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Summer 2018's Best and Biggest Nail Trends

Whether you need some inspo to bring to your fave manicurist, or you want something quick and easy to DIY, we rounded up summer’s five hottest nail trends. All totally doable on any digits. 

The 5 Trendiest Mani-Pedi Combos for Summer


mismatched nail colors
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Mismatched Colors

Can’t decide between two deliciously sweet pastels? Wear one on your right hand and another on your left. Problem solved.

thin gold lines nails
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Minimalist Sparkle

Well, those are two words we never thought we’d pair together. A simple vertical line makes glitter feel grown-up. Just put a piece of tape on either side of your nail for a foolproof stencil.

light yellow nail polish
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Mellow Yellow

This buttery hue is trending big-time, and we happen to think it’s the perfect summer shade: sunshine in a bottle.

picasso nail art
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Picasso Art

Thin black lines on a solid nude base means they go with literally every sundress in your closet.

dainty flower nail art
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Dainty Florals

Flowers for summer? Groundbreaking. But when done with a teeny-tiny brush on a neutral base coat, they actually are.



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Brianna Lapolla formerly held the role of Senior Commerce Editor at PureWow covering all things shopping across beauty, fashion, and lifestyle. Now, she's putting her 12 years of professional experience to use on a freelance basis. When she's not typing away, you can find her somewhere in Europe or at home catering to her dog, King Louis.

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