

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Flora Gorgeous Gardenia Eau de Parfum

Notes of pear blossom accord play nicely with white gardenia in Gucci's best-selling Flora Gorgeous Gardenia eau de parfum. The popular scent is finished with a hint of brown sugar that lingers on the skin for hours .

Henry Rose Flora Carnivora Eau de Parfum

Flora Carnivora Eau de Parfum

This fresh floral perfume blends earthy vetiver with fragrant jasmine, tuberose, and orange blossom for a versatile scent that isn't relegated to just the spring months. It also happens to be extremely layerable, as an added bonus.

Creed Spring Flower Fragrance

Spring Flower Fragrance

It's difficult not to picture yourself running through an English garden after a few spritzes of this soft floral scent. It combines top notes of bergamot and grapefruit with jasmine and white flower bouquet before drying down with base notes of ambergris and musk.

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Rose Atlantic

Described as "an eau de parfum built on notes of summer by the ocean in New England," this fresh floral perfume starts with notes of salt water and white moss before drying down to a rose accord with top notes of lemon oil and bergamot.

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Amyris Femme Eau de Parfum

Maison Francis Kurkdjian's Amyris Femme eau de parfum combines the scent of Jamaican Amyris tree with rare iris from Florence, Italy. The fruity-floral fragrance has distinctive notes of lemon blossom, pear accord, and sweet pea to round it out.

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"That Was 20 Years Ago, And I’m Sure It's Even Worse Now": People Are Sharing The Popular Travel Destinations They Did Not Enjoy

"The most fascinating part of the whole vacation was realizing that many people live for this place. The crowds…the prices…the lines. Never again for us."

Hannah Loewentheil

BuzzFeed Staff

When you travel to a new place, you probably leave home with high expectations. After all, you never know — you could be embarking upon your new favorite destination. But chances are, you haven't been head over heels for every locale you've visited.

Julia Roberts in a jacket over a floral top looking away against a cityscape background

So I asked the BuzzFeed Community to tell me about a destination that left them feeling underwhelmed. Here's what people said, along with comments from some redditors who love to travel.

1. "san francisco. the city was so crowded, i didn’t like the food, and the homelessness we saw all around us was extremely sad.".

Chinatown in San Francisco

2. "Virginia Beach. I love beaches, but Virginia Beach was murky and way overcrowded, and there was not much to do. It’s also near a military base, so having the constant military planes overhead was just unnerving."

Crowded beach with people sunbathing and umbrellas, adjacent to a walkway

— Chocolateboujie

3. " New York City . I remember coming up the escalator from Penn Station and immediately smelling pee. I recall walking streets that were lined with huge piles of stinky trash bags. It was so dirty everywhere, I was afraid to touch anything. That was 20 years ago, and I’m sure it's even worse now."

People walking across a street in NYC

— mellowswan58

4. "Cabo San Lucas. There were massive ships blocking the horizon, panhandlers who would stand in front of you so you couldn’t see the ocean, and hordes of people getting in the way at every snorkeling spot. There were beach chairs packed like sardines. I love other parts of Mexico, but Cabo was generally an underwhelming experience."

Cabo San Lucas Marina as seen from a resort

5. "Venice. This Italian city was so crowded and overrun with tourists that I couldn't even stop to enjoy the sights and experiences around me."

People sitting at an outdoor café in a busy square with an ornate building in the background

— alyssiadspence

6. "Disney World. My whole family was so excited about this Florida vacation, and we could not wait to get there. But we spent more money than planned (we still can’t even stomach how much we spent), we fought more as a family than we ever had, and we stood in line after line after line. The most fascinating part of the whole vacation was realizing that many people live for this place. The crowds…the prices…the lines. Never again for us."

Cinderella Castle at Disney World with visitors in front, clear sky

7. "Bora Bora in French Polynesia. Yes, it’s so beautiful, but there’s really nothing to do beyond the beach. And you have to stay at one of the super-expensive resorts to actually make a trip there worthwhile. The other destinations in the Society Islands were more fun and still just as gorgeous."

