Trendy summer manicure in 2024: photo of novelties with starfish nail design
When it comes to summer nail ideas, we're constantly looking to nature for inspiration. The most obvious is floral art and fruit-themed nails. But what if we told you that there's more to sea? The ocean, for example, is full of fun, beachy nail ideas that include a variety of summer darlings (think seashells and pearls) waiting to be discovered. One of those icons is the starfish. Sleek and easy to recreate with a steady hand, we're huge fans of this emerging nail trend and think you should be too. So, we've scoured social media for the most adorable starfish-inspired sets you'll want to screenshot immediately.
Keep scrolling for the 8 best starfish nail ideas, from short and simple to long and intricate.
01 Under the Sea Set
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Go beyond the beach and draw inspiration from the depths of the sea. Think seahorses, coral, seaweed, and starfish against a deep blue, water-marbled backdrop, evoking the vibes of a scuba diving adventure.
The intricate details of the textured Mother of Pearl and the mesmerizing patterns of water, alongside shells, sand dollars, and starfish, remind us of exciting treasure hunts along the shore.
04 Pretty in Pink
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To get the popular water surface effect seen on these bubblegum pink nails, mix clear polish with sheer white polish and brush the mixture across the full nail. Then, using a dotting tool, place dollops of clear polish on top of the mixture and watch the bubble pattern form.
With crisp white, textured starfish and a nude base, this oval nail design feels ready to set sail on a yacht or take center stage at a summer wedding.
07 Square Starfish Nails
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Tackle one of summer's biggest nail trends (aka square nails) with this iridescent starfish and shell design. We love the 3D clear bubbles interspersed across all five fingers.
Channel your inner Ariel with these mermaid-inspired nails. Each nail has a different design, alternating between scale print, sea gradient, starfish decals, and fine glitter.
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