12 Hottest Nail Polish Colors for Summer 2019

By Southern Living Editors

When it comes to summer in the South, one thing always runs true: It has us dreaming about long days at the beach with toes in the sand and a piña colada in hand. If you can’t make it to the coast this weekend and, instead, are counting the days until your summer beach getaway, channel those Southern beach vibes on your fingers and toes. We’ve rounded up new nail polish colors that will feel right at home at one of our favorite Southern beaches. These shades are so coastal that once you’ve painted on two coats, you’ll feel like you’re living easy at Orange Beach, Cape Charles, or the Florida Keys. And if those really are your spots, you’ll want to pick up one of these shades ASAP, from sandy pink to bright coral to brilliant blue. If your heart belongs to two beaches, may we suggest painting your fingers one shade and your toes another? These summer nail polish colors make it hard to choose. So pick a new favorite shade (or two! or three!), and you'll instantly feel ready to soak in the sun. 

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Soft Lavender

Jinsoon

Pastel purple will pop on your digits, especially if they're freshly tanned.

Buy It: JINsoon Nail Polish in Birdie; $18; amazon.com

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Coral

Robbie Caponetto

Brush on a bright that's reminiscent of a Lowcountry boil or colorful Charleston front door.

Buy It: Deborah Lippmann Nail Color in Girls Just Want To Have Fun, $18; amazon.com

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Sunny Yellow

Jinsoon

Like a burst of sunshine, this color is everything we need for summer.

Buy It: JINsoon Nail Polish; $18; jinsoon.com

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Hibiscus Red

Essie

This bright red has a pinky undertone, making it feel like a perfect summery refresh on your classic red. 

Buy It: Essie Gel Couture in Sizzling Hot; $9; amazon.com

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Sandy Pink

Robbie Caponetto

If you're taking a relaxed, laid-back getaway, select a subtle shade that mimics the Gulf's pink sands.

Buy It: Ciaté London Pure Pots in Beach Melba, $17; ciatelondon.com

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Lime Green

OPI

Lime green feels fresh and fun for summer. 

Buy It: OPI Nail Lacquer in Where Does Your Zen Garden Grow?; $10.50; amazon.com

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Terracotta Bronze

Smith & Cult

In between pastels and neons, try a neutral with a fun twist. This bronzy color shimmers in all the right ways. 

Buy It: Smith & Cult Nailed Lacquer in Fosse Fingers; $18; bloomingdales.com

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Poppy Orange

Jinsoon

This color captures the striking hue of poppy flowers blooming in the French countryside. We'll take it. 

Buy It: JINsoon Nail Polish in Enflamée; $18; jinsoon.com

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Peachy Apricot

Zoya

Say hello to your summer-ready version of whatever classic nude you love. Ballet Slippers? Funny Bunny? Choose this color instead. 

Buy It: Zoya Nail Polish in Lulu; $10; zoya.com

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Hot Pink

Robbie Caponetto

Take some summer inspiration from Corpus Christi, Texas, with its energy and lively Mexico-inspired colors.

Buy It: Essie Nail Polish in Fiesta, $9; amazon.com

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Pearly White

Essie

Trade in your opaque white-nude for a shimmery, translucent ivory. It'll make your summer glow really stand out. 

Buy It: OPI Nail Lacquer in Kyoto Pearl; $11; amazon.com

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Brilliant Blue

Zoya

Give your baby blue a rest for the season. This royal blue will make a splash on the beach trip. 

Buy It: Zoya Nail Polish in Sia; $10; amazon.com

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