Short nails are where it’s at this summer. We’ve got 30 fresh, fun designs that bring all the summer vibes without missing a beat. From bold colors to playful patterns, these ideas will keep your shorties looking sharp all season long.
1. Skittle French Tips
Short nails, big fun! These candy-colored tips scream summer vibes—no length required.
2. Pink and White
Pink, white and swirly—these nails are your official “I’m cute, and I know it” summer accessory.
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3. Dot Accent
Sometimes, a single dot is all it takes to make your shorties pop! Minimalism meets summer fun.
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4. Colorful Squiggles
Funky squiggles on a nude base? These nails are doing the most, and we’re totally here for it.
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5. Blue Flowers
Short nails, tiny flowers, big summer energy. Everything you need for that sweet summer touch.
6. Aura Nails
Blue and pink summer aura nails because you’re all about that dreamy, soft-girl aesthetic.
7. Mix and Match
Hearts, flowers, dots—who cares? Your short nails can handle all the drama, so pile it on.
8. Green Swirls
Green is the vibe of the season, and these swirls are how you work it into your nail game.
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9. Yellow Half Moons
Nude shorties with yellow half-moons—subtle but still packing a punch of summer brightness.
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10. Neutral Chrome
Neutral chrome is for the short-nail queens who like their summer shine without the extra.
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11. Ditsy Flowers
Tiny flowers scattered across nude base because you want your shorties to be the cutest thing in the room.
12. Boho Mani
Boho nails with intricate details—these are made for beach lounging and festival hopping.
13. Purple & Yellow
Purple and yellow Frenchies—because summer needs color, and you’re not here to play it safe.
14. Abstract Lines
Not big on color? Keep it white, but make it abstract. Simple, yet dramatic enough to make ‘em look twice.
15. Strawberry Nails
Strawberries and daisies will make your red summer nails pop with a fresh, juicy vibe.
16. Classic French
Classic French tips—because sometimes you just need to remind everyone that you’re a class act.
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17. Pearl Nails
Nude nails with pearls? Fancy, yes. OTT? Absolutely. And we wouldn’t have it any other way.
18. Butter Yellow
Soft butter yellow nails bring sunshine to your fingertips. A subtle yet cheerful summer hue.
19. Orange Squiggles
Bright orange squiggles because this summer you’re chasing the sun and good vibes only.
20. Funky Florals
Bold green and pink florals, because you’re not about to let summer be anything less than a party.
21. Pink Chrome
Pink chrome—sweet, shiny, and basically daring anyone to out-glam you. Spoiler: they won’t.
22. Studded Nails
Nude base with tiny, colorful studs. Perfect mani for summer parties and festivals.
23. Solid Orange
Solid orange nails because if your nails aren’t as bright as your summer, what’s the point?
24. Cow Print
Red cow spots on short nails—because standing out is your thing, and these nails get it.
25. Light Blue Chrome
Light blue chrome shorties and you’ll make everyone else wish they’d thought of it first.
26. Pink & Black
A pink base with black flowers—because why settle for soft when you can throw in a little edge?
27. Tiny Oranges
Nude nails with cute lil’ fruit accents. Minimalist but with a summer twist.
28. Lavender Nails
Lavender nails—soft color, strong vibe. Understated? Yes. Forgettable? Not a chance.
29. Pink Zebra
Soft pink meets zebra print—because why be one thing when you can be sweet and fierce?
30. Purple Squiggles
Purple squiggles on nude nails—artsy, quirky, and perfect for showing off your creative side.
And that’s a wrap on short summer nails! Drop your faves in the comments and don’t forget to hit share on your socials.