Overwater bungalows extend from a wooden pier into a calm sea under a sunny sky

8. "Egypt. I was so excited to go, but it was the worst place I’ve ever traveled to. Everyone tried to scam me relentlessly, from the airport clerk to the taxi drivers and the pyramids tour guide. People will tell you they recognize you from the day before, and they'll try to get you to ride their donkey and follow you even when you say multiple times that you’re not interested. It was impossible to walk half a block from my hotel to try to buy water without people constantly stopping me trying to get money in some way and some form. It was absolutely exhausting."

The Great Pyramids of Giza with tourists and camel rides in the foreground

— poeticfish417

9. "Tulum, Mexico. It has beautiful beaches but is otherwise completely devoid of character. It's expensive and boring (unless your only goal is to party with other tourists)."

Beach with visitors below ancient ruins, clear sky, and a traditional hut on the left

— coolmug64

10. "Sydney. I found it to be a very boring city. I hate that I wasted so much of my time in Australia there. Bondi Beach was just okay, and seeing the iconic landmarks like the Opera House felt like checking things off a box. After that, I wasn't sure how to spend my time. The city has no personality. As soon as I hopped on a train west, I saw incredible landscapes and met truly genuine folks. You can do Sydney in a day or two. I wish I’d headed into the bush the minute my plane landed."

Crowded beach with people sunbathing and swimming, cityscape in the background

11. "Bali. This Indonesian island is still great in many ways, but it is increasingly overrun by obnoxious tourists and expats. I'm talking vapid, entitled influencer (or wannabe influencer) kinds of tourists/expats who wait in long lines to take selfies at historical/spiritual sites that they don't bother to learn anything about."

Beach scene with people on bean bags under umbrellas at sunset

12. "Amsterdam. It was so crowded, chaotic, and easy to get run over by other tourists on bikes who've never ridden before. I feel like it's romanticized a lot, but the first time I visited, I was genuinely disappointed. It's definitely dirty on the streets, and the canals have a lot of waste drifting in them."

Street view with people cycling and walking, historical buildings, and a church with twin spires

— u/Marveloes

13. "Paris. What a colossally overrated city. I’ve always heard that Paris syndrome was a real thing, but I wasn’t prepared for how disappointed I was actually going to feel after visiting. The crowds were atrocious, the locals are not friendly, to say the least (even though I could speak some French), and everything was absolutely filthy. And this is all coming from a San Francisco native!"

A bustling city street scene at night with illuminated shop signs and a crowd of pedestrians

14. "Portland, Oregon. My best friend and I drove across the country from Florida to Washington, stopping for national parks, iconic eateries, and more. We read so many good things about Portland online, but in reality, it was one of the most depressing places I’ve ever seen. The hotel itself was awesome, but outside those doors, the downtown area was awful. There was tons of open drug use, naked people on the sidewalk, and the smell of bodily fluids everywhere. It was too much. We saw other parts of Oregon and loved it (especially Cannon Beach), but Portland was a major disappointment."

The sun sets over a busy avenue in downtown Portland

15. "Santorini was pretty disappointing, in my opinion. I feel like the photos I've seen online must have been photoshopped. I expected beautiful views but ended up having to crop graffiti and dirty buildings from the backgrounds of my pictures. It was also so expensive. The cheapest lunch option I found was a small wrap for 11 euros. It really felt like a tourist trap. Rhodes, on the other hand, was gorgeous and affordable. This island was home to beautiful beaches and old medieval buildings. I would avoid spending much time in Santorini, considering how much more expensive it is than other, equally beautiful Greek islands."

Crowd of people gathered in Santorini overlooking the sea and islands

16. "The Alhambra in Granada, Spain. It was so crowded, especially considering how small it actually is. I’d seen so many photos of the Alhambra where it looked so stunning, and I envisioned it being this serene palace. In reality, though, it was beyond packed with tour groups. Perhaps this is a good instance of how inaccurately social media can represent popular tourist destinations."

