With summer creeping up faster than we can shed our winter layers, it'll be time to show our fingers and toes some much needed love. While manicures and pedicures can be costly, why not opt for DIY summer manicures to save some cash, learn something new and have fun making your nails your latest summer accessory.
From bright hues, to summertime themes, to simply expressing your inner style and seasonal likes, nail art can be a great way to add flair and a pop of color to any outfit. So pick up a couple of summer colors, create a funky pattern, mix hues, or try out a new polish collection and who knows, maybe you'll become so great at painting nails all your friends will pay you to paint theirs too!
78 DIY Summer Manicures

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Nationalist Nails
Wah Nails Offers Sassy World Cup Manicures

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Moustachioed Manicures
Cute Polish's Moustache Nails Tutorial is a Girly Way to Support Move

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Wallpaper-Inspired Nails
The 'Faded Floral Mani' by The Beauty Department is Easier Than it Looks
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Social Media Manicures
Twitter Nails Fuses the Internet with Beauty
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Geometric Colorful Manicures
Refinery 29 Southwest Nails are Worth the Extra Work
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Grassy Garden Manicures
Artist Marlene Vinha Creates Eye-Catching Nail Designs
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Purposely Imperfect Manicures
The Refinery 29 'Splatter Paint Nails' Tutorial is Disheveled
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Video Game Nail Varnishes
These Super Mario Bros. Manicures Make Gaming Awkward
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Immaculate Manicures
'Yummy' by Laura Vanagaityte is a Perfect 10
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Metal-Attracting Varnish
Sally Hansen Magnetic Nail Polish is Futuristic
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Fierce Avian Fingertips
The Adorable Angry Bird Manicures by YouTube Channel CutePolish
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Frosted Dessert Manicures
This Cute Cupcake Nail Art by Cutepolish is Sweet Enough to Eat
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DIY Marble Manicures
Fashion Blogger Ivania Carpio Shares an Easy, Realistically Chic Look
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Sparkling Snowflake Nails
This Holiday Manicure Will Guarantee Your Hands get Plenty of Attention
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Blackboard Nail Kits
The Chalkboard Manicure is Ciaté's Latest Novelty Wow Kit
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Ancient Symbol Manicures
The Fashion Magazine All-Seeing Eye Manicure Tutorial is Striking
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Half-Moon Manicures
The 3.1 Phillip Lim Nails by Angi Wingle Reverse the French Design
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Darling Dystopian Manicures
This Effie Trinket Nail Art by Cutepolish is Chic
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Avian-Inspired Manicures
The Beauty Department 'Robin's Egg' Nails Tutorial is Gorgeous
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DIY Watercolor Manicures
This DIY Nail Art Idea Will Put a Spring in Your Step
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Notebook-Inspired Manicures
The Cute Polish 'Back to School' Manicure is Adorable
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Cherry Blossom Manicures
The Arizona Tea Nails by Cutepolish are Sunny and Refreshing
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Manga Manicures
Japanese Nail Art Features Hello Kitty-Inspired Nails & More
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Festive Fallen Leaf Manicures
These Thanksgiving Nails by Robin Moses are Glittery and Fun
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Dessert-Inspired Manicures
The 'Candy Warrior' Tutorial by Chalkboard Nails is Scrumptious
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Feline-Crazed Manicures
The DIY Cat Nail Decals are a Must Try for any Kitty Lover
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Festive Seasonal Manicures
CutePolish's Holiday Lights Nail Art is Fun and Easy
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Spiked Badass Manicures
Sophy Robson's Nail Art Draws Inspiration from Gaga for ASOS Magazine
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Pastel Mosaic Manicures
The Fashion Magazine 'Valentino' Nails are Summery
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Skeleton Leaf Manicures
Embedded Nail Art Uses Dried Flowers, Crushed Shells and More
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Haute Hippie Manicures
These Tie-Dye Nails Put Peace and Love at Your Fingertips
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Playful French Manicures
The Beauty Department 'Fun with French' Tutorial is Cute
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Killer Splattered Manicures
Try Out a Halloween Bloody Nail Manicure With the Drippy Nail Tutorial
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Earthy Leaf-Embellished Manicures
The Clossette DIY Terrarium Nails Tutorial is Eco-Inspired
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Vacation Manicures
This Palm Tree Nail Tutorial Will Give You the Perfect Digits for Summer
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Frenzied Fruity Manicures
The DIY Strawberry Nails by The Dainty Squid are Easy and Fun
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Coffee Confection Manicures
