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The number one thing I'm looking forward to right now is summer. The season of rosé, beach days, jean shorts, going outside, and wearing colorful nail polish. We can’t give you a summer Friday just yet and advise staying in for the foreseeable future, but we can plan your next nail look. From palm tree greens to a dreamy turquoises fit for a mermaid, here are 16 colors to experiment with this summer—best paired with an Instagram-worthy cocktail.
View Gallery 16 Photos Le Vernis Longwear Nail Color in Gitane Chanel nordstrom.com $28.00 SHOP NOW
First, lock down a blood orange manicure. Then, lock down a blood orange margarita. Repeat as necessary.
Xtreme Wear Nail Polish in Mellow Yellow Sally Hansen target.com $2.99 SHOP NOW
Shine bright like the perfect yellow nail. Who doesn't want a little bit of sunshine on their nail beds?
'The Nudes' Nail Colour Christian Louboutin nordstrom.com $50.00 SHOP NOW
Summer doesn't have to be all about color. It can also be a great time to get back to basics. Wear nudes or send nudes. Whatever you choose, it's your #HotGirlSummer.
Polish in Purple With A Purpose OPI walmart.com $7.75 SHOP NOW
Pretty pastels were a thing of the spring. It's time to revamp your nail game with neon! The purple hue is semi-matte so it won't leave your nails looking too shiny. If you're feeling extra, add a top coat of sparkles in a light purple for a full violet look.
Nail Lacquer in In The Limelight China Glaze ulta.com $7.50 SHOP NOW
Go green. The color of leaves and trees and all the wonders of the great outdoors.
La Laque Couture in Blanc Arty YSL Beauty yslbeautyus.com $28.00 SHOP NOW
The brilliant minds at YSL Beauty were inspired by street graffiti and made this collection to pay homage to the art. Included in the limited edition “The Street and I” collection is this perfect opaque summer white.
Lux Effects Nail Polish in Set in Stones Essie target.com $8.99 SHOP NOW
This party-in-a-bottle has been around for awhile, but like actual confetti, balloons, cupcakes, and champagne, it never goes out of style.
Nail Polish in Ballet Slippers Essie essie.com $9.00 SHOP NOW
Take millennial pink to the next level with this baby pink that’s soft, subtle, and royalty-approved.
Dior Vernis Polish in Mirage Dior neimanmarcus.com $28.00 SHOP NOW
We're not talking about magenta enough. The magical color made popular in most middle schools has an easy and free vibe that's perfect for summer.
Nail Polish in Ice-Bergers Fries OPI walmart.com $8.49 SHOP NOW
If you're going for "the barer the better" summer aesthetic, make this creamy nude your go-to.
Nail Polish in Lover's Creep Smith & Cult net-a-porter.com $18.00 SHOP NOW
Call it crimson, scarlet, fire engine, or cherry—we'll call it the ultimate red nail. We're happy to report it is as long-lasting as it is gorgeous.
Black Gel Longwear Top Coat in Black Chanel nordstrom.com $28.00 SHOP NOW
Before you write off the merits of black polish in the summer months, try it with your brightest floral or your hottest neon. We'll refrain from the I-told-ya-sos.
UO Nail Polish in Hey There Cowgirl Urban Outfitters urbanoutfitters.com $5.00 SHOP NOW
An aquamarine dream. UO's polish is cruelty-free and long lasting. Win, win, win.
'Rouge Louboutin' Nail Colour Christian Louboutin nordstrom.com $50.00 SHOP NOW
Ask a scientist to color-match the tone of wet sand glimmering under a pink sunset, then put it in a bottle. Here's the result.
Vernis Gel Shine & Long Wear Nail Lacquer in Front Row Dior nordstrom.com $28.00 SHOP NOW
If neon purple isn't your jam, may we suggest neon pink? For the Barbie girls of summer. It's your world, we're just living in it.
Nail Polish in Fade The Sun Smith & Cult smithandcult.com $18.00 SHOP NOW
Coral meets tangerine in this hybrid nail polish color. The shiny finish is almost as bright as the sun and looks great with a tan. Smith and Cult also gets bonus points for being a vegan brand.
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