13 Nail Ideas For August To Mark The End Of The Summer
Do you feel as if summer has flown by? As autumn closes in, it's time to swap beach days and sun rays for cozy sweaters and pumpkin spice. So, why not commemorate this time of year with some transitional nail art?
From earth-tone French tips to 3D floral nail art, the possibilities are endless. Keep reading, and we'll share 13 ideas for August nails to mark the end of the summer season!
See Related: Yellow Nails: Causes, Treatment, And Prevention
#1. Orange & Green Plaid Nails
Photo Credit: @lolo.nailedit
If you're overly eager for fall, then these warm and earthy plaid nails are just for you. They feature just the right amount of summer and autumn! With a creamy coconut base and burnt orange & lime green plaid patterns, it reminds us of everything fall (and summer!)
Though you can draw these fine lines with a brush, a nail stamping plate will be much more convenient and speedy. At Maniology, we have a variety of plaid nail stamping plates that allow you to recreate cozy and comforting nail art at home.
Watch this YouTube video for a quick how-to!
#2. Futuristic Cyber Grid
Photo Credit: @brushedbyb_
Futuristic nail art is a huge trend at the moment. These crazy cyber nails are the perfect way to close out the summer season. Start with a neon aura base and use fine lines to create a grid pattern. The contrasting colors add a lavish layer of modern appeal!
#3. Supernatural Tarot Cards
With summer ending and autumn nearing, are you ready to see what your future holds? These inky black tarot card nails are equal parts mysterious and magical.
These whimsical white details were created using our "Supernatural: Tarot Reading" (M072) nail stamping plate. This stamping plate features 22 different dazzling designs, from mystic major arcana to tarot card frames, that allow you to mix & match!
#4. Retro Lines
These gorgeous and groovy nails are straight out of the 70s. Complete with funky lines and retro colors, these nails remind us of disco dancing. Recreate them using our "Retro Lines" (M521) nail stamping plate!
Bonus: The Best Summer 2024 Nail Designs
#5. Colorful Animal Prints
These fun and fantastic nails are bursting with color and complexity! Inspired by the artwork of Lisa Frank, these animal prints and playful patterns are cute and chic. If you want to add some additional adorable animals and whimsical unicorns, use our "Fuzzy Friends 4Ever" (M283) nail stamping plate.
#6. Peridot Marble Nails
Photo Credit: @amyle.nails
Peridot is one of the birthstones of August. So, if your birthday bash is this month, these pale green nails are just for you. This sheer matcha-green color looks exotic and elegant and brings a classic twist to your standard marbled nails.
To add these lacy white details, use our "Heart of Stone" nail stamping kit.
Like our other nail stamping kits, this set includes a stamping plate, a smudge-free top coat, classic black nail polish, a silicone cube stamper, and a mini scraper card.
#7. Mauve & Blush Half-and-Half
Photo Credit: @amyle.nails
Everyone loves a geometric manicure! This half-and-half approach to modern nail art is simple yet stunning. Plus, the soothing blend of mauve and blush nail polish puts a sweet spin on your classic nude nails.
#8. 3D Floral Nails
Photo Credit: @rachelsuenails
Though summer is wrapping up, it's not yet over! You don't need to bid farewell to sun rays and garden greenery just yet.
These 3D floral nails pay homage to the summer season and look oh-so-cute and chic. If you're ready to accent your feminine side, give these nails a go. Though hand-sculpted nail art can be difficult to DIY at home, you can recreate these pale pink flowers using a nail stamping kit instead.
#9. Pink Swirl Nails
Photo Credit: @rachelsuenails
Barbie pink was the color of the summer of 2024. So, before we're thrown head-first into earthy tones and nude neutrals, embrace a colorful and chic manicure one last time! These pink swirl nails feature varying shades of blush, coral, and rose. Plus, they look so stunning on short nails.
#10. Earth Tone French Tips
Photo Credit: @bycheznails
French tips will always have a place in our hearts. There is nothing quite like them! These rainbow-esque earth-tone Frenchies are the perfect way to close out the summer season. They maintain a subtle color while still playing into the homey and cozy aesthetic of autumn.
#11. Deep Cherry Nails
Photo Credit: @nailsbypaulin
If you're tired of the summer sun and itching for changing leaves and pumpkin patches, try this deep cherry manicure. This rich shade is a beautiful blend of cold and warm, perfectly paving the way into the autumn months. Plus, this vampire blood red even gives us spooky season vibes!
#12. Sparkly Cinnamon Latte
Photo Credit: @bycheznails
It's time to trade your iced matcha tea for a spiced vanilla latte. This cinnamon-orange manicure features golden flakes that encapsulate everything we love about autumn nail art. Whether your taste buds prefer a pumpkin spice latte or a caramel macchiato, these nails are a must for this month.
#13. Black & White Abstract Shapes
This modern mix of borders, flowers, and polka dots just pops on nude nails. These black and white nails feature abstract designs that look classic and chic all at the same time.
Final Thoughts
As the last full month of summer, August is a transitional month as we prepare to let go of the summer sunshine and face the incoming autumn. Though there is still some time left before we see changing leaves, why not use your nail art to reflect the changing seasons?
Keep Reading: 7 Pretty Pedicure Designs For Your Toes
--
At Maniology, we believe your nails are opportunities for adventure, fun, and unrestrained artistic expression. Our nail stamping plates and nail accessories are here to help foster your self-expression in the hopes of building a community of individuality. For more nail tutorials, subscription box updates, and designs, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
%meta%