Even if you’re having a bad hair day, an “I ate too much cheese” day or you’re simply feeling “blah”… nothing beats having a stylish set of nails to look at. It’s an instant mood-lifter, and the best part is… you can try something different every day!
Here are 10 types of nail art we think you should try for summer. If you’re feeling brave, there are lots of handy online tutorials or simply show the pics to your local salon and see if they’re up to the challenge!
Peachy keen

Go bananas

Retro chic

Minimalist monochrome

Pretty pastel

Apricot delight

The eyes have it

Cherry bomb

Jumpin’ geometrics

Aztec warrior

Feature image: ‘Slime’ nails, from ‘The Hand Book’ by Chelsea Bagan and Anna Ross. Photography by Ryan Wheatley.