Forget Butter Yellow—It’s a Sky Blue Mani Summer

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Summer 2026 is having a tough time deciding on this season’s dominating nail trend. From quiet luxury-leaning manicures to full-on bedazzling, we’re seeing it all. A style that’s cutting through all the noise (and Taylor Swift approved, too?) Sky blue nails.

Timeless and versatile, blue—in a range of hues—has been a trending color of the year. But summer is the time for sky blue nails to lock in. After all, it’s a shade inspired by the joy of being outside during warmer weather.

Just ask Michelle Obama, who sported a pastel shade at the opening ceremony of the Barack Obama Presidential Center, or Swift, who added clouds to her azure manicure for the Toy Story 5 premiere and Knicks playoff game. Whether you like a classic, solid coat or more playful designs and finishes like flowers or a cat-eye, there are plenty of options to choose from. Keep scrolling to see some of our favorite sky blue nails.

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