- 60 Summer Nail Designs You Need To Try For 2026
60 Summer Nail Designs You Need To Try For 2026
| 11 May, 2026 482798 
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Are you ready to dive into the 2026's hottest summer nail trends?
With clients heading off on their summer holidays, it's time to prepare your summer .
We're about to unleash a BUMPER ROUNDUP of 60 sizzling summer nail designs that'll have your clients swooning all season long.
We're seeing plenty of orange, pink and blue this year - From bold and bright neon to floral prints and summer swirls, your nail clients are going to be spoiled for choice!
60 Summer Nail Designs To Try
1. Ombré Pink & Orange French
@ccnailsandcoA subtle nod to summer with pretty pink and coral tips - perfect for clients who want a subtle pop of colour.
2. Summer Flowers
@sunkissedbeautyacademyWe absolutely love this periwinkle blue shade, and we have a feeling it'll be a big hit this summer for both mani's and pedis!
3. Crazy for Cow Print
@charsgelnails_
Is it cow print or Dalmatian print? Either way, we are so here for it, especially with the pop of punchy pink!
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4. Flower Season
We love a mix-and-match theme; these nails are a summer floral dream!
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in 'Nina', 'Royal Red', 'Glory' & 'White'.
5. Lavender Haze
@beautybybecca____Lilac is a go-to shade of the summer season; it's pretty and feminine and goes with everything!
6. Holiday Mode Activated
@reflectionbeautyspecialistsBring that salty air, blue skies, and sunshine to your day with these gorgeous seaside-inspired nails. They're so cute!
7. Ice Cream Nails
@ambers_beauty_roomWe love this ice cream pairing of peach and yellow. The subtle flower nail art adds just a hint of detailing that is perfect for adding a touch of extra interest.
8. Summer Vacay
@cathrinekhomOrange and pink are THE colours of summer 2026, and we love this gorgeous combo.
9. Swirls for days
@mani.bykbSwirls, but not as you know them! More like strawberry sauce on an ice cream sundae!
10. Cherry Baby
@monika__nailsYou can't go wrong with a cute cherry detailing leaning into 2026's coquette nail trend.
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in 'Gel My Pearl', Barbie Party', ' Love Shack' & 'Wonderland'.
11. Orange Juice
@paiwalovesFreshly squeezed orange juice - perfect for holidays to the Amalfi coast... Is it Aperol o'clock?
12. Summer Smilies
How CUTE are these nostalgic smileys AND they glow in the dark!
13. Summer Swirls
@beautyspace_charlotteIce Cream swirls with a retro nod to Y2K nails.
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14. Can't decide? Mix & Match!
@nailsbyerin.__We are here for clients looking for fun nails, those who don't take themselves too seriously and are happy to experiment!
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15. Pretty Pastels
@nailsby_gxxWe adore these girly pastel nails, and they scream summer.
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Using in 'Love me', 'Crazy in pink', 'You're beautiful' & 'Pinkerbel Cover.
16. Funky French
@sophiealice_nailsFor a twist on a French tip, we love these playful nails.
17. Aperol Season Is here
@mannacuredWe are so here for the graphic line art on these beauties! You're not restricted to using orange; you could adopt the design in any colour your client chooses.
18. Palm Tree Breeze
@gelsbygodaGreen and pink. What a combo! Fun, creative and statement.
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19. Froggy Friday
@ninabrowsandbeauty
How cute are his little rosy cheeks? These are our absolute faves.
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20. Bold 'n' Bright
@samrosenails
Pink and orange! Did we tell you there was a theme this summer? We love the graphic prints of these gorgeous summer nails.
21 Pastel pink butterflies
@nailsbyholly___For clients looking for a subtle mani this summer. This butterfly nail art is super chic!
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22. Petal Power
@by_hannahtaylorBlue and pink, it's giving Polly Pocket vibes!
23. Lollipop Loving
@mannacuredWhy settle for a standard French mani when you can have all the colours?
24. Rainbow Dreams
@laurenfoynailsA really cute way to do neons, which don't always have to be bright and in your face, as shown here by Lauren Foy.
25. Coloured Tips
@_nailsbytan_xMore coloured tip inspo. Simple, chic and understated.
