Juicy Watermelon Nail Design Ideas, From Minimal To Bold
Watermelon Nail Design
Watermelon Nail Design. When it comes to summer days spent lounging by the pool or soaking up the sun at the beach (with plenty of sunscreen, of course), nothing quite hits the spot like a refreshing slice of cool, juicy watermelon. And just like with manicures, cute nail art designs featuring adorable fruit motifs are undoubtedly a staple that's been tried and true for the warm months. The core issue? Kourtney Kardashian was recently spotted with some sweet micro cherry tips, solidifying the colorful look for the months ahead.
TBH, watermelon, in particular, has been having its main character moment for quite some time now – think the summer anthem "Watermelon Sugar" being played on repeat – with countless beauty launches tapping into the fruit's vibrant colors and delightful aroma. Moreover, the red "watermelon red" nails are still very much in trend, with beach-inspired shades reminiscent of beloved summer fruit.
In other words, treating yourself to the vibrant red and green is the perfect nail inspiration for manicures and pedicures in the coming months.
Whether you lean towards minimalism in your favorite manicures or clearly love bold colors and unique patterns, here are 25 fun watermelon-inspired nail design ideas.
Subtle French-Inspired Fruit Language
For a bold yet understated colorful French manicure, these bright tips are truly *everything.* (And ICYMI, neon nail colors are all the rage for summer 2023.)
Minimalist Micro French Aura
For minimalist nail art (that still wants to follow the trends), this alluring aura meets a set of micro French is the way to go. The combination is a match made in mani heaven.
Micro Melon
Taking cues from Kourtney Kardashian's micro cherry mani, this version features the most adorable mini watermelon slices.
Strokes & Seeds
For a watermelon nail trend that's not too in-your-face (yet still equally cute), use a thin nail art brush to paint wavy neon lines and small black dots that resemble seeds.
Lively 3D Realism
3D detailing has been a trend for a while now (just look at the NSFW vulva-inspired set recently seen on Christina Aguilera). With the addition of clear water droplets, this manicure looks so lifelike, you might want to give it a try...
Red & Green Tie-Dye Vibes
For a watercolor tie-dye effect, try painting your nails with a translucent jelly-like finish.
Abstract Lines & Neon Colors
Thanks to celebrities like Hailey Bieber, neon is a serious trend when it comes to sweetness – and this abstract pattern will catch your tips.
Itty Bitty Melon Frenchies
These super tiny watermelons are minimal enough to be considered minimalistic, yet still make simple French tips much more fun for summer.
Go Pink Instead
Love watermelons but not too fond of the red color? Opt for a Barbiecore pink shade instead.
Mostly Melon
For a more red-dominant (and less green) look, go for these seeded watermelon tips with small neon green inverted French details near the cuticles.
Watermelon Accents
No need to include stickers on every fingertip if it's not your style. Opt for a hot pink Barbiecore manicure with just one eye-catching accented nail on each hand. Another bonus: This design idea is an excellent choice for everyone with short nails.
Soft Pastel Girl
Not one for bold nail colors? For a soft, coquette-ish vibe, choose pretty pastel nail shades as a substitute for neon.