While we love eye-catching nail art, summer manicures call for a less-is-more approach. Traditionally, that means experimenting with color, but there's more to summer nails than just bright, bold hues. This time around, we're focused on texture. So rather than a high-gloss finish, we're opting for velvety matte summer nail designs. Not only are they understated and unexpected but they also provide the perfect base for a simple detail to really pop. To inspire you, we're rounding up our favorite matte manis to wear, stat.

Keep scrolling for our favorite summer matte nail designs.

Textured Matte Nails

As you ease into summer, there might be some nights when you could use an extra layer. These matte nails flaunt a cable knit texture to go with your favorite sweater.

Speckled Matte Nails

Decorate your tips with some scattered specks.

Pastel Nails

Instead of sticking to one color pattern, play with a few. Come spring, these candy-colored pastel shades will be absolutely perfect, but they work well for the summer, too.

Geometric Manicure

There's nothing more classic than a black-and-white color palette. Whether you simply love shapes or are channeling your inner Wednesday Addams, this geometric mani will fit the bill.

Marbled Matte Nails

Mix a few of your favorite nail polish shades to create this cool, marbled effect. Simply add a few drops into a glass of water, mix, and dip your finger in. Voilà!

Accent Nail

Play with a few contrasting textures to elevate your matte manicure. We love this splash of silver against a lavender base — it feels refreshing and unexpected.

Matte Background

We love playing with textures and how using the same shade in both shiny and matte finishes creates this edgy effect.

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