Summer 2024’s Gel Nail Art: From Simple to Sophisticated. Summer gel nails designs in 2024 range from simple lines and shapes to more sophisticated art that showcases your personal style. Experiment with almond or oval shapes for a sleek, modern look, or keep it short and sweet with bright pops of color. Ideas like ocean waves, sunset gradients, or cute fruit patterns in gel polish add a fun, artistic touch to your summer nails.
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Gold-Flaked Botanical Nail Art
A summer’s tale is told on the canvases of these nails, with a vibrant floral pattern that speaks of sunny days and carefree laughter.
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As a lover of all things that bloom, I’m thoroughly enchanted by the bright and joyous floral motifs dancing across each nail. The combination of yellow, green, and a touch of red over a transparent base is nothing short of a pretty, summery daydream.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Base Coat
- Gel polish colors:
- Yellow: Dior Vernis Gel Shine in Sunwashed
- Red: Chanel Le Vernis Longwear in Gitane
- Green: YSL La Laque Couture in Jungle Green
- Top coat: Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Top Coat
Pink Nails With Floral Accents
The allure of cherry blossoms is captured on these nails, celebrating the beauty of pink against a sheer backdrop, creating a subtle yet trending look for 2024.
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The soft pink blooms and delicate branch designs represent a tranquil beauty. They showcase an appreciation for nature’s simplistic elegance, making it a versatile look for both everyday wear and special occasions.
Consumables List
- Base coat: OPI Natural Nail Base Coat
- Sheer pink gel polish: Essie Gel Couture in Sheer Fantasy
- Pink and black nail art pens: Sally Hansen I Heart Nail Art Pens
- Top coat: OPI Gel Color Top Coat
Vibrant Pink And Magenta Floral Nails
Here we have the embodiment of 2024 long nails in a striking stiletto shape, boasting bold pink hues and dynamic patterns that scream summer fun.
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I’m struck by the fearless use of bright pink and the abstract design that combines both art and audacity. These stiletto nails are for those who wish to make a statement with every gesture.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Smith & Cult B-Line Nail Lacquer
- Pink gel polish: Marc Jacobs Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Polish in Shocking
- Black striping tape
- Top coat: Smith & Cult Above it All Top Coat
DIY Instructions
After the base coat, apply the pink gel polish. Once dried, use striping tape to create angular patterns, then paint over with a contrasting color if desired. Remove the tape to reveal the design and finish with a top coat for a protective and glossy effect.
Pastel Nails With Orange Botanical Design
As we navigate through the summer trends of 2024, we find that a touch of autumn can bring a warm, earthy feel to our gel short and oval designs.
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The scattered foliage in rich orange and green brings an unexpected but welcome contrast to the light neutral background. This design feels like a gentle transition from the bright colors bright of summer to the comforting shades of fall.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Butter London Nail Foundation Priming Basecoat
- Neutral gel polish: OPI Be There in a Prosecco
- Orange gel polish: ILNP Autumn Blaze
- Green gel polish: A England St George
- Top coat: Butter London Hardwear Shine UV Topcoat
DIY Instructions
After your base coat, apply a neutral polish for a natural look. Then, with a thin brush, add delicate leaves in orange and green. It’s a design that requires a steady hand and patience, but the end result is a beautiful, seasonal art piece on your nails.
White Nails With Gold Embellishments
Sometimes, the most stunning statements are made in simple black and white. Here, we see a perfect marriage of sophistication and edginess, ideal for the coffin and stiletto trends of 2024.
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The white base overlaid with black accents and gold embellishments gives a luxurious feel to these long nails. It’s a design that demands attention while maintaining a certain easy and natural elegance.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Essie Here To Stay Base Coat
- White gel polish: LeChat Perfect Match in Purity
- Black gel detailing polish: Born Pretty Black Gel
- Gold studs and embellishments
- Top coat: INM Out The Door Super Fast Drying Top Coat
DIY Instructions
Cover your nails with a white base, then using black gel polish, create the detailed patterns. Add gold studs while the polish is tacky. Once you’re satisfied with your art, apply a top coat to seal in your design.
Tiger Stripe Nails With Gold Details
In a bold embrace of the animal print trend that continues to reign, these nails roar with confidence and style, aligning perfectly with the 2024 gel almond and 2024 gel long trends.
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The tiger stripes set against a natural backdrop are a powerful expression of one’s wild side. The gold accents elevate the look, making it both trendy and timeless.
