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17 Tropical Nail Designs That’ll Give You Jurassic Park Vibes

By Laura Davis | July 22, 2022 | Updated on June 8, 2023 | Leave a Comment
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Tropical Nail Designs - tie dye
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Tropical Nail Designs - Betty Boop

Tropical nails are the missing piece of your vacation puzzle. You’ve got the flight booked, out of office message set, and your entire summer wardrobe packed. P.S. You probably don’t need that sixth ball gown.

On second thought, that beachside restaurant on Isla Nublar did look bougie…might as well bring it to be safe.

The only thing missing to complete your sunny escape are a set of tropical nails. So, we found the most gorgeous vacation nail art featuring flowers, neon colors, exotic animals, and even a fruity cocktail or two.

These nail designs will make you feel transported to the islands of Hawaii with just a single glance. Or inspire you to quit your job and move to Bali.
Tropical Nail Designs

 

17 Tropical Nail Designs to Match Your Pina Colada

1. Tropical Bird Accent Nails

To achieve this look, simply paint each nail a different bright, summery color, and then apply for art school while you’re waiting for them to dry.

Tropical Nail Designs - exotic animals
Photo Credit: @thehappytoko

 

2. Hawaiian Tropical Nails

Pink and orange are the unofficial colors of summer, according to summer’s PR team. They’ve also announced that the aroma of garbage on city streets is out. NYC is so off-brand.

Tropical Nail Designs - pink and orange
Photo Credit: @alteregoxnails

 

3. Ocean Nails

We can practically feel the ocean breeze in our hair already. Or is that just Subway?

Tropical Nail Designs - ocean scene
Photo Credit: @katrinamarieee

 

4. Monstera Nails

If you can’t keep plants alive, maybe you can at least keep these from chipping for a day or two.

Tropical Nail Designs - leafy pattern
Photo Credit: @hefersanja

 

5. Tropical Rainbow Press-On Nails

Skip the salon and buy a set of these neon tropical press-on nails instead like these featuring hibiscus flowers, palm leaves, and rhinestones.
Tropical Nail Designs - press ons
Available on Etsy.

 

6. Betty Boop Luau Nails

When even the sun looks hot, you know it’s an inside kind of day. Margarita, anyone?

Tropical Nail Designs - Betty Boop
Photo Credit: @sweetheartsagenails

 

7. Tropical Beach Nail Wraps

Nail wraps are a great alternative to fake nails, because they sit on top of your real nail. As a result, they can be more comfortable and less damaging than acrylics.
Tropical Nail Designs - nail wraps
Available on Etsy.

 

8. Neon Tie Dye Nails

Get the tie dye look without staining your hands blue and ruining your couch. Just us?

Tropical Nail Designs - tie dye
Photo Credit: @maisiejacksonnails

 

9. Multicolor Tropical Nails

How tropical is too tropical? Well don’t ask us. We haven’t taken off this Hawaiian shirt in three weeks. Yes, our roommates have…noticed.

Tropical Nail Designs - colorful Hawaiian
Photo Credit: @pearlss.nailss

 

10. Tropical Plant Nails

The best part about these plants is that they won’t die on you if you forget to water them. For like, one week, David!

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11. Pink Flamingo Nails

While you rock these nails, make sure to keep one pinky up so you can match the flamingo. Or one leg, if you’re a master yogi.

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12. Tropical French Tips

There’s nothing more French than palm trees and birds of paradise. Why would we need to see a map?

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13. Colorful Tropical Nails

This bright set is like 80s athletic gear in nail art form. We actually broke more of a sweat trying to recreate it than we did trying Jazzercise.

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14. By the Sea Nails

These tropical nails are perfect for lounging by the beach or pool. Sun protection not included.

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A post shared by Stephanie – Nail Artist & Luxe Nail Polish Maker (@jeealee)

 

15. Mismatched Hawaiian Nails

If you’re looking for nails that are brighter than the sun, we’ve found your perfect match. Sure they might make it hard to sleep, but they’re totally worth it.

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A post shared by Noelle Fuyu Nails (@noellefuyunails)

 

16. Tropical Floral Nails

These nails have it all: French tips, a pretty flower design, and enough length to defend yourself from popcorn thieves at the movie theater. *swat swat*

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A post shared by Kristin Kuyper 🤍 (@kuypernailart)

 

17. Sunset Tropical Nails

These vacation nails are just here to give you your itinerary. Hit the beach, grab some drinks, and then transform into a dolphin. Easy!

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Laura Davis
Laura Davis
Laura is the Boston-based Editor at Darcy. She currently writes about products, entertainment news, beauty trends, and food, and has contributed to a variety of lifestyle publications, including Popular Science and Flixed. She is also the co-founder of Adultescence, a podcast and blog for post grads, where she writes about friendship and dating.
 
When she's not typing away on her laptop, you can find Laura working on her MBA at Boston College, listening to Taylor Swift, or sweating it out at an OrangeTheory class. Follow her on Instagram @LauraKristine21 and LinkedIn.
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