These Nail Polish Colors Are the Epitome of Summer

Summer means warmer temps, cutoffs, miniskirts and switching up your nail polish colors. Hey, we can all use a little colorful distraction from time to time. Lucky for us, the summer nail polish shades this year are pretty spectacular.

There are your seasonal staples, like pink, orange, purple and green, but with new distinctive personalities. From combining hues to make a statement to incorporating a touch of shimmer, these shades will make you glad summer is on the horizon. Don’t be afraid to embrace neutrals, though. Think creamy hues or a polished putty. They will go with any summer outfit in your warm weather repertoire. We’ll leave it up to you if you also want to wear these colors on your toes. (If you’re looking for something different, we’ve got your pedicure covered.)

And don’t be afraid to mix things up. Mismatched nails are still popular and there’s always room for negative space nail art. Or you can simply paint polish on only a few fingers for a more minimalist take.

Ready to trade in your current stockpile for fresh hues? We thought so. Here are the 18 hottest summer nail polish colors to add to your seasonal sartorial strategy.