While neon-orange nails are traditionally viewed as the perfect summer color, we're firm believers that you can rock this lovely shade all year round. There's no bad time to experiment with your manicure, and if there's one hue that reigns supreme when it comes to making a bold statement with your fingertips, it's orange. Neon-orange manicures are quite alluring, and the vibrant, fluorescent hue adds zing to any manicure. Whether you're a fan of almond, coffin, square, or any other popular nail shape, the options for rocking neon-orange nail designs are endless.
"Neon colors are taking over right now," Cardi B's manicurist, Jenny Bui, tells POPSUGAR. If you need further proof of this color's appeal, just look at Women's Wear Daily's list of popular New York Fashion Week fall 2022 runway colors — neon orange sits front and center. Additionally, Pantone's color-trend projections for the fall cite bright orange — or Pantone 16-1358 "Orange Tiger," as it calls it — as being the next big trend.
From sets featuring the classic french-manicure design to glittery nail art, see 25 save-worthy neon-orange nails ahead.
Put a fun twist on the classic french manicure with an almond shape and crystal embellishments.
Keep it cute and simple with no designs, like this neon-orange manicure.
While the flame nail trend has been around for a few years, it is still coming in hot and makes for a great set.
These orange-and-yellow swirl nails will have all eyes on you.
You can never go wrong with a french manicure, especially when it's neon orange.
Don't worry, adding a matte topcoat won't take away from your eye-catching neon manicure.
Use the fluorescent shade to create a gradient that fades into your natural nail color for a look that's perfect for both long and short nails.
Put a fun twist on the iconic french manicure by adding a neon-orange croc print on your tips.
For an extra-alluring manicure, opt for a shimmery neon-orange nail polish.
Spruce up your natural nails by adding neon-orange swirls on top of a neutral base.
Ever since taking over social media in 2020, the V-cut french manicure is one of the chicest nail-art trends around and looks even better in neon orange.
Channel your inner artist by playing with dots and abstract shapes to create a neon-orange set that you'll never want to change.
Want to keep things simple while still having some color in your manicure? A subtle outline manicure with neon orange is the way to go.
Combine two chic nail styles, ombré and matte, for a stylish manicure.
Add diamonds to any nail set to add some extra spice to your design.
For a modern twist on the beloved french manicure, try a negative-space design.
Let the vibrant hue shine by incorporating a marble effect on your tips.
Get even more creative with your nails by adding a color that's just as vibrant and bold to your other hand for a nice contrast.
Play with different shades of orange to create a chic, striped nail design.
Layering neon-orange stripes over a simple base with 3D accents will make your nails pop.
You can never go wrong playing with different tones of orange in your manicure.
Consider this your sign to finally try the Ed Hardy-inspired cross nail-art trend.
Clear nails can be orange, too. Add some swirls and glitter to create a nail look that you'll be obsessed with.
Nothing makes a statement quite like chrome nails, and it looks even better in neon orange.
Glow-in-the-dark nails are just as fabulous in orange as they are in any other color.