With a heatwave having already hit the UK and peak holiday season now mere weeks away, now is the time to start swapping your spring-like pastels for altogether sunnier shades. And in case you're stuck for ideas, these are the chic summer nails 2026 is set to welcome.
A new season is indeed upon us, and that usually means the 2026 nail trends, as we know them, are about to shift. Soon faded florals will give way to juicy bursts of red, green and coral, while the demand for pastel peach pivots to oceanic blues. If you're keen to stay ahead of the curve, we've already pinpointed several colours that are proving in high demand. All of which will easily complement your summer and vacation wardrobe, as well as any nail shape - though especially short styles, which are also very sought-after right now, and have been all year.
