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Bright colors are typically linked with summer, whether they appear in the outside world or the fashionable apparel worn during the season. Thus, brilliant reds, oranges, or yellows may come to mind when you envision a summer nail. However, have you ever thought about sporting pastel nail colors in the summer?
You can wear a cute pastel nail design throughout the summer (or any season) despite what you might believe. Check out these summer-appropriate pastel manicure designs for inspiration before your next trip to the salon. Maby constantly updates new nail salons opening in the city with trending nail designs
What are pastels?
When we hear the word “pastel,” we typically picture baby blue, soft pink, and butter yellow, but it refers to any color that is both light and slightly desaturated. For instance, some gray tones (like our well-liked Serenity Sunday nail dip powder hue), lilac purple, soft peach, and mint green can also be categorized as pastels. As a result, pastel manicures offer a wide range of colors that may be tailored to complement any look or skin tone.
Pastel colors were initially created for use in painting in the 1400s, but they gained popularity during the Impressionist movement in the 1800s (think Monet and Renoir). Because of the soft, dreamy impression they evoke, pastels continue to be popular in art, fashion, and beauty.
How to choose the best pastel nails for your skin tone
One of the most important considerations when choosing a manicure color is how well the shade will flatter your skin tone. The right nail color can make your skin “pop” and draw attention to your best features, creating a truly unique look.
If you have pale skin and “ash” tone blonde or brunette hair, we recommend sticking to cool-tone pastels, such as our Nugenesis Nails Baby Blue dip powder or silvery grays. If you have pale skin and warm brown or red hair, on the other hand, pastel pink, yellow, and green should be your go-to shades.
For those with tan or light brown skin, pastel peaches (e.g., Nugenesis Nails Peach Bum dip powder) and yellows are a great way to highlight the gold overtones of your complexion.
Against dark brown skin, pastels provide a wonderfully striking contrast that’s sure to get you noticed. Though virtually any pastel shade works with dark skin, olive green hues (like Nugenesis Nails Bamboo Green dip powder) and lilacs are often particularly flattering.
It’s time to consider design now that you know how to pick the ideal pastel manicure color for your skin tone. Because pastels are so popular right now, nail technicians have created a fantastic selection of imaginative, colorful manicures to choose from, including the eight designs below:
Heart colored tips
Your nails will have a cute summer twist if you add a design and a pastel tint to your regular colored tip. Although we prefer this tiny heart with its pastel-colored points, you can accessorize your outfit with any small object, such as a flower or star.
Supplemental pastels
This pastel design is an excellent choice if you prefer a more straightforward manicure or like to do your nails at home. Pick two complementary pastel colors you love (green and purple) and paint each nail with them one at a time.
Strawberry kiwi
For a fun seasonal design, consider incorporating strawberry kiwi, one of our favorite summer flavors, into your manicure. Paint your nails in pastel pink and green to create a fruit-inspired manicure, or you may make a creative pattern like this abstract nail art.
Pastel swirl nail
A pastel-colored nude is a great color to blend into this nail trend. Use a foundation color that complements your skin tone, and then add your favorite pastel colors as a statement nail or in a swirl design over the nude shade.
Pastel ombré
Try an ombré mixed rainbow manicure style if you’re sick of your standard French tip. Choose three favorite pastel colors, and then apply each color to a different nail portion. Afterward, using a nail brush, combine the colors into a multicolor blend. Add a top coat to set it.
Pastel statement nail
If you prefer soft, muted hues, this design can suit you if you only want to dangle your toe in the pastel seas. Paint one pastel nail on each hand for a subtle but fashionable effect after applying a vibrant color to your nails.
3d Pastel nails
This year, 3D nail art decals have been widely popular on social media, so this style is ideal for a fashionable summer manicure. Ask your nail technician for cute 3D pastel designs; our favorites are butterflies and sparkling hearts.
Marble nails
A pastel marble design is ideal if you want something elegant and subtle. To make the marble design more summery, you can choose a nail polish other than white as the foundation color. Explore Maby blog to learn more about nails.