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August is officially here, which means there are just a few weeks left of summer.
However, there’s still time to celebrate the warm weather with a bold and creativegel manicure.
We’ve scoured the internet for 35 gel manicure ideas forAugustthat are guaranteed to capture your attention.
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See all of the nail designs below.
Butter Yellow
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Butter yellowbecame the coolest color in fashion and beauty this past spring.
But it’s easily transferrable to summer, too.
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The creamy pastel hue gives your mani a soft yet striking appeal.
During the summer, forego the classic pearlescent polish and go for unexpected shades like this green.
Inside Out
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Need inspiration for your next freestyle manicure?
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This interpretation features a dreamy blend of pink, purple, orange, and red gel polishes.
Orange Aura
Aura nailsare another trend we recommend trying in August.
The center of each peach-colored nail features a pop of bright orange, creating a unique contrast.
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For added glamour, complete the look with sun-shaped decals.
This bold, creative design is perfect for maximalists looking to end their summer with a vibrant gel manicure.
Almond French
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Almond-shaped nailsand French tips are classic manicure elements.
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This simple but chic mani is perfect for Augustand any other month, for that matter.
Lovely Lavender
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Lavender gel polishis an underrated shade.
Abstract Pastel Tips
Abstract nail artcan feel intimidating.
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Ease your way in with pastel, squiggly French tips.
Fresh Lemons
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What’s more summery than an ice-cold lemonade?
Bring that sentiment to your nails by decking them out with intricatelemon nail art.
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Sheer Shimmer
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Summer is the season to play with flashy colors and finishes.
This set fuses a pretty, sheer pink polish with icy shimmer.
Red Checker Nails
Spice up your red manicure with fun designs.
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In this case, that means black-and-whitecheckerboardand squiggly designs.
Colorful Moment
A multi-colored gel manicure is a great way to incorporate seasonality into your nails.
Opt for a mix of summer-inspired colors like blue, green, orange, and cream.
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The shade is neutral enough to go with all of your outfits.
Speckled Blue
Take yourblue manicurefrom simple to statement-making by adding black specks on top.
The tiny black dots make the gel manicure more interesting.
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Rainbow-Studded French
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Having a main character moment?
Try studded French tips.
Therhinestonesadd tons of glitz and glam to the white French manicure.
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Baby Blue Croc
Baby blue is a classic nail color.
you could give the subtle shade a modern edge by adding a darker bluecroc printdesign on top.
However, the designs also look great with muted shades as well, as this manicure proves.
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Starburst Gradient
This summerygradient manicureis fitting for August.
The clear3D designstake the colorful look to another level.
Blue and White Squiggles
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Gel manicures don’t require all-over polish.
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Try adding colorful squiggly lines around your nail bed for a low-effort, negative-space manicure.
Line It Up
This abstract manicure combines several summery shades like neon yellow and cobalt blue.
Diversifying the placement of each nail’s design easily elevates the set.
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Ultimate Mismatched
There are no rules when it comes to gel manicures.
Pick out five of your favorite designs for each finger for the ultimatemismatched mani.
They don’t have to match, either, as seen in this funky set.
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Peach Creamsicle
Peachis a great transitional shade, as it feels summery and fall-like.
Adding a chrome powder to the pastel polish gives the shade a luxurious twist.
Studded Ombre
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Ombreis a timeless nail design that instantly elevates any set.
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With this look, various shades of blue and seafoam blend together.
The diamond studs finish the look perfectly.
Mismatched Mani
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Are you intoallthe nail trends?
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Have your nail artist combine them for your next set.
For a summer feel, incorporate vibrant colors like orange and blue.
A lively color like fuchsia will add a playful touch to your neutral nails.
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Perfect Peach
This juicy peach shade is perfect for summer.
It’s not too subtle and not too in-your-face bright.
Cherry Red
It doesn’t get more classic than ared gel manicure.
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This cherry red shade has universal appeal and looks stunning with every nail shape.
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