Nail Trends

Almond manicure: The trendy nail shape that enhances your hands

Fresh and stylish manicure designs

Hands with blue flower nail art and gold rings, no celebrities detected.

By Celia Mediavilla, Carolina Urquiola

JULY 29, 2025 10:21 AM EDTJUL 29, 2025, 10:21 AM EDT

Summer is the perfect season to explore new styles, vibrant colors, and exciting trends, and the almond manicure has emerged as the reigning favorite. This elegant nail shape elongates and enhances your fingers, adding a refined, sophisticated touch to your hands. Best of all, the almond manicure beautifully complements any color or creative nail art you choose.

Nail art this year is bolder and more expressive than ever, becoming a stylish extension of your personality. If you're looking for inspiration, we’ve curated 10 irresistible manicure ideas to elevate your almond manicure.

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Two hands with blue and white nail art, wearing rings with decorative designs.

Dual-Tone Turquoise

This design brilliantly highlights an almond manicure with its playful combination of light and vivid turquoise shades. Asymmetric lines and circles add a modern, artistic twist, making this manicure perfect for those who love contemporary details with a fun, vibrant vibe.

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Two hands with light pink nail polish and rings, one with a diamond ring.

Glazed Donut Nails

The viral manicure trend popularized by Hailey Bieber continues to enchant beauty enthusiasts for good reason. Featuring a luminous, pearlescent finish reminiscent of a glazed donut, this chic manicure adds subtle glamour to your almond manicure, perfect for trendsetters who prefer a polished yet understated style.

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Two hands with painted nails in blue and maroon with white dots. Rings are visible on some fingers.

Dotted Nails

Dots offer a charming way to personalize your almond manicure with a touch of color and creativity. This minimalist design proves that less truly is more, delivering a clean, contemporary look that's effortlessly matched with any summer ensemble.

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Close-up of hands with blue flower nail art and gold rings, no celebrities detected.

Tropical Flowers

Showcase your summer spirit with vibrant floral motifs, such as hibiscus blooms or palm fronds, against lively colors. The almond manicure provides ample canvas space for detailed designs, infusing your look with energy, joy, and a festive summer mood.

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Black and White Elegance

Achieve timeless sophistication with this striking combination of black, white, and nude tones. Geometric shapes and graceful waves create a visually compelling and sophisticated almond manicure, making it ideal for those seeking refined modernity.

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Close-up of hands with intricate cherry nail art, one hand wearing a gold ring.

Cherry Nails

Sweet cherries are making a playful splash this season, and they’re delightful on nails too. Pair cherry designs with nude, pink, or red bases for a fun yet elegant almond manicure that's perfectly suited to summer days and evenings.

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Marine-Inspired Nails

Embrace the calm beauty of the sea with shades of soft blues, whites, and sandy neutrals. Gentle baby blue hues evoke serenity, creating a tranquil and stylish marine-inspired almond manicure that feels like a refreshing ocean breeze on your fingertips.

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Modern French Nails

The classic French manicure gets a vibrant update this season. Colorful tips, delicate floral accents, and minimalist touches maintain the sophisticated essence of French nails while adding youthful dynamism. Ideal for anyone looking to balance elegance and playful charm in their almond manicure.

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Sunset Gradient Nails

Capture the breathtaking beauty of a summer sunset with gradients of intense orange, soft pink, sunny yellow, and coral shades. This almond manicure radiates warmth, energy, and a relaxed, carefree attitude—perfect for expressing your vibrant personality.

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Starry Nails

Star designs are ideal for adding a whimsical, festive touch to your summer almond manicure. Whether featuring delicate stars scattered over a subtle base or bold, vibrant compositions, this playful trend is perfect for summer festivals and celebrations, blending creativity with elegance.