The 16 Best Negative Space Manicures We’ve Seen This Summer

By Kristen Bousquet, Brit + Co

In an age where minimalism reigns supreme, it only makes sense that less polish is going on the nail. Believe it or not, keeping the nail design simple can turn more heads than something over-embellished. Negative-space manicures (designs that feature areas of the nail that remain unpolished) are taking over on the ‘gram, and we’ve rounded up our favorite negative space summer nail designs for your inspiration.
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1. Fruity

A post shared by Olive & June (@oliveandjune) on Jul 14, 2018 at 11:02am PDT

Decorate your nails with your favorite summer fruit for instant warm weather-ready digits.

2. Flames

A post shared by Eda & Anna Levenson | LFN (@ladyfancynails) on Jul 9, 2018 at 1:24pm PDT

The ’90s are calling. They want you to cover your nails in flames.

3. Pink and Red

A post shared by shoreditch nails (@shoreditchnails) on Jul 29, 2018 at 4:30am PDT

Valentine’s Day or not, this pink and red negative space manicure will make you fall in love.
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4. Pastel Perfection

A post shared by @chillhouse on Apr 13, 2018 at 12:03pm PDT

No matter what time of year, soft pastels add femininity to your nail design.

5. Teardrops

A post shared by Paintbox (@paintboxnails) on Jul 24, 2018 at 6:56pm PDT

Using two of your favorite colors, apply half-teardrop shapes next to each other to leave one side negative, one side decked out.
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6. Circles and Stars

A post shared by ERI NARITA (@erinaritanail) on Jun 5, 2018 at 11:19am PDT

With this manicure, it’s clear that you deserve every gold star featured in your design.

7. Designer Labels

A post shared by Natalie Pavloski (@nataliepavloskinails) on May 23, 2018 at 4:44pm PDT

Bougie gals will appreciate this designer manicure.
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8. Multicolored Stripes

A post shared by Madeline Poole (@mpnails) on Mar 21, 2018 at 6:39am PDT

Why choose one or two colors when you can have the rainbow at your fingertips.

9. Sideways French

A post shared by Alicia Torello (@aliciatnails) on Jul 13, 2018 at 3:36pm PDT

Meet the sideways French — a step up from your typical airbrush-on, basic French mani.
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10. Cut Out Stars11. Thin Neon Tips

A post shared by ❤ Hang Nguyen ❤ (@thehangedit) on Jul 4, 2018 at 11:21am PDT

Instead of having your nail tech add a star, have them paint everything but the star for a negative space look.

11. Thin Neon Tips:

A post shared by Chrissy (@christinagranthands) on Jul 9, 2018 at 12:30pm PDT

By switching from your basic white tips to something bright and colorful, you’ll instantly turn up the heat one finger at a time.
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12. Lines and Triangles

A post shared by Ash Crowe 💅🏽 (@astrowifey) on Feb 22, 2018 at 10:25am PST

There’s a method to the madness with this intricate and well-designed negative space nail look.

13. Realistic Oranges

A post shared by KATIE MASTERS (@nailthoughts) on Jul 16, 2018 at 7:41am PDT

Fruits are cool and all, but these realistic oranges take the cake… or rather, the orange.
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14. Tribal Pastels

A post shared by Hey, Nice Nails! (@heynicenails) on Jun 11, 2018 at 1:30pm PDT

All the different pastels next to each other make this unique manicure look almost holographic.

15. Splashes of Gold

A post shared by @nyahnailartist on Jul 23, 2018 at 9:03pm PDT

Any minimalistic gal will appreciate the ultra-thin lines and splash of gold foil in this design.
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16. Various Stars

A post shared by Mia at Sparkle SF Nail Studio (@superflynails) on Jun 30, 2018 at 8:54am PDT

Don’t settle for one color. Choose all your favorites and go star wild.

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