Almond nails stay undefeated—a classic shape, built for every trend. From chrome and aura to 3D florals and smooth fades, tapered tips carry them all. We pulled 30 almond summer designs that are taking over feeds right now. Scroll down, screenshot, and send it to your nail tech ASAP.
1. Chrome Nails
This is a full-on mirror reflection – made for summer light. Fits right into the aurora nails trend with gold-to-pink shifts that change in every photo. The almond shape stretches the glow, locking in that high-shine, futuristic finish everyone’s wearing right now.
2. Blue & White
Into Mediterranean aesthetics? This blue and white set checks every box. Bright white base, cobalt accents, and painted floral details give full Santorini energy. On slightly-rounded tips, it’s polished and pretty – an easy pick for your summer vacation rotation.
3. Butter Yellow
Choose butter yellow mani if you’re following the summer 2025 charts – it’s everywhere. The soft almond French tips and tiny tulips look fresh but still put-together. Tapered shape gives it that pretty, elegant shape that always lands in the saved folder.
4. Glazed Mani
Milky pink chrome on almond tips – the Hailey-inspired set that made glazed nails go viral. The shape still gets roasted as millennial-coded, but it’s everywhere for a reason. It’s flattering, easy to DIY with a chrome topcoat, and fits this year’s feed aesthetic perfectly.
5. Chrome Accents
Keep the base sheer, then edge it with gold chrome frames and soft-side French curves. Drop in a few sculpted flowers to play up the texture. The clear space keeps it light for summer, and the gold details reflect like jewelry – especially in the sun.
6. Cherry Red
Pinterest predictions say cherry red is everywhere this summer – and it’s one of 2025’s biggest nail colors. Go for a classic French tip, then add a sculpted flower on one or two nails for a little extra flair. The feminine-coded shape keeps it soft but it’s still on the cooler side.
7. Cat-Eye Effect
This cat-eye look is all about the smooth, reflective finish. The magnetic effect shifts in the light for that soft beam glow that’s very popular. On the most wanted shape, it reads sleek and polished – simple, but with just enough dimension to catch eyes.
8. Pink Swirls
Everyone’s following Kylie’s nail moves, and pink-on-pink is one of her best. Start with a glossy pink base, then swirl on a deeper shade to build movement. It’s a minimalist take on the trend, and the curved lines pop even more on almonds.
9. Sunset Mani
Sunset manis are one of the top summer picks, and this pink-to-orange blend nails the look. The glossy gradient fits right in with soft-glam edits and beach-side photo dumps. Almond shape keeps the colors flowing cleanly – bright, fun, and trend-backed.
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10. Neon Yellow
Neons are the staple for hot weather season, and this yellow is leading the pack. Wavy edges over a glossy neutral base keep it bold but clean. This is an almond summer mani you can’t skip – fun, sharp, and ready for every group chat photo drop.
If you’re into darker colors but still want to stay on theme, we recommend navy blue. This set uses soft-focus aura accents, clean French tips, and a few floral details to keep things light but defined. It’s a summer mani that proves deeper shades can still feel seasonal.
12. Bright Red
Bright red nails are always in rotation, but summer 2025 has them back on top. The go-to shade? OPI’s Big Apple Red – Kendall Jenner approved. Red nail theory says red = attention, and this one delivers. Almond tips + a high-gloss finish = no extras needed.
13. Blooming Flowers
Layer soft brown petals over a neutral base using the blooming technique, then break it up with solid mocha nails and gold dot accents. The watercolor effect is viral for heat days, and this almond mani nails the balance between artsy and polished.
14. Mermaid Nails
Summer couldn’t be it without mermaid nails. Go glossy white, then layer raised swirls and gold sea charms for texture and detail. This 3D look is trending across Pinterest and TikTok, and it’s one of the top styles showing up in summer 2025 nail saves.
15. Princess Mani
Softly tapered and glazed in milky pink – this is the princess mani TikTok keeps tagging under “quiet luxury.” To DIY: file into a soft almond, buff the nail, then layer on a sheer pink like OPI’s Bubble Bath. Glossy top coat seals the deal. Clean, simple, and always polished.
