Kids may look forward to summer because it means no school and lots of time off, but we look forward to summer because it means we can finally dig out the summer nail ideas we’ve been saving over the last few months and get started crossing looks off of our bucket list. Cherry manicures? “Digital lavender” hues? Watercolor designs? Check, check, and check.
We love each season and the many beauty trends they bring, but there’s something about the warm weather and the summer nail designs that come with it that just make us feel good. The nail-polish shades get brighter; the designs, more creative — supplying us with the best of the best ideas. And something tells us this year is going to be better than ever.
“I love that everyone has been thinking outside the box in terms of inspiration,” Tammy Taylor, celebrity manicurist and brand founder, tells PS. “Inspiration can come from anywhere: summer clothing, the beach, festivals, makeup, summer holidays, and the list goes on.”
So, what summer nail-art designs should you save for your next salon appointment? Keep reading to find out, as some of the industry’s top makeup artists share their favorite ideas for inspiration.