Nail Designs to Try in August 2025: Cute Summer Ideas You’ll Love

Summer’s in full swing, and with it comes the craving for something fresh on our fingertips. You may have already seen how all iced coffee selfies are now accompanied by a bright, juicy manicure, and, frankly, nails have become the ultimate accessory.

However, there are so many adorable and colorful nail designs to experiment with in August 2025 that it is hard to choose only one. Do you want to be plain or acrylic coffin dramatic? Short gel polish or long almond with art? This post is all about the hottest nail trends of 2025, and I am going to use real-life inspo to demonstrate the styles you should copy, whether you are a DIY girl or a salon girl to the end. Let’s paint, gloss, and glam.

Juicy Watermelon Vibes

Fruit-inspired nails in the summer are something you just can resist. This sweet and short set is a mix of punchy watermelon pink, juicy rind detailing, and one bright green accent nail to make the whole look come to life. It is not too loud but still cheerful and certainly a splash to late-summer mani goals. Perfect for sipping spritzers by the pool or biting into an actual slice of melon at the farmer’s market.

To get this easy yet eye-catching style, go for a glossy coral like OPI’s “Strawberry Margarita” for your base, and a creamy green like Essie’s “Mojito Madness” for that bold contrast. The watermelon nail art looks best on a short square or natural round base- stick with gel polish to get that shine to last you through the August heat.

Begin by smoothing the nails with a buffing pad and using a base coat. Apply the seed details with a fine brush or dotting tool, and apply greens in layers to resemble rind shading. Sarah Bland, a nail artist with a penchant to play with seasonal designs, suggests completing the look with a high-gloss top coat to give the effect of a juicy piece of fruit. Genius, right?

I was being honest when I said I wore something like that to a friend backyard BBQ and it received more compliments than my outfit. It is not over the top, yet it is not too subtle, and it is a bit of a mood enhancer every time I glance down at my hands.

Kitten Cuteness Overload

What can be more appropriate to demonstrate your affection to cats than your nails? This nail art is on the cute side with hand-drawn kitten faces all over a matte pink, white, and gray base. It is fun, a bit eccentric, and completely ideal for cat lovers who prefer something more adorable than glamorous.

The best balance of elegance and cuteness will be achieved by going with a short almond or 2025 square shape. Use shades like Zoya’s “Dot” for pink, and “Purity” for white. The matte topcoat is essential in ensuring that it does not feel tween-core. When you do this with acrylics, you should not overload the appearance by having too many feature nails.

I would recreate it like this: I would use a nail stamping kit or an ultra-fine brush to do those whiskers and those little ears. Make sure that each layer dries completely to prevent smudging and clean up the smile lines using angled brushes dipped in acetone. According to celebrity manicurist Julie Kandalec, character art is supposed to be minimal but impactful, which is exactly the case here.

One of my friends appeared at brunch with a similar design, and the waitress actually squealed and asked to take a photo. It is a conversation starter, particularly when you are in neutrals or a comfy summer dress.

Sunshine Petals

These nails are like walking on a field of daisies. The polish is bright yellow to ground the look and floral decorations on two clear nails add the touch of breezy elegance. This is one of those ideas short sets that feels lighthearted but grown-up—perfect for August when you’re soaking in those last golden hours of summer.

If you want that perfect daisy tone, try “Mellow Yellow” by Sally Hansen or “Daisy Know My Name?” from OPI. Add hand-pressed dried flower decals (you can find them in most nail art kits online) on top of a sheer nude gel base. The appearance is more popping with short gel polish, and it remains fragile yet strong.

I would always suggest a sheer pink base to be applied first to bring out the natural color of your nail beds then press in your flowers. Seal the petals using two layers of builder gel to provide that little raised 3D look without being too thick. Nail artist Betina Goldstein adores mixing dried flowers with a little polish to create what she terms as high-summer harmony.

I wore it on a weekend trip to Napa, and it simply worked with all my sundresses. Yellow is something that makes you happy, there is no doubt about it, particularly when it is blossoming out of your fingertips.

Parisian Polish With A Twist

This aesthetic is bringing French-girl cool, but with a wink. The traditional blush pink nails are trimmed with a dotted French tip, combining the old-fashioned grace with the contemporary flair. It is giving cafe on a cobblestone street a kick, and it is sassy enough to remember.

To recreate it, I’d use a sheer base like Essie’s “Ballet Slippers” or Chanel’s “Ballerina” (yes, the classic). The trick is the juxtaposition of the soft base and the bold dot detailing which you can achieve in black and white polish with a dotting tool. This works best on almond or long acrylic shapes.