Consumables List
- Base coat: CND Stickey Base Coat
- Nude gel polish: Zoya in Chantal
- Black striping polish: Sally Hansen I Heart Nail Art Striper
- Gold foil for accent
- Top coat: CND Super Shiney Top Coat
DIY Instructions
Apply a natural-colored gel polish as your base. Once that’s set, use a striping polish to draw on the tiger patterns — no need for perfection, as variations make it more realistic. Add touches of gold foil for a luxurious finish. Finish off with a top coat for trending durability.
Jewel-Encrusted Nails With Gold Accents
Behold a design that whispers of antiquity and yet shouts modernity, a royal tapestry at your very fingertips.
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The milky white and translucent tips serve as a canvas for the bold application of gold and jeweled embellishments, each nail telling its own majestic story. Perfect for coffin or long shapes, they speak of luxury and timeless grace.
Consumables List
- Base coat: ORLY Bonder Rubberized Basecoat
- Milky white gel polish: Essie Gel Polish in Marshmallow
- Jewel embellishments and gold foil
- Top coat: CND Vinylux Long Wear Top Coat
DIY Instructions
After applying a base coat, layer on a milky white gel polish. Once dry, place the jewels and gold foil, using a dab of clear polish to secure them. The key is balance — don’t overcrowd the nail. A generous layer of top coat will preserve your regal design.
Soft Pink Stiletto Nails
In a departure from the ornate, here’s a flirtatious play of pink on stiletto nails, embodying the light-hearted essence of summer.
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The soft gradient of pink is a breath of fresh air, perfect for those long summer days turned into nights. The playful shine suggests easy, cute, and carefree vibes that are quintessentially summer.
Consumables List
- Base coat: ORLY Bonder Rubberized Basecoat
- Pink gel polish: Gelish Make You Blink Pink
- Top coat with a hint of glitter: Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro
DIY Instructions
Start with a base coat before sweeping on a gradient of pink gel polish, blending as you go for that soft transition. To finish, a top coat with a touch of glitter adds that extra hint of bright, sparkling summer charm.
Classic French Manicure With White Tips
Reinventing the French manicure for 2024, this design plays with white tips on a natural base, perfectly aligning with medium to long nail trends.
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It’s a sophisticated nod to the classic with a contemporary touch. The crisp white lines are a testament to precision, offering a simple yet trendy allure that transcends seasons.
Consumables List
- Base coat: China Glaze Strong Adhesion Base Coat
- Natural gel polish: OPI Gel Color in Bubble Bath
- White gel polish: Gelish Arctic Freeze
- Top coat: Gellen Top Coat High Gloss
DIY Instructions
Begin with a base coat and then apply a natural gel polish for the base. Carefully paint the white tips, using tape as a guide if necessary. A smooth, high gloss top coat will give your modern French nails a simple yet trendy finish.
White Nails With Abstract Gold Foil Design
Here we see the delicate dance of minimalism and opulence, where every finger becomes a work of art in its own right.
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This design pairs a soft pink base with striking gold accents, reminiscent of luxurious marble textures. Perfect for a medium or long nail length, this look blends understated elegance with a touch of extravagance.
Consumables List
- Base coat: OPI Natural Nail Base Coat
- Soft pink gel polish: Essie Gel Couture in Fairy Tailor
- Gold leaf accents
- Top coat: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Top Coat
DIY Instructions
Apply a natural-looking pink gel polish as a base. Carefully place gold leaf on the nail, using tweezers for precision. Remember, a little goes a long way with such a bold element. Seal your design with a glossy top coat to ensure longevity and shine.
Pink And Gold Accent Nail Art
Minimalism meets modern luxury in this simple yet elegant design, making it a trending choice for 2024 gel almond nails.
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The matte almond base combined with the glossy gold stripe strikes a balance between subtlety and boldness. It’s an expression of simple sophistication that’s undeniably trendy for 2024.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Zoya Anchor Base Coat
- Matte nude gel polish: OPI Matte Gel in Samoan Sand
- Gold stripe sticker or gold foil
- No-wipe glossy top coat
DIY Instructions
After the base coat, apply a matte nude polish for an understated elegance. Adorn with a gold stripe, achieved with either a sticker or foil, for a simple yet striking contrast. A no-wipe glossy top coat over the stripe alone will create a beautiful matte-gloss duo.