Group of people under an ornate archway, looking toward a building's intricate facade

17. "Atlantis in the Bahamas. You have this image of a luxury resort before visiting, but upon arrival, you find this incredibly overcrowded place (and that’s *before* the cruise people arrive and completely take over the property during daytime hours). Anytime there was an issue with service, they would blame it on 'island time.' If one more person said the phrase 'island time,' I was going to lose it. We had thousand-dollar excursions, private cabanas, and dinner reservations all cut short due to island time. Paradise Island was beautiful, but we're never going back to Atlantis."

Atlantis Caribbean beach resort, with white sand coastline

18. "Naples. I did a big European trip after college and spent about a month in Italy. Naples was EASILY the worst place we visited. Seedy, run-down, trashy, unsafe, you name it. Would never go back."

The busy corner with street vendors between Via San Gregorio Armeno and Via San Biagio dei Librai in Naples

— u/ wanna_meet_that_dad

19. "Barcelona was disappointing to me. If you aren't a big drinker and don't want to do a lot of shopping, the city is kind of boring. Spend a day on the beach and another day touring, and you've pretty much done it all. That being said, going to La Sagrada Família was incredible. It made the rest of the boring trip totally worthwhile."

Crowded urban street with pedestrians walking, trees lining the path, and kiosks on the sides

20. "Nashville. Traffic is a nightmare, and you cannot enjoy the downtown area because it is so loud. All of the bars have music blaring out into the street, and it just blends together into one high-decibel sound wave. Not to mention, there are people who are homeless passed out in the middle of the sidewalks. The city reeks of urine and sewage, and on weekends, you cannot even walk without getting bumped into. Don’t even get me started on all the party buses, tractors, and pedal taverns that further congest things and add to the noise, with everyone in town for sorority events and bachelorette parties."

A busy street at night with neon signs and crowds in Nashville

21. "Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. It's very artificial feeling, and the whole city has a crowded amusement park feel. There's nothing eye-catching. It feels like a lesser clone of Singapore."

Aerial view of Dubai Marina futuristic skyline with a man-made lake in the middle

— gabrielavillegasn

22. " Las Vegas , for me. I know it's a very popular tourist spot in the US, but I just can't stand going there. Like most people, I was excited to go at first, but just taking a big whiff of the air there makes me gag now. The streets can be really dirty, and traffic is terrible. It is really dry, and I personally can't stand not being near a body of water."

Las Vegas at night

— UncleBenjamin

23. "The Big Island of Hawaii . I recently went on a trip to the island. So many people rave about the views and the hiking trails past beautiful waterfalls. I was there for two weeks and spent roughly half of my time driving. Any waterfall 'hikes' were more aptly just short walks from the parking lot and up a couple of stairs. The volcanoes were cool, the weather was nice, and the views were okay, but I don’t think I would spend the time or the money to go back."

Visitors beside a rocky stream with a waterfall in a lush landscape

24. "Costa Rica. This country felt like a tourist trap. In many places, you have no option but to stay at an all-inclusive resort and purchase travel packages for adventure sports like zip lining, horseback riding, and more. There isn't much opportunity to deviate from these packages, and it's also very expensive. I felt that it was hard to learn anything about the local or Indigenous culture."

A person zip lining over trees and rainforest

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Elektrostal, Russia

Region: Moscow Oblast

Geographic coordinates: 55.783300, 38.466700, temperature range: -40.0°c to 30.0°c (-40°f to 86°f), climate: cold and snowy winters, mild summers with occasional heat waves., population: 158508, language: russian.

Elektrostal, Located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, Is a city known for its industrial heritage and diverse economy. With a population of around 150, 000 people, It lies approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow. Founded in 1916 as an industrial center for steel and metal production, Elektrostal’s most notable landmark is the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant (EMZ). The plant produces various steel products including railway wheels, Pipes, Wire rod, And sheet metal. Apart from its industrial significance, Elektrostal offers several cultural attractions that are worth visiting.

