For a preppy look, check out our square summer nail inspo colors & designs featuring preppy pink and beige tones. Simple yet chic, these nails are great for both spring/summer seasons and transition beautifully from daywear to a classy evening out. Think vacation in Greece with nails that echo the colors of the sea and sand.
Soft Mint Elegance
The soft mint green of these nails is paired with a delicate pink and gold stripe, blending simple elegance with a playful, spring/summer touch. The use of gel for the base and accents ensures a long-lasting and smooth appearance.
Materials Needed:
- Mint green gel polish
- Pink and gold striping polish
- Glossy top coat
- Recommendation: ‘CND Shellac Mint Convertible’ for the base, with accents using ‘Orly’s Rage’ for the gold stripe.
DIY Instructions:
Apply two coats of mint green gel polish. Once dry, carefully add pink and a thin stripe of gold down the center of each nail. Finish with a glossy top coat for durability and shine. This design is perfect for those seeking a beachy, yet understated look.
Artistic Butterfly Accents
These almond nails showcase a beautiful gradient from natural beige to translucent tips, decorated with intricate butterfly and floral designs. This manicure exemplifies an aesthetic and art-focused approach, ideal for anyone wanting to express creativity through their nail art.
Materials Needed:
- Beige to clear gradient polish
- Butterfly and floral nail stickers or decals
- Top coat for sealing
- Recommendation: ‘OPI’s Samoan Sand’ for a smooth gradient and artistic decals from ‘Born Pretty’.
DIY Instructions:
Apply a gradient effect using beige polish that fades into clear. Place butterfly and floral decals on the nails. Seal with a top coat to protect the designs and ensure longevity. This look is suited for those who appreciate detailed, unique nail art that tells a story.
Summer Sunset Stripes
These square nails feature a vibrant play of colors with hot pink, yellow, and orange stripes, offering a perfect summer vibe that’s both playful and eye-catching. The unique use of colors and bold striping technique creates a visual that’s reminiscent of summer sunsets, making it a top choice for a vacation look.
Materials Needed:
- Hot pink, yellow, and orange polishes
- Striping tape
- High gloss top coat
- Recommendation: ‘Essie’s Check Your Baggage’ for a vivid yellow and ‘OPI’s Hotter Than You Pink’ for the striking pink.
DIY Instructions:
Apply a base coat of pink. Use striping tape to section off areas for the yellow and orange stripes. Paint each section carefully, remove the tape, and seal with a high gloss top coat for a smooth finish. This design is ideal for those who love vibrant, trendy nails.
Pastel Perfection With Floral Accents
This nail design combines soft pastel shades with delicate floral accents, ideal for a spring/summer wedding or tea party. The use of subtle colors like pale pink and mint green offers a simple, elegant look, while the floral design adds a touch of art and femininity.
Materials Needed:
- Pale pink and mint green polishes
- Floral decals
- High gloss top coat
- Recommendation: ‘CND Shellac in Cake Pop’ for a soft pink and ‘Essie’s Mint Candy Apple’ for the green.
DIY Instructions:
Paint the nails with a base of pale pink. Apply mint green on the accent nails and add floral decals for a decorative touch. Finish with a high gloss top coat to enhance the colors and protect the design. This manicure is perfect for those seeking a gentle, unique aesthetic.
Cherry French Tips
Refreshing the classic French tip, this design features a clear base with white tips adorned with tiny red cherry designs, adding a playful twist to the traditional style. This look is both simple and unique, perfect for any casual summer gathering or as a trendy 2024 update to your manicure.
Materials Needed:
- Clear polish
- White tip polish
- Red and green polish for cherries
- Fine detail brush
- Recommendation: ‘OPI’s Alpine Snow’ for crisp white tips and ‘Essie’s Apple Mint Candy’ for the cherry details.
DIY Instructions:
Apply a clear base coat. Paint the tips white and let them dry. Use a fine brush to add cherry designs. Seal with a top coat for a glossy, finished look. This design is ideal for adding a small, whimsical touch to your nails.
Elegant Nude With Silver Flakes
This design features a nude base with silver flakes scattered towards the tips, providing a sophisticated and elegant look with just the right amount of sparkle. It’s a perfect choice for formal events or an upscale night out, blending simplicity and glamour.
Materials Needed:
- Nude polish
- Silver flake accents
- Top coat for sealing
- Recommendation: ‘Essie’s Ballet Slippers’ for a classic nude and silver leaf flakes for a touch of shimmer.
DIY Instructions:
Paint your nails with the nude polish as a base. Carefully place silver flakes on the tips using tweezers. Seal with a top coat to ensure the flakes stay in place and to add a beautiful shine. This design is superb for those who prefer their style understated yet impactful.
Gradient Orange To Red
Capture the essence of a blazing summer day with this fiery gradient design transitioning from a bright orange to a deep red. This bold look is excellent for anyone looking to make a statement with their nails, embodying energy and passion.
Materials Needed:
- Orange and red polishes
- Sponge for ombre effect
- High gloss top coat
- Recommendation: ‘OPI’s Cajun Shrimp’ for the orange and ‘Revlon’s Revlon Red’ for the deep red.
DIY Instructions:
Apply an orange base coat. Use a sponge to dab on the red polish, blending it upwards to create a seamless ombre effect. Finish with a high gloss top coat for a vibrant, durable finish. This design is perfect for those who love unique, eye-catching nail art.
