Are your chipped nails bumming you out? Why not get them looking shiny and new with a new summer manicure? 

Some people worry about keeping their nails nice during the summer due to their constant trips to the beaches and lakes, but that doesn't mean that you shouldn't have nice nails. 

After all, ruined manicures are just opportunities to do your nails again and try out new summer manicure ideas!

Not sure what to do with those claws? Keep reading for our top cute manicure ideas for summer. 

1. A Classic French Manicure

First, let's talk about French manicure ideas for summer.

This is one of the most classic and well-known manicure styles, and for good reason. French manicures look similar to natural nails, but they also look neat and clean even if your natural nails are stained or in bad condition. 

You can do a french manicure on your own with a clear (or nail-colored) polish paired with a white polish, or you can go to a nail salon for a more professional look with gel or acrylic nails. 

A French mani with small gems on one of the nails (we suggest the ring finger) is one of the cutest summer gel manicure ideas.

2. Matte Pastels

Matte nails were all the rage a few years ago, and we've decided that it's time that they came back.

Matte nails often last for a long time, and they make a great contrast to shiny summer outfits and dewy skin. They're stylish and you can do them in any color (though we love them in baby pink and eggshell yellow). 

Nailpolish sometimes comes in matte colors, but it's easy to use a matte topcoat or go to a nail salon that offers powder dip nails. 

3. Dots for Days

Do you want a simple and cute nail look this summer? Why not keep it classic with dots?

When it comes to dotted nails, we suggest a bright and bold base color (like hot pink) paired with simple white dots. Dots are easy to do at home with a toothpick or dotting tool, or you can go to a manicurist. 

Dots look sweet with summer outfits and bathing suits, and they're so easy that you can fix any chips on your own. 

4. Rose Gold Shine 

Are you more interested in something flashy this summer? While cool-toned polishes like chrome and silver aren't as popular during the hot months, why not try something warm like rose-gold?

Rose gold has shine and sparkle and it looks good on most skin tones. Because it's similar to the natural nail color, it's forgiving if it starts to wear away before you're able to do a touchup. 

Make your nails match your jewelry this season!

We Love These Summer Manicure Ideas

Which one of these summer manicure ideas will you use next? Whether you're feeling flashy or neutral, at least one of these looks will suit your personal style.

Bring out the nail polish or visit the salon and get some flashy nails today!

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