When it comes to nail trends, it doesn't get much more timeless than a French tip design. Yes, this nail trend has been around for years, and it still remains one of the most popular choices in salons and on social media. As a beauty editor, I can totally see why. Not only does it look incredibly chic, but it pairs well with everything in your wardrobe, and thanks to the neutral base, it's also surprisingly low-maintenance.
That being said, with the warm weather here to stay, there are plenty of summer French tip nail designs to sink our teeth into. No, these designs might not fall into the neutrals category, but they are the chicest way to add a pop of colour to your manicure for the season ahead.
Below, I've rounded up some of my favourite summer French tip nails that have me racing to book an appointment at the salon. You'll find everything from micro French tips, colourful French manicures, modern French manicures and even trending yellow French tip nails. So, what are you waiting for? Keep on scrolling and don't forget to screenshot your favourite designs in order to show your nail artist...
11 Summer French Tip Nail Designs
1. Sunset Orange
First up is this stunning sunset orange hue. I don't know about you, but this manicure makes me want to be sipping on an Aperol spritz on a rooftop bar in Spain.
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Hermès nail polishes are so sophisticated, and this orange shade just screams summer.
2. Neon Yellow
If you want a real pop of colour, why not opt for a neon yellow French tip? The key to making this look modern is to opt for a thin, micro French tip for that cool-girl finish.
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Press-on nails are an easy to way to get the look at home.
3. Multicoloured Pastels
How fun is this multicoloured design? Opt for soft pastel shades for a subtle finish.
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This set comes with every pastel shade you could ever need.
4. Floral French Tips
If you want to try a little bit of nail art, why not try this cute floral French tip design?
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Create dainty nail art at home with a thin nail brush.
5. Soft Blue
Don't want to stray too far from a classic white French tip this summer? Soft blue is the way to go.
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This beautiful blue shade definitely reminds me of the sparkling sea.
6. Double French Tip
A double French tip is one of the coolest designs around, and I'm obsessed with this pink and red colourway.
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A good nail art brush is an essential for this nail trend, and this kit from Mylee has every size you could need.
7. A Pop of Green
This eye-catching manicure is bound to earn you so many compliments. Just imagine this on holiday with a tan.
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H&M nail polishes are worth the hype.
8. Buttermilk
Just because it's summer, it doesn't mean that you have to suddenly wear bright colours all season. If muted shades are more your thing, this buttermilk French tip design will be right up your street.
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A soft yellow shade that will never go out of style.
9. Pistachio
If you're up to speed on the biggest summer nail trends, then you'll know that pistachio nails are set to be huge this season. So, why not opt for a pistachio French tip?
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The perfect pistachio shade does exist.
10. Picante French Tips
Picante pedicures might be trending, but a picante French tip nail design is just as good.
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The ultimate bright red hue.
11. Multicoloured Neon French Tips
Those of you who like to make a statement with your nails will love this multicoloured neon French tip design.
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Nails Inc has created these handy nail pens that make doing a French tip at home so much easier.
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