I prefer to use a nude base and to draw the French arc first using a thin brush. Next, place the dots with a stylus tool, black and white alternating. Dry it and then top-coat it so you do not drag the dots. According to nail pro Miss Pop, dot work is classic, but make it surprising to remain stylish.

This was my birthday manicure last year and no one guessed that I did it myself. It added refined glamour with a wink–and that is the prettiest kind of pretty sometimes.

Citrus Pop Art

This one is bursting with summer flavor. This fun citrus design is anchored by a bold, juicy orange polish, with the accent nails having mini orange slices with just a hint of white and green to make it zesty. It is farmer market on a Saturday morning, sunshine, and that smoothie after the beach glow. This is the one you reach for when you want something dramatic, sunny, and cheering in August 2025.

You can go with shades like “Mural Mural On The Wall” by OPI or Orly’s “Tangerine Dream” for the orange base. The accent design works beautifully with a clear or milky white gel base like “Milk Bath” from GelBottle Inc. It looks especially good on a clean acrylic square pink set, or a short square if you’re keeping things light.

The secret in this is layering: draw the citrus wedges with a fine brush, fill with gradients of orange and highlight with opaque white. Everything is sealed in with a shiny topcoat and the fruit appears almost edible. Pro tip from celeb nail tech Tom Bachik? “When using citrus or fruit art, the trick is to avoid symmetry—let it look natural and fresh, not overly precise.”

I wore this to an outdoor movie night with friends and one of them said, Your nails look like a vacation. It is that type of manicure that makes all the outfits a good day.

Fresh French Watermelon

Who knew a French tip could taste this sweet? This collection twists the traditional French style into a summer dream, with watermelon-inspired tips with juicy red polish, rind greens and mini black seeds. The bottom is clear and non-descriptive, allowing the tips to do all the talking. If you’re collecting ideas for your next late August mani, this one screams peak-season fun.

The trick in this is a fine detail brush and polish with pigment power. You can apply the Big Apple Red by OPI and combine it with a bright green such as Palm Breezy by Sally Hansen. Add thin white and dark green stripes to resemble the rind and complete with black dots as the seeds. This design glows on 2025 square acrylics, particularly in medium length.

Begin with a sheer pink ground, and work tip first: put on your red curve, then your green stripes, and finish with seeds. Take your time with the layers, and allow each to dry so you do not muddy the shades. As the 2025 summer beauty guide in Glamour explains, fruit-tipped manis are the 2022 equivalent of Y2K lip gloss: fun, nostalgic, and suddenly everywhere once again.

It is so sassy and yet so clean and I love how it mixes two styles French tip and fruity without conflicting. I have done it twice and I am yet to get over it.

Golden Safari

This one’s for the trendsetters. A mustard yellow is contrasted with a clean white accent with a strip of 3D metallic foil and wild leopard print in pink, black and lime. It is sharp and unpredictable, as something you would put on a rooftop party or an art opening in late summer. Out of all the nail designs to try in August 2025, this one feels like a fashion editor’s pick.

In this case, I would suggest Mustard The Courage by Essie or Ochre You Cute by Lights Lacquer. To re-create the leopard stripe, choose a foil tape or a hand-painted effect with gold gel, and add over it with layered splotches of neon and black. The structured shape looks best on almond or acrylic coffin nails to achieve that high-impact effect.

This is a tip in the 2025 issue of Nails Magazine: When you go bold, keep the rest of the nails in a creamy matte finish. The contrast keeps it editorial instead of costume. Apply a high-shine top coat on the print nail only to make it focal.

This design makes me feel like I just stepped off a designer runway- even when I am just grabbing iced matcha in biker shorts. It’s confidence bottled into color and print.

Geometric Pop Play

This appearance is exuding serious retro arcade vibes with a soft matte finish. The acrylic base preconditions the intersection of triangles and blocks in yellow, pink, black, mint, and coral. It is daring, artistic, and slightly 80s, but in the most trendy manner. If you’re looking for ideas short for something creative yet wearable, this one’s a standout for summer 2025.

You’ll need a matte topcoat (I use the one from Kiara Sky) to get this smooth, chalky texture. To polish, pick up bold colors such as Essie in Tart Deco, Sally Hansen in Blacky O and Mellow Yellow. Block out shapes with a striping brush. This geometric layout is even more punchy with this acrylic square pink shape.

