10 Beach Inspired Nail Designs That Are Making Waves in Summer 2025 1 1
BEACH INSPIRED NAILS

Ready to take your nails on a tropical getaway? Summer 2025 is overflowing with beach inspired nail designs that are as refreshing as a sea breeze. From shimmering ocean blues to 3D seashells and hibiscus prints, we’ve rounded up 10 stunning manicures that channel seaside magic. Whether you’re jet-setting to the coast or enjoying a staycation, these nails will keep your summer style on point.


1. Tropical Mix – Waves & Florals

Tropical Wave and Hibiscus Nail Art - Hand-painted nail art with blue ocean waves and pink tropical flowers

@shoreditchnails 

This hand-painted design combines bold ocean waves with delicate hibiscus flowers for a fun and colorful tropical aesthetic.


2. Golden Seashell Charms – Luxe Beach Vibes

Gold Seashell Nail Accents - Nude pink nails decorated with gold shells, pearls, and fine glitter

@overglowedit 

Tiny gold seashells, pearls, and glitter add an upscale twist to nude nails—perfect for beach parties or seaside evenings.


3. Sunset French Tips – Soft Hibiscus Fade

Sunset Hibiscus French Tip Nails - Pink French tip nails with tiny hibiscus flower art and a soft gradient

@heluviee 

A sheer pink base with coral French tips and tiny white hibiscus flowers brings warm, romantic sunset vibes.


4. Pastel Starfish & Shells – Under the Sea Fantasy

Pastel Starfish Nail Design - Short nude nails with pastel starfish and sea creature designs

@mariastarkeymakeup 

With pastel starfish, sea motifs, and glossy shimmer, this dreamy set feels like an underwater fairy tale.


5. Maximalist Ocean Textures – Mermaidcore Explosion

Mermaidcore Long Ocean Nails - Long pointed nails with turquoise tones, 3D seashells, gems, and aquatic textures

@myprettyset 

This dramatic set features 3D shells, fishnet patterns, gems, and sea green gradients for a bold mermaid-inspired look.


6. Sea Texture + Shell Details – Coastal Sculpture

Sculptural Sea Texture Nail Art - Blue and nude nails with 3D starfish, seashells, and ocean textures

@vanityprojects 

A tactile set showcasing 3D ocean bubbles, sculpted butterflies, pearls, and realistic shell shapes in coastal tones.


7. Pink Shell Fantasy – Delicate and Dreamy

Pink Fantasy Shell Nails - Soft pink nails with shell charms, glitter, and pearl accents

@glitterbels

Soft pink nails adorned with glitters, pearls, and white sea stars bring whimsical ocean vibes to life.


8. Poolside French – Mermaid Tips & Droplets

Poolside Mermaid Tip Nails - Almond nails with blue scale French tips and realistic water droplet designs

@nuka.nails

A glossy nude base with sky-blue mermaid scales and 3D water droplets, perfect for any poolside moment.


9. Chrome Ocean Blue – Deep Dive Sparkle

Chrome Teal Ocean Nails - Glossy ocean-blue chrome nails with shimmering teal highlights

@melanated.mani

This reflective chrome finish in ocean blue adds shimmer and dimension like sunlight on water.


10. Neon Tropics – Festival Floral Fun

Neon Floral Festival Nails - Tropical nails with neon flower outlines on translucent pastel base

@glitterbels

White and neon flowers glow against a sheer pastel base, ideal for music festivals or vibrant beach nights.

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