25 Spring Break Nail Ideas to Complement Your Vacation Vibe (2025)

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Spring Mismatched Nails Pink Aura Nails Maximalist Stripe Nails Blue Highlight Nails Vibrant French Nails Spring Blue Nails Aperol Spritz Nails Soft Lavender Nails Rainbow Gradient Nails Green Accent Nails Multicolor Abstract Nails Crisp White Nails Red Negative Space Nails Pink and Orange Tie-Dye Nails Colorful Star Nails Black Aura Nails Lime Green Nails Pink Disco Nails Spring Swirl Nails Shimmery Pink Nails Spring Gradient Nails Ruby Red Nails Pearl French Nails References

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Spring break offers a much-needed reprieve from the hustle and bustle of daily life. However, if you're like us, you likely have a laundry list of beauty appointments to get through before entering into vacation mode. While booking a hair appointment is a must, getting a manicure is also one of our top priorities.

The beauty of a spring break manicure, specifically, is that the creative possibilities are truly infinite. This means you can lean into everything from pastel tones synonymous with the season to vibrant tones fitting for a beach vacation. Whatever direction you go in, the most important thing is to have fun with your mani. Ahead, scroll through 23 spring break nail ideas worth copying this season.

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Spring Mismatched Nails

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If we've learned anything in the past few years, it's that there are no rules when it comes to manicures. This mismatched mani embraces a plethora of colors and designs.

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Pink Aura Nails

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If you're in a pink mood, try a hot pink aura manicure. To achieve the aura effect, start with a Barbie pink polish as the base and add a light pink shade on top.

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Maximalist Stripe Nails

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Maximalists, meet your dream spring break manicure. The striped set combines countless colors to create the ultimate eye-catching design.

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Blue Highlight Nails

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Sometimes, a little cuticle highlight is all you need. Accent your sheer, milky base with swipes of cobalt blue along the base of your nails.

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Vibrant French Nails

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Put a springtime twist on the classic French manicure. For this look, opt for two shades on each nail (the tips should be slightly darker than the base for contrast).

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Spring Blue Nails

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When we think of spring, pastel hues like this baby blue come to mind. For a simple, sweet look, opt for a few coats of this color polish and skip the nail art.

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Aperol Spritz Nails

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We love a cocktail-inspired manicure, and this aperol spritz nail look is worth copying this spring break. The subtle shift between nude to orange—and the chrome finish—is absolutely beautiful.

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Soft Lavender Nails

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Another shade fitting for spring? Lavender. A light purple manicure is simply stunning, and will add a pretty pop of color to all your vacation looks.

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Rainbow Gradient Nails

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For a splashy, playful look, go with this shimmery rainbow set. The colorful chrome splashes on each nail and the cool white nail art make the perfect pair.

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Green Accent Nails

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Go green this month and decorate your nails in a forest green polish. Enhance the rich shade by adding a white border around each nail (plus, adorable cherry nail art on one nail).

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Multicolor Abstract Nails

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Green, yellow, and blue create the most striking color combination. Use the three shades on each nail to design abstract nail art.

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Crisp White Nails

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White nails are timeless, making them a great option for spring break. Their versatility will complement anything you choose to wear during your trip.

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Red Negative Space Nails

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If an all-over red manicure isn't what you're looking for, consider an option with negative space. The pops of red and tiny gemstones complement the negative space well.

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Pink and Orange Tie-Dye Nails

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Bring tie-dye vibes to your manicure. Mix pink, creamsicle, and white polish for the most vibrant mani.

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Colorful Star Nails

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Now is the time to have fun with color and designs. Pair solid nails (with bright blue and yellow polish) with bold stars to create a winning look.

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Black Aura Nails

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Take your spring break mani in a moodier direction. The black polish adds an edginess to the look, but the colorful aura designs restore the vibrancy.

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Lime Green Nails

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Lime green nail polish makes an instant impact. When you throw cool accent designs into the mix, it takes the neon manicure to greater heights.

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Pink Disco Nails

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Lean into the beauty of disco glam, with a metallic pink manicure. The builder gel stripes add coolness and texture to the already dazzling set.

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Spring Swirl Nails

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Draw inspiration from this manicure and embrace five distinct nail colors. The juxtaposition between the glossy and shimmery polish adds another chic element to the swirly look.

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Shimmery Pink Nails

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Make your nails pop by opting for a pink polish with tons of shimmer. After all, glitter is always a good choice for a vacation mani.

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Spring Gradient Nails

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Decorate every nail with a different color to keep things interesting. From burnt orange to baby blue, this set has it all.

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Ruby Red Nails

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For another classic look, go with red polish. The bright shade is sophisticated and stylish.

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Pearl French Nails

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Upgrade your French manicure instantly by trading the usual white tips for pearly ones. The swirly, pearlescent tips feel so luxe and chic.

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References

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