The 10 Best Summer Pedicure Colors to Keep on Your Radar

If this high-shine coral shade makes you want to order a piña colada, you’re not alone. It leaves behind a high-shine, glossy finish and applies via a wide, flat brush that helps you cover more surface area when painting.

“A cheerful and sunny color, bright yellow adds a touch of fun summer vibe to your pedicure,” nail expert and beauty founder Jin Soon Choi says. She also mentions that the shade is a perfect choice for anyone looking to make a nail statement in a subtle but unique way, since it features a lemon-hue with green undertones.

For moments when you’re not able to physically make it to the pool, looking down at a dreamy blue pedicure serves as a close second. “A refreshing and vibrant blue pedicure evokes feelings of summer vacation and relaxation,” Choi adds.

We know it’s not the holiday season just yet, but experts say feel free to opt for a gold, silver, or pearlescent shade this summer— glitz and glam isn’t just reserved for winter. This shimmer-flecked polish can be used on its own on natural nails or over a colored polish. Bachik says that adding a sparkly touch to your pedicure shows extra personality.

Few things signify summer months better than a pop of orange-red polish on your fingers and toes. In fact, Choi calls the vibrant shade the “it color” of the season.

Navy blue is an expert-approved pedicure shade worth diving into this summer. It’s a stunning all-over color or worn just on the tips as a colorful French manicure. Plus, this 15-free polish can last up to 10 days—the perfect length of time for a French Rivera getaway.

Commit to the light and bright nail trend with a bold primary shade like this neon yellow from OPI. Its gel-like formula contains a light-reflecting, shimmery finish for a hint of sparkle once it dries down.

Why not make it another Barbie-inspired summer with hot pink polish? According to Bachik, magenta is a standout polish shade you should expect to see just about everywhere. Two coats of this Hermès enamel seamlessly delivers a high-impact finish.

For a barely-there polish look this season, reach for a sheer pink lacquer with a lustrous finish. “Glossy sheers come in a variety of colors, allowing you to find the perfect shade to complement your skin tone while adding a touch of summer glam,” Choi notes.

Fuschia is another bright lacquer color Bachik predicts will be a big hit among nail enthusiasts this season. Use a shade like this one from Deborah Lippmann as the accent color in your next nail art look.