
Spring and summer nail inspo for your next mani
Warmer weather tends to bring out our playful, colourful side — and that includes our nails. Toronto content creator Alison Nguyen (@nailsbyalsn) is known for her eye-catching nail art tutorials, and we've rounded up our favourite spring and summer designs she created for CBC Life.
Save these to try at home or bring them along as inspo for your next salon visit.
Floral nails
This 'dotticure' is a fun one to DIY — just grab a toothpick to create the playful daisy French tips.
The unofficial spring flower makes for the perfect manicure. Keep your tulips all one colour or mix and match pastel shades for a fresh spin.
A maximal take on a minimal concept — build your florals out of rhinestones for full sparkle and shine.
The embodiment of a beautiful warm, sunny day — these bees and flowers might just inspire a trip outdoors.
3D Nails
Take your floral nails up a notch with this 3D design. Mix and match the colours to suit your summer palette.
Beach, please! These 3D seashell nails are made for manifesting a coastal summer and ocean views.
Fruits are in season! When you can't pick a fave, try them all with this playful 3D fruit manicure.
Themed nails
Fairycore had its moment, but these butterfly wing nails are still a beautiful pick for spring and summer.
Whether you're heading to a music festival or the Cowboy Carter tour, this mani is perfect for the country lovers.
At the end of the day, girls will be girls. This mani puts a floral twist on the 2024 coquette trend, with soft pinks and whites.
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