Summer is a season that bursts with color. From bright colors blooming in our backyard to neon colors that are reminiscent of highlighters, there’s no bright or juicy color we don’t love. But this summer, we’re really embracing pastel hues and their fresh feel, especially when paired against a bronzed hand. There’s something sophisticated and elegant about a soft, pastel hue that we can’t seem to put a lacquered finger on. These eight pastel nail colors are sure to make your summer tan stand out just a little more.

Essie Find Me An Oasis

This icy, pale blue will make you nostalgic for a sparkling beach. Available online at Essie, $8.50.

Julep Jennifer

A soft, sheer creamy pink that can be paired with almost any outfit due to its almost-neutral color. Available at Sephora, $14.

Deborah Lippmann Shape Of My Heart

This creamy nail color will give your nails a lovely muted lilac color with a hint of soft pink. Available at Ulta, $18.

butter LONDON Sprog

Treat your little piggies to this periwinkle blue that is so cheerful, it’s impossible to actually have “the blue’s” when wearing it. Available online at butter London, $15.

Formula X Remarkable

This nail color is a sheer porcelain blush that’s perfectly understated in the bottle until you paint it on. Available at Sephora, $10.50.

Chanel Le Vernis Ballerina

A charming peachy pink that’s a perfect accessory to a summer tan. Available at Nordstrom, $27.

Essie Mint Candy Aplle

This perfectly-mint green polish is a fun spin on pastel. Available on Beauty.com, $8.50.

OPI Care To Danse

From the NYC Baller Soft Shades Collection comes this subtle lilac color. It’s a soft lilac that’s perfect for summer. Available on Amazon, $8.

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