Memorial Day marks the start of summer, even though the solstice itself is still weeks away. Memorial Day signals warmer temperatures and the return of sunny weather.
You’ll probably find a variety of themes, from fun to patriotic. Scroll through these 15 Memorial Day nail designs for inspiration.
Hot and Sunny
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This bright and fun French manicure has multicolored tips with a hazy sun detailing using shades of pink, yellow, orange and blue.
Patriotic Mix
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Choose a mix-and match design in red white and blue for a patriotic style that isn’t too obvious. This design features stars, cherries, smileys and checkers.
Sunny Days
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This manicure combines French tips, suns and checkers with bold shades of blue, yellow and pink.
Chrome Stars
This look is a velvety nail with a pewter color and stars.
Gingham Picnic
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French tips with gingham patterns will give you a picnic-like feel. Add visual interest by pairing it with a tip decorated with flowers.
Watermelon Season
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Why not match your nails with the watermelon season?
Simple Flags
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Incorporate the flag in your design for a simple Americana look. This look pairs the flag with stars, blue gingham and solid red.
Berries & Cream
KLAWSBYSONIA
Pair the classic French mani with adorable strawberries for a fresh spring look.
Stars and Stripes
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This patriotic look features light blue, red, and white. The addition of a set of pinkies with cow-print adds a surprising touch.
Summer Neons
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Celebrate the holidays with a neon manicure. This design is a swirl of shades in pink, yellow orange and white.
Subtle Florals
GOSSIPANDGLOSS
This nail art design features the classic combination of red, white and blue in a floral nail style.
Navy Florals
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This white and orange floral is based on navy. This design features French tips with floral-splashed nail polish.
Watermelon Tips
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This tip will put you in the mood for watermelon. Each nail has a nude base with watermelon slices on the tip. They also have seeds and a two-toned rind.
Juicy Fruit
Thehangedit
These orange nails were given a juicier vibe with a 3D polish. The orange nails are paired with an amazing blue-and white design that screams Summer.
Strawberry Stripes
polishedbymckenna
This design is a summery design with strawberries and stripes.