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Denim or gel nails? You will see these trends everywhere this summer!

7/3/2023

Jana Krajco

3-minute read

If, like me, you belong to the club of those whom will never meet you without "done" nails, you are probably rejoicing at the arrival of summer. Finally our efforts will be visible (even on our feet)! Before you add another polish to your collection and start working your magic with a nail polish brush, check out our tips for trendy summer nails. And don't worry, the false ones will also suit you.

Nails Like in Provence

When it comes to nail colour trends, the beauty world travelled to Provence in France for inspiration this year and was enchanted by its lavender meadows. This shade appears in eye linershair dyes and this purple wave has crossed over to nails. With a lavender manicure you can play around nicely. Try an ombré or chrome effect. 

Denim Nails

With boyfriend jeans or a denim skirt (yes, they're making a comeback), be sure to get denim nails to match. Don't be alarmed, it's not about any wild or crazy textures, it's all about that typical blue-grey tone that classic jeans have. But feel free to add a matte top coat at the end for a more authentic result. 

Dress Your Nails in Denim:

Summer Nails Barbie Style

Barbie mania, which was triggered this year by the new Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling movie, has also influenced summer nail polishes. Therefore - as you can guess - pink is the only way to go. And a simple rule applies: the pinker the better.   

Colourful French Manicure

And one more stop in sweet France, which will especially please indecisive souls. If you're holding multiple bottles of colourful nail polish and can't decide on just one, take them all. Ideally, limit yourself to five shades. Because that's exactly what the next nail trend inspiration is for 2023, the rainbow French manicure. Can you imagine how great it will look when you're holding a summer drink?

Get Colourful:

Would You Like Gel Nails?

Several layers are needed to prevent the nail from showing through under the polish. But who has time to wait for them to dry properly? You'll love the gel trend. You can think of it as a lip gloss. You know it's there, but at the same time you see " what's underneath". It doesn't cover the nails, it tones them down. The colour of your gel is up to you, what is important is the effect of translucency and shine.

Yours, but Better

If you're not a fan of colour, feel free to let the natural beauty of your nails shine through. Just enhance them a little. It basically works the same way nude makeup does. Adjust the shape, add a top coat for a little bit of gloss and be proud that this is how your nails always look. 

Emphasise Your Natural Beauty:

Shape? Almond Is Leading the Way

If you're lucky enough to grow your nails out a little, file them in an almond shape - a pretty oval with a subtle tip. At least, that's the current trend. You can count on them to suit all the latest summer nail trends.     

And now the hardest step remains - deciding which of the nail polish colours or manicure trends to try first!