Summer Holiday Nails 2025: The Trends You’ll Be Obsessed With
With holidays and sunshine just around the corner, we’re rounding up the most popular summer holiday nails 2025. Whether you’re jetting off for a beach escape or glamming up for garden parties, these summer nail trends are everywhere this year - and for good reason. Bonus? They’re perfect for travel - no chips, no spills, and zero need to track down a salon abroad. Just pop your favourites in your suitcase and glow on the go.
If you haven’t tried semi-cured gel nail strips yet, prepare to fall in love. These flexible, easy-to-apply gel stickers are already 60% cured, which means you get the long-lasting, high-gloss finish of a salon gel manicure without the faff, mess, or appointment. Just stick, shape, and cure with a mini LED lamp, and voilà, it’s an easy summer manicure from your sofa.
They’re durable (up to two weeks!), shiny, and chip-resistant. Plus, they make DIY manicures as fun and satisfying as peeling a sticker. No wonder nail lovers everywhere are hooked. Gone are the days of long trips and your nails not making it to the end, just pack them in your suitcase and refresh them after 2 weeks of wear! Ideal for beach holiday nails that actually last!
SUMMER NAIL TRENDS 2025
1. The British Manicure — Pinky Promise
Say hello to the modern French manicure’s cooler cousin. The British manicure is all about soft, clean, and effortlessly polished nails. Think sheer, healthy-looking pinks that enhance (not mask) your natural nail. It’s the perfect ‘your nails but better’ look that goes with absolutely everything.
Our Pinky Promise set is the go-to for nailing this trend. A delicate pastel pink with just the right amount of milky sheerness, it makes your hands look fresh, pretty, and put-together whether you're sipping rosé or jetting off on holiday.
Shop the look: Try our Pinky Promise gel nail strips. They’re easy to apply and give you that perfect mix of soft and polished for your holiday glow-up.
2. Cool Coastal Blues — Ice Ice Baby
Pastel hues are a summer staple, but for summer nails 2025 they’re getting even cooler. Inspired by ocean waves and breezy holiday vibes, pale icy blue is a contemporary colour choice you’ll be seeing everywhere. It’s fresh, calming, and perfect for poolside snaps.
Our Ice Ice Baby set captures that crisp, coastal cool in the dreamiest pale blue shade. It pairs perfectly with white linen, sandy toes, and salty air. Trust us, your mani will look as refreshing as your Aperol spritz.
Shop the look: Try our Ice Ice Baby gel nail strips. They’re easy to apply and give you that perfect splash of cool blue for your beach escape.
3. Playful Pastels — Pastel Rainbow
If you can’t decide on just one colour, why not wear them all? Pastel rainbow nails are still going strong for holiday season 2025. They give you a playful, feel-good vibe that matches the carefree energy of summer getaways.
Our Pastel Rainbow set makes mixing and matching easy, with perfectly curated pastel shades in a gradient rainbow effect. It’s sunshine in a manicure and guaranteed to earn compliments at every BBQ, festival, and beach brunch.
Shop the look: Try our Pastel Rainbow gel nail strips. They’re easy to apply and give you that perfect mix of playful and colourful for every summer party. Bonus: They’ll last longer than your festival glitter.
4. Sunset Nails — Golden Hour Glow
Nothing says summer holiday quite like golden hour, the dreamy moment just before sunset when everything is bathed in soft, warm light. This year, that glow is making its way to our nails.
Our Golden Hour Glow set blends warm peachy-pinks with a gentle shimmer, mimicking that sun-kissed radiance. Whether you’re watching sunsets in Santorini or just manifesting them from your back garden, this set brings serious golden goddess energy.
Shop the look: Try our Golden Hour Glow gel nail strips. They’re easy to apply and give you that perfect touch of sunset shimmer for golden hour selfies.
5. Lavender Luxe — Lovely Lilac
Lilac has gone from underrated to ultimate must-have. Soft purples are not only flattering on every skin tone but they also give off an effortlessly chic vibe that works for both day trips and evening cocktails.
Our Lovely Lilac set delivers that perfect pastel purple in a glossy, elegant finish. It’s fresh, feminine, and surprisingly versatile. Like your favourite summer dress but for your nails.
Shop the look: Try our Lovely Lilac gel nail strips. They’re easy to apply and give you that perfect pop of pastel purple for sunny afternoons and rooftop drinks.
THE VERDICT?
From soft pinks, cool blues, or shimmering sunset shades, there’s a Get Gelly set for your summer holiday nails to match every mood. And since our semi-cured gel strips are suitcase-friendly (no liquids, no spills), they’re perfect for topping up your mani on the go.
Whether you’re switching styles mid-trip or topping up after two weeks of wear, these summer holiday nails 2025 are made to last through every sun-soaked adventure.
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