Neon Nail Art Is The Bright New Manicure Trend You Can Nail At Home

Now has never been a better time to experiment with bold new nail colours, especially while we’re all learning to perfect a pro at-home manicure. Spring has sprung and Summer is nearly here (finally).

The best shade to go with a tan? Electric neon hues that despite the initial fluorescent shock of colour, seem to go with every skin tone.

If you’re ready to change up your classic french mani routine, we’ve rounded up the brightest neon nail art inspo to add a bit of electricity to your fingertips…

1.Neon French Tips

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A good way to test a slither of bold colour, try this update on an old classic.

2. Neon Lime

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Neon lime green makes a serious statement against darker skin tones.

3. Neon Moons

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Create a neon nail outline by joining up two half moon’s, one starting from the top and one starting from the bottom, with both meeting in the middle on one side.

4. Pretty In Pink

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The perfect fluorescent hue.

5. Lemon Tips

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Bright yellow nails might be daunting but getting creative with shapes on a nude nail base is a good way to ease yourself into the trend.

6. Ombre Watercolour

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The messier you are with these brights, the better.

7. Racing Stripes

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Mix in the electric tones with similar shades in the colour wheel to create an array of tonal brightness.

8. She’s Electric

Can’t just stick to one shade? No problem.

9. High Voltage

Pair your brightest neon green with a dark shade to make the colour really stand out.

10. Neon Squiggles

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We’re calling this the new modern day Picasso.

11. Electroshock

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We can’t think neon without thinking of fluorescent yellow. It might initially not seem like the most wearable but there’s no skin tone this shade won’t suit.

12. Neon Confetti

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A celebratory sprinkling of neon yellow confetti on your nails adds a dose of joy to any situation.

13. Geometric Neon

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Black and neon yellow graphic lines make for a bold 80s manicure.