When I do a geometric set I sketch the pattern lightly in pencil and then apply polish. A makeup sponge can also help with gradient fills if you’re up for experimenting. According to nail pros such as Chelsea King, the matte finish leaves space to allow the art to speak without interference, and I could not agree more.

This is the one when I want people to know that I love color, but also that I read design blogs as a hobby. It’s confident, creative, and totally unexpected.

Merlot & Gold Waves

Sometimes, less is luxe. This deep wine almond-shaped manicure is a rich almond-shaped manicure with a neutral base, a slight 3D gold wave. It has a certain timelessness to it–a certain late-summer dinner party in Napa. And what about nail designs to experiment with in August 2025 that will carry into early fall? Bookmark this one.

I prefer to apply the main color in the form of Berry Naughty by Essie or Malaga Wine by OPI. To make the gold wave, take a metallic gel polish such as gold foil by Madame Glam. It is beautiful on short gel shapes as well, but I personally prefer it on almond to have a longer, more dramatic shape.

Use your deep red base and then build your wave using a thin liner brush. Gold glitter gel may be applied a bit thicker to have a raised effect. As Paintbox founder Eleanor Langston says, metallic lines are just the right amount of dazzle without taking away the base, and that is what this does.

When I wear this, I always feel like I have my life together, even when I am meal-prepping leftovers. It’s luxe without screaming for attention.

Lemonade French

When you are done with basic French tip nails, this citrusy remix is a juicy update. This is clean, cute, and completely late-summer brunch-appropriate with yellow tips and mini lemon wedge art embedded in square-shaped nails. It’s one of my top nail designs to try in August 2025 for sheer mood-boosting energy.

You will need a sheer pink/nude base such as OPI Bubble Bath, and a sunny yellow such as OPI Sunshine State of Mind. Use a dotting tool or detailing brush to add a green detail of the lemon leaves. These are extra crisp on short square nails or 2025 square acrylics.

Pro manicurist Tom Bachik describes citrus accents as little slices of optimism, and that sounds correct. At home, to make it, draw the lemon shape with white, fill yellow, and add leaves. Apply a UV-protective top coat to prevent fading of that ideal lemony color.

This outfit only makes me desire to wear linen, drink spritzers, and spend more time outside. It’s light, fresh, and oddly comforting.

Coral Reef Glow

These nails are pure underwater fantasy. Coral art in the form of branches dances over soft ombrs bases that mix blue, pink, mint, and sandy peach. This is dedicated to the dreamers, the Pisces girls and anyone who is emotionally invested in sunsets and ocean documentaries. This is one of the nail designs to experiment with in August 2025, and it is giving beach goddess meets graphic artist.

To achieve this, I’d start with sponging gradients using pastel polishes (try Lights Lacquer’s “Blue Moon” and “Peach Fizz”). The coral tree art can be painted with a super-fine brush in coral orange, neon pink or crisp white. Put a semi-gloss topcoat on it to get that underwater light-reflection feel.

There is no need of complete 3D texture here, the visual layering is sufficient. Simply take your time to create the color blends and then add detail. To maintain the coral organic, nail artist Julie Ventura suggests painting the coral in soft curves rather than sharp lines.

It is one of those designs that attract attention and initiate conversations. I had something like this on vacation and it was a complete vibe.

Pastel Candy Blocks

This set has a lot of playfulness with bright pastels in stacked color blocks. It’s youthful but clean, like sorbet meets minimalism. The nails are all painted with horizontal stripes of alternating pink, yellow, lavender, and mint, and a high-gloss finish. It is one of the adorable nail designs that is sheer delight.

What I adore is that this is so wearable even to those who usually wear simple nails. To obtain clean lines, use striping tape, or freehand paint, depending on how well you control your brush. Such shades as Mint Condition, Lilacism, and Lemon Fizz are effective.

I suggest to paint the lightest to the darkest and seal in between to prevent bleeding. To add to the playful proportions, keep nails in a square or short gel style.

It is serving sweet yet refined- it is ideal on a rooftop drink, weekend market or simply to brighten up a cloudy Monday.

Sunset Swirl Energy

To be frank, neon orange is a mood in summer. This collection combines juicy orange gloss with accent nails with psychedelic swirls in pink, green, and blue. It is somewhat retro, somewhat rave, and a lot of fun. This is one of those acrylic coffin looks that screams: I’m not here to play it safe.

To recreate this, I used “Tropic Like It’s Hot” (Glamnetic) and built the swirls using striping brushes and bright polishes layered over white for pop. Think waves, not perfect lines. This design works well on almond or long acrylic nails where the colors can play.

