When it comes to summer nail ideas, we’re constantly looking to nature for inspiration. The most obvious is floral art and fruit-themed nails. But what if we told you that there’s more to sea? The ocean, for example, is full of fun, beachy nail ideas that include a variety of summer darlings (think seashells and pearls) waiting to be discovered. One of those icons is the starfish. Sleek and easy to recreate with a steady hand, we’re huge fans of this emerging nail trend and think you should be too. So, we’ve scoured social media for the most adorable starfish-inspired sets you’ll want to screenshot immediately.
Keep scrolling for the 12 best starfish nail ideas, from short and simple to long and intricate.