The Museum-Estate Kuskovo features an impressive collection of art and artifacts from the 18th century. Lake Senezh – a large freshwater lake outside Elektrostal’s city limits – provides opportunities for swimming, Boating or fishing during summer months. Elektrostal also has several parks where visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking or cycling. Gorky Park features walking paths along with sports facilities like tennis courts and basketball courts. Public transport within Elektrostal itself is convenient with numerous bus routes connecting different parts within the city limits as well as nearby towns like Noginsk or Dmitrovskiy Districts in Moscow Region.

Overall Elektrostal offers visitors an interesting mix of industrial heritage, Cultural attractions and natural beauty making it definitely worth a visit whether you’re interested in learning about Russia’s steel industry or simply want to enjoy the outdoors.

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Important Landmarks

  • The Museum of Local Lore – it showcases the history and culture of the town.
  • The Church of St. Nicholas – a beautiful Orthodox church built in the 19th century.
  • Victory Park – a large park with several monuments dedicated to World War II heroes.
  • Ice Palace Vityaz – a modern ice arena that hosts various sports events and concerts.
  • Elektrostal Central Park – a popular spot for picnics, walking, and outdoor activities.
  • The Monument to Soviet Soldiers – located in Victory Square, it honors soldiers who died during World War II.
  • Elektrostal History Museum – displays artifacts from ancient times to present day including photographs, documents, paintings etc.,
  • Kuzminsky Park- A beautiful park with greenery all around perfect for spending some quality time with family or friends

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Primary Industries

  • Metallurgical Industry: Elektrostal is renowned for its steel production industry that involves the manufacturing of steel pipes, wires, sheets and other metal products.
  • Chemical Industry: The city boasts several chemical plants that produce chemicals such as ammonia, fertilizers and plastics.
  • Machinery Industry: Elektrostal has a significant machinery industry that produces machine tools, mining equipment and other industrial machinery.
  • Construction Materials Industry: There are several cement factories in the city producing cement and concrete products.
  • Food Processing Industry: Several food processing plants operate within the city producing dairy products, meat products and other food items.
  • Energy Sector: The city houses a thermal power plant which supplies electricity to the region.
  • Retail and Service Sector: Additionally, there is a well-developed retail sector with shopping centers, supermarkets and small shops catering to the local population’s needs.

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Noteable History

  • The city was founded in 1916 as a center for steel production during World War I.
  • During World War II, Elektrostal played a crucial role in supplying the Soviet army with weapons and ammunition.
  • In 1957, the first nuclear power plant in Russia was built near Elektrostal.
  • The city is known for producing high-quality steel that is used in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, and construction.
  • Notable people from Elektrostal include Olympic gold medalist figure skater Irina Slutskaya and former Russian Prime Minister Sergei Kiriyenko.
  • In recent years, the city has undergone significant modernization efforts to improve its infrastructure and attract new businesses to the area.

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Museums and Things To See

  • Museum of Local Lore: This museum showcases the history and culture of Elektrostal and the surrounding region.
  • Victory Park: A large park dedicated to the victory in World War II, with monuments, memorials, and a military museum.
  • Church of St. Nicholas: A beautiful Orthodox church with stunning frescoes and icons.
  • The House-Museum of V.V.Vorovsky: This museum is dedicated to the revolutionary leader Vorovsky who lived in Elektrostal for a time.
  • The Central Culture and Leisure Park: A popular park with various attractions like amusement rides, sports facilities, cafes etc.
  • The Monument to the First Builders of Elektrostal: This monument commemorates those who built the city’s first industrial complex.
  • Art Gallery Art-El: An art center featuring works by local artists as well as exhibitions from around Russia and beyond.
  • Museum Elektrosvet: A unique museum showcasing lighting equipment from various periods starting from 19th century till present day.