The secret is moderation: make the swirls the feature on one or two nails and leave the rest neon to the max. As nail expert Steph Stone likes to say, it takes only two well-done statement nails.

Every time I wear neon orange, strangers comment. This time was no different.

Sunset Stripes

A light blush pink foundation is contrasted with stripes of coral and tangerine, with fine gold accents in between. It’s like the golden hour captured in a manicure. It is a more subdued version of summer nails, still colorful, still warm, but more sophisticated. An ideal option of short square nails or a minimalist 2025 moment.

I painted the base with sheer white and applied pink and orange stripes with tape to mask each stripe. The gold line was made using foil tape but you can also use a gold liner polish. This style truly lives on straight lines and a super glossy topcoat.

If you’ve got steady hands, it’s a satisfying DIY. If not—let your tech take over. This is a very simple design, yet it receives unlimited compliments as being fresh and classy.

It is one of my favorites when I am in the mood of something simple and warm but not full rainbow. Honestly? It feels like golden hour on your hands.

Sunshine Blooms & Lemon Tips

There’s something about buttery yellow in August that just feels like joy. This square manicure is a game of full-color coverage and light floral art on sheer nails, and it has a carefree, lemonade-stand-in-the-sun feel. I adore the fact that it is both playful and polished. The daisy details are not overdone, but they are adorable- this is a perfect summer outfit to wear to brunch, the beach, or just to make your day brighter. There is a late summer glow about this one.

To achieve this appearance, I suggest a high-gloss acrylic or short gel base in a creamy yellow such as Lemonade Pop by Lights Lacquer or Banana Cream by OPI. The daisies are done with a dotting tool and a small detailing brush and white plus orange polish in the centers. Top coat with jelly pink to keep it all airy.

When you are doing it yourself, begin by shaping the nails into a rounded square tip. Use a base coat, and paint your full-color nails first. To do the floral accents, apply a sheer nude base and then gradually apply the petals in a circular pattern. The trick? Allow the petals to dry and then place the center in them so that they remain distinct. A glossy top coat makes everything pop.

I had a variation of this on when I was travelling in Palm Springs, and the compliments were endless. It’s an easy, low-stress way to lean into cute, Pinterest-perfect style without needing salon-level skills. It is the small things that make you feel put together- even when you are on iced coffee and errands.

Rosewood & Metallic Mix

In case you are in the mood to have something a bit more somber before fall creeps in, this acrylic square appearance is the ideal transition. The foundation is a daring matte wine shade, dark and romantic, with a metallic rose gold accent nail and a few line art. It is classy, a bit punk, and completely up to date in 2025. The matte and chrome texture play is just right, with the right amount of strength and sophistication to the light.

When it comes to color, I can attest to Zoya in the shade of Amara to get that sexy matte burgundy and Sally Hansen in the shade of Go Gold Chrome to get that mirror finish. And, in case you like press-ons, you should take a look at the kits by Static Nails, they are easy to use and make you feel like you are in a salon. The gold detailing will require a matte topcoat and striping brush.

Application-wise, this is easier than it looks. File the nails, paint your burgundy color in two coats and top it off with a matte topcoat. Then do one nail in a solid metallic shade. When it is all dry, apply gold foil tape or a thin botanical curve with a fine brush. I occasionally draw the line lightly with a nude pencil first–it keeps the shape moving.

I use this when I want to go to a wedding or wine night and I do not want to be basic. I have worn this to a gallery opening with a silk jumpsuit and gold hoops- and someone has asked me who did my nails. The secret? I did.

Bubble Pop Candy Tips

Okay, can we talk 3D nails for a sec? These shiny, bubble-like almond tips are like they belong in a candy store or a sci-fi anime show. The colors are strong, pink, blue, tangerine, lilac, acid green and they are carved like jelly drops in a time trap. It’s playful, maximalist, and totally unapologetic. This one is for you, if you are the type of person who dresses up starting with the nails.

To replicate this, you’re gonna want hard acrylic overlays or acrylic coffin extensions. Sculpting gels such as Kiara Sky and Valentino Beauty Pure brands can be used to create this bubbly texture. The pigment can be blended to order to provide that semi-transparent candy-shell effect. To achieve that gummy shine, add a heavy-duty top coat.

The method? Begin with a sculpted nail base and use your color. Next, apply small domes of builder gel or 3D gel polish using a dotting tool and cure between each layer with a UV lamp. It is time-consuming- but the final product is a wearable art.

