23 Pink Manicure Ideas to Wear This Summer

A pink summer manicure. — @overglowedit / Instagram

Like so many things that were popular in the '90s, pink is major this summer, particularly pink nails. But your rose-colored manicure doesn't have to be girly or basic (not that there's anything wrong with those things). A pink manicure can be artsy, bold, or cutting edge. Firty, even! Seriously, the options are endless—scroll on to see 23 pink summer nail ideas that prove it.

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So Jelly

A person's hand with long manicured nails featuring a gradient design — @overglowedit / Instagram

Are you ready for this jelly? These jelly nails make us think of the cotton candy skies of a summer sunset.

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What a Star

Manicured nails with small decorative stars — @betina_goldstein / Instagram

A star is born with this nail art! Metallic stars over a clear base is a less obvious way to do pink nails for summer.

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Butterfly Effect

Hand with decorated fingernails, including a butterfly design on the ring finger — @overglowedit / Instagram

Spread your wings and fly into these butterfly nails. The glittery silver and pink velvet glass polish has a fairy princess effect.

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Budding Genius

Hand with floral-painted nails and various gold rings — @myprettyset / Instagram

Pink petals on a butter-yellow background bring the greenhouse to life. The tropical flowers are perfect for summer.

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Shell Out

Manicured nails with diverse artistic designs — @overglowedit / Instagram

Bring the beach club to your fingertips with seashells and starfish. The pink and orange color palette screams summer.

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Rose Bud

A hand with long, polished nails in a natural light setting, background includes blurred green foliage — @melanated.mani / Instagram

You can never go wrong with quintessential pink. Like the perfect English rose, this hue is dainty and classic.

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Mix Master

A hand displaying nail art with various designs on each fingernail, adorned with three thin rings on different fingers — @lolo.nailedit / Instagram

Who knew so many nail art designs popped in pink and cream? You can pick your favorite or wear a variety.

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Citrus Stunner

Close-up of a hand with long, artistic fingernails featuring floral and abstract designs on lightly polished surfaces, the nails are of an almond shape and have intricate embellishments — @overglowedit / Instagram

Pink grapefruit slices feel extra refreshing for summer days. These look super juicy thanks to the textural details.

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Berry Good

A hand with polished fingernails and rings on fingers, smooth red glittery nails — @melanated.mani / Instagram

Raspberries are simply delicious. Throw in some glitter and they’ll sparkle to perfection.

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Pretty Pastel

A hand with manicured nails featuring a glossy, elongated style — @overglowedit / Instagram

Bordering on beige, this pink edges into the "neutrals" category. That’s exactly what makes it so versatile.

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Tropical Adventure

A person displays detailed artistic nail designs with floral patterns and various artistic decorations — @myprettyset / Instagram

Enjoy the flora and fauna of a tropical rainforest with these pretty blooms. This set will thrive in high humidity.

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Wicked Cool

A hand displaying a ring and manicured nails — @melanated.mani / Instagram

Giving major Glinda vibes (or should we say Galinda?), there is nothing wicked about these frosted pink nails. The icy shimmer brings on the magic.

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Doll Parts

A manicured hand wearing delicate rings placed against green leaves — @betina_goldstein / Instagram

Come on Barbie, let's go party! Barbie pink still feels fresh and fun for summer.

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Oh Baby

A hand with well-manicured nails in a natural pose — @gelcare.official / Instagram

Not too neon, not too pale, this creamy pastel baby pink is just right—and proof that you don't need bold art or neon colors to make a summer mani statement.

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Strawberry Jam

Close-up of hands with 3D strawberry-themed nail art designs — @gotg0ld / Instagram

These tips look good enough to eat! Fruit designs are the ultimate for pink summer nails.

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Soft Touch

A hand with manicured nails and gold rings on fingers — @lolo.nailedit / Instagram

Enjoy a museum at your fingertips. A mini modern Monet, this set is all about the soft lines and beautiful blending.

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Tone Up

Manicured nails with pink and red ombre designs — @myprettyset / Instagram

How many tones of pink can you fit in one manicure? Here, there are berries, burgundies, fuchsias, pastels, and so much more.

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Another Dimension

Hand displaying shiny, manicured nails with a wavy design, sleeves visible at the wrist — @lolo.nailedit / Instagram

You don't need 3D glasses to see these pretties pop. This mix of builder gel designs is extra intriguing.

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Brownie Points

A pink and brown polka dot manicure. — @heluviee / instagram

Pink and brown is always a stunning (and middle school-bedroom coded!) color combo.

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Chrome Finish

Hand with fingernails styled with a glossy, gradient finish — @overglowedit / Instagram

Sorbet anyone? This chrome-topped manicure will have you asking for seconds.

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Aura Reading

A hand displaying brightly colored manicure, featuring nail designs with a gradient effect, and wearing a white sleeve — @lolo.nailedit / Instagram

There's something magical about aura nails. Hot pink looks even hauter with this design.

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Rose Garden

A rose manicure. — @brushedbyb_ / instagram

This pretty in pink manicure is coming at you straight from a summer rose garden. Dab some rose fragrance on your wrists and you'll have the sweetest hands around.

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