The 'Peppermint Mocha Nails' Design is Sweet and Sparkly
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Zipper Nails
Finland'S Laura Sofia Koski's Intense Manicures are Wild
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Deadly Gruesome Manicures
The DIY Blood Splatter Nails are a Halloween Gore Fest
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Mini Formal Wear Manicures
These Tuxedo Nails are Snazzy and Sassy
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Preppy School Supply Manicures
These ‘Ruler Nails’ Will Make You Stand Out in the Clas
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Painted Musical Fingertips
These Rhythmic Manicures by Cutepolish are Simple and Cute
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Sharp Shooter Manicures
The Magazine 'SuperSuper!' Shows Off Some Serious Gun Nail Decals
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Hipster Hightop Manicures
These Shoe Nail Designs Will Rock Your Socks Off
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Claw-Inspired Designer Manicures
The Ruffian & MAC Nails are Frisky
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Dark Sky Manicures
This Tutorial for Van Gogh Nail Art Features a Starry Night
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Artistic Avian Manicures
The Megan McIntyre Beauty Test Lab Evaluates Bird Nails
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Airbrush-Inspired Manicures
The Chic Steals No Airbrush Nail Design is Easy to Do
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Bleeding DIY Manicures
The Fashion Tube 'Halloween Nail Art Tutorial' is Festive
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Wizard-Worthy Manicures
This Harry Potter Nail Art Pays Tribute to the Boy Who Lived
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Glitzy Celebratory Manicures
The Beauty Department ‘New Years Nails’ are Glittery Perf
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Glittery Americana Manicures
The Rookie Mag 'Fourth of July' Nail Tutorial is Patriotic and Glam
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DIY Metallic-Fading Manicures
This Autumn Ombre Nail Art is Simple and Posh for the Holidays
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Couture-Inspired Nail Art
Fashionistas Will Love the Fashion Magazine 'Marc Jacobs' Manicure
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Living Dead Manicures
This Crafted Zombie Nail Polish Makes Grulish Creatures Cute
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Candy-Coated Manicures
The Candy Sprinkles Nail Art by Algae Veronica Looks Delicious
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Gamer Manicures
Craftster Nail Art by HolyPunsBatman is Nerdy, But Amazing
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Adventure-Inspired Manicures
This Camouflage Nail Art by Cutepolish is Rugged Yet Chic
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Patriotic Chrome Manicures
The Fashion Magazine Olympic Nails are Supportive
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Menacing Undead Manicures
The Nail Buff Zombie Hands Tutorial Takes an Eerie Approach to Pampering
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Pocket Monster Manicures
Pikachu Nails Are as Electrifying as the Famous Pokemon Itself
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Electric Neon Manicures
The BeWild Glow in the Dark Nail Polish is Luminous
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Gothic-Embroidered Manicures
Lucian Matis Fall 2012 Collection Showcases Fake Lace Nails
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Romantically Dotted DIY Apparel
The Heart Shorts + Valentine's Day Essential Video is Festive
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Glam Superhero Manicures
These Wonderwoman DIY Nails Are Just in Time For the Fourth Of July
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Holiday Holly Manicures
These Christmas Nail Transfers Add Punch to Each Finger
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Highlighter-Hued Manicures
The Neon DIY Spring Ombre Nails Combine Contrasting Colors
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Diamond-Studded Nails
Cherish...ME is Offering Iced Manicures for $51,000
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Marvelous Beaded Manicures
The Dashing Diva Black Caviar Nails is Stylishly Daring
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Business Fashion Manicures
The Shirt Collar Nail Designs are a Nice Edition to Your Power Suit
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DIY Bandana Manicures
Dress Up Your Nails With The Adorable Bandana Inspired Paisley Nail Art
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Christmas Sweater Nail Designs
'Beautylish' Brings Festive Manicures to the Next Level
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Magical Mouse Manicures
This 'Disney Babies' Nail Design is Bright and Bejewelled
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Reversed Couture Manicures
The Chanel Half Moon Nails Design Flips the Classic French Look
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Literary Heroine Manicures
Duri Cosmetic's ‘The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo' Nai
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High-Heeled Manicures
The Nair Bar ‘Louboutin Manicure' is Pump-Themed
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Tasty Manicures
The Bacon Nails are an Epicurean Fashion Statement
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Viral Korean Pop Manicures
Show off Your Sweet Moves While Wearing Gangnam Style Nail Art
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