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Cultural Events

  • City Day Celebration: This festival is held annually on the first weekend of September to celebrate the founding of Elektrostal.
  • International Festival The World of Dance: A dance festival featuring performances from various countries around the world.
  • Folklore Kaleidoscope Festival: A cultural event showcasing traditional folk music, dance, and costumes from different regions of Russia.
  • Art-Electro Festival: An art exhibition featuring works by local artists as well as artists from other parts of Russia.
  • Jazz Festivals: There are several jazz festivals held throughout the year in Elektrostal which feature performances by local and international jazz musicians.

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  • Shashlychnaya No. 1 – A restaurant specializing in shashlik (Russian kebabs) and other grilled meats.
  • Cafe U Dvukh Medvedey – A cozy cafe serving traditional Russian dishes like borscht, pelmeni (dumplings), and blini (pancakes).
  • Pivnaya Apteka – A beer bar with a wide selection of craft beers from Russia and around the world.
  • Kebab House – A fast-food chain offering various types of kebabs, falafel wraps, and salads.
  • Cafe Podkova – Another cozy cafe serving Russian dishes like beef stroganoff, chicken Kiev, and dumplings with different fillings.
  • Restaurant Kolbasny Dom – A meat lover’s paradise with various types of sausages, smoked meats, and steaks on the menu.
  • Sushi Master – For those who crave Japanese cuisine; this sushi restaurant offers fresh sushi rolls and sashimi plates.
  • Pizzeria Mama Mia!- If you’re in the mood for Italian food; this pizzeria offers delicious pizzas made from scratch using fresh ingredients.
  • Cafe Kamelot- A cozy café serving traditional Russian dishes such as borscht soup,pelmeni (dumplings),and vareniki(boiled dumplings).
  • Restaurant “Gagarin”- Named after Yuri Gagarin; this restaurant serves European cuisine including steaks,pasta,and salads along with exotic cocktails to choose from!

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Parks and Recreation

  • Central Park of Culture and Rest
  • Park of the 50th Anniversary of Victory
  • Park of the 300th Anniversary of Elektrostal
  • Sports and Recreation Complex Olympic
  • Ice Palace Elektrostal
  • Ski resort Krugloye Ozero
  • Beach complex Sunny Beach
  • Tennis club Elektrostal
  • Bowling club Strike
  • Paintball club Delta Force

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Does the world really need an Eggo pancake vacation rental?

The gatlinburg, tenn., house is the latest marketing stunt to promote a short-term rental company.

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Syrup appears to be dripping from the roof. The paint on the outside resembles a stack of flapjacks. One bedroom is covered in trippy pancake-patterned wallpaper — and decked out with fried-egg night tables. The chimney resembles a stick of butter.

Is it a hangover cure masquerading as real estate? A Willy Wonka-esque breakfast factory? A kitschy nod to the most important meal of the day?

Actually, it’s the Eggo House of Pancakes , a temporary treatment of a Gatlinburg, Tenn., home that will open for free three-night rentals throughout March. The first weekend stay opened for bookings Wednesday.

The promotion has a twofold mission: to raise awareness of the Germany-based vacation rental site HomeToGo , which is listing the pancake house, and to boost Eggo’s lesser-known breakfast food.

“Everyone knows that Eggo is synonymous with waffles, but this year, we wanted to give our pancakes a moment to shine in a way that felt larger-than-life — literally,” Joe Beauprez, senior director of marketing for frozen foods at Eggo owner Kellanova, said in an emailed statement.

The pancake house might make your mouth water — or your eyes roll. It’s the latest example of a hospitality crossover trend that brought us a Peeps-inspired suite in Pennsylvania, the Barbie DreamHouse Airbnb in Malibu and a Taco Bell pop-up hotel in Palm Springs, Calif.

Airbnb has cornered the market on branded stays: The world’s last Blockbuster , in Oregon, won headlines by taking reservations for sleepovers for three nights. Gwyneth Paltrow opened her Goop-infused guesthouse in Montecito, Calif. The “Home Alone” house , re-created “Hocus Pocus” cottage , “Ted Lasso” pub and Scooby-Doo van have all been listed, too.