16. Grape-Inspired
The fruit skin nail trend is going strong, and this grape-inspired set fits right in. The soft purple streaks over a jelly base mimic the uneven, slightly translucent texture of real grape skin. It’s glossy, dimensional, and a low-effort way to tap into the unexpected fruity nail craze.
17. Mix & Match
If ocean-core is your summer vibe, this beautiful mani is for you. Sculpted seashells, metallic textures, 3D sea creatures, and gold accents – aka everything showing up in nail tech request lists right now. Each nail tells its own story, and that’s exactly what makes the look stand out.
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18. Aura Design
Start with a sheer base, airbrush a soft orange center, and then blend it out for that smooth-focus glow. Add a touch of gold charm near the cuticle for a luxe finish. This aura technique is flooding the feeds right now – and the girlies can’t get enough.
19. Iced French
Nail trendsetters are loving iced French manis lately. Just apply white French tips, dust with chrome powder (OPI’s Chrome Powder is a great pick), and add gold bows for a coquette touch. It’s a great pairing with an almond shape and also fits into the bridal-core aesthetic.
20. Black & White
Black and white manis are always a go-to – even in warm weather. This set leans into high contrast with curved French edges, mixed abstract prints, and just the right amount of graphic detail. The almond shape keeps it sleek, but the design adds a bold twist.
21. Micro French
Pride-core nails, but make it into everyday wear. Keep the base sheer, then paint ultra-thin French tips in rainbow shades – one per nail. It taps into the color-love of June without going full bold, and the micro French trend makes it easy to rock way past parade season.
22. Sculpted Flowers
Clean base, loud flowers. That’s the formula. Go sheer neutral, then stack on chunky sculpted blooms in different colors. The raised texture hits harder in the sun, and yeah – this is the maximalist mani the girlies are obsessed with.
23. Orange Celestials
Orange nails are having their moment, especially with those cute metallic star details. This shade looks amazing on tanned skin, and the tapered shape keeps it classy without being too edgy. Save this celestial-coded look before even summer hits.
24. Milky White
We’re all in on milky manicures right now – it’s the minimalist trend that’s popping up all around. Start with a milky white base, then add delicate pink florals for a touch of cutesy detail. Simple, elegant, and totally on point for those who love a clean look with just the right amount of charm.
25. Colorful Nails
Ready for summer vacation? These bright, colorful nails with an aura effect and rhinestone accents are It-girl mani. The bold hues pop, while the aura technique gives it that dreamy glow. It’s the perfect way to lean into dopamine nails made for sunny beach days.
26. Seashell Mani
Textured manis hit the group chat this summer, and seashell nails are leading the wave. We’re obsessed with the sculpted shells, starfish, and gold accents – built right over a sheer pink base. If beach-themed almonds are on your radar, this set is definitely one to screenshot.
27. Purple Mani
Start with a soft base, then add sculpted florals in purple or abstract shapes for that standout finish. The raised design catches light in the right way, giving your nails extra dimension, especially when the sun hits.
28. Mint Ombre
Start by sponging a soft mint fade over a milky base to create that smooth ombré effect. Paint the blooming flower with a watercolor technique for a delicate touch. This look is endlessly wearable, perfect for any occasion – from casual hangs to nights out.
29. Blue Gradient
Cool-toned blue gradient French tips + sculpted 3D swirls create a stunning look. Clear-gel wave textures mimic ripples on pool water, giving it that fun, textured detail. Show this to your nail tech for a fresh, bold mani that’s perfect for sunny days.
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30. Hot Pink
Hot pink is the summer fave, and these nails bring the heat. Start with bold pink, then add zebra and leopard prints for that wild edge. A French tip and flattering shape keep it girly and refined. It’s a great pick for anyone who loves it fiercely.
Your almond summer nail lineup = complete. Tried a look? Tag us so we can hype it up – and drop a comment with your fave. For more inspo, follow us on Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok – we’re posting fresh sets nonstop.
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