These 10 Offbeat Summer Pedicure Ideas Will Make You Run for Nail Polish Shopping

With only one month of summer left, hurry up and wear your best summer shoes with open toes and give your feet a pedicure refresh. While the classic warm weather polish colors like bright white and sheer pink are expected, a few of summer pedicure ideas might just surprise you.

Butter yellow

“Neon yellow pedicure.”

“My brand new yellow pedi in Sandals on the dash!”

Butter yellow nail polish brings a subtle yet cheerful pop of color to toes. Unlike the bold neon yellows of previous summers, this softer, more neutral shade of yellow offers a gentle and refined twist on the classic yellow pedicure.

Lavender pedicure

Purple color has become very popular lately. However, it’s best to refrain from painting your toenails with the dark shades of this color because they will look bruised. And it’s unlikely that anyone wants this effect. On the other hand, lavender color freshens up the look and looks chic with any summer outfit.

Pastel colours

“Pastel rainbow mani pedis w a friend!”

This summer, pedicure trends are steering away from bold neon colours and embracing more subdued tones for our toenails. Picture soft greens, blues, and pinks that capture the essence of the sea and sunshine. These vibrant yet gentle colours convey a cheerful, summery feel, making them a captivating detail in open-toed footwear. And actually, you can even mix these colours.

Glazed nails

“Got my first pedicure the other day, what do you all think of the color.”
“Love chrome on my toenails. Looks so cute. 2 coats of ballerina with white/pink chrome powder.”

Glitter nail polish on the toenails lasts for a very long time. But this coating is difficult to remove. And it sometimes looks not very aesthetically pleasing. Though, there is no need to give up glitter. While glitter is very much on trend right now, its more sheer and subtle versions look more beautiful than the chunky iridescent pieces!

And the recent hit are glazed nails. They’re called this way because they look like glazed donuts. Nails of this color look delicate, and they match beautifully with any outfit.

Mermaid

“Rainbow fish pedi from a few weeks ago”

Summer is the perfect time to experiment with your pedicure. Nails resembling fish scales seem to be created specifically for the beach and sea waves. This option, of course, is for the brave, but it looks eye-catching anyway.

Metallic

Metallic shades are the hottest trend of this year. Silver shoes, gold skirts and other metallic clothing have taken over the runways. But why not try this trend in a pedicure? If this idea seems too bold, you can try the metallic coating only for one nail, and paint the rest of the toenails with a neutral color.

Sky blue color

We are used to the idea that the classic color for a pedicure is red or burgundy. However, it doesn’t always look good because it can emphasize the age-related changes in your feet. The sky blue color, on the other hand, can freshen up your look, and it’s also on trend this year.

Animal print

“I usually don’t see to many pedicure posts but I LOVE my moo cow piggies.”

Accurate animal prints add rhythm to the look. But you can start small, for example, with a one toenail design. It looks gorgeous. Other animal prints, like zebra, giraffe, snake, leopard will also work.

Flowers and fruit

Photo 1: “Soft green pedi”
Photo 2: “My summer gel toe art”

Toe art will probably never go out of fashion. You can do a pedicure with flowers — it will look cute and romantic. Fruit drawn on the toenails look fresh and summery. And abstractions look simple, but chic.

Total white

“White look good or nah?”

“Fresh white manicure and pedicure, looks so clean.”

Among the standout trends, summer white toenails have become a key focus for nail art enthusiasts. These chic and flexible designs provide an excellent way to elevate summer outfits, keeping style fresh and lively. Also white polish has a unique ability to enhance a sun-kissed tan.

Bonus: Under no circumstances should you ever do a French pedicure.

“Summer french pedicure.”

“My First French Pedicure!”

Experts do not recommend doing a French pedicure, where the top edge of the nail is highlighted. On the hands, it is acceptable, but not on the feet. Outgrown nails look ungroomed, as if you forgot to cut them, and they are about to start touching the floor. And a strip of white color seems to emphasize the overgrown edge.

Pedicure trends are always evolving, and what’s popular can change from year to year. Occasionally, past favorites make a comeback, bringing a touch of nostalgia to our nail designs. Embrace the opportunity to show off a fresh and cool nail look! And don’t forget to use foot care tips to look gorgeous.