Fall is near, and you might be eagerly anticipating it, but there’s still time to enjoy the last few weeks of summer. Trendy French tips, vibrant aura nails and all shades of chrome dominated the summer—so why not keep them around just a bit longer?
Before we switch to deep, cozy colors of fall, take a look at these end-of-summer nails to find the perfect look for the season’s change.
1. Lavender Chrome Nails
Let’s see the summer off with its standout trend: chrome nails. Nudes and transparent pinks were everywhere this season, so may we suggest lavender as a farewell-to-summer shade?
2. Neon Green Nails With Gold
Brat summer is almost over, so if you haven’t tried out the neon green nails trend yet, now’s your chance! For inspiration, here’s Hailey Bieber’s version of the look with golden accents.
3. Pastel Ombre Nails
This summery ombre look is colorful, but it can still work if you’re into the clean girl aesthetic. Each nail starts with a white base and fades into soft pastel tips in different shades.
4. Blue Aura Nails
Aura nails have been the coolest trend in recent seasons. They look amazing on their own, but they’re also a great base for adding extra nail art, like the silver metallic details in this design.
5. Black French Tips
As fall approaches, the temptation to paint your nails black intensifies. To keep things slightly lighter, try black French tips on a nude base. This manicure goes a step further and tops the look off with sparkly gems.
6. Holo Sparkle Nails
Lilac-to-mint ombre with a fine glitter overlay—could this be the perfect in-between manicure? It hints at the muted tones of fall, but the light colors keep it tied to summer.
7. Cat Eye French Tips
There’s a lot happening with this manicure: a pale pink base, hot pink aura, French tips made with magnetic polish and a cat-eye effect. But somehow, it all comes together and the end result is stunning.
8. Matte Floral Nails
Love flowers on your nails? Before you jump into the deeper, moodier fall florals, try this manicure as a final summer fling. The combination of dusty pink and muted mint is a lovely blend of both seasons.
9. Neon Mango Red
Red is having a major moment this year, so why not end summer with a bang by painting your nails the brightest red you can find? This neon mango-red shade is is a strong contender for the title.
10. Retro Nail Art
Here’s a cute example of nail art that looks better on short than long nails. The key is in the proportion of the designs, so instead of small, short nails look intentional.
11. Muted Rainbow Nails
Summer is synonymous with the colors of the rainbow, so for your end-of-summer nails, why not tone it down with some muted, softer shades?
12. Pink And Lilac Nails
There’s nothing seasonal about glittery pink and lilac melting into one another, but this combination is gorgeous—it just works. Approved for all seasons.
13. Galaxy Manicure
This manicure mixes deep and light colors, bright and muted tones and lots of sparkle. The result? A look reminiscent of stars in the night sky.
14. Bright Blue Nails
Blue has been a standout shade this year and while it’s set to get darker for fall, there’s no reason not to keep wearing bright, sky-blue nails with your still-in-rotation summer wardrobe.
15. Copper Chrome Nails
This nail look is a perfect mix of summer and fall—combining the summer chrome trend with classic fall copper, it’s a gorgeous transition between the seasons.
16. Blue Nails With Pearls
If you’re done with bright blue for the year, this muted, sparkly version is a worthy replacement. Decorated with 3D pearls, it looks stunning.
17. Neon Yellow French Tips
French tips are skinny and colorful this year, and we’re carrying that trend into this transitional look. Neon yellow French tips are cheerful and minimalist—a little bit of summer to take into fall.
18. Peach Glitter Nails
Nudes and neutrals aren’t going anywhere, but let’s shake things up a little. Instead of the usual chrome glazed donut look, try a peachy nude with pearlescent glitter for something a little different.
19. Croc Nails
This wild croc manicure with each nail in a different color combination works for all seasons, but especially summer and fall. Plus, you can easily create this look at home.
20. White And Blue Nails
Royal blue and milky white—a striking, cool combination. But add some tiny floral nail art and this manicure becomes soft, feminine and pretty.
21. Cherry Red Nails
In summer, we’re often inspired to play with our nails and do fun designs, but if you’re ready for something classic, cherry red is a shade you can’t go wrong with.
22. Dark Blue Glitter
As summer fades into fall, a deep blue polish feels fit for colder days—but if it’s packed with glitter, it’s just right for your end-of-summer nails.
23. Green Aura Nails
These green aura nails will pop against your tan and look great with light summer clothes, but they also have enough depth to transition into fall.
24. End-Of-Summer Nail Art
Is it too late for a beachy manicure? Of course not! Maybe you’re just getting ready to hit the beach and aren’t interested in fall nails right now.
25. Mix And Match Shimmer
The colors in this manicure are so pale they’re almost neutral, but they still have a hint of color. Wearing a different shade on each nail isn’t too bold and the delicate shimmer is stunning.