These 23 Aura Nail Ideas Have Good End-of-Summer Energy

orange and silver aura nails — @vanityprojectsmia/Instagram

Some trends come and go, but aura nails have had remarkable staying power. The manicure, which is inspired by the colored field of energy that surrounds people, is a stunning way to express the essence of who you are or your life stage. Are you intuitive? There’s a color for that. Sensitive and empathetic? A color for that, too! In your healing era? Yep, there’s a color associated with growth and transformation.

Whether you’re looking to take the trend literally with a color that reflects you or just love the aesthetic and inspiring hues that speak to you, here are 23 aura nail ideas to inspire your end-of-summer mani.

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Soft and Hot Pink Aura Nails

aura nails with neutral pink base and neon pink center — @disseynails / Instagram

This gorgeous almond-shaped set is simple and feminine. A soft pink keeps the base subtle while a hot pink center adds high energy.

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Pink and Orange Aura Nails

pink and orange mid-length aura nails with square shape — @yo_keshh / Instagram

Here, bubblegum pink gradually fades into orange over a baby pink base—a perfect color combo for the end of summer.

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Coral and Lilac Aura Nails

Orange-red center rounded aura nails with lilac base — @lolo.nailedit / Instagram

Aura nails are all about energy, so this is your opportunity to do whatever you’re vibing with. Experiment with colors you may not ordinarily pair, like this lilac base with a coral center. The short length and round tips are dainty and classic.

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Purple Star Aura Nails

almond shape pink and purple nails with stars and gems — @overglowedit / Instagram

Stars and gems give this manicure texture and a dreamy vibe. We love the purple and pink color scheme, but if you’re looking for something more cosmic, you could always opt for a dark and light blues.

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Sunburst Aura Nails

short natural aura nails with yellow center and orange base — @lolo.nailedit / Instagram

It doesn’t get more summer than this fiery red base with a deep yellow center. The combo creates a bold and electrifying sunburst effect.

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Pink and Blue Aura Nails

This manicure is airy and moody with a peachy-nude base and dusty blue center. The artist used blue eyeshadow to create the aura.

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Crescent Aura Nails

short natural aura nails with orange and pink center and purple base with white crescent design — @nailsbycanishiea / Instagram

The milky purple base and orange gradient center in this short aura manicure remind us of a sunrise sky. To get the same saturated but soft finish, try celeb manicurist Julie Kandalec’s airbrush technique.

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Watercolor Aura Nails

A watercolor aura manicure. — @overglowedit / instagram

What’s a watercolor manicure if not a softened aura setup? If you want to end the season on a super soft note, this is the way to do it.

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Blushing Pearl Aura Nails

neutral white and pink aura nails with gem accent — @overglowedit / Instagram

Perfect for spring, summer, or elegant occasions like weddings, the dainty set was created using a pearlescent white and blush pink. Add a little sparkle with a micro gem accent.

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Sherbet Aura Nails

prange and pink aura nails long square shape with gold stars — @myprettyset / Instagram

Inspired by sherbet, this long square mani is sweet indeed! This bold set is perfect for the mani maximalist. Sometimes more is really more, as proven by the gorgeous gold sun art on each nail.

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Horizon Aura Nails

orange and yellow rounded aura nails with white star designs — @phoebesummernails / Instagram

Tomato red, fiery orange, and twinkling stars evoke a summer sunset.

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Mismatched Aura Nails

aura nails with different colors on each finger — @nuka.nails / Instagram

Does your aura seem to change with every reading? Pay homage to your many energies with a mismatched aura set. Giving each nail its own look is a sure way to make a statement.

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Pink and Green Aura Nails

pink and green almond aura nails with rhinestone accents — @nuka.nails / Instagram

If you want to try more than one color but don’t want to go full-on mismatched, consider a different color on each hand. These pink and green aura nails are a great vibrant accessory to your summer style. Bling accents are optional but highly encouraged.

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Squiggle Aura Nails

different color aura nails with 3D squiggle designs — @nuka.nails / Instagram

Various colors, shimmer, and 3D metallic squiggles come together in this whimsical aura set. Don’t be afraid to step outside of the box.

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Aperol Aura Nails

An Aperol spritz aura manicure. — @vanityprojectsmia / instagram

Spritz season isn’t over yet, team. Continue celebrating now (and every season after—it’s spritz season when you want it to be!) with this gorgeous orange-tinted cat eye manicure.

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Blue Aura Nails

There’s nothing sad about these blue aura nails. Dewdrop art and gem accents give this set some texture and extravagance. The length and square shape are a perfect balance to the design.

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Twinkling Star Aura Nails

short pink aura nails with twinkle star design — @yo_keshh / Instagram

Find the color associated with your aura, and let it be the main character of your mani. Pink is said to symbolize compassion, creativity, and romance.

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Green Aura Nails

A green aura is associated with growth and healing. Are you in your transformation era? If so, try your favorite shade of green and let your mani match your energy.

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Shiny Aura Nails

Chrome Aura Nails — @yo_keshh / Instagram

Shiny aura nails with a chrome trim? Yes, please! Outlining the nail with a rose gold chrome polish adds a luxe finish to your mani.

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Matte Aura Nails

matte pink and purple press-on aura nails with gold gems — @phoebesummernails / Instagram

For a more muted effect, try a matte finish. The resulting look is anything but flat—especially when topped with gold charm accents.

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Coquette Aura Nails

dainty pink aura nails with ribbon heart and star art — @phoebesummernails / Instagram

These aura nails feature bows, hearts, and stars to achieve a soft and flirty flair. The coquette vibes in this manicure are strong.

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Structured Aura Nails

abstract aura nails in brown and blue with 3d gold accent art — @nailsbycanishiea / Instagram

There are many ways to add texture to your mani, like this rich gold piping. The gold accents on top of the blue and brown auras elevate this artsy set.

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Passionfruit Aura Nails

A passionfruit aura manicure. — @manucurist / instagram

Fruit manis for the summer are so cute, and this subtle ode to passionfruit is a fun way to go about the style. Depending on your favorite seasonal produce, you could even change up the colors. How great would a green and pink watermelon aura mani be?