The Biggest Spring Summer 2022 Nail Trends

If you’re stuck for inspiration and want to switch up your mani with something more on-trend or experimental this season, then look no further. The GelBottle Inc.’s nail technician Amy Rickaby is on hand to reveal the hottest nail looks to be seen across social media and the catwalks this Spring/Summer, as well as to share some top tips on the trends you can expect rocking in your salon.

Amy, what do you predict will be the biggest nail trends for Spring/Summer? 

Negative space seems to be trending right now from florals to delicate abstract swirls that will take you right through S/S seasons.

What do you think is impacting these trends?

Typically nail trends used to closely follow the popular prints and patterns seen in upcoming fashion shows for the season, however, I would say that now social media has just as big, if not more, of an influence on nail designs. Whatever is hot right now appears almost instantaneously all over our social media feeds, so it’s much more in real time!

We’re seeing lots of re-works of classic and original designs, rather than an influx of new design ideas. The main variation is that you can expect to see is these designs appearing in trending colours for the season. Matching your mani to your outfit is no longer essential, instead you can match your outfit to your mani!

What are clients asking you for now, that you predict will continue to be popular in 2022?

The majority of clients are asking for either Bridgerton-inspired florals, or swirls in a nice mix of delicate and complementary shades. Pastels are this season’s favourite friend.