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The return of romantic pastels has been in the air for a while now, and for the mood is manifesting into shades of mint for summer 2024. For minimalists who prefer to swerve nail art and decals in favor of something a little more low-key, these soft shades–best applied to short, neat nails–are bound to appeal.
You may remember Essie s Mint Candy Apple, a classic of the 2010s—which is still around to lacquer digits. Or try OPI’s Mint Condition, with its highly pigmented texture and pearl finish, is another winning choice.
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Another nail trend for summer 2024 guaranteed to appeal to the minimalists out there is the transparent French: instead of opting for a stark contrast between a soft pink base layer and bright white tips, manicurists have been creating altogether softer, sheerer iterations with just a hint of a pale tip–often provided by the natural nail length itself.
Otherwise, this summer’s most popular nail looks will be on the playful side, think rainbow tips, crystal appliqués, and all things chrome. See Vogue’s breakdown of the biggest summer nail trends for 2024 here.