Would I wear these every day? Probably not. However, festivals, creative shoots, or even a daring summer reset, I am obsessed. These shriek concepts instead of regulations, and that is something that we all need more of.

Fruit Salad Sparkle

These nails come along with the entire farmers market- and I mean that in the best way. The slices of green kiwi, the glittery details, and the shiny pink watermelon artwork make it a fruity, feel-good design of late summer. It is as though you are making your manicure your favorite smoothie order, and I am here to say, I am here for it.

You will require a combination of bright neons such as Orly Fresh Start and Hot Tropics, and black and white gel liners to do the seed details. The design is most effective when used with a square or ballerina nail shape to provide those slices of fruit with some canvas space. Glitter gels and a shiny top coat will make everything shine in the sun.

The easiest way to approach this at home? Paint the solid colors, cure, then apply nail stickers or hand painted slices. You can even use a stamping plate for precision. But remember to seal it all in so that those details remain crisp.

I did the same on a picnic date and it was the icebreaker even before we opened the charcuterie board. Adorable, surprising, and certainly a mood lifter whenever you look down.

Pastel Chrome French

This is your reminder that a French tip can be fresh even in 2025. The soft pink, mint, lavender, and white pastel bases with a soft rose gold chrome tip give this design that clean-girl aesthetic, but make it editorial. The end is smooth, understated and yet, in some way, nostalgic and futuristic at once.

I would suggest a sheer polish as a base such as Essie Ballet Slippers and you can apply a rose chrome pigment over a no-wipe top coat to get the metallic tips. Born Pretty chrome dust is perfect to use in this type of blend.

Paint your pastel base, cure, and press the chrome only on the tips with a sponge applicator or fingertip. Seal it in with top coat and you’re done. It is not as harsh as you might imagine and appears much more complicated than it is.

They are ideal when you need a bit of an extra, but not all glam. I paired them with a soft linen dress and wore them to an outdoor dinner party and they caught the sunset like magic. Minimal effort, maximum glow.

Soft Lemon French

Other days, I just want a clean nail with a little bit of color, and this look is perfect. The almond shape makes the fingers longer and the soft yellow French tip gives it the right amount of warmth. It is discreet, classic, and it looks great in sandals or when you are sending a Slack message. Think of this as the whisper version of neon.

You will need a semi-translucent pink or beige base coat, and a precision brush to do the French arc. I prefer the Olive & June shade called Limoncello to get that just-there yellow. Sharpen the curve with a cleanup brush dipped in acetone, as required.

Once you have applied your base and allowed it to dry, sweep the yellow carefully over the tip of each nail. Seal with a high-shine top coat. This appearance is dependent on an impeccable finish, so be patient and moisturize your cuticles afterward.

This is my default when I have no idea what to put on my nails or when I want something that will not conflict with my outfits. It is simple, adult, and saying in a low voice, I have it all together, even though I am pretending a bit.

Daisy Chain Dreams

This almond-shaped manicure blends summer whimsy with soft sophistication. The shiny yellow adds sunshine to the tips, and two clear nails feature the petals of a delicate daisy and metallic heart decorations. It is the best way to combine botanical and modern- without trying too hard. This appearance is romantic and casually chic, as though it were golden hour on nails.

In the case of colors, I would suggest a soft lemon cream color such as OPI Sun, Sea and Sand in My Pants with a translucent nude base. To make the daisies, apply white nail art paint and a dotting tool. The tiny metal hearts are available as nail stickers or foil decorations- see Daily Charme to find some that are long lasting. Have a glossy builder gel at the ready to seal it all.

I begin by painting the entire nails, and then I apply the daisies over a sheer pink polish. Once the sets are designed, the decals are applied and everything is sealed with a thick topcoat to give it a glass like finish. Finally, a dab of cuticle oil completes the entire appearance.

Whenever I have this manicure, people will interrupt me in the middle of a conversation to inquire about it. It is adorable without being cutesy and in case you are in need of a bit of floral in late summer, this is it.

Matte Rainbow Revival

Punchy, bright, and oh-so-matte, this full-spectrum summer mani is a mood therapy to your fingertips. This manicure is a pastel-inclined rainbow of mint green to orchid purple, and it plays into the 2025 obsession with saturated, matte finishes. The long almond shape provides additional flair, making this design dramatic like a sunset fading into the horizon.

