Now that spring and summer are finally on the horizon, it’s time to start thinking about warm weather beauty. Top of the agenda? Nail designs to usher in the sunshine mood and put a smile on your face. “It is a time when we can have some fun and express ourselves,” says Daisy Kalnina, founder of The Gel Bottle, whose new spring/summer collection, Daisy’s Diner, is designed to encourage happy self-expression. So, whether you fancy dipping your toes into a whole new colour, brightening your tips with some chrome 2.0, or putting a modern, colourful spin on the classic French, there’s something for everyone. Here’s Vogue’s pick of the best nail ideas to experiment with this summer.
Transparent French
A classic French manicure is a staple no matter the season, but this summer will introduce a semi-sheer spin on this timeless design. Instead of opting for a stark contrast between a soft pink base layer and bright white tips, manicurists have been creating altogether softer, sheerer iterations with just a hint of a pale tip – often provided by the natural nail length itself. If your nails are on the shorter side you can still achieve a similar effect: just ask your tech for ultra slim tips in a colour that’s only a shade or two lighter than your base. This will give the illusion of a natural tip, and look just as chic.
