5 Must-Try Summer Nail Shades
Top Nail Pros on Long Island Share Their Polish Picks
Whether you like a splash of color or a soft, neutral mani all year long, there is a summer polish trend that will work for you and your skin tone. Summer typically brings bold and bright hues, and this season is no different. But you can also expect to see soft pastels, classic reds, and romantic pinks, according to our experts: celebrity nail artists, a nail brand founder, and a brand educator—all from Long Island. Here are their juicy picks for your next mani and pedi.
1. Popsicle Pink
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“There’s nothing like a popsicle on a hot summertime day,” says Kris Kiss, CND Education Ambassador and owner of Couture Nail Studio in Port Jefferson Station. “CND’s Magenta Sky, a bright red-magenta with a translucent tint, is the perfect shade to achieve your ‘popsicle mani’ this summer!”
2. Cherry Red
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Red nails are never not on trend, but you can expect to see even more of them this summer. “This neutral red from Dior is a classic shade for summer (or any season),” says Elle Gerstein, Freeport-based celebrity nail pro and Pretty Local Advisory Board member, with A-lister clients including Jennifer Lopez and Kelly Ripa.
3. Turquoise Blue
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“This soft turquoise is one of my favorite summer shades because it's playful enough for summer days at the beach but also gives quiet luxury for romantic summer nights,” says Pattie Yankee, North Babylon-based celebrity nail pro and Pretty Local Advisory Board Member, who has a client roster that includes Priyanka Chopra and Allison Williams.
4. Sorbet Pink
“Waterloo Sunset by Londontown is the perfect chalky pink for every skin tone,” says Long Island-based celebrity nail pro Gina Eppolito, who counts Sarah Jessica Parker and Julianne Moore amongst her regular clients. “It’s my go-to ‘summer-in-a-bottle’ color of the season.”
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5. Sweet Green
“Embrace the vibrant spirit of summer with our quick-dry vegan nail polish in Sour Patch Lime,” says Kalena Williams, founder of Jessie Monroe Nail Care, based in Plainview. “It’s the perfect pop of color to brighten your day and keep your style effortlessly fresh!”
Polish image courtesy of @deeplydipped; SherSor/iStock
To keep up with the latest nail trends and Long Island’s nail pros, look for #manimonday @Prettylocal.li on Instagram every Monday.