To achieve this finish, I would use a matte top coat on top of bright polishes such as Essie: Play Date, Mint Candy Apple, Bikini So Teeny and Tart Deco. It is all about the texture here, no shimmer, no gloss, only clean color. If you’re looking to DIY, make sure to apply your matte top coat after your final layer is completely dry to avoid cloudiness.

This design is all about the prep. File your acrylic nails into an almond shape, put on your base coat, then alternate the colors on fingers. I prefer to begin with the lightest color and then I can balance as I proceed. Matte topcoat finishes the look with that soft-focus polish.

Would I wear this to work? Maybe. Would I put it on a road trip with my best friends? Absolutely. This manicure is like saying, I am prepared to do whatever, which is sort of the mood I want all August.

Diagonal Lemon Pop

This short square design is a winner to those of us who are minimalists but desire something that is eye-catching. The nail bed is replaced by pale yellow, cut with one angled white stripe. It is geometry-meets-sorbet, cool, crisp, and totally wearable with any last minute outfit you can put together.

I would suggest using a color such as Canary by ILNP and a striping brush with a bright white gel polish. Striping tape is an option when you are not comfortable with freehand lines. This appearance glows over a brief gel foundation- it is breathable, functional, and completely finished.

Apply two coats of yellow, cure, and apply striping tape to mark your angle. Use the white and take off the tape prior to curing to achieve a razor-sharp line. Never forget to apply a top coat to smooth out the texture and make it salon smooth.

This is to my girls who need something simple yet put together. I took it on a weekend excursion to the farmer market and it went great with a linen romper and lemon iced tea.

Blue Abstract Layers

This abstract square-cut design is layered in navy, periwinkle and milky white over a nude base creating the illusion of movement. It’s like waves on a warm evening—structured yet relaxed. The daring forms make it modern and the color combination makes it sophisticated. And how flattering is this on short nails?

I duplicated it with “After School Boy Blazer” by Essie, “Breezy Blue” by Orly and a warm-toned nude such as “Topless & Barefoot.” The layering should be done using a flat-edge detail brush and a lot of patience. I suggest that you do one nail at a time to manage the flow.

You begin with the nude base and cure it. Next apply your darkest color and wait until it is dry before applying the lighter waves. I prefer to overlap a little and to offset the angles to give depth. This design is lenient, particularly when you maintain every shape abstract.

I wear this sometimes when I want artsy but not too much. It is suitable in offices where nail art is acceptable, but not too glamorous. And frankly, it is just very cool to look at when typing.

Mint Leopard Crush

Go wild with your acrylic coffin nails with this animal print, green glitter and solid mint mashup. It’s adventurous, fresh, and gives strong “last splash of summer” energy. The leopard spots paired with shimmer makes it the ultimate mani for rooftop nights and girls’ getaways.

Apply a bright mint green such as That Shore Bright by China Glaze and on the spots, a nude base with black and teal dots using dotting tools. With glitter, you can use a full gel glitter topcoat such as Holo Taco Everything Taco. Use over cured acrylic extensions to maintain the shape sharp.

The first thing you should do is lay down your colors: two mint, two glitter, and one nude nail. Allow all to dry, and then apply your leopard spots with dotting tools and a fine brush. Once dry, top with a glossy gel sealant.

This design screams ideas and boldness. I adore the way it combines textures and patterns without conflicting. I have worn this to a friend birthday in Malibu and even the bartender inquired where I had them done. It’s confidence in claw form.

Electric Ice Pop

Neon just makes everything feel more alive. This almond-shaped rainbow nails set is made with a neon pink, yellow, blue, and teal combination that shines with tropical intensity. Every color is like a different popsicle flavor, fun and a bit risky. It’s bold without needing to say a word.

To get this right, choose a bright gel set such as Neon Lights by Modelones or Brights by Beetles. Shape your nails to a point in an almond shape and apply a different color on each finger. No topcoat? No drama- just ensure your foundation is smooth and shiny to give that candy-coated look.

Begin with a clean nail plate and then apply your gel base coat. Paint each color in two coats, curing in between. The top coat is high-gloss, and it seals the deal, particularly in the bright summer light.

Whenever I put this on, I feel like the protagonist in a beach party. It is young, fun, and I want to order another round of frozen margaritas just to match my nails.

Conclusion

Whether you’re drawn to bold neons, soft florals, or chic minimalist designs, these Nail Designs to Try in August 2025 are all about expressing your mood and celebrating the season. Short square to almond, cute to confidently dramatic, there is a style here to suit every type of summer mood. One, two, or all of them, just do not leave August without giving your nails their time. 💅