Nails With Metallic Wing Design
Embracing the future with a nod to the fluidity of the ocean, these nails combine sleek metallic designs with a timeless oval shape.
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This gel short oval style captures a dynamic essence through reflective metallic waves over a natural base. It’s an innovative look that’s both trending and easy to wear.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Essie Here to Stay Base Coat
- Nude gel polish: OPI Gel Color in Put it in Neutral
- Metallic nail art tape or silver gel paint
- Top coat: INM Out The Door Fast Drying Top Coat
DIY Instructions
Apply a subtle nude gel polish for the base. Use nail art tape or paint to create the metallic waves, taking care to smooth out any edges for a seamless finish. A swift application of a fast-drying top coat will ensure your futuristic waves stay pristine.
Baroque Style Gold And Black Nail Art
Immerse yourself in the drama and decadence of the Baroque period with a contemporary twist.
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These nails, adorned with golden swirls and splashes against a deep, opaque background, are a declaration of opulence. They bring the grandeur of old-world artistry to the modern age, perfect for those who love to make a bold statement.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Chanel Le Base Protective and Smoothing
- Black gel polish: OPI Black Onyx
- Gold foil or gold leaf
- Top coat: Chanel Le Gel Coat Longwear Top Coat
DIY Instructions
After applying a protective base coat, layer on your black gel polish for a rich foundation. Then, with precision and grace, add the golden details — using foil or gold leaf for a more authentic texture. A high-gloss top coat will add the final touch of sophistication, ensuring your nails are nothing short of a masterpiece.
Soft Nude With Gold Foil Accents
Simplicity and elegance go hand-in-hand in this modern take on minimalist chic.
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This design’s strength lies in its restraint; a pale, natural base with just a hint of gold along the crescent edge speaks volumes. It’s a style that’s both subtle and luxurious, a perfect match for the 2024 gel short square trend.
Consumables List
- Base coat: OPI Natural Nail Base Coat
- Nude gel polish: Essie Gel Couture in At the Barre
- Gold striping tape or gold nail polish for detail
- Top coat: OPI Top Coat
DIY Instructions
Create a clean, nude base, and once it’s cured, apply a thin strip of gold at the nail’s crescent. Whether you use striping tape or hand-paint with a fine brush, the key is a steady hand for that pristine edge. A top coat adds shine and longevity to this minimalist yet striking design.
Long Nails With Silver 3D Art
Taking the gel nail game to the third dimension, these nails pair sleek lines with sculptural floral accents for a look that’s both bold and delicate.
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This design transcends traditional nail art, venturing into the realm of wearable sculptures. The contrasting matte and shiny finishes add depth and intrigue, making these nails true conversation starters.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Essie Gel Setter Base Coat
- Matte grey polish: China Glaze Matte Magic Top Coat over any grey polish
- 3D floral nail decorations
- Top coat: Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat
DIY Instructions
After your base, apply a grey polish and let it set. Then add a matte top coat for a muted background. Carefully affix the 3D floral decorations, securing each with a dot of clear polish. Finish with a glossy top coat applied selectively for a mixed-finish look.
Nude Nails With Abstract Art
Bringing a whimsical touch to gel nails, this design uses delicate doodles to create a unique and personalized look.
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Set against a neutral base, the tiny doodles have an air of bespoke craftsmanship about them, making for a cute and pretty look that’s also incredibly trending and simple.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Zoya Anchor Base Coat
- Nude gel polish: Zoya in Avery
- Fine-tip nail art pen
- Top coat: Zoya Armor Top Coat
Almond Nails With Nude And Black Design
These stiletto nails are a true celebration of elegance and sophistication, adorned with black ribbons that give a nod to couture fashion.
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The blend of matte and gloss in the black detailing against a nude backdrop creates a stunning visual contrast. It’s a design that’s simultaneously edgy and delicate, making a statement without saying a word.
Consumables List
- Base coat: Essie Strong Start Base Coat
- Nude gel polish: OPI Gel Color in Pale to the Chief
- Black gel polish: Gelish Black Shadow
- Matte top coat for the base: OPI Matte Top Coat
- Glossy top coat for the ribbons: Seche Vive Gel Effect Top Coat
DIY Instructions
Apply your base coat followed by a nude gel. Once cured, add black gel polish in the shape of ribbons and apply a matte top coat over the nude areas. Finish the ribbons with a glossy top coat for a multidimensional look.
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