Here are the best summer nail colours to ask for at your next manicure. A tan can really open the door to experimenting with summer nail colours you might usually overlook. I’ve noticed that during the summer months, my clients often embrace a newfound confidence when it comes to bolder shades—and I’m absolutely here for it.
While I’ll always love a classic, pared-back nude, summer is the perfect time to lean into colours that really pop against sun-kissed skin.
From zesty oranges and barely-there nudes, there’s a colour to flatter all skin tones and take your radiant skin to another level.
1. Bright White
A white manicure might be an obvious choice for summer, but there’s no denying how impactful it can be.
2. Hot Pink
Pink nails have been dominating our social feeds this year, but to elevate a tan the key is to go bright.
3. Aperol Orange
Sunset hues were a firm favourite amongst the manicurists we spoke to for making a tan pop.
4. Butter Yellow
The breakout nail colour trend of 2025, butter yellow manicures were everywhere in spring and continue to dominate for summer.
5. Peach Bellini
There’s nothing better than enjoying a cocktail as the sunset, and this warm and peachy hue captures that feeling in a manicure.
6. Aquamarine
Even if your tan is from a bottle rather than a holiday you can pay homage to tropical waters with an aquatic blue manicure.
7. Soft Linen
Minimalists delight, if the classic bright white manicure feels a little much for you then milkier, linen-like creams will also do the job.