18 Hibiscus Nail Ideas That Serve Y2K Surfer Vibes

Those of us who grew up in the ’90s and early 2000s will fondly remember the beachy vibes that dominated summers. From Roxy board shorts to Billabong rash guards, surfer girl vibes were in full force à la 2002’s Blue Crush and 2006’s Aquamarine. Now, we’re not only seeing clothes from the aesthetic sell for hundreds on Depop—we’re also seeing the vibes translated into tropical manicures. Specifically with hibiscus designs.

Most associated with Hawaii and Polynesia, the vibrant hibiscus flower has stolen our hearts (and our summer nail real estate). Hibiscus blooms—which run the gamut of orange, yellow, pink, and red shades—first appear in mid-to-late summer, beginning in June and continuing into the fall. And while they’re in season, we plan to take advantage of their beauty to fulfill our beach Y2K dreams.

Ahead, find 18 hibiscus nail art ideas to recreate this summer.