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15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer

15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
Franklin Thompson
By Samantha Callender · Updated October 23, 2020

Summertime is the perfect time to play with bold colors and patterns for your manicure. This summer, we’re getting all our inspo from sisters on Instagram, but also the small screen by watching TNT’s Claws, a drama series that revolves around the life of a fabulous and oh-so-hilarious nail artisan. Aside from garnering rave reviews, the show also is known for it’s bold and gorgeous nail looks.

If you’re looking to add some color and texture into your nail look, look no further than this gallery of Claws-inspired manicures we’ve found on Instagram. 

01
Watercolor Texture
This watercolor texture is dreamy and a gorgeous look for summer.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
02
Geo Lines
Get into the pattern of lines and colors with this multi-colored look.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
03
Perfect Purple
This bold color is a perfect color for the summer.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
04
Mod Dots
Take a black and white look to the next level with these chic dots.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
05
Rainbow Pattern
This rainbow effect takes a simple pattern to new heights.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
06
Blue Baby
This matte blue with jewel accents make a simple yet bold summer look.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
07
Marble and Texture
Add some texture and pattern with this black and white look.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
08
Accent Nail
Usually reserved for the ring finger, switch things up by playing with accent nails on different fingers (like your index finger or pinky).
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
09
Jeweled Tones
Add some dazzle to your nails with holographic jewels.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
10
Pink and Green
This pink and green ombre is a beautiful and fresh look.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
11
Pink Hologram
This holographic effect is an out of this world mani.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
12
White and Glitter
This bright white is taken to new heights with glitter accents is a magical look.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
13
Nude Matte
This gorgeous matte plays with texture, color, and contrast.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
14
Graphic Eye Accent
This eye accent nail makes for a bold and fun graphic nail.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer
15
Warm and Glowing
This warm orange and jeweled accent nail make for a fun and textured mani.
15 Manicures That Are Guaranteed To Help You Slay Summer