Danielle Finch, director of customer experience at HomeToGo, acknowledged the “experiential rentals” that walked so the Eggo house could run. She said the company hopes to collaborate with other brands in the future.

“Partnering with an iconic brand like Eggo to create a unique, pancake-filled experience was an incredible opportunity for us,” she wrote in an email. “We had the chance to tap into their iconic brand and large following plus expertise across North America to work together and create something truly special for our guests.”

Chekitan Dev, who teaches brand management at Cornell University, said in an email that there’s a long list of consumer brands that have tried to enter the lodging space — sometimes successfully, sometimes not. He said a promotional effort like the pancake house could bring some value, or it could backfire.

“In the short term, the potential upside is some media exposure, somewhat gimmicky,” Dev said. “The potential downside is the guests could have a horrible stay and damage the sponsoring brand.”

The Eggo house promotion was carefully crafted: Bookings opened on National Pancake Day (or at least one of three days that appear to be pancake-devoted). Gatlinburg was chosen because it is popular on the booking platform — and because it’s the so-called Pancake Capital of the South. The city also has one of the main entrances to Great Smoky Mountains National Park , which attracted a system-high 13.3 million visitors in 2023.

Beds and beanbag chairs are made to look like pancakes. Mini pancake s’mores — toasted in a fire pit that overlooks the Smoky Mountains — are suggested. A news release promises a “maple syrup fountain” and an “Eggo pancake-fied pool table.” The freezer will, of course, be packed with microwaveable pancakes.

After Wednesday’s initial opening, the flapjack-obsessed can try at noon on the first three Mondays in March to reserve a stay for up to eight people for weekends later in the month. Travel to and from Gatlinburg is not provided. Eggo will confirm guests on a “rolling, first-come-first-served basis,” the company said.

It’s not clear who actually stays the night in these promotional pop-ups. Airbnb doesn’t provide updates from the people who snag a night at Gwyneth’s guesthouse, Barbie’s beach house or the FAO Schwarz toy store.

Singer Rita Ora and her husband, filmmaker Taika Waititi, visited an Airbnb version of Shrek’s Swamp late last year, complete with ogre cosplay. In an Instagram video that she labeled an ad, Ora shows off the rustic furnishings and a terrible accent.

Media and influencers were invited to stay at “The Bell,” Taco Bell’s offering in 2019.

“Look how beautiful and aesthetically pleasing this is,” one YouTuber said , showing off a bed and Taco Bell-inspired wall mural (and multiple bags of chips). “I think this is the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in.”

At the Eggo House of Pancakes, the custom makeover will last only through March. But Beauprez said in his email that some of the breakfasty touches might remain.

“We’re excited to hear the homeowner wants to keep some of the pancake decor intact for future flapjacks-lovin’ guests to enjoy!” he wrote. “Fans will have to check back in April to see what’s next for this cabin in the Smoky Mountains.”

Where to go

Our favorite destinations: These 12 destinations are at the top of our wish list for where to go this year, without crowds. In 2023, we explored an Alaskan bear paradise, Brooklyn’s famous pizzerias and a hidden gem in Italy, among other highlights ..

Travel like a local: Residents share their favorite places in our top city guides: New Orleans , Rome , Tokyo and Mexico City .

National parks: This comprehensive guide has details on all 63 U.S. national parks. For a deep dive into five of the most well-known, you can listen to the Field Trip podcast . Then explore tips from locals for visiting Yosemite , Glacier and Everglades .

Tales from the road: Dolly Parton has opened a new resort at her theme park complex in Tennessee, while “Fixer Upper” stars Chip and Joanna Gaines have a new hotel in Waco . Road-trippers may be just as excited to see the cartoon beaver at Buc-ee’s , and bargain-hunters should consider a stop at the Unclaimed Baggage store in Scottsboro, Ala.

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