26. Mediterranean Ocean
@nails.by.iz_We absolutely love this nail design that is ON POINT for a holiday to Santorini!
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27. Summer Fun!
@nailsby.hailsLike a summer pick 'n' mix, we absolutely love these bright, fun nails by Hails!
28. Summer Shakedown
@nailsbynicole.__These nails remind us of Slush and candyfloss machines at the side of the beach... Dreaming of summer!
29. Floral Crown
@lindseysbeautylounge1
We absolutely love the creativity here with the floral framing detailing.
30. Summer Neons!
@
@byjadebarnes
We absolutely love these popping shades of purple and orange and pink and blue - A real jewel fest!
31. Strawberries ’n’ cream
@gelbyjayA Strawberries and cream dream! Good enough to eat!
Get the look
in 'Dream' 'Harper' 'White' & 'Jodie.
32. Fun Frenchies
@sohnsnailstudioA subtle cherry-nail look that you'll be able to get away with at the office. We won't tell if you don't.
Get the look
in 'Ivy', 'Royal Red', 'Capri' & Glossy Top
33. Summer Solstice
@d__h__nails
These nails give girly graffiti vibes, and we are so here for it.
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34. Strawberry Dream
@
@_nasanailsNothing says summer more than Strawberries! We love this cute floral / strawberry fruit pairing.
35. Peaches and Cream
@
@nailsbynicole.__If you love a peach shade in summer, we definitely recommend this combo.
36. Summer Skies
@
@nailsbynicole.__Peach and blue...DREAMY!
37. Unicorn Dreams
@ognailsukWe are hypnotised by these gorgeous nails.
38. Chrome Moment
@
@joelyoceannailsMesmerising chrome and pink, bang on trend this season!
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39. Lemon Pie
@
@allnailss._Lemon sherbert nails are a gorgeous, delicate choice.
42. Floral Tips
@gelsbybryLilac and white combo, we are SO here for it.
43. Cherry Queen
@nailsbyblg_We have a feeling that cherry print is the nail art print of summer 2026.
44. Pink & Orange Petals
@gelsbybryFlower power on point!
45. Polka Dot
@kcnailx
Another subtle French look, with a hint of colour.
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Using in 'Nude', 'Bright', 'White', 'Keylime', 'Tangerine' and 'Pom Pom'.
46. Neon Dreams
@__nailsbyalexWe love these bright neons complete with lighting strikes.
47. Clashing Prints
@xnailsbypoppyIf your client can't decide, mash it up!
48. Baby pink BIAB
@_.katiesbeautyPerfect for clients looking for a hint of nail art.
49. Ombre Pink
@thenailshed_kimAn ombre pink is a gorgeous choice for summer, looks cute with all outfits.
50. Bold Florals
@gelpolish_bar
Funky flowers, a fun twist on a classic style.
51. Chrome Tips
@nailsby_chloe_xSubtle, shiny and sassy!
52. Totally Trippy
@byjadebarnesWe love these trippy, psychedelic nails, perfect for festival season.
53. Gingham Florals
@_nailsbyemmaa_Summer nails, amplified! Perfect for picnics in the park.
54. Cutie Fruity
@aprildamsbeautyHow cute are these little fruit prints?!
55. The prettiest
@gracead_beauty
On Wednesdays we wear pink!
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Using in 'Nude' & 'Bright White'
56. Neon Green
@idei_nogteyA pop of neon green is the perfect way to get creative with colour without making too much of a statement.
57. Summer wedding ready
@silkbeauty.ukPerfect for bridesmaids or if your client is heading to a wedding as a guest.
58. A Different Vibe On Every Nail
@
@ognailsukThis nail design for 2026 is such a vibe! All the colours are giving SUMMER.
59. A Different Vibe On Every Nail
@byvictoriamjThis set is definitely something a little different, but the contrast of colours & styles is everything.
60. A GREEN DREAM
@glamgalbeauty_
Last but certainly not least, the green dream! How gorgeous is this nail shot on @glamgalbeauty_'s pillow green bag?
Obsessed is an understatement.
And that's a wrap! 60 nail designs perfect for clients during the summer months...
let us know via our Instagram or Facebook if you try any out today
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