Ever had a manicure that made you smile every time you looked at your hands? Fruit nails do exactly that. This trend has taken over our feeds lately—and for good reason. It’s the perfect mix of playful and pretty, and just like your favorite summer snack, it comes in endless juicy variations.
Whether you’re into dainty cherry accents, bold strawberry tips, or a citrusy vibe that screams vacation, there’s a fruit nail design out there with your name on it. Scroll on for a fresh dose of fruity inspo you’ll want to screenshot immediately.
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Summer cocktail
All your favorite fruits on a French matte nude base? Yes, please! This fun idea will have you combining the cuteness of the fruit nail art with the sexiness of a long stiletto without much effort on your nail artist’s side.
2/23
Blueberry blues
Loving a good blue summer manicure, with pastel yellow accents to showcase that 3D blueberry nail art. Add in some of your favorite nail trends, like the outlined aura design, the faded tips, or the patterned ones, and you’re all set with a kind of neutral in color, but fun nonetheless idea.
3/23
Shopping list vibes
Summers in the kitchen, after the market shopping, when everything is fresh, put in place, and ready to be enjoyed, is the vibe of this manicure. Here’s a fun idea that will definitely keep you on your toes.
4/23
Mediterranean combo
Lemons, bloody oranges, and Mediterranean blue in a design that screams vacation from afar. If you love experimenting with textures and patterns on your nails, try this out.
5/23
Cute oranges
These cute summer nails with orange nail art will be a nice DIY project for those days you’re feeling creative. A bright orange nail polish and some inspo are a good starting point.
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Simple fruit nails
A colorful French tip nails design will never disappoint when it comes to summer vibes, especially when we’re talking about blue shades. Add some cute fruit nail art, like little strawberries, cherries, blueberries, and oranges, on two of your nails, and the mix is complete.
7/23
White tips and deliciousness
Going for classy instead? A white tip French manicure is always a good base, no matter the season or occasion—the versatility is unmatched. Play with your favorite fruits in a slightly 3D pattern for extra dimension and color.
8/23
Orange nail art
This delicious orange nail design captures the summer feel without going overboard with the brightness of the shade or the boldness of the nail art. Stay cute and pretty with soft blushings, cut pieces of fruit, accent green leaves, and an alternation between French and plain color.
9/23
Fruit nails orange coded
If you didn’t think to combine orange with lavender purple until now, it’s time to give this idea a chance. As easy as this manicure is, it keeps things fun, relaxed, and slightly elegant.
10/23
Greece vacation
Book that airplane ticket, girl, cause the manicure is already set. This gorgeous lemon-yellow and blue combination, with its beautiful patterns and 3D nail art, will be perfect for your next Greek vacation.
11/23
Soft fruit nails
If you don’t necessarily love the bright hues and daring designs on your nails, embrace the softness and cuteness of this manicure with oranges, cherries, lemons, and strawberries on a neutral base, vertical lines and all.
12/23
Classy and relaxed
Continuing with the same softness but taking a much classier approach to the lemon yellow and blue combo, with the vertical lines as well, we have this gorgeous idea that I’m pretty sure will get on that special inspo Pinterest board of yours ASAP.
13/23
Blueberry lemonade
Bright yellow and blueberry blue is the combo that you didn’t know you needed on your nails, girlie! Start with a milky base and build your way up with the fruit designs, as well as the art.
14/23
Strips and fruits
Pastel strips on a French design, 3D fruits, and lots of fun to be had with your manicure. A classy feel, with the extra touch of seasonal to make your nails embrace the spirit.
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Orange art
This stunning orange nail art makes you wanna go to the store and buy the real fruit. The dimensions created with the clear gel on the inside of the orange and the peel are brilliant.
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Matching mani
You can get verryyyy creative with your nail designs, the inspo is everywhere. Take, for example, these pretty light yellow with fruit nails, that will definitely not pass unnoticed on your fingertips.
17/23
Simple fruit nail art
Green strips, yellow, cherries, lemons, oranges, and blueberries, besides the obvious cuteness, on a nude base that adds the necessary elegant touches to the manicure.
18/23
Cream base
If you love neutral designs with colors that don’t stand out through brightness, but you still wanna experiment with some seasonal nail art, these cuties will do you justice.
19/23
Funky French
Here’s an idea I’m pretty sure you wouldn’t have thought of—strawberry tips and olive green on a clean French base. If you’re into funky ideas, the kinds of unique manicures that you won’t likely catch any of your girlfriends wearing, this is IT in the fruit nails department.
20/23
Strawberry lemonade
Pink and yellow are a match made in Heaven, just like strawberries and lemons in an icy cold lemonade on a hot summer day. Embrace the vibes with plump 3D fruits, minimalistic versions, and fun designs.
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Pastel color nails
Pretty pastels, lemons, and oranges—is spring here yet? If you love manicures that give you a sense of calmness, these colors are a winner. Of course, the nail art is important as well—go for soft transitions and matching shades.
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3D fruit nails
If you love being extra with your nail art, take this fruity idea and give it some glow and dimension with a 3D pattern. Pick your favorite summer fruits and let your nail artist’s creativity go wild.
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Fruits and bows
The summer manicures are all about that relaxed and colorful touch. Embrace it with a combination that will make you take a double look down at your hands just because.
From playful pops of color to delicate accents, these fruit nail designs prove that your mani can be just as refreshing as your summer smoothie. Whether you’re heading to a beach getaway or just need a daily pick-me-up, there’s a juicy look here to match your mood.
So go on—save your favorites, book that nail appointment (or bring out your at-home kit), and let your fingertips do the talking this season.
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