Watermelon nails are the refreshingly fruity mani you need to try before summer ends

It’s National Watermelon Day (August 3rd), which means it’s time to start planning how you’ll be celebrating the summer snack staple. Our suggestion? Slice up a cold, juicy melon and get your nail kit out for a little DIY session. Watermelon nails are the brightest, cutest, and—believe it or not—easiest way to summer-ify your manicure.

Whether you opt for an over-the-top, all-over look, or more low-key nail art with an accent nail or two, there’s a watermelon nail art look to suit your style. Paint your melon slices on bare nails for a chic, modern, negative space mani, or on top of hot pink nail polish to make more of a bold statement.

No matter what aesthetic you’re going for, we know you’ll find watermelon nails that catch your eye. Browse our faves on Instagram below.

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Watermelon nails make an ideal reverse half-moon mani.

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Can’t decide between your faves? You don’t have to.

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Pink on pink.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B0BPD1RArU0

Who knew mini watermelons on nude nails could be so chic?

https://www.instagram.com/p/B0BA2RYIF4T

If accent nails are more your jam.

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Or you could celebrate National Watermelon Day with this OTT mani.

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We’re obsessed with the jelly-like effect.

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Perfect slices.

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A few drops of clear polish gives this a cute wet effect.

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The most delicious take on French tips.