What We’re Loving: Summer Nail Colors in a Seasonal Palette
While we've been cruising around Old Town – walking, shopping, attending openings, having cocktails on the water (or rooftop), catching up with friends – we’ve also been checking out each other’s nails. So we asked our contributors to share the summer hues they’re loving; see if any of these shades and styles work for you.
Taylor, The Patterson Group: Here's a photo of my nails at the moment. They're oval-shaped with no tips (my natural nails), using builder-in-a-bottle gel. This look is a twist on the classic French manicure, elevated with a pop of matcha green.
Adrien, Adrien Cotton Wellness: Even though these midlife hands work hard at strength training, running a business, and caring for my family and community, they can still look good. This week's vibrant blue makes me smile every time I look at it.
Amy, Red Barn Mercantile, Penny Post, Pippin Toy Co.: Red. It's always my color of choice that is only varied by the tone for the season. This one is OPI's "So Hot It Berns." A throwback from previous election years but somehow appropriate for summer.
Kristen Mahoney, Women’s Therapy & Wellness: I had been doing Gel X nails (nail extensions) for a while, but decided to give my nails a break a few months back. Recently, I've switched to short nails and have been using builder gel to help grow out my natural nails. My latest manicure is a milky pink with a pop of hot pink at the base.
Maria Elizabeth, Salon deZEN: I’m here for the pink nail trend and currently the almond shape is my fave!
Ashley, Caravela: Color: Tomato; Russian manicure Yolo Nails in McLean. They’re short for the summer! Square with slightly rounded edges.
Katelin, Family First Law: Salon Meraki, rose dip powder with iridescent finish, rounded!
Rainbow, Alexandria Stylebook: I’ve been doing Gel X for the past couple months in a very light, marshmallow shade. I love bright colors for the summer, but with all the running around I’m doing, I’ve been playing it safe (and a bit basic). This lasts for three weeks – and the lighter color makes the growth less noticeable. I recently met Jade Trusso who is opening Nothing in Between Nail Studio on King Street (her 3rd location!) in August – and after speaking with her I’m definitely ready for something shorter, more manageable and better for my nails!
What’s your summer nail shade? Share with us below in the comments or on Instagram.
P.S. Taylor wins for most creative nail design (matcha green, what?)!
