For some, the idea of pastel colors will always be synonymous with Easter and hated bridesmaid dresses. But after a little internet sleuthing—and diving deep on the hashtag—we have found the best designs out there.

Unlike more traditional pastels, modern iterations can actually be fun—especially when paired with square or squoval nail shapes or a sharp almond edge to offset their softness. And they’re not just for spring: there’s something about the warmer air that ignites an urge to replace deep burgundy shades with colors that are lighter and brighter, which makes it perfect for the summer too.

Here are 20 of the most fun pastels you’ll want for your next mani. Be sure to save this for later.

Sky blue

A joyful pastel that inspires thoughts of long, languid afternoons somewhere in the Med.

Classic pastel pink

A go-to color no matter the season, this soft pastel pink grows up, thanks to the nail’s elongated almond shape.

French butter

If yellow feels like too much for the whole nail, stick to the tips only.

Lilac

Probably the most divisive of pastel colors, but if you love lavender, you really love lilac. This milky version is an update to the classic.

Pistachio cream

A green that sits between matcha, sage, and pistachio, the white undertone brings it into modern pastel territory.

Ballet pink

A touch lighter than a classic pastel pink, this shade is brilliant for hiding grown-out cuticles.

Powder blue

This velvety blue is subtle yet spring-ready.

Pastel milk

Devotees of O.P.I’s Funny Bunny, listen up: You can hop on the pastel train and keep your beloved white nails. This sheer double cream shade will see you through spring to summer and beyond. It can also be achieved with Meghan Markle's “Monticeto Manicure” shades.

Lavender Milk

Powder blue’s lilac-hued cousin, pastel lavender-milk is all about a hint of purple.

Pink haze

Slightly darker, this cloudy pink is a great entry point for people dipping a toe into pastels.

Candyfloss

This pink is vivid, but the semi-transparent finish keeps it in pastel territory.

Mint

A soapy bluey-green, this mint color is a fresh take on pastel nails.

Pastel assortment

Not ready to go the whole hog? Experiment with delicate designs on some nails, like this mix-and-match French.

Pastel rainbow

Can’t decide? Blend a bunch of pastel colors together.

Eclectic Mix

As big fans of having it all, why not mix some fun designs in one look? Here, celebrity nail artist Yoko Sakakura mixes pastel yellow, baby blues, and baby pink French tips with stripes and polka dots for an eclectic mix.

Abstract Rainbow French Tips

Mix bright shades like magenta with muted butter yellow, cool-toned orange, and lavender for a more balanced look. Sakakura goes for abstract swirls to dress up a French mani. But the coolest part, in our opinion, is the thin multi-colored line around the border for a nice added touch.

Pastel Summer Stripes

Nothing says warm-weather fun like stripes. Sakakura does a two-toned combo, opting to alternate between two different shades of the same color family with her stripes for some contrast.

Pastel Chrome

Chrome and pastel is the combo no one knew they needed. Celebrity nail artist Naomi Yasuda pairs these contrasting finishes for a super cool look.

The Jade Effect

We love getting inspo from precious stones, and jade has always been especially mesmerizing. Yasuda mixes pastel shades of green with white for that cool marble effect.

Aura Vibes

Call in all the good energy with some aura nails. Yasuda uses a pastel lavender as the focal point and adds a dark purple around the outer edges for a striking contrast that’s really pretty.

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