Summer French-Tip Nail Designs You'll Be Obsessed With

There is nothing more elegant than French tips, yet most would argue that summer days are better suited to bolder designs and colors. Thankfully, the solution to this annual nail-related conundrum is relatively simple: Do both. Continue to indulge in sophisticated French tips this summer, but remix the classic look with an outside-the-box idea. For instance, opt for a colorful French manicure with sorbet pastel tips, neon polishes, or playful rainbow colors.

What's more, you can easily step up French-tip nails with tropical flower designs, shimmery gold adornments, and abstract patterns. Painted tips also suit different nail lengths, making them a versatile option for short nails. It's virtually impossible to run out of fresh inspiration when it comes to the French manicure, as there's no shortage of modern interpretations and designs. Regardless of which French-tip design suits your fancy, your summer nails are bound to keep you in high spirits while clinking against fruity Bellini glasses.

These frazzled French tips bring a fun twist to the classic nail design. Instead, swap the standard white-tipped smile lines for swirly pops of color for a summer-worthy manicure. Get creative with quirky nail designs like abstract waves and eye-catching polishes. Better yet, combine multiple colors and shapes for a unique combo.

Crank up the volume on your French mani with pinks, reds, and floral details. In this case, the louder the design, the better. Don't be afraid to add texture to your French nails with 3D sculpted flowers. To try out a DIY design at home, you'll need acrylic gel, rhinestone gems, and steady hands.

Pistachio green is a cute summer shade, especially with a dainty baby French manicure. Baby or micro French tips will appeal to those who prefer minimal designs. This mani is also a good idea for those who want to add a bit more personality to a classic French. So, go all out this summer and experiment with pistachio, sage, and neon-green polishes.

Summer is the perfect season to play around with a deconstructed French manicure. "Solid Frenches cut nails in half," celebrity nail artist Elle Gerstein tells PopSugar. "These filagree [sic] Frenches elongate nails." The glittery gold finishes also create an abstract negative space that the minimalist girlies will find difficult to resist.

Elevate a classic mani with a stunning French fade in a delicate rose-petal polish. This flirty ombré design and blush-pink color combo align perfectly with the girlcore aesthetic, which calls for everything pink and feminine. To fully embrace the girlcore mood, add a touch of sparkle with velvet tips and filigree details.

Despite the endless possibilities for upgrading a classic French mani, there's something to be said about those pearl-drop tips. So, for those loyal to the white-tipped look, simply accentuate the luminous finish with an all-over glossy polish. Not only do pearlescent nails fall in line with the mermaidcore manicure trend but they're also the perfect manicure to nail the mob wife aesthetic when combined with a thick French tip.