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    Fruit nails are dominating my feed this summer—here are the 14 designs I can't wait to try

    These are the best of the 'bunch'

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    By Dionne Brighton
    Last updated 29 July 2024 In Features

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    Emili Sindlev at New York fashion week wearing a cherry wool jumper and plaid skirt as she looks down smiling as she crosses the street in black sunglasses
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    When it comes to the biggest nail trends of the moment, fruit nails comes out on top. Whether you want to add sweetness to a simple nail art look or make your summer pedicure pop, there's no doubt that fruit nails is one of the biggest summer nail trends for 2024.

    And don’t just take my word for it—you only have to look at the top summer nail colours to see the bright, fruity connotations (hello lemony, buttermilk nails). Coincidence? I think not. Whenever I'm scrolling through Instagram trying to find nail inspiration for my next nail appointment, I'm inundated with fruity designs that I can't wait to try. In my opinion, it's the sweetest nail art idea out there right now. 

    Want in? Keep scrolling to discover all the different ways to make your next mani more fruitful. From tiny cherries to hot chilli peppers, there’s something for everyone (and some handy how-to vids along the way, too). 

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    For a super-easy, at-home option, nail stickers are the way to go. We spy some perfect little cherries in this sheet.

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    Perfect for little cherry or lemon drops, this dotting tool will make recreating a fruit mani at home a whole lot easier.

    French cherry nails

    A post shared by Mateja Novakovic (@matejanova)

    An on-trend yellow colourful French tip and micro-cherries? I know I can always rely on Mateja Novakovic to deliver. Sign me up for this design, stat.

    A post shared by Michelle Humphrey 💅🏽 (@nailsbymh)

    The French tip on these cherry nails makes the whole vibe chic and wearable. You can't help but smile when you look at them.

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    A post shared by 14 Day Manicure (@14_day_manicure)

    This is the how-to guide we needed. It looks quite simple right?

    Lemon nails

    A post shared by India Francesca Allen (@indiafrancescaallen)

    The way that India Francesca Allen has incorporated a subtle lemon design with a super-polished sheer manicure is, in my opinion, simply perfect.

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    A post shared by Stefanie ☀️ | Nail Art Inspo (@polished_yogi)

    The combination of this artistic citrus design and the chic micro-French tips are all that's needed to keep the summer vibes alive.

    Fruit salad

    A post shared by Zola Ganzorigt (@nailsbyzola)

    Hailey Bieber's farmer's market manicure has really sent waves through the nail space this season, and I can totally see why. The mix of fruit and veg micro-accents is the sort of fun but chic manicure I want in on.

    A post shared by Tamami Page | TAMAMINAILS🌞 (@tamaminails)

    Can't decide on just one fruit design? If Y2K mix & match nails are back, this is the way to do them.

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    A post shared by BECCA SLATER | NAIL TECH (@bexbeauty_x)

    Dopamine dressing has been all the rage, but this fruit salad mani proves that dopamine nails are a thing, too.

    Tomato nails

    A post shared by Betina R. Goldstein (@betina_goldstein)

    You can always rely on nail artist extraordinaire, Betina Goldstein, to deliver the goods. This is one way to really embrace the fruit nail trend. 

    Orange nails

    A post shared by Shoreditch Nails (@shoreditchnails)

    This glazed-donut finish combined with a citrus, fruity accent is making my mouth water.

    Strawberry nails

    A post shared by Zola Ganzorigt (@nailsbyzola)

    While Hailey Bieber is talking all things strawberry girl make-up, her go-to manicurist shows how to go full out with strawberry nails.

    Avocado nails

    A post shared by Shoreditch Nails (@shoreditchnails)

    The green nail look isn't going anywhere, and I'm not mad about it. In fact, this avocado design is top of my to-try list.

    Watermelon nails

    A post shared by 𝐆𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐆’𝐒 𝐍𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐒 (@giangnail.ie)

    The hot-pink flower accents mixed in with this watermelon design is just *chefs kiss*.

    Chilli Peppers

    A post shared by Shoreditch Nails (@shoreditchnails)

    We might not have got the hot weather we wanted this summer, but this manicure is certainly bringing the heat.

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