Dreamy & Moody Nail Ideas Inspired By Cancer Season

From mid-June to mid-July, folks under the Cancer zodiac sign celebrate one more trip around the sun, and while they can celebrate in any way they seem fit, we're partial to treating ourselves to a fresh mani-pedi. Those who fall under this sign are notoriously sensitive and can be a bit moody, but that's not necessarily a negative thing. They know what they want and how they feel, which means they're particularly style-savvy individuals who often express their emotions through their aesthetics, including their nail designs. Plus, since Cancers are born in the summer, any color goes — the more vibrant, the better in most cases.

The crab-signified sign naturally gravitates toward earthy blues and greens, as well as sandy taupes and ecru shades. Moreover, Cancer is ruled by the moon, so glistening silver and white shades are also great options for this sign. Of course, you don't have to be born under this sign to try these nail shades — anyone can celebrate Cancer season and let their emotions peek through a little extra. If this sounds like you, check out these digit designs that will put you in the perfect dreamy mood for summer.

Gradient pearlescent French tips are a summer nail design you'll be obsessed with. After all, this fresh take on the classic French tip is fitting for moon-ruled Cancers, and its clean palette leaves room for whimsical designs, such as curved lines or horizontal stripes. Our favorite take? A glistening gemstone on an accent finger or two, as it will twinkle like the stars in the night sky.

Jelly nails make a brilliant summer manicure, and a bright purple shade is perfect for ringing in summer. This vampy color reflects Cancer's ethereal and secretive nature, but just don't get on a Cancer's bad side — they might give you a little pinch with their claws!

We've already established that Cancer is a secretive sign, but there's more than one way to reflect this in a stunning set of nails. An iridescent chrome manicure perfectly showcases the multi-faceted personalities that come with being a Cancer. You'll see different colors as you wave your hands, which you can show off while dancing under the summer moon. Hot tip: For some extra glow, use a top coat with a high-shine finish.

When it's time to pull out your summer whites, accessorize your 'fit with opaque nails in the same shade. Nothing screams "Cancer season" more than blinding white nails, and it's even a perfect shade to wear to summer weddings, as it will look simply glamorous but not get you in trouble like white attire would. Just be sure to add an extra coat or two of polish to get your nails as streak-free as possible.

As a water sign, Cancer adores seaweed-green nails. These olive-leaning shades are great all year, but they're extra flirty in the summer and will go with practically all of your warm-weather 'fits. That said, we think wearing ecru or beige will make this moss-green color particularly pop.

Cancer season is all about wearing bright colors, but as a sign that's more reserved and introverted, it might be best served with a muted yellow nail polish. It still feels summery without screaming "look at me," and it looks gorgeous against plain-white garments. Our best advice? Rounded square tips look naturally elegant and refined with this color, just like a Cancer's personality.