Subtle Olive Sophistication
This minimalistic, unique design in olive green offers a chic and sophisticated option for those who appreciate subtlety. The matte finish on these square nails gives a modern touch to the manicure, making it suitable for both professional settings and casual outings.
Materials Needed:
- Olive green matte polish
- Matte top coat
- Recommendation: ‘Essie’s Winning Streak’ for the perfect understated olive.
DIY Instructions:
Apply two coats of olive green matte polish. Finish with a matte top coat to enhance the texture and ensure durability. This look is perfect for someone seeking a simple yet trendy nail design that speaks volumes with its understatement.
Deep Blue Elegance
These deep blue nails exude a sense of deep water or clear night skies, with their rich color and glossy finish adding a luxurious feel. The uniform color and long shape make them a standout choice for formal events or a night out.
Materials Needed:
- Deep blue polish
- High gloss top coat
- Recommendation: ‘OPI’s Yoga-ta Get This Blue!’ for that deep, mesmerizing blue.
DIY Instructions:
Apply a base coat followed by two layers of the deep blue polish. Seal with a high gloss top coat for a smooth and shiny effect. This manicure is ideal for those who love classic colors but want to make a bold statement.
Striking Orange And Black Contrast
This design combines high contrast with artistic flair, featuring vibrant orange and glossy black. The sharp geometric patterns and the unique combination of colors create a visually arresting look that is perfect for making a fashion statement.
Materials Needed:
- Black gel polish
- Orange gel polish
- Striping tape
- Glossy top coat
- Recommendation: ‘Gelish’s Black Shadow’ and ‘Orange Cream Dream’ for a vivid contrast.
DIY Instructions:
Use striping tape to delineate sections for black and orange. Apply black gel polish on some sections and orange on others. Remove tape and finish with a glossy top coat for a bold and sleek look. This design is recommended for those seeking a unique, edgy nail art style.
Soft Pink Perfection
Soft pink nails offer a timeless look that’s both gentle and feminine, ideal for everyday elegance or special occasions. The slight gloss on these almond nails adds a touch of sophistication, making them versatile for any outfit or event.
Materials Needed:
- Soft pink polish
- Glossy top coat
- Recommendation: ‘Essie’s Muchi, Muchi’ for that perfect soft pink.
DIY Instructions:
Apply a base coat, followed by two coats of soft pink polish. Finish with a glossy top coat to enhance the natural beauty of the color. This design is great for those who prefer a simple, elegant look that still feels fresh and trendy.
Luxurious Blue And Gold
These nails combine a brilliant blue with luxurious gold, offering a regal aesthetic that’s perfect for high-end events or a glamorous night out. The metallic sheen of the gold paired with the rich blue creates a unique and eye-catching design that is both trendy and timeless.
Materials Needed:
- Blue metallic polish
- Gold metallic polish
- Recommendation: ‘Sally Hansen’s Blue My Mind’ and ‘Golden-I’ for the perfect metallic finish.
DIY Instructions:
Paint the nails with blue metallic polish as the base. Use gold metallic polish on the tips or as an accent nail to create a stunning contrast. Finish with a high gloss top coat to maintain the metallic sheen. This manicure is perfect for anyone looking to add a bit of luxury and sophistication to their nail art repertoire.
Fresh Gradient Summer Breeze
These square nails capture the essence of summer with a seamless gradient transitioning from a light mint green to a refreshing sky blue. The soft pastel shades convey a light, airy feel, perfect for daytime outings or a casual beach day.
Materials Needed:
- Mint green polish
- Sky blue polish
- Sponge for gradient
- High gloss top coat
- Recommendation: ‘Essie’s Mint Candy Apple’ and ‘Butler Please’ for a vibrant, clear sky look.
DIY Instructions:
Start with a base coat of mint green. Use a sponge to apply sky blue at the tips, blending into the green for a smooth gradient effect. Seal with a high gloss top coat for a durable, shiny finish. This look is great for those who appreciate a subtle yet unique play of colors.
Classic French With A Twist Of Pink
Reviving the classic French manicure, this design introduces a soft pink base that adds a touch of femininity to the traditional white tips. The result is a simple, elegant look that’s perfect for any formal event or a polished everyday style.
Materials Needed:
- Soft pink polish
- White tip polish
- High gloss top coat
- Recommendation: ‘OPI’s Bubble Bath’ for a natural pink and ‘Alpine Snow’ for crisp white tips.
DIY Instructions:
Apply a soft pink base to all nails. Carefully paint the tips white for a refined French look. Finish with a high gloss top coat to enhance the smoothness and shine of the nails. This manicure is ideal for those who love a simple, sophisticated style with a modern twist.
Serene Blue Sky And Clouds
This artistic nail design features a serene light blue base with white cloud-like patterns and delicate line art, creating a tranquil sky effect. The soft transitions and artistic touches give these nails a unique, aesthetic appeal that’s both creative and calming.
Materials Needed:
- Light blue polish
- White polish for cloud designs
- Thin art brush
- Matte top coat
- Recommendation: ‘Essie’s Bikini So Teeny’ for the base and ‘Blanc’ for the clouds.
DIY Instructions:
Paint your nails with a light blue base. Use a thin brush to add whimsical white clouds and subtle line art. Opt for a matte top coat to give the artwork a soft, realistic sky appearance. This design is perfect for those who appreciate nails that tell a story and evoke a sense of peace.
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