Sunshine-Dipped Nails Are the Newest Nail Art to Watch

Yellow nails are all the rage this summer. But if you’re not ready for a full-coverage commitment, you’re not alone — which might explain the happy medium that’s emerged. Sunshine-dipped nails are the bright yet surprisingly low-key nail trend that’s about to be everywhere this season.

Sunshine-dipped nails are simply nails that feature cheerful yellow tips, offering the perfect option for those who aren’t ready to go all-out with the color. Even better? You can tack on any design to make them your own. From minimal lines to flame-shaped art, you can make these tips feel personalized for you, your nail-art skill level, and your personal preferences.

If you need some thought-starters to kick off your imagination, let this guide lead the way. Below are 10 of the best sunshine-dipped nails to inspire your next manicure. Thank us later.

1 Mod French

Elevate a classic French manicure by giving your tips a thicker and more rounded shape on a long, almond-shaped nail. This neon-yellow shade is especially eye-catching; if you want extra shine, add some jeweled detail.

2 Flaming Hot

These neon-flame designs pop against a bare nail to make for the ultimate summer nail. We especially love the glossy finish to take sunshine-dipped nails to the next level.

3 Mini French

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For fellow short-nail devotees out there, this mini, rounded French tip is for you. It actually elongates the appearance of shorter tips while adding a delightful pop of color.

4 Half Moon

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A half-moon design looks especially dynamic. Take a warm mustard yellow and paint on most of the nail, leaving half a circle bare at the bottom.

5 Faint Pastel

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This pastel yellow may be soft and subtle, but it still packs a (quiet!) punch. Mix a French tip with delicate daisy decals for a playful look.

6 Lemon Jellies

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Lean into your favorite summer cocktail (or mocktail) and play into lemon-lime theme. This neon-green and yellow-jelly combo — with lemon outlines in white, no less — make for an adorable seasonal nail.

7 Minimal Square

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Less really can be more. The single thin line of a warm, rich yellow across the tip of a square nail offers impact without the fuss.

8 Mix Match

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And other times, more is more: We’re fans of combining multiple nail-art designs on a single hand. Go with a French mani, hourglass shape, and full-coverage in a sunshine-yellow hue for something less conventional.

9 Go For the Gold

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It’s impossible to go wrong with metallic gold. These chrome French tips with jeweled detail make for a chic statement nail. (Wedding nails, anyone?)

10 Getting Groovy

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The orange floral decals pair beautifully with the bright-yellow French tips, ultimately balancing them out. Together, they give ’60s flower-power vibes — making them ideal for a retro summer feel.