I Stand By It—Jelly Nails Are the Most Stylish Minimal Summer Manicure
Everywhere I turn right now, it appears that jelly is experiencing a significant resurgence in cultural popularity. From the nostalgic jelly desserts bouncing around on my social media feeds and in-person at industry gatherings, to a staggering 1,000% increase in Google searches for jelly sandals over the last few months (even Pinterest highlighted this in its 2026 trend report), it was just a matter of time before jelly nails emerged as a key summer beauty trend in 2026. While jelly nails are not a new concept, their current importance cannot be overlooked. The sheer, barely-there nail trend paved the way for jelly nails to dominate in 2026. Honestly, I'm all in for this summer nail trend. Their transparency allows for a playful display of vibrant nail colors, and they can be easily layered for a subtle touch of color or a more juicy opacity. Timely, with Google searches for jelly nail polish soaring over 5,000% this month, Manucurist has just introduced its Jelly range. I am confident that jelly nails are going to be a staple this summer. Continue reading for all the inspiration you need for your summer manicure.
Manucurist Jelly Nail Polish
1. Pink Sorbet
This vibrant pink sorbet shade is perfect for summer, and I adore how glossy and luscious it makes the nails appear.
2. Sugar Plum
A more coral-tinged pink, Sugar Plum is a beautiful peachy pink nail polish that instantly livens up the nails.
3. Pomme d'Amour
Red jelly polishes have been trending in Google searches, so I predict this candy apple shade will be a popular choice for summer nails.
4. Glacé Jelly
It's rare to find jelly formulas in peach tones, so I’ll definitely be grabbing this shade.
5. Twizzle Jelly
This bright red nail polish would look fabulous whether applied sheer or built up for a full jelly manicure.
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I Stand By It—Jelly Nails Are the Most Stylish Minimal Summer Manicure
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