To make the most of the summer toe nail colors trending in 2026, embrace the Mani Pedi mix & match trend. Elevate your hands and feet all season long with our palette of summer shades. Fresh pastels, vibrant pops of color, iridescent finishes and natural tones, we are taking a closer look at the essentials and new arrivals to wear this summer. We are also sharing our expert tips for a vacation pedicure that truly stands out. Sandal season is officially here, let the show begin!
The trending summer pedicure colors for 2026
This season, summer pedicure colors explore a variety of moods: the softness of pastels, the energy of vibrant shades, the sophistication of iridescent polishes, the warmth of timeless pinks and reds, and the elegance of natural tones. Every shade has its own personality. Every skin tone has its perfect match, available in Green™ Nail Polish or Green Flash™ Gel Polish.
Soft and fresh pastels
Contrary to popular belief, summer beauty is not all about bold colors. In the heat of summer, fresh pastel shades create a beautifully understated effect.
Take Halo, for example, a soft mauve enhanced with a delicate glazed effect. A floral shade that wraps your feet in a velvety glow.
Bubble is a pastel light blue with gray undertones. Fresh, soft and revitalizing, like an ocean breeze. With this shade, your toes are ready to set sail.
Another botanical inspired shade, Mimosa is a delicate pastel yellow that brightens with subtle elegance, like a ray of sunshine filtering through leaves and settling on your toes.
Halo, Bubble and Mimosa, three pastel shades that beautifully enhance sun kissed feet.
Vibrant pops of color
Forget understated shades, this is the season to be bold. Summer is the perfect time to embrace bright and joyful colors. Inspired by sunsets and terrace cocktails, vibrant tones are taking center stage.
To spice up your summer pedicure colors, choose Spicy, a red polish with pink undertones. Vibrant, sensual and full of summer energy.
Neon Pink is a bright pink shade with blue undertones. Bold, striking and perfect for relaxing barefoot on the sand.
Orange shades are having a major moment in summer 2026. Meet Tangerine, a bright neon orange that is pure good mood and pure trend. A vitamin packed shade that instantly energizes your toes.
Spicy, Neon Pink and Tangerine, an energetic trio of shades for summer.
Iridescent finishes
Following the Glazed Nails trend, iridescent nail colors remain an absolute must have this summer, bringing light and dimension to both hands and feet.
Dreaming of aquatic reflections? Choose Mermaid, a sheer polish infused with holographic glitter that dresses your toes in shimmering scales ready to sparkle by the water.
For a chic and glamorous glow, turn to Solar, a pearlescent white polish enhanced with golden reflections. It delivers a beautiful radiance and flatters every skin tone.
For tropical vibes, discover Groove, a pearlescent green polish. A unique and refined shade that will delight anyone who loves subtle yet stylish effects, even on vacation.
Enhance your summer pedicure colors with the iridescent reflections of Mermaid, Solar and Groove.
Pink & Red Fest
Pink and red shades remain timeless favorites for summer toes 2026 and continue to reinvent themselves each year. Here are our top picks for the season:
Bloom is a vibrant neon pink with blue undertones that makes a confident statement. Impossible to ignore, perfect for turning heads on the beach or on the dance floor.
If you cannot choose between pink and red, Péonie is the perfect balance. This chic and highly desirable raspberry pink feels like a red that secretly wants to be pink.
Another standout among summer toe nail colors is Lava, a red shade with orange reflections. Fiery, radiant and guaranteed to turn up the heat. Particularly stunning on medium and deeper skin tones with warm undertones.
Summer will be hot and glamorous with Bloom, Lava and Péonie on your toes.
Natural shades
For a minimalist pedicure with effortless elegance, choose the understated chic of white and nude nail colors.
Milky White is a sheer milky white polish that leaves a delicate veil across beautifully sun kissed feet. The perfect shade for a Milky Nails pedicure.
Soft and versatile, Beige is a sheer nude polish that pairs beautifully with every summer outfit, from white linen to denim and colorful prints. Your perfect companion for effortlessly polished toes all summer long.
More sandy and opaque, Dune is a beige shade with subtle orange undertones that brings an earthy touch and a contemporary feel loved by clean beauty enthusiasts.
Colors to wear on both hands and feet
Coordinating your manicure and pedicure is an art form. Rather than choosing the exact same shade for both, the trend is all about mix & match. It is the perfect way to enjoy the full Manucurist color palette and create a look that feels uniquely yours. Play with complementary or contrasting shades. Here are three inspiring combinations:
- Solar x Bubble mix & match: Solar on your hands and Bubble on your feet for a combination of lightness and luminosity. Perfect from beach days to evenings with friends.
- Pearlescent x Lava mix & match: Pearlescent on your fingers and Lava on your toes for a striking contrast in both color and texture. Soft pearly beige meets glowing red.
- Neon Pink x Lava mix & match: Neon Pink on your fingertips and Lava on your toes for an ultra dynamic contrast, especially beautiful with monochrome black, white or Klein blue outfits.
Find your perfect Mani Pedi mix & match for summer 2026.
The essential steps for a flawless pedicure routine
A beautiful polish shade is great. Beautifully cared for feet make it even better. Here are the key steps for a simple and effective routine that keeps your toenails looking their best all summer.
Hydrate deeply
During summer, the combination of salt, sand and sunshine can leave skin feeling dry. Hydration is essential. One simple gesture, complete care: Nourishing Cuticle Oil is an ultra nourishing blend of botanical oils designed for nails and cuticles. It hydrates, protects and supports healthy nail growth day after day. The result is stronger looking nails and soothed, protected cuticles.
Baume Rose is the perfect evening treatment after a shower. It is ideal for deeply rehydrating your feet thanks to its 100% natural ingredients. This multipurpose balm helps restore softness and comfort to nails, cuticles and even lips.
Prepare beautifully
Here are the essential steps for preparing your toenails:
- File your toenails using an emery board for natural nails with the coarser side to create a neat and harmonious shape.
- Soften your cuticles with a little Cuticle Softener before gently pushing them back using a Steel cuticle pusher or an orangewood stick.
- Buff your toenails using a Nail Priming Emery Board to smooth the surface and improve polish adhesion.
- Clean and remove excess oil using a Nail Prep solution.
Remove gently
Good news: removing your pedicure no longer needs to feel like a chore. Thanks to our Toe Nail Clips, removal is quick and gentle, with no filing and no acetone required. Here is how:
- Prepare 10 cotton pads and soak them with Gentle Nail Polish Remover.
- Place them on your toes and secure them using the removal clips designed specifically for toenails.
- Leave on for 1 minute for Green™ Nail Polish or Green Flash™ Gel Polish, and 10 minutes if you used an Xtrem Flash™ Top Coat.
- Remove the clips and wipe away any remaining polish using a fresh cotton pad soaked in remover.
Beautifully polished toes are the ultimate finishing touch to every summer look. For summer 2026, embrace the most desirable summer toe nail colors and experiment with color combinations between your hands and feet. Whether you choose sophisticated reds, refreshing pastels or sparkling finishes, remember that the secret to stunning summer pedicure colors also lies in careful preparation and nourishing care. Get ready for a summer proof pedicure that takes you effortlessly from beach to terrace.
