Get ready to upgrade your mani for the sunny season. From pastel florals and juicy citrus shades to beachy vibes and bold brights, these 35+ spring and summer nail designs are perfect for 2025. Whether you love short nails, almond shapes, or colorful acrylics, there’s a trendy nail look here for every vibe. Save now for your next salon visit
1. Lavender Cloud Nails
Whimsical and ethereal, lavender cloud nails create a serene vibe using a soft lilac base and hand-painted white clouds. Add a glossy topcoat to keep the finish light and dreamy—perfect for spring picnics or a chill weekend vibe.
2. Pastel Rainbow Tips
Each nail gets its own pastel tip—pink, mint, lemon, baby blue, and lilac—for a fresh twist on the French manicure. It’s subtle yet colorful, ideal for those who want playful nails without going full neon.
3. Pink Ombre with Glitter Fade
Blend two shades of pink—from soft blush to vibrant bubblegum—into a dreamy ombre. Add a dusting of fine glitter at the cuticle for that perfect sparkle fade. It’s glamorous yet gentle, ideal for weddings or brunch dates.
4. Pink Marble with Gold Foil
Swirls of blush and rose pink form a luxurious marble effect, enhanced with flakes of metallic gold foil. The combination feels high-end and totally spring-appropriate, especially when paired with almond-shaped nails.
5. Neon Pink with Matte Finish
For a bold statement, go for neon pink nails with a velvety matte top coat. This look balances brightness with sophistication and works beautifully on square or coffin nail shapes. Perfect for early spring festivals or vacations.
6. Pastel Gradient Fade
Blend shades like blush pink, peach, lemon, and sky blue across all nails in a gradient fade. It’s an effortless way to wear multiple pastel shades at once while keeping the overall aesthetic soft and cohesive.
7. Baby Blue and Gold Foil Accents
Combine the cool calm of baby blue with touches of metallic gold foil for a luxurious upgrade. The contrast between soft and glam makes this design perfect for spring weddings or upscale events.
8. Pastel Polka Dot Nails
A nude or white base with pastel polka dots—randomly placed or perfectly spaced—gives off a retro-chic look. This design is simple yet cheerful and works best on short to medium-length nails.
9. Peach Pastel with White Florals
Peachy pastel polish becomes a springtime classic when you add delicate white floral accents. Think tiny daisies or outlined petals—perfect for bridal showers, garden parties, or any romantic outing.
10. Classic White Glossy Almond Nails
Nothing beats the timeless charm of glossy white almond nails. This simple yet refined look complements every outfit and fits any occasion—perfect for those who love minimal but impactful manicures.
11. White French Tips with a Sheer Base
Modernize the classic French manicure with bright white tips and a sheer pink or nude base. This combination creates a clean, polished look that’s ideal for spring weddings, brunches, or everyday chic.
12. White Marble Nails with Silver Veins
Marble designs never go out of style. Try a white marble look with fine silver veins running through for a modern, sophisticated finish.
13. White Swirl Nails with Pastel Accents
Spring is all about playful colors, and what better way to show that off than with swirling white lines over a pastel base like baby pink, lilac, or mint? This design looks whimsical and trendy.
14. Icy Pastel Chrome Nails
Add a futuristic twist to pastel tones by using a chrome powder finish in shades like powder pink or lilac. These metallic-pastel hybrids reflect light beautifully and bring a sleek, luxe vibe to your mani.
15. Pastel Skittle Nails
Each nail painted a different pastel shade—like lemon, mint, lavender, sky blue, and blush—makes for a playful, cohesive “skittle” look. It’s low-maintenance, no design tools required, and effortlessly cute for any season.
16. Lilac French Tips
Swap out traditional white tips for soft lilac in this subtle spin on the classic French manicure. The light purple adds a pop of pastel charm without overwhelming the natural nail look—great for everyday elegance.
17. Pastel Hearts Accent Nails
A nude or sheer pink base paired with pastel-colored heart designs (think baby blue, soft peach, mint) creates a lovely and romantic aesthetic. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any sweet, feminine vibe.
18. Pastel Yin Yang Nails
This trendy design blends the calming energy of pastel colors with symbolic yin yang artwork. Mix and match pastel pairs like pink and mint or lavender and butter yellow for a balanced, bold look.
19. Hot Pink Chrome Nails
Mirror-like chrome in a hot pink shade delivers futuristic glam. These nails shine in the sunlight and look particularly stunning on longer stiletto or coffin nails. Pair them with minimal outfits to let your nails pop.
20. Blush Pink with Heart Cutouts
Use negative space to create tiny heart cutouts on a blush pink base. This dainty and romantic style is perfect for springtime dates and adds a cute touch without overwhelming the look.
21. Pink Jelly Nails with Encapsulated Flowers
Jelly nails are still trending strong. Choose a translucent pink base and embed tiny dried flowers inside the layers. It’s like having spring gardens at your fingertips—fresh, floral, and truly unique.
22. Dusty Rose with Gold Striping Tape
Add a sleek, modern flair to dusty rose nails by applying gold striping tape diagonally or vertically across the nail bed. The result? An effortlessly chic and refined manicure that transitions from work to weekend with ease.
4. Mint Green and White Swirls
Soft mint green swirled over a white base creates a calm, modern design with retro flair. This look is especially trendy on medium-length square or almond nails, offering a hint of 70s inspo with a pastel refresh.
15. Pastel Ombre Coffin Nails
Ombre gradients using soft tones—like a transition from baby pink to soft lilac—look dreamy and dimensional on longer coffin-shaped nails. Add a glossy finish for a polished, professional feel.
16. Pastel Stars on Nude Base
Scatter tiny pastel stars over a nude or milky white base for a dreamy, night-sky-inspired manicure. Use shades like pastel yellow, lilac, and pale blue for a cute cosmic finish.
17. Butter Yellow Nails with Minimal Dots
This fresh design features a butter-yellow base with minimalist pastel dot accents near the cuticle or in patterns. It’s playful yet grown-up—a subtle way to dip into pastel nail art.
18. Pastel Plaid Nails
Create a cozy, vintage feel with pastel plaid in soft pinks, purples, or baby blue over a white or nude background. Ideal for spring and especially cute on square or short oval nails.
19. Pastel Lemon Gloss Nails
Soft and feminine, pastel lemon nails with a glossy finish are a sweet nod to spring. This subtle shade complements any outfit, from floral sundresses to breezy white blouses. Pair it with short, round nails for an effortlessly fresh look.
20. Sunshine Ombre Fade
An ombre fade from bright yellow to soft white brings the warmth of a summer sunrise to your fingertips. It’s a great way to blend color while keeping things light and airy—ideal for both casual brunches and sunny vacations.
21. Neon Yellow Power Nails
Neon yellow nails are bold, vibrant, and full of attitude. This high-voltage look is perfect for fashionistas who aren’t afraid to stand out. Pair with stiletto-shaped nails and a matte topcoat for a high-fashion edge.
22. Yellow and Nude Geometric Designs
Add a modern edge with a nude base and pops of yellow in geometric shapes. Think triangles, lines, and negative space for an artsy, editorial-worthy look. Great for those who love minimalist nail art with personality.
23. Pastel Rainbow Tips on Almond Acrylics
Celebrate spring’s joyful palette with pastel rainbow tips. Each acrylic nail features a different pastel hue—think soft lavender, mint green, pale yellow, blush pink, and baby blue—painted as French tips on almond-shaped acrylics. It’s subtle yet colorful, giving your nails a dreamy gradient that’s perfect for spring picnics or brunches.
24. Floral Accent Acrylic Nails
Nothing says spring like florals. Go for a soft nude or peach base, then add hand-painted daisy or cherry blossom accents on one or two fingers per hand. Acrylic nails provide the perfect structure for intricate floral art that stays intact and stylish for weeks.
25. Peachy Ombre Acrylic Nails
Create a smooth blend of warm peach to soft pink using an ombre technique on long coffin-shaped acrylics. This look captures the glow of a spring sunset and complements both casual and dressy spring outfits. Add a glossy topcoat for a polished finish.
26. Mint Green Acrylics with Gold Foil
Mint green is a staple spring color, and when paired with gold foil flakes on accent nails, it brings luxury and freshness together. Use square or almond-shaped acrylics for a chic base, and place the foil strategically for a minimalist sparkle.
27. Clear Acrylics with 3D Floral Art
Clear acrylic nails offer a modern, clean look that pairs beautifully with 3D floral accents. Add delicate petals and tiny pearls or rhinestones for a touch of elegance. This is a show-stopping design that works well for spring weddings or special occasions.
28. Pastel Marble Acrylic Nails
Create a soft marbled effect using pastel pink, lavender, and white. Swirl the colors subtly for a sophisticated design. This look works especially well on medium to long coffin or ballerina-shaped acrylics and gives a watercolor vibe perfect for the season.
29. Lavender and White French Acrylic Tips
A spring twist on a classic: replace traditional white tips with lavender ones, or alternate between lavender and white across each hand. Use short-to-medium almond acrylics for a delicate, refined look that blends tradition with trend.
30. Butterfly Acrylic Nail Art
Capture the whimsical side of spring with tiny butterfly decals or hand-drawn butterfly wings on your acrylic nails. Use a soft pastel base—baby blue or blush pink—and apply the butterflies to accent nails for a fairytale vibe.
31. Pink Chrome Acrylics
Chrome finishes are still trending, and light pink chrome is a glamorous way to keep things spring-friendly. Opt for short square or long coffin acrylics, depending on your style. These nails glow in the light and elevate your look with minimal effort.
32. Matte Lilac Acrylic Nails
Lilac is one of spring’s most loved shades. A matte finish on this color adds a soft, velvety texture that’s both elegant and modern. Add a tiny silver line or a crystal near the cuticle for a minimal yet classy accent.
33. Sunflower Nail Art
Nothing says summer like sunflowers. Use a creamy yellow base and paint detailed sunflower accents on one or two nails. The contrast of black and brown in the flower centers adds dimension and life to the design.
34. Yellow Chrome Mirror Nails
For a futuristic, high-shine finish, go for yellow chrome nails. The mirror effect reflects light beautifully and adds a luxurious vibe to any summer outfit. Best paired with square or ballerina-shaped nails.
35. Bubblegum Pink French Fade
This soft gradient moves from a natural base to a saturated bubblegum pink tip. Also known as the “baby boomer” style in pink, it’s subtle, seamless, and incredibly flattering on all skin tones.
36. Polka Dot Yellow Delight
Fun, flirty, and totally retro—yellow nails with white polka dots are perfect for bringing a vintage touch to your spring-summer wardrobe. Try this design on shorter nails for a cute and playful finish.
