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The temperatures are rising, beach days are here, and suddenly, we have a sunny disposition.

Side by side images of summer nail art trends

*L to R: @lani_nailedit @ banicured_ Hayley Dang for @Bellacures*

This summer, more is more (is more).

If you consider yourself a maximalist, rejoice.

And if you are a minimalist, you’re able to get excited too.

Blue and green aura nails

Hayley Dang

We cant speak to the exact meaning of the colors, but we predict good vibes.

For this candy-colored manicure, each nail gets two coats of a different shade of nail lacquer.

ILNP

ILNP Holographic Shimmer Nail Polish in the shade Secret Society.

Skittle nails

Hayley Dang

Micro French Nails

Meet the micro French manicure, set to reign supreme in months to come.

She is the cooler, younger sister to the classicFrench manicure, but with an ultra-fine tip.

double-check to use slow and steady strokes to guarantee the most precise system.

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This look works on allnail shapesbut is especially cute onshort square nails.

Compared to the precise nature of the classic version, this design is fairly easy to freehand.

This is going to help you achieve thin lines and prevent blobs of polish.

multi colored micro french nails

Amy Le

If you want to make an even bigger statement, consider outlining the design with a metallic polish.

A golden lacquer likeChanel Le Vernais in Phenixwill really make the look sparkle.

Butterflies make for great nail design inspiration.

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Tolani Rosa

We suggest taking the print for a whirl on your nails.

If you want to simplify things even more, try keeping the tie-dye to an accent nail or two.

This creates a canvas for the colors to pop.

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Once that dries, add a thick line of each color.

The trick to getting the blurred, tie-dye-like finish?

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Wavy French nails

Tolani Rosa

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Tolani Rosa

Blue butterfly nails

Tolani Rosa

tie dye nails

Bana Jarjour