Summer Nail Colors Inspiration
Looking for some fun summer nail ideas and inspiration? I’ve got you covered. With the changes in season, opting for fun nails is one of the easiest ways to embrace the sunshine in your daily life. Whether you prefer reds or blues, earthy tones or brights, there are plenty of ways to get cute summer nails with your next manicure! Here, I’m sharing some of my favorite summer nail ideas with nail polishes for sunny days.
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Fun Summer Nails to Try
As far as summer nail colors go, I love rich, earthy colors, including the gorgeous Rocky Rose by Essie, my choice for a bold red. For my summer nail round up, I opted for the more vibrant versions of my go-to spring nail colors, with plenty of variety to suit individual taste.
Greens are my favorite nail colors. While there are plenty of great fall greens, this earthy hue is not absent from summer. Perfectly Peculiar by Essie is great for a brighter, almost-neon option, while Willows in the Wind by Essie offers an earthier option.
Top Row: Rocky Rose by Essie | So In Love by Ella + Mila | Willows in the Wind by Essie | Charge It To Their Room by OPI
Bottom Row: Divine Dimension by Essie | 24 Carrots by OPI | Perfectly Peculiar by Essie | Poolside Dream by Lakur
Besides greens, I am often drawn to blues and teals, which is why So In Love by Ella + Mila caught my eye. This would be a great option if you want color but don’t want to go quite as bold as Poolside Dream by Lakur or Charge It To Their Room by OPI.
Lastly, I am intrigued by the Divine Dimension by Essie both by itself and in addition to the other colors featured here. It looks like it would be fun on top of any of these colors to add a bit of summertime sparkle!
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*This post was originally published on May 20, 2022. It was most recently updated on June 2, 2025.
These are some beautiful colors to wear this summer! Would love to try out the pink dior.
That pink was one of my favorites, too! Such a fun bright option.
This was just what I needed! Have been looking for some nail color inspiration and this is it. Loving the blues right now!
Blues are such a fun option for summer! Happy to help!