Summer may be winding down, but there’s no need to rush into fall manicures just yet. If you’re determined to savor the warm weather while it lasts, Los Angeles celebrity and editorial nail artist Queenie Nguyen has the top trending nail colors to try before summer is over. The pro, who’s behind the nails of A-listers like Jessica Alba, Madelaine Petsch and Alessandra Ambrosio, recently shared her top summer picks in an Instagram reel—and it’s a must-see for anyone planning their final (or final few) summer manicures.
Trending Summer 2024 Nail Colors
Starting with the red nail theory, fire engine red shades ushered our manicures straight into a super hot summer this year. We also saw deep emerald greens, electric neon yellows and the iconic brat green that’s taken the world by storm on manis all over the ‘gram.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, summer also saw the rise of barely-there and super soft colors that took our manicures into more elegant, delicate territory. Nguyen calls out trending shades, including the irresistible lavender, jelly pink, peach and baby blue shades we fell in love with.
And lastly, among the top summer 2024 nail colors, we saw a sharp rise in milky white, barely their nudes and the season’s huge hit, butter yellow. So, what’s next for fall?
Getting Ready for Fall
If you’re ready to leave the summer (and the heat) behind you, there are fantastic shades to help you make the seasonal change into fall. We probably still have a few more warm days ahead before it feels appropriate to let loose the PSL girl in all of us, but thankfully these colors work in any weather. From eye-catching brown chrome colors that go from summer sunset to cozy fall café to the earthy and warm terracotta shades to connect you to your outdoorsy self no matter the temperature, now is the time to dabble in both fall and summer manicure shades to your heart’s content.
A Recap of Summer 2024 Nail Colors
The top summer 2024 nail colors meet high quality, long-lasting formulas for your best manicure yet.
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A classic all-seasons red polish that will elevate any look instantly, this red polish is enriched with bamboo extract and coconut oil.
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This iconic Gucci polish is a brilliant, plant-based varnish that creates a long-lasting and glossy finish.
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This bright peach shade is formulated with UV inhibitors to prevent nail damage.
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A super peachy pink, this Halal-certified polish is infused with hydrating botanicals for peak nail health.
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Gucci’s iconic formula in a can’t miss baby blue? Yes, please!
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This quick-drying polish is step three in the Dazzle Dry system, creating a salon-worthy manicure every time!
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This vegan polish is a gorgeous barely-there pink that gives that perfect jelly finish.
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This soft jelly rose is the perfect color for your jelly-inspired mani.
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A bright lavender, this polish perfectly captures that soft hazy purple.
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This soft purple is a gorgeous salon-quality formula in exactly the shade you’re looking for.
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Want an ultra-bright yellow that doesn’t verge into green? This super sunny yellow is calling your name!
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A true neon yellow, this polish includes green undertones for that highlighter-bright look.
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Get the iconic finish of a true pearl with this beautiful color from Londontown.
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The soft shimmer finish of this polish is the perfect way to capture the pearlescent trend.
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This is a classic milky polish with an ideal sheer finish.
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This soft white color is formulated in France, using plants to create a kind-to-your-nails polish that lasts.
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This soft yellow is the perfect way to “nail” the butter yellow trend.
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This ultra-light shade of yellow has a gorgeous sheer finish.
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The rich green of a tropical island, this emerald is an instant vacation.
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Fall into this deep green and delight in it’s high-shine finish.
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Brat summer is over when we say so!
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A stunning shimmer to take your Brat summer to the next level.
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The iconic Dior Vernis in an addictive barely-there pink that’s perfect for any rich girl manicure.
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A ballet-slipper pink with a salon-quality finish, this polish is perfect for a barely-there look.
