If you’re searching for the perfect manicure idea for Summer 2016, try taking your beauty inspiration from the variety of metallic fingertips which are set to make a splash this season. Whether you’re heading out for the night or looking to brighten your nails for the daytime, try taking your cues from these shiny and scintillating nail ideas.

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Snowy white fingernails with contrasting dark metallic polish: This particular nail art look from Essie uses the brand’s creamy white Coconut Cove nail polish as a base coat. Meanwhile, Essie’s black gold and onyx Tribal Text-Styles polish is used to surround the nail and create a cool, quirky metallic trim. If you prefer unconventional accents and pops of sparkle, try creating a similar look for a free-spirited Saturday statement.

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Dark grey fingernails with stripes of metallic gold nail colour: For a glamorous take on metallic fingernails, try painting your nails with a dark grey shade (such as What Time Isn’t It). Next, accessorize your fingernails with zig-zag stripes of gold glitter polish. For a striking effect, paint a single nail with the same gold shade to create a maximum impact.

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Adorn your nude fingertips with patterned gold accents: If you prefer simplicity, use a natural-looking shade (such as Zoya’s cream-coloured Chantal colour) as your main coat. Next, create delicate and subtle diagonal sections of gold, using a shade such as Zoya’s champagne silver Tomoko). The contrasting patterns help to bring the neutral shade to life, and add a feminine finishing touch.