Blue nail varnishes
OPI Gelato On My Mind
essie Salt Water Happy
Manucurist Riviera
Classy cobalt
Cobalt is trending for the new season, and for good reason. Vibrant, refined and ultra-glossy when topped with a high-shine top coat, it's a seriously underrated shade.
Ice ice baby
If your tastes lean towards simple gels over natural nails, opting to add a sheer, baby blue chrome finish is the easiest way to elevate your mani.
Denim blues
Blue doesn't have to mean bright; take this chic, dusky denim blue for proof. This polished hue pairs perfectly with a modern squoval shape.
Floral accents
Blue-toned daisies make an eye-catching addition to any sheer, milky base when intentional placement keeps them peeking out at the cuffs, edges and tips of the nail.
Something blue
If you're going to borrow anything this season, let it be this crisp micro-French design. For anyone who prefers natural manicures with a hint of colour, whispers of pale blue will rake in compliments.
Blue skies
An airy sky blue gets an instant upgrade with the help of micro polka dots. Over a smart oval shape, you really can't go wrong.
Cloud nine
Something about this near-translucent nude-to-powder-blue gradient feels dreamy. If, like me, you're on board with longer nails, make use of your lengths to highlight this reflective design.
Baby blue
When reserved for one or two nails only as an accent, tiny baby blue petals are both feminine and minimalistic enough for everyday.
Beachy blues
This seashell-inspired set, adorned with intricate starfish detailing and pearly gems. has earned its place at the top of my 'holiday nails' board on Pinterest. I'm obsessed.
Blue velvet
The cat-eye trend (which is making a clear comeback for summer 2026) is easily embraced when you opt for stony sapphire blend with a cool, velvety finish.
French navy
Navy meets midnight blue, with a hint of indigo. Traditional French tips are out, and this equally wearable iteration is in.
Blueberry mood
If Instagram algorithms are anything to go by, fruity accents and ultra-fine stripes are two of summer's biggest manicure trends. Nail both in one (no pun intended), with this short and sweet set.
Starry-eyed
Calling all maximalists! Combine a cat-eye finish, jazzy star motifs and a dimensional azure shade in one, and thank me later.
Beauty Assistant Urmi works across Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Harper's Bazaar, Red and Prima.
She fell into the world of beauty following a Masters in Magazine Journalism, and has been knee-deep in maximalist makeup, seasonal nail trends, and skincare myth-busting ever since. Both in and outside the office, she is best recognised by her signature red hair and elaborate set of acrylics.
