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There are certain nails that really exemplify the season. Fruit nails are the perfect way to celebrate the summer season, but the fruit that really shines bright are watermelons.
From the brightly-colored flesh to the dark black seeds and green rind, it is one of the most loved summer fruits. The best part is that the design can be easily captured on summer manicures.
Bright, playful and vacation-ready, watermelon nails are the perfect way to add a pop of color and a unique look to our summer manicures.
Watermelon Nail Designs
There are plenty of watermelon designs to put you in the summer mood.
You could go for tiny nail art watermelon slices all over a bare nail or have watermelon slices or watermelon seeds on each nail. With a range of options that include full watermelon nail art, tiny black seeds and even colors inspired by the fruit, this trend has something for every manicure style.
Scroll below for watermelon nail designs to wear this summer.
Watermelon Colors
If you want to jump on the foodie-inspired nail trend, there are a few places to start. Watermelon inspired colors capture the spirit of the fruit and the summer season.
With various colors of light pink, green shades, these watermelon-inspired nails are the perfect way to dip your nails into the trend.
Try getting your design in watermelon coral and neon green for a vivid, summery effect.
One of the most popular designs is the aura nail design. The look uses shades of pink and white melded together with vibrant pinks in the midst of the nail. A strip of green is around the nail to tie the look together.
Watermelon Slices
Pay tribute to the watermelon slices that many of us enjoy at the pool or at summer barbecues, with juicy watermelon slices.
For the ultimate summer look, give your nails the ultimate juicy watermelon nail design with a glossy top coat that mimics the glistening freshness of the fruit for a glossy finish.
The watermelon rind, in various green hues, plays an integral part in this fruit nail art. Watermelon art wouldn’t be complete without the tiny black seeds of the fruit. ‘
Adding a small dot or black polka dots gives a 3D look and texture to the manicure.
And when paired with juicy, ripe-red or bright pink watermelons, this look becomes even more appetizing.
Watermelon Tips
Maybe you are looking for a more subtle look than the whole watermelon? A playful way to incorporate the trend is to add small watermelon slices to the tips or as an accent nail.
Set again a nude, red, or pink base nail, these subtle designs pop against a neutral background.
It is a fun way to enjoy the trendy fruit art without completely committing.
Mini Watermelons
For a modern twist to watermelon slices, intersperse the mini fruit throughout your nails.
This manicure is all about having fun, so get creative with the placement of your slices to create a one-of-a-kind look. A popular choice is to have the mini fruit on accent fingers and keep the rest of the manicure with vibrant colors, usually a pink or green polish.
A scattered look is especially appealing on long nails